Gearing up for the Albourne Village Show!

By Lynne Bannon

The much-loved Albourne Village Show is just around the corner on Saturday 6th September, and this year’s celebration promises to be the biggest yet, with organisers announcing an even broader lineup of entertainment, competitions and local flavour for the community to enjoy.

Running from 2pm to 10pm at the Albourne Recreational Ground, the show is a celebration of village life with a vibrant mix of live music, local food and drink, family-friendly competitions and artisan stalls.
Returning highlights include the everpopular dog show, craft tent, and photography competition, with new twists and a few surprises in store.

This year (weather permitting) there will also be a display of classic and interesting cars — just for fun, no prizes — so if you’d like to bring yours along, send us a message! The local fire brigade will also be visiting again, giving children (and quite a few adults!) the chance to climb aboard and explore their fire engine. Attendees can look forward to performances from local favourites The Kites, The Tar Babies and The Stanmer Band, alongside an Open Mic slot for emerging talent. Food lovers will find even more to feast on this year, with The Hop Tub from Hurstpierpoint returning to run the bar and an expanded food van lineup showcasing Sussex’s best.

The show’s traditional flower and produce competition continues to grow, so make sure you bring your entries in from the start of the show. The categories include best cake, best jam, recycled crafts, and the ever-hilarious funniest vegetable – to find a list of all the categories, visit our Facebook page.

There’s already some stiff competition hotting up for the best local photographs, and some fabulous raffle prizes have been secured, from Rushfields, South Downs Nursery, Turn and Fire and many others — you’ll need to be in it (and at it) to win it! Now a registered Community Interest Company (CIC), the Albourne Village Show proudly reinvests all profits into local causes and future events. With support from local sponsors Avtrade, Hurst College, Ernest Doe and more, the show is set to be a standout event on the Mid Sussex summer calendar. All in all, it’ll be a fantastic afternoon and evening — so come along from 2pm onwards to enjoy the fun!

Hurst Cricket Club news

By Tony Andrews, club Chairman

The 1st XI delivered one of their standout performances of the season, toppling league leaders Ifield in dramatic fashion. The match began with a shock; captain Alex was dismissed for a diamond duck on the very first ball.

Kai stepped up in style, smashing his way to a dazzling 101 from just 62 deliveries, including 17 boundaries. It was his second century of the season and an innings to remember. He was supported by Theo, who notched up his second half-century of the year. A united effort in the f ield saw the team seal a dominant 98-run victory.

Under the calm leadership of Chris Brant, the 2s are enjoying their best-ever season in Division 10. With promotion within reach, their campaign has been September 2025 invigorated by a heroic win over top-of-the-table Lingfield, who notably brought in late reinforcements. Defending a modest 152 in a rain-affected game, the bowling attack stepped up, led by George Tucker’s four wickets and a valuable three from Paul Crompton.

A tense nail-biter against Balcombe also saw the team scrape through, thanks to a last-gasp 19-run cameo from Harry Emms off just nine balls. Harry’s all-round credentials are now firmly under review… by Harry himself! The 2s also beat local rivals St Andrews thanks to a Matt Edwards 5-fer and a century from me, which cost me a beer round and a photograph in front of the scoreboard.

The 3rd XI had been on an impressive unbeaten streak, climbing steadily up the table—interrupted only by uncooperative weather and limited availability. But all good things end, and that came in the form of a defeat to league champions-elect Haywards Heath. Still, there was a silver lining: a sensational knock of 99 not out from Mike ‘Last Man’ Standing, who was cruelly left stranded a run shy of a maiden century after running out of partners.

Our U18 side shone brightly during their festival week, finishing top of a 24-team group to earn a coveted spot in the Finals Day at Preston Nomads CC. Taking on Eastbourne CC in a closely fought semi-final, the team— featuring five players already making waves in senior cricket—posted an imposing 168, but came up just short. Our young stars can take immense pride in their performances, which hint at a bright future ahead.

