Monthly Archives: January 2025

Sussex Lund programme helps support eco-project at Heathfield Community College

This term, the Eco Representatives at Heathfield Community College, worked with the site team to develop an area of the school field. Known as ‘the mound’, it is an area of the field not used by students currently and so perfect for creating a habitat for wildlife. Supported by the Sussex Lund Programme grant In... Read more

30th January

“Nobody Left Behind” – Sussex Police hosts Domestic Abuse Conference

Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne, Victim Support and West Sussex County Council’s Domestic Abuse Team hosted a dedicated domestic abuse conference at The Amex in Brighton earlier this week. The theme for the conference was ‘Nobody Left Behind’. The 300+ attendees included service providers, survivors and those wanting to learn more about how... Read more

30th January

Be aware of callers impersonating police officers

Suspicious incidents in Heathfield This month, officers have seen three incidents in Heathfield, involving elderly women being called by someone impersonating a Police Officer. The male had given a fake officer name, collar number and reference number, before proceeding to ask victims to withdraw large amounts of cash to ‘assist an investigation’. Fortunately, none of... Read more

27th January

Queens’s University and Bader College confirm an ongoing commitment to the legacy of the Herstmonceux Science Centre.

Update from Queen’s University and Bader College In response to recent concerns regarding the future of the Herstmonceux Science Centre site, Queen’s University and Bader College would like to reassure the community of their shared commitment to upholding the site’s legacy as a hub for scientific literacy, education, and public outreach. The University recognizes the... Read more

27th January

Tough decisions ahead for East Sussex County Council as it attempts to balance the budget

THE USE of reserves and £13.5 million of savings could help deliver a balanced budget in a stark financial climate as East Sussex plans how it will spend £578.8 million on services in 2025/26. Proposals to balance budget to be presented next week Proposals for East Sussex County Council’s budget will be presented to Cabinet... Read more

23rd January

Hospice tree recycling campaign grows and raises vital funds 

Hospice in the Weald’s popular Christmas tree recycling scheme has once again proven to be a festive success, raising an incredible £57,675 to support local hospice care. This year’s campaign saw an impressive 2,595 trees collected across the week commencing January 12th, thanks to the efforts of 120 volunteers and 54 vans.  The scheme, which... Read more

23rd January

Heathfield Community Firestation needs you!

Heathfield Community Firestation are looking for someone to join their retained firefighter team The station has been pushing its recruitment drive over the past three weeks, they are looking for retained firefighters. Forget stereotypes and think about have got what it takes or want to find out if you have. “It has been great being... Read more

16th January

Wealden Community Lottery hits another milestone

The Wealden Community Lottery has raised £100K for local good causes and the central fund combined. Over the past 18 months, a total of £100K has been raised for good causes and the central fund combined which has had 3,603 winners, totalling combined cash prizes of £14,700 and a total of 10,809 free tickets have... Read more

16th January

Cross-In-Hand school closes as burst water main causes interuptions in supply

Burst water main at Cross-in-Hand just outside Heathfield Early this morning, 15 January, many residents of Cross-In-Hand experienced low water pressure or no water at all. This had been caused by a burst main in the area, which South Eastern Water tried to fix as quickly as possible. To allow for the safe repair of... Read more

15th January

Cross-in-Hand development planning application rejected

Location of proposed Snatchells Farm development of 24 residential homes Cross-in-Hand development rejected We featured the proposed plans for this way back in 2021 when Heathfield resident Rory Graham, stage name – Rag ‘n’ Bone Man, appealed for support to oppose this development which was going to have a big impact on his home. The... Read more

9th January

New kiosk and conveniences get the go ahead on the Cuckoo Trail at Horam

Simulated view from the application to show view as approaching on Cuckoo Trail from Heathfield Direction New kiosk gets go ahead for construction on the old Horam station platform Today, 9 January 2025, at the Wealden Planning Committee South Meeting there was widespread support for the construction of this amenity. The application was made by... Read more

9th January

Ashdown Radio plans to bring Heathfield into their reach

Ashdown Radio plans expansion Many people are familiar with Ashdown Radio, but Heathfield residents don’t get a reliable reception for this popular local radio station. Ashdown Radio had hoped to increase the power at their Crowborough transmission site so it can be heard in Heathfield and surrounds back in 2023. However, it wasn’t viable (largely... Read more

8th January