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South East Water have announced that they are restricting the use of hosepipes for customers in Kent and Sussex and it is enforceable from 18 July.
South East Water have announced that they are restricting the use of hosepipes for customers in Kent and Sussex. The announcement read:“Demand for water is the highest we have ever seen for this time of year, reaching 680 million litres on 30 June 2025. This is 105 million litres of water a day more than the... Read more
17th July
Ever thought about joining a silver band? No, well think again.
Discover why joining a silver band might be just what you need You may think that a Band is made up of dedicated musicians who have played instruments their whole lives, but at Heathfield Silver Band this couldn’t be further from the truth. Band member Peter’s story Peter is one of two tuba players in... Read more
3rd July
Heathfield Youth Hub nearing completion
Local MP visits construction site for new Heathfield Youth Hub Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, has recently visited the construction site of the Heathfield Youth Hub, which is nearing completion ahead of its opening in September. The project is being built by Morgan Sindall Construction . This welcome new resource for the young people... Read more
3rd July
Heathfield man to cycle 1,000km to Spain in aid of Sarcoma UK.
East Sussex man to cycle 1,000km to Spain for brother with rare bone cancer A 59-year-old business consultant from Heathfield is embarking on an epic 1,000-kilometre cycling challenge to Spain to raise funds for his brother, who is living with a rare form of bone cancer. Harry Crane will tackle the ten-day journey starting on... Read more
26th June
Hospice in the Weald Moonlight Walk – thanks to everyone who made it such a great success!
Moonlight walkers raise funds for Hospice in the Weald The 460 ‘Moonlight Walkers’ who navigated routes through Sevenoaks and Knole Park on 14th June raised an amazing £130,000, including match funding from the Freddie Green and Family Foundation. Whilst the walkers are the stars of the show, Hospice in the Weald wanted to thank a number... Read more
26th June
Opening the Heathfield Cuckoo Line railway tunnel is a huge success
Last weekend saw the Cuckoo Line Gala come to Heathfield Last weekend the Spa valley Railway celebrated 200 years of Train Travel with ‘The Cuckoo Line Gala’ including Rare Access to the Heathfield Tunnel Visitors and volunteers enjoyed the opportunity to step back in time to the 1960s when steam still ruled supreme when they... Read more
19th June
Local MP meets with Ukranian refugees
Local MP meets with Ukranian refugees Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, convened a forum for Ukrainian families living in the constituency to discuss concerns regarding changes to visa provision. There are over 267,000 people living in the UK under the Government’s Ukrainian schemes. Wealden district has been hosting the most arrivals to East Sussex and is amongst... Read more
19th June
Station Approach temporary closure for upgrade to water supply by South East Water
Station Approach on diversion From 19 June there will be a diversion around Station Approach to allow for an upgrade to the water supply. There will be a diversion indicated with signage on Station Road, Hailsham Road, Throbalds Green, Ghyll Road and Waldron Thorns. There will still be access for residents but passing traffic will... Read more
19th June
Heathfield Runners’ raise over £500 at recent Cake Bake – raffle tickets are still on sale
Heathfield Runners were thrilled to raise over £500 at the recent Cake Bake Sale Heathfield Runners are delighted to confirm they raised over £500 at their recent Cake Bake Sale and would like to thank everyone who took part for their generosity. Tickets are still on sale for the raffle ahead of the anniversary 10k... Read more
12th June
How do you choose the right music for a funeral?