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Mid Sussex District Council newsletter - September 2025

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1, 2, 3 waste collection is coming to Mid Sussex

From November, Mid Sussex is changing its waste collection service. Residents will soon have a weekly food waste collection service and bin collections will also change to a three-weekly repeating cycle.
The new collection schedule will operate along the 1,2,3 principle: every week, food waste will be collected from residents; every two weeks, recycling will be collected from blue-lidded bins; and every three weeks household waste will be collected from black-lidded bins.

In September 2024, more than 5000 residents took part in a successful trial on introducing a food waste collection service. Following the trial, the majority of participants said that they wanted to recycle food waste from now on

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Households will receive two new caddies for food waste, including a 5-litre caddy for use inside the home and a 23-litre bin for outside. Residents that live in a communal building will also receive a 5-litre caddy for inside use and their communal building will also receive a 140-litre wheelie bin. Residents can expect to receive their new food waste caddies from 22 September.

From March 2026, it will be a statutory requirement for all councils to collect food waste separately from other household refuse. Introducing weekly food waste collection in Mid Sussex means that households can remove significant waste from their general rubbish bins, helping to reduce excess waste and support a more sustainable future.

For more information, visit www.midsussex.gov.uk/123

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Hurstpierpoint & Sayers Common Parish Council newsletter - September 25

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Hurst Meadows News

It has been lovely to see so many people of all ages enjoying Hurst Meadows over the summer. We are so lucky to have this beautiful area of countryside open space so close to and accessible from the centre of Hurstpierpoint. Let us hope that the value to people and to nature of large areas of grassland, scrub, hedgerows and trees is recognised by authorities and developers as we face increased building in and adjacent to the Parish.

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It has been a bumper butterfly year in Hurst Meadows. We particularly hope that you saw the numerous Common Blue butterflies that were enjoying the birdsfoot trefoil and fleabane this summer. The males really are the loveliest colour as they flit about. Thank you to all our butterfly survey volunteers who have again done sterling work (and on some very hot days!) recording butterfly numbers and species every week in Hurst Meadows. If you are interested in joining this group or would like to assist with other conservation work in the Meadows, please email the Parish Council Office.

Annual grass-cutting will be taking place in Hurst Meadows in September. As usual our contractor will be using a cut and collect mower once the wild flowers have set seed and the ground nesting birds have moved on. We will be building on last year’s experimental pattern cut in Fifteen Acre Field which was successful in giving a less formal look to the grassland and in protecting those birds and in also giving wildlife the benefit of more edges between different lengths of grass etc. Nature loves an edge! Thank you to those local dog-owners who always clear up after their dog and use the many bins provided for the disposal of dog waste. Thank you also for keeping your dogs on the paths and thereby protecting the birds and other wildlife which are increasingly making Hurst Meadows their home.

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Hurst Players present Two at Players Theatre

"There is nothing stronger in a pub than the human spirit."

This September 16th-20th at the Players Theatre, 147, High Street, Hurst. Tickets £15 from www.hurstplayers.org.uk

Eddy Temple-Morris; from Hurst to broadcasting and beyond

This month, Mike met up with the Virgin Radio DJ to hear all about his life in broadcasting and beyond.

By Mike Thatcher

I felt a movie scene was being described to me as Eddy recalled sitting in front of his housemaster at school. “He slowly and deliberately tore up my UCCA form, saying ‘I’ve talked to your father - you’re not going to art college, you’re going to university.’ My father was a wonderful Member of Parliament and great with strangers, but any kindness did not trickle down to me.” Unlike in my projected movie, it was not the huge crossroads moment in his life; it merely delayed him getting to where he wanted to be, rather than derailing him. He dropped out of university in London at the first opportunity and discovered club culture: Boyclub, KitKat Club, Batcave, Heaven, Alice in Wonderland. “I moved in with a couple of DJs and the rest is history.”

He had led a double life growing up; idyllic summers back in Iran, where his great uncle was Prime Minister and whose home is now a UNESCO World Heritage site, coupled with the tough reality of being a mixed-race boy in a late 70s school in the UK. He has ADHD and the bullying was not confined to his contemporaries: “Once, I had the temerity to put my hand up in class as I didn’t understand something, only for the teacher to announce I was ‘a stupid, stupid boy.’ Naturally, the rest of the class all laughed.”

