Monthly Archives: December 2021

A Christmas message from Wealden council leaders

As 2021 draws to a close and the Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect every aspect of day to day life, Wealden District Council’s leader and chief executive are wishing all residents a merry Christmas after another difficult year. Councillor Bob Standley, the council leader, and chief executive Trevor Scott have also highlighted the work and... Read more

23rd December

Looking for the perfect gifts for a foodie? Cuculo has plenty to choose from.

You will find gifts for a foodie at Cuculo Cheese & Wine on the High St, Heathfield, East Sussex. The place to buy gifts for those hard to please people who love food and wine. The store is open every day from now until Christmas Eve. Call 01435 862596 for advice or to place an... Read more

19th December

Oakdown House residents celebrate the benefits of their new spa pool.

Oakdown House spa pool opens for residents. After successfully raising more than £35,000, Oakdown House is thrilled to be able to offer residents the opportunity to use their newly opened swim spa pool at the home.  The home which is located in Burwash Common, supports up to 45 residents with learning and physical disabilities. The... Read more

16th December

Last minute Christmas gift shopping made easy and fun

Unless you are super organised, there are always a few last-minute gifts to buy in the run up to Christmas – the neighbour who has been brilliant this year, the dog walker and a friend who deserves a little treat. Here are ten interesting and memorable gift ideas ranging from £8.50 to £45.00. They are... Read more

16th December

Heathfield woman wins Mentor of the Year at the Sussex Apprenticeship Awards 2021

Horizontal rain and all that a coastal town can throw at you in the bad weather department, did not dint the enthusiasm of apprentices, businesses and training providers at this year’s 2021 Sussex Apprenticeship Awards. The Brighton Hilton Metropole was the setting for the awards dinner and ceremony. The awards were created to recognize the... Read more

14th December

Local companies make their mark in Rural Business Awards

A Waldron company and a Burwash company have won in different categories of the prestigious Rural Business Awards. The English Soap Company, based in Waldron, won the Best Rural Innovation category while Burwash artisan Food and Drink Platform MeltedInside.com was named best Rural Retail Business at the regional finals of the Rural Business Awards in... Read more

7th December

‘Santa needs you’-AR trail game comes to Heathfield.

This December-have fun with your kids tracking down the Heathfield Christmas Trail. This Christmas, local families will be able to track down Christmas themed animals in ‘Santa needs you’ an augmented reality trail game running in Heathfield now. Participation is free and a perfect way to get some exercise, occupy the kids and explore our... Read more

2nd December