Choosing the right music for a funeral can be a challenge Lucy Atabey from White Feather Funerals has shared some thoughts with us on the importance and significance of music at a funeral. Music evokes memories with just an intro or a blast of a chorus and can perfectly reflect the person whose life you... Read more
1st June
Heathfield celebrates another successful agricultural show day
Heathfield Agricultural Show took place on Saturday 24 May The weather wasn’t as kind as in previous years but that didn’t dim the crowds or the enjoyment of what is a unique event in the rural calendar. Local MP, Nus Ghani, was among the guests The local MP Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, was... Read more
29th May
Hospice in the Weald announces development plans
Hospice in the Weald: Planning for the Future Hospice in the Weald is developing plans to improve services and facilities to benefit patients now and in the future. The charity provides free care and support for adults and children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions across East Sussex and Kent. Services resume and areas to be... Read more
22nd May
Local MP hosts Sussex Weald Farmer’s Forum
Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, hosted the Sussex Weald Farmers’ Forum 2025 on Friday 16th May in Five Ashes near Mayfield, bringing together farmers from across the constituency as well as a range of local stakeholders. Nusrat has been inundated with requests for support from local farmers regarding matters including rural crime, animal welfare, access... Read more
22nd May
Young at Heart and Frogheath Landscapes are celebrating their contribution to a Chelsea Silver-Gilt Medal garden
Generations Unite In Planting For Chelsea Flower Show At Young At Heart Young At Heart, an intergenerational community interest company in Heathfield, is celebrating success at Chelsea Flower Show. Frogheath Landscapes, who built Zoe Claymore’s The Wildlife Trusts British Rainforest Garden supports Young At Heart’s Green Fingers Project and director Steve Moody, had just the... Read more
22nd May
Sarah Tate, a well-known local photographer, is turning the page on an exciting new direction for her business.
Sarah Tate, a well-known local photographer, unveils empowering new direction For years, Sarah Tate’s photography studio on Hailsham Road in Heathfield has been a place of joy, tenderness, and transformation. Known and loved for her newborn portraits — those gentle, heartwarming glimpses into new life — Sarah has captured milestones, memories, and moments that matter... Read more
19th May
Radio Teleswitch meter change leaves residents confused with the next steps to take
Energy meter change leaves residents confused with the next steps to take Local residents may want to draw their attention to the incoming news on their energy meter switches. Due to recent changes, it is crucial that everyone checks their energy meters since it could lead to losing heating or facing higher energy bills in... Read more
18th May
Local MP hosts virtual Q&A session on ‘Tackling Rural Crime’
A meeting to discuss ‘Tackling Rural Crime’ Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, hosted a virtual Q&A session titled “Tackling Rural Crime: Keeping Sussex Safe”. This meeting on May 13 provided an opportunity for local residents to raise their concerns and hear updates on the matter following Nusrat’s meetings and drop-in surgery with Sussex Police and Crime... Read more
15th May
East Sussex’s ‘best day out’ the Heathfield Agricultural Show is back
East Sussex’s ‘best day out’ the Heathfield Agricultural Show is back Tomorrow, on the 24th of May 2025, The Heathfield Agricultural Show returns to celebrate another year of countryside craftsmanship, displays, stands and award winning livestock and equine events. On Saturday, there is an incredible lineup of events awaiting visitors, young and old, including The... Read more
14th May
Heathfield Runners – Anniversary Charity Raffle for Macmillan Cancer Support & Cancer Research UK
Celebrating 40 Years of Running Together Heathfield Runners – Anniversary Charity Raffle for Macmillan Cancer Support & Cancer Research UK This June, the Heathfield Runners celebrate 40 years – four decades of miles, friendship, memories and community spirit. As they celebrate this incredible milestone at their 10k event on 15 June 2025, they are also... Read more
8th May
Visit to Heathfield College from Mims Davies MP, Shadow Minister for Women
Visit to College from Mims Davies MP (East Grinsted and Uckfield ) L.Caroline Barlow, Headteacher R.Mims Davies Shadow Cabinet Minister for Women with shared oversight for Equalities and Co-Chair of the APPG for Men and Boys. Students from Heathfield were pleased last week to host a discussion with Mims Davies, visiting college further to meeting... Read more
8th May
Stacey Solomon’s ‘Sort Your Life Out’ is looking for locals to take part
Do you need help transforming your home? I hope you don’t mind us reaching out – we are currently casting the next series of the popular BAFTA-nominated BBC show Sort Your Life Out with Stacey Solomon, and we are looking for families and shared households in the local area to take part. Would you be... Read more
29th April
The Heathfield News announces a partnership with Wealden Talking News