Like many in his situation, he disappeared into music and he ended up with a record collection, and crucially, music knowledge. The kids who had thrown chairs at him ended up being his friends; he was telling them who the cool bands were. The first record he bought was Rattus Norvegicus by The Stranglers. I asked if this was a political or rebellious statement. “No, it was probably cheap!” Japan was the first band that was ‘his,’ the one he fell in love with to the exclusion of others.

Eddy has had three careers (with one, he hopes, yet to unfold): musician, DJ and TV presenter. As a producer at Radio 1, he used his musical skills to create their jingles, moving it from ‘the hairy cornflake station’ into the era of Chris Evans and Mary Anne Hobbs. When the jingles won awards, he was headhunted by MTV, which was launching in the UK. With no real desire to be in front of the camera, he didn’t prepare anything for the audition. “This made me all the more appealing to them! The screentest went all the way up to the worldwide boss of MTV who loved it and I was told to resign from my job.” His friend and boss Matthew Bannister at the BBC told him to go for it, saying: ‘I look forward to welcoming you back into this building at a vastly inflated salary!’

To read Eddy’s full story, please pick up a copy of July’s Hurst Life today and turn to page 22.

Mid Sussex District Council celebrates Mid Sussex Applause Awards

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Celebration for the unsung heroes of Mid Sussex

Unsung heroes were celebrated at the Mid Sussex Applauds Awards 2025 - an annual event that recognises those people who go the extra mile for their community. More than 100 people attended a special ceremony that was organised by Mid Sussex District Council and held at the South of England Showground, Ardingly. Hosted by Cllr Rodney Jackson, Chairman of Mid Sussex District Council, and the High Sheriff of West Sussex, Dr Timothy Fooks, there were 37 individuals, groups or businesses who were recognised for their contribution to the district.

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These included nine winners, 10 highly commended and 18 commended nominees. Sponsors of the awards were: Community People, Glendale, Jobs Go Public, Orchards Shopping Centre, Places Leisure, City Science, MUFG and Chroma Vision. For a list of all winners, including those highly commended and commended, visit www.midsussexapplauds.co.uk

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Hurstpierpoint & Sayers Common Council - July news

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Councillor Vacancy

Are you looking to contribute to your community? The Parish Council has a vacancy for a co-opted councillor within the Hurstpierpoint Ward and is looking for a new member. For this unpaid role you will need to be a team player focussed on seeking to improve the quality of life for residents, visitors and businesses in Hurstpierpoint and Sayers Common.

Ideally, we are looking for somebody with expertise or interest in planning, finance or nature recovery and conservation land management. However, anyone is welcome to apply. Come and join us at an interesting time, with changes to local government and increased pressure for building development and resultant effects on the countryside amongst the challenges we face locally.

For further information please contact the Parish Council Office, come along to one of our meetings or chat to us at our stall at the Fair. The advert will be published in late June with an aim to fill the vacancy in the Autumn.

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New bins

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Using Section 106 Developer funds, three new larger bins have been installed at the Village Garden, in South Avenue and outside the Village Centre in Trinity Road. Please do make use of these to help keep our village clean and tidy.

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Mid Sussex District Council newsletter - June 2025

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Your garden waste bin

Summer is on its way, and that means more time in the garden. Here’s a reminder of what can, and can’t, be put in your garden waste bin with some useful questions and answers:

What happens if I put the wrong items in my bin?
Your bin will not be emptied and a tag will be left on it. You will need to remove any unacceptable items before your next collection.

Why can I not put food waste and fruit and vegetable peelings in my bin?
Regulations that were introduced to prevent the spread of diseases like Foot and Mouth limit the materials that can be composted in the open air. The facility we use is not licensed to take these materials.

Why can I not put pet bedding in my bin?
Regulations mean that we are not able to take animal bedding or waste in our garden bins. Even where the animals are vegetarian and the bedding is hay or straw the waste is still the by-product of an animal. We suggest this material is composted at home.

Why can I not put large amounts of soil in my bin?
Unfortunately large amounts of soil inhibit the effective production of the compost.

