Monthly Archives: December 2025
Hospice in the Weald thanks supporters
Thanks to our supporters from Hospice in the Weald As this year draws to a close, we at Hospice in the Weald would like to thank our incredible supporters and volunteers. Whether you took part in one of our many fundraising events – such as Moonlight Walk, or Hospice Run – shopped in or donated to one... Read more
23rd December
Heathfield man sentenced in county’s first AI-generated abusive image case
Heathfield man sentenced in county’s First AI-generated abuse image case A man from Heathfield has been sentenced after becoming one of the first individuals in Sussex to be convicted for creating and distributing AI-generated indecent images of children, in a case that has drawn attention to the misuse of emerging technologies. James Castell, 40, of... Read more
23rd December
Talented Year 4 pupil from Blackboys wins Christmas card design competition
Thomas Plummer announced as winner A talented Year 4 pupil from Blackboys Church of England Primary School is spreading festive cheer far beyond Sussex Weald this Christmas after winning Nusrat Ghani MP’s annual Christmas card design competition. Thomas Plummer was announced as the winner of the 2025 competition, which invited primary school pupils from across... Read more
15th December
Appeal for information after VJ Day memorial items disappear
Appeal for information after VJ Day memorial items disappear An appeal has been issued after commemorative items placed at a new VJ Day memorial site in Heathfield have gone missing. Earlier this year, a group of local residents worked alongside Heathfield Bonfire Society and Heathfield Parish Council to establish a permanent memorial marking VJ Day,... Read more
15th December
Heathfield Chamber celebrates festive season at Hidden Spring Vineyard
Heathfield Chamber celebrates festive season at Hidden Spring Vineyard What a fantastic evening it was as members of the Heathfield Chamber of Commerce came together to celebrate the festive season at the beautiful Hidden Spring Vineyard. The Christmas networking event was well attended and provided a welcome opportunity for local businesses to relax, connect and... Read more
12th December
Teenage Ticehurst singer Eliza Mace receives mentoring from rock star Ace after Global Youth Awards success
Ace, guitarist from Skunk Anansie TICEHURST, EAST SUSSEX – Rising local talent Eliza Mace, a teenage singer-songwriter from Ticehurst, has attracted the attention of the international music industry after her debut single earned recognition in the Global Youth Awards Songwriting Category. Her entry impressed judge Ace, guitarist from UK rock band Skunk Anansie, leading to... Read more
11th December
New State-of-the-Art Gym Coming to Heathfield High Street
New State-of-the-Art Gym Coming to Heathfield High Street A new era of health and vitality is set to begin for Heathfield residents with the exciting announcement of a new gym development at 14-18 High Street, previously the location of The Original Factory Shop. The new fitness facility, which is set to become the only gym... Read more
2nd December
Heathfield shows big support for inaugural movie fundraiser quiz night for the Vault Community Cinema
Heathfield shows big support for inaugural fundraiser movie quiz night Heathfield proved once again what a vibrant and supportive community it is as residents packed out the inaugural Movie Quiz Night this week. The event drew a fantastic crowd, creating an atmosphere full of laughter, friendly rivalry, and plenty of movie nostalgia. Thanks to everyone... Read more
2nd December
Patients Welcomed Back as Five Ashes Hospice Re-Opens Its Doors
Patients Welcomed Back as Five Ashes Hospice Re-Opens Its Doors Hospice in the Weald is once again welcoming in-patients to its Five Ashes hospice in East Sussex — complete with refreshed facilities, expanded specialist care, and a new name that better reflects the services now on offer. In-Patient Care Returns to Five Ashes After a... Read more
1st December