The Heathfield News is delighted to announce a partnership with Wealden Talking News, who are based in Heathfield. THN is pleased to be able to make all of the news and features published available to the WTN free of charge The Wealden Talking News operates out of a studio in Heathfield Talking news started in... Read more
28th April
Hospice in the Weald supporters are both inspired by and running in the London Marathon
Memories of loved ones will keep Hospice runners moving as they take on London Marathon 2025 Cherished memories of loved ones will inspire many runners as they take on the London Marathon on Sunday, we have already featured James from Melina Joy Opticians and Leon from Heathfield who are all running this weekend for different... Read more
24th April
Heathfield Chamber of Commerce hosts meeting about future of the High Street
Around 20 people attended a special meeting of the Heathfield Chamber of Commerce last Friday to discuss the future of the high street. Those present included councillors, representatives from Wealden District Council, a representative for Nusrat Ghani MP and a number of local businesses. The need to keep free parking in the town was a... Read more
20th April
A new community initiative ‘Scrap to the Future’ launches in Heathfield
‘Scrap To The Future’ comes to Heathfield A few months ago, some like-minded individuals gathered to share ideas with a desire to encourage sustainability, reduce waste and provide a way to engage the community. They held a few meetings hoping to set up a Scrapstore to collect and sell unwanted materials that could be used to... Read more
17th April
Over 60s invited to join in VE Day Celebrations with Young at Heart
YOUNG AT HEART TO CELEBRATE VE DAY Young At Heart is an intergenerational community interest company based at Heathfield Park Cricket Club. Designed to combat loneliness and isolation of senior members of the local community, what makes them unique is the social interaction between pre-school and primary aged children with the elderly. Members can attend... Read more
16th April
Wealden Funeral Services share some ideas for alternative funeral celebrations
Funerals can be as personal as you want, reflecting the life of the loved one “When we think of funerals here in Wealden, alternative funerals stand out in our memories. A traditional image might come to mind: a hearse, a church or crematorium, and perhaps a wake at the local pub, but times are changing,... Read more
14th April
New local businesses get a boost at the Heathfield Agricultural Show
Heathfield Show Promotes New Businesses The New Enterprise Zone is back at the Heathfield Agricultural Show The HAS is keen to support new, local businesses and over the last 10 years, the New Enterprise Zone has enabled more than 100 new startups to promote their businesses at the Show by way of a FREE trade... Read more
10th April
Great British Spring Clean kicks off!
Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, is supporting this year’s ‘Great British Spring Clean’ campaign and is encouraging local residents to take part and help clean our shared spaces. The Great British Spring Clean is an annual event organised by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy and it is the UK’s largest mass-action environmental campaign. The Great British Spring... Read more
3rd April
Tara Goldsmith raises over £500 in memory of her grandad
The granddaughter of a Heathfield businessman who dedicated much of his time to helping others has completed a dog walking challenge in his memory. Tara Goldsmith completed the 62k March Dog Walking Challenge for Dementia UK in memory of her grandfather Trevor Goldsmith who passed away recently. Trevor died aged 77 after suffering from dementia... Read more
3rd April
Local optometrist, James Miller, takes on the London Marathon for charity
James from Melina Joy Opticians takes on the London Marathon Melina Joy optometrist, James Miller, is taking on the challenge of running the London marathon on Sunday 27th April to raise funds for a local charity called Wealden Talking Newspapers, who are based justdown the High Street from the practice in Heathfield. It is a... Read more
1st April
We campaigned they listened!
Stagecoach announces some concessions Last week we featured Erin’s campaign, we spoke to a local councillor Anne Cross and the Press Office at Stagecoach to get their comments. Lots of you signed her petition. Now it is encouraging to hear this comment from Stagecoach this week. It doesn’t fully address her concerns but it signals... Read more
27th March
Be the singer you want to be with Maria Myatt vocal coach
Maria offers vocal coaching to everyone from beginners to advanced singers Maria started singing from a very young age. She studied Musical Theatre for 3 years and achieved a first-class honours degree. Straight after that, she was lucky enough to be offered a contract on a ship as a vocalist. Maria then sang at different... Read more
26th March
Student from Heathfield campaigns against cuts in Stagecoach bus service
Erin’s petition to halt changes in 51 bus frequency gains momentum Erin Wigham was very concerned when she saw the proposed change to the 51 bus timetable. The change to hourly from half-hourly was the source of her concern. Anyone who has used Stagecoach bus services will have experienced frequent cancellations and delays to their... Read more
20th March
We ask Heart and Home Property is now a good time to buy or sell your home?