What about non-native invasive plants?
Non-native invasive plants upset the balance of the ecosystem as they may be bigger, faster growing or more aggressive than the native species. Please do not place any part of Japanese Knotweed, or any other invasive weeds, including Giant Hogweed, Himalayan Balsam, Australian Swamp Stonecrop, Parrots Feather, Floating Pennywort and Creeping Water Primrose, in your garden bin.

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I have leaves from a confirmed infected ash dieback tree or I live in an area where the infection has been confirmed. What do I do?
Do not put leaves from an infected tree in your garden waste bin. You may leave infected leaves where they fall, however, if you do clear them, you should burn or bury affected leaves in your garden or compost them (but only in your garden). If leaves are used for compost, do not remove the compost from your garden eg to an allotment.

How much garden waste can I put in my bin?
The lid on the bin needs to be closed to enable it to be emptied. If you compact materials in your bin, it may result in the bin being either too heavy for the equipment to life for emptying or the bin falling into the lorry. If the bin is too heavy, then it will have a tag placed on it and will be emptied once the weight is reduced.

For more information visit www.midsussex.gov.uk

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Hurst Parish Council news - June 2025

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Hurstpierpoint Village Centre

The Village Centre continues to be a popular venue for the community. Several new groups are now making regular use of the conference room space including Mum & Baby Yoga, Little Glow baby sensory room and Love Art Studios, as well as long standing hirers such as Knit & Natter.

The conference room has tables and chairs to seat approximately 20 people, and the furniture can also be moved to the sides of the room to give space for fitness classes or children’s activities. The large screen is perfect for presentations or hybrid meetings.

The Main Hall and Club Suite are very busy during the week with a full calendar of regular hirers, but spaces for parties and ad-hoc events can be found during the weekends. You can see photographs of all the rooms, as well as rates of hire, availability calendar and how to book, on our website: https://www.hurstpier point-pc.gov.uk/venues/ village-centre/

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Hurst Meadows News

Twenty-four species of birds were seen and/or heard in Hurst Meadows on our Early Bird Bird Walk on 7 May led by local ecologist Laurie Jackson. The species were Goldcrest, Robin, Great Tit, Blackbird, Song Thrush, Starling, Whitethroat, Blackcap, Stock Dove, Woodpigeon, Wren, Collared Dove, Jackdaw, Magpie, Blue Tit, Dunnock, Green Woodpecker, Skylark, Chiffchaff, Great Spotted Woodpecker, Bullfinch, Swallow, Swift and Carrion Crow. This is obviously fantastic news and another sign that the mosaic of different habitats, including scrub, that is developing in the Meadows is enabling nature recovery. It was particularly pleasing to see and hear no fewer than four Whitethroats singing in Edgerley Meadow!

Last month members of the Hurst Meadows Working Group met with a hedge-laying expert to assess the readiness for laying of the young native hedges across the Meadows. Hedge-laying is a traditional way of managing hedges to create a thick, living barrier by partially cutting stems, laying them down, and weaving them together. This technique requires an expert craft person and creates a haven for wildlife as well as a healthy hedge. The hedge at the south edge of Buckwilly Field in front of the Layton Fields estate was judged as being likely to be the first section ready for laying and was recommended for this treatment in autumn 2026.

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Hurst Parish Council news - May 2025

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No Mow May

As in previous years, the Parish Council will be leaving an area of lawn at Court Bushes Community Hub uncut as part of No Mow May. This year however, small areas will remain uncut until September to provide the maximum benefit to butterflies, moths and other insects. Many butterfly and moth caterpillars feed on grasses to get the energy to complete their life cycle so they benefit from having access to areas of longer grass. Hopefully wildflowers such as dandelions and buttercups will appear which will provide valuable nectar for bees, butterflies and other pollinators.

Methodist Church Update

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On 20th March 2025, the old Methodist Church at 42 Cuckfield Road, Hurstpierpoint, was sold at auction. The Church closed in December 2023. In response to requests from residents and local community groups, the Parish Council was able to register the building as an asset of community value in February 2024, prior to it being sold. Although there are a number of good-sized halls for hire in the parish, there is still a high demand for large hall spaces for all types of community activities. Due to this ongoing need, the Parish Council considered taking out a loan to purchase the old Church to help meet some of the demand. A valuation, building condition survey and structural survey were undertaken to ensure the building could be refurbished. Despite the cost of the building, the Parish Council recognised what a fantastic asset it would be for the community. On 13th March 2025, we agreed to put in an offer to purchase the venue for a price that was considered affordable and fair for council taxpayers. Sadly, this offer was not accepted, so the building was unable to be saved for community use. Assuming the current sale goes through, we anticipate much interest in how the land and building are developed in the future.