Is this year a good time to buy or sell your home? As Spring is very much in the air, it’s traditionally the time that people get their homes ready to sell or set out to find a new home or both! We thought it would be a good idea to talk to property expert... Read more
13th March
Heathfield Community College scores highly for pupil happiness
Ofsted recognises the importance of ‘wellbeing’ as a factor for the choice of secondary schools Ofsted the education watchdog has recognised parents’ shifting focus towards a school’s ethos when choosing where their child should go for secondary. It plans to add a “wellbeing” category to its new inspection reports, which it is currently consulting on,... Read more
12th March
Help re-instate the freedom to study abroad for all
European Movement need your support to reclaim the study opportunities in Europe Lend your voice to the campaign to be part of the Erasmus Programme Although promises were made that the Erasmus Programme would not be shelved , unfortunately students now find themselves unable to be part of this EU funded programme and they are... Read more
11th March
Direct cremations explained by Wealden Funerals
Direct cremations, a simpler option, explained by Wealden Funerals There is another option to full on funeral services which is cost effective and simple – one company offering the Direct Cremation is Ashdown Direct Cremation service from Wealden Funerals. It’s a simple, affordable, and yet personal alternative to a traditional funeral service. Direct Cremations provide... Read more
6th March
East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service celebrates its 30th anniversary.
East Sussex WRAS celebrates 30th Anniversary Many people will have had to call on the services of the local charity East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service (WRAS) for help with caring for a wild animal in distress. They will know what an important job their volunteers do. This year the WRAS is celebrating its 30th anniversary.... Read more
3rd March
Heathfield man takes up new fundraising challenge for Chailey Hertiage Foundation
Leon takes on a new challenge to raise money for Chailey Heritage Foundation We covered the Three Peaks Hike and Cycle Challenge last year when a group of friends came together to support Matt Vince in his fundraiser to bring for Chailey Heritage Foundation. The campaign raised an amazing £45,000 in memory of Luna-Rose, Matt... Read more
27th February
Trevor Goldsmith’s death last Saturday 22 February is announced
The passing of Trevor Goldsmith Goldsmith & Allcorn has announced the death of Trevor Goldsmith: “It is with great sadness and a sense of relief to inform the community that Trevor Goldsmith passed away peacefully on Saturday morning.” Trevor’s legacy of selfless dedication and community spirit will forever be cherished by those whose lives he... Read more
25th February
Channel 4 wants YOU! Are you or do you know an undiscovered brainbox, read on…
Channel 4 are on the hunt for an undiscovered brainbox Do you have an undiscovered brainbox in your family lurking on the sofa? Because if you do – Channel 4 is about to launch a major new competition format show to spotlight the country’s undiscovered brainboxes. It is estimated that there are thousands of people in the... Read more
19th February
Heathfield’s Wealden Works goes from strength to strength
Last summer was the culmination of the long awaited move of Wealden Works into their beautifully refurbished premises on Station Road, Heathfield. Wealden Works is going from strength to strength – it is a unique employment programme dedicated to bridging the gap between education and employment for young people living in the area. Led by two local professionals,... Read more
12th February
Heathfield man wins culinary award
Shah Athar with his award at the ‘World’s Best Culinary Judges’ Local man wins culinary award Heathfield resident Shah Athar is a scientist turned chef and was recently named amongst the ‘World’s Best Culinary Judges’ alongside competitors from 23 countries. Originally working as a molecular biologist trying to find early detection of Mad Cow disease... Read more
6th February
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
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
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
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
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