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Mid Sussex District Council newsletter - May 2025

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Council takes next steps to secure new cultural offer at Clair Hall

Mid Sussex District Council will go out to the market to take plans for a new cultural offer at Clair Hall to the next stage. Cabinet councillors have agreed to go out to procurement to find a cultural partner who can work with the Council to provide a three-screen cinema with a food and drink offer at Clair Hall. The aim is that the largest cinema would also be able to host and stage live performances. The Council hopes to have found an operator by the summer so that the next step to find a developer for the scheme can begin. Visit www.midsussex.gov.uk for more information.

Skate Fest is back for May half term!

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Fancy brushing up on some skateboarding skills or even trying it for the first time? Then come along to one of our free community Skate Fest events during May half term. You don’t need to book, just turn up on the day at any one of three events during the school holidays. All ages are welcome. The events will be happening on: Tuesday 27th May @ St John’s Park, Burgess Hill 2 – 4.30 pm Wednesday 28th May @ Victoria Park, Haywards Heath 2 – 4.30 pm Thursday 29th May @ King George’s Field, East Grinstead 2 – 4.30 pm Cllr Anne-Marie Cooke, Cabinet Member for Communities and Communications, said: “It’s great that we’re holding these skate events again as they’re always so popular for all ages. Grab your skateboard and come and join us!”

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Hurst ReThink Jumble Trail - May 2025

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Hurst Jumble Trail

Sunday 4th May, 10am - 2pm.

Addresses are listed in the picture provided. Click to enlarge. Also, a digital map can be found by scanning the QR code.

Newsletter from Mid Sussex District Council - April 2025

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Raising awareness of heat pumps

Heat pumps are relatively rare in residential properties in the UK – there are only around 250,000 currently. This means that the vast majority of people will never (knowingly) have seen a home with a heat pump.

Nesta, the charity that focuses on innovation including a sustainable future, wants everyone in the UK to be able to visit a heat pump near them and get the support they need.

Visit a heat pump combines a digital platform along with recruitment and training of heat pump hosts, providing a full end-to-end service for the public to visit a heat pump and get further support to help them build their confidence. So far, nearly 400 hosts are listed and Nesta is aiming for over 1,000 visits in the next few months.

Anyone interested in being a host or visiting a heat pump can register their interest at: www.visitaheatpump.com

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Sign up to our digital newsletter!

Want to keep in the loop with what’s happening in your local community? Then sign up to our digital Mid Sussex Matters newsletter, a monthly email to help residents stay up to date with what’s going on at the Council and in the wider district. Scan the QR code or visit our website www.midsussex.gov.uk to subscribe and join thousands of residents who are already taking advantage of this valuable resource. Let’s work together for a better Mid Sussex.

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Hurst Parish Council news - April 2025

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Extending the 20 MPH Zone

The extension of the 20 mph zone in Hurstpierpoint has been approved for the feasibility and design stage by WSCC due to overwhelming public support. Their current aim is to complete the feasibility and design process through 2025/26, and then to propose the scheme for delivery as part of the construction programme 2026/27, subject to the funding being available. This is good news and the Parish Council hope to work with the design engineers to develop the best possible scheme for the village.

Orchard Blossom Day Saturday 26th April

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Celebrate this annual event by visiting the Heritage Orchard in Hurst Meadows to see the apple trees at their most beautiful. Orchard manager Martin Sadler will be on hand to answer questions about the Orchard and give advice on the best way to care for your own fruit trees. The Orchard will be open between 10am and 4pm.

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Hurst Players present...

Hurst Players

…Agatha Christie Witness for the Prosecution

Starting on 8th April until the 12th, starting at 7.30pm in Players Theatre Hurstpierpoint.

Tickets, £14, are available online at www.hurstplayers.org.uk or in person at the threatre box office from Monday 15th March, Saturday mornings, 10am until midday

Ukrainians seeking host family in Hurstpierpoint and surrounding areas

By Jenny Brown

The Hurst village community gave a great welcome to Ukrainians fleeing their homeland. In a variety of ways, different people and groups have helped out. Most of the earlier guests have now settled, found work and are in their own rental property either in Hurst or nearby.

However, as the 3rd anniversary of the latest Russian invasion of Ukraine comes round, there is still uncertainty about the future. Many of our local Ukrainian friends have family members in increasingly dangerous situations, and some would like to bring them to the UK for safety. For example, one local Ukrainian lady living in Hurst with her primary age child is looking for someone willing to host her parents (in their mid-60s). Currently, the UK government is granting visas for 18 months, and offering a ‘thank you ‘ payment of £350 per month to hosts. The commitment to host is six months.

If you think you might be able to help, or you know someone who might, please get in touch for more information: jenny.brown1106@gmail.com.

Hurst Parish Council news - March 2025

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Berrylands Pond Update

Over the last few years, and with the active support of our MSDC Ward Councillors (latterly Cllr Geoff Zeidler), the Parish Council has been seeking the restoration of the Berrylands Farm Pond at Sayers Common. It has increasingly been lost in the undergrowth, along with the Sayers Common village sign. The change in the MSDC grounds maintenance contractor to Glendale has provided the opportunity for some of the undergrowth and trees to be cleared, and for the volunteers of our local Woodland Flora and Fauna Group to now focus on improving the health of the pond. The Group are always looking for volunteers so please contact the Office if you wish to help. Meanwhile, the village sign needed a good clean. The Parish Council has taken it down and the SCVS have very kindly volunteered to repaint it.

Hurst Meadows Butterflies

Weekly from April to September, volunteers walk the same route recording numbers and species of butterflies. This helps us monitor the health of the Meadows as a habitat for wildlife. The data is then sent to Butterfly Conservation to form part of the national picture. If you are interested in taking part in spotting and recording these beautiful insects, find out more on Thursday 27 March 1.30 - 3.00 pm Village Centre, Hurstpierpoint.

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Mid Sussex District Council newsletter - March 25

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Green thumbs up from Mid Sussex residents

More than 99% of Mid Sussex residents believe that recycling is important with more than 91% making an effort to recycle at home, according to a survey carried out in January by West Sussex County Council.

Of those surveyed, a majority of 51% said they were very happy with their current fortnightly collection service for general waste and recycling, batteries and small electricals.

Although 43.7% said they rarely threw items in the rubbish bin because they were unsure if they could be recycled, nearly 40% said they were sometimes unsure about what could go in their recycling bin.

Items that caused most confusion for recycling were plant pots, garden waste, shredded paper and batteries.

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Councillor Chris Hobbs, Cabinet Member for Leisure and Customer Services at Mid Sussex District Council, said: “It’s fantastic, and very heartening, to see that so many of our residents support recycling. We’ve got a really helpful guide on what can, and can’t, be recycled so that we can get even more items out of the general rubbish bin and into recycling. One of the key things to remember is that everything going into the recycling bin has to be clean, dry and loose and not in a plastic bag.”

The recycling rate in Mid Sussex is already 41.8% which puts the district well on its way to hitting the Government’s national recycling target of 55% by 2035.

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News from Mid Sussex District Council - February 25

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Free Playdays for February half-term

Children can look forward to more free fun Playdays for the February half-term. Organised by Mid Sussex District Council, the indoor events will be run from 2pm – 4pm and there’s no need to book, just turn up and take part. There’ll be a host of different activities for children, up to age 10, at the following venues:

• Tuesday 18th Feb @ Kings Centre, Burgess Hill, RH15 9LR
• Wednesday 19th Feb @ Jubilee Centre, East Grinstead, RH19 2HL
• Friday 21st Feb @ Dolphin Leisure Centre, Haywards Heath, RH16 1LY

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Cllr Anne-Marie Cooke, Cabinet Member for Communities and Communications, said: “Our popular free Playdays are back for February half-term. We’re so pleased to be organising these free activities for local families once again. Please come along and join in. We’ll see you there!”

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