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Recent News
Concerned residents highlight worries over the proposed development of the Mayfield Court Meadow site
The battle in Mayfield to decide the redevelopment of a potential new surgery and community site is hotting up. The Save Court Meadow Group proposed Level House and the Fire Station as alternative surgery sites after limited progress on existing plans. With previous Court Meadow designs proving expensive, they believe the Fire Station option is... Read more
27th November
Lightning Fibre celebrates triple awards success
Lightning Fibre Celebrates Triple Awards Success Full fibre broadband provider Lightning Fibre, which serves Heathfield and surrounding areas, is celebrating a national awards hat-trick after scooping multiple honours at this year’s ISPA Awards. The East Sussex-based company won Best Consumer ISP (under 100,000 customers) for the third consecutive year, alongside the coveted Best Customer Experience... Read more
20th November
Your local Christmas shopping guide
The festive season is sneaking up fast The festive season has a way of sneaking up, and before you know it, you’re juggling gift lists, food plans, and the hope that everything still feels fun rather than frantic. This guide is here to give you some ideas. All sources from local businesses, helping you to... Read more
20th November
If you suffer from dry eyes find out more about the causes and solutions
Understanding dry eye: causes, symptoms and effective treatments Dry eye is a common yet often overlooked condition that can significantly affect daily comfort. Although the name suggests a lack of moisture, dry eye can also make the eyes water excessively. This guide explains what dry eye is, why it develops, and how it can be... Read more
18th November
J&R Sheffield Farm gears up for Christmas and reflects on highlights from 2025
Festive preparations are underway Festive preparations are underway at J&R Sheffield Farm, where customers can once again order locally reared geese and turkeys for Christmas. Demand for geese continues to rise—what began with 200 geese has grown to more than 500 now, reflecting the appetite for high-quality, locally produced meat. “Geese have really become a... Read more
12th November
Making Space Work: How you can be smart with hired lockable storage
Making space work: How hired lockable storage can simplify life For many households, the crunch for space arrives suddenly—guests at Christmas, a ‘For Sale’ sign out front, or a hobby collection that’s quietly taken over a spare room. Renting secure, lockable storage isn’t only for people between homes; it’s a flexible tool for taking back... Read more
11th November
East Sussex teen Eliza named finalist in Global Youth Awards 2025
Ticehurst Teen Eliza Named Finalist in Global Youth Awards 2025 A talented young singer from Ticehurst has been named among the 39 finalists for the Global Youth Awards 2025, which celebrate inspiring young changemakers from 15 countries. Eliza, 17, a music performance student at Bexhill College, will perform her original song live at the awards... Read more
7th November
Turkey makes the perfect centrepiece this festive season
Go traditional and keep a turkey at the centre of your table If the turkey is the star of Christmas lunch, it deserves a proper supporting cast. J&R Sheffield Turkeys, based at Foords Farm, Vines Cross, Heathfield (TN21 9EX), have been rearing their birds the old-fashioned way since the 1950s — plenty of space, fresh... Read more
6th November
Knitted Poppy Display Brightens Heathfield with Community Spirit
Knitted Poppy Display Brightens Heathfield with Community Spirit Heathfield’s Union Church has been transformed into a sea of colour, with more than 7,000 hand-knitted and crocheted poppies now draping the church railings and lining the High Street. The community-led project began with a simple Facebook post from Reverend Vicky Martin and local organiser Tracy Williams,... Read more
6th November
Local residents asked to feedback on the Stagecoach bus route with any comments on current service
Have you noticed any change to the 51 Bus Service? Local residents asked to share feedback Cllr Anne Cross has reported an update after the recent presentation of the petition to East Sussex County Council over ongoing issues with the Stagecoach 51 bus route, which serves Heathfield, Five Ashes and Mayfield. this includes a new... Read more
5th November
Getting around Heathfield made easy with Cuckmere Buses
Getting around Heathfield made easy with Cuckmere Buses If you live in or around Heathfield, you’ve probably seen the cheerful green and yellow minibuses of Cuckmere Buses out and about. What you might not know is that this long-running service has been part of Sussex life since 1976 — started by local people who simply... Read more
29th October
Help keep local news alive — share your stories with The Heathfield News
Help keep local news alive — share your stories with The Heathfield News At The Heathfield News, we believe that local stories are the heartbeat of our area. They connect neighbours, celebrate the good happening quietly around us, and give credit where it’s due. From charity fundraisers and school achievements to new ventures and community... Read more
28th October
Volunteers Needed to Keep Heathfield Fitness Classes Running
Volunteers Needed to Keep Heathfield Fitness Classes Running Free outdoor exercise classes in Heathfield could come to a halt unless more locals step forward to train as volunteer instructors. The Our Parks initiative — which has brought Bootcamp, HiiT, and circuit sessions to green spaces across Wealden — was originally funded by East Sussex Public... Read more
23rd October
Heathfield Community College Raises Over £4,000 in Rain-Soaked Sponsored Walk and Run
Heathfield Community College Raises Over £4,000 in Rain-Soaked Sponsored Walk and Run The spirit of Heathfield shone through the drizzle earlier this month as students, teachers, and staff from Heathfield Community College laced up for their annual Sponsored Walk and Run on October 3rd. Despite the rain, the turnout was strong and the mood even... Read more
22nd October
Heathfield Bonfire Night Ignites the Town in Dazzling Style – the full round-up
Heathfield Bonfire Night Ignites the Town in Dazzling Style Thousands gather as the Heathfield and District Bonfire Society delivers a spectacular night of fire, colour, and community spirit. Heathfield and District Bonfire Society promised a night to remember — and they more than delivered. After a year of tireless planning, fundraising, and creativity, the town’s... Read more
15th October
White Feather Funerals Marks Five Years of Service to the Community
White Feather Funerals Marks Five Years of Service to the Community This month marks five years since White Feather Funerals first opened its doors in Heathfield, offering care and support to local families through some of life’s hardest moments. In a message reflecting on the milestone, the team expressed gratitude to the community, saying they... Read more
15th October
Sussex film The Presence of Snowgood wins Best Director award at international festival
Sussex film The Presence of Snowgood wins Best Director award at international festival Heathfield, East Sussex — The locally-made feature film The Presence of Snowgood is continuing its remarkable run of success, with director Leigh Tarrant, Skooch Media, formerly of Heathfield, taking home Best Director (Feature Film) at the MK International Film Festival in Milton... Read more
14th October
Highlights of Saturday’s ‘best yet’Heathfield District Bonfire Society event
Heathfield District Bonfire Society, Saturday 11 October This year’s event on Saturday 11 October was a huge success and many said it was one of the best this year outside Lewes. A huge testament to the hard work of the HDBS and the community in bringing everyone together for the evening. Roz Bassford, a photographer... Read more
14th October
Burwash FC Needs You: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Matchday Within Reach – VOTE NOW
Burwash FC Needs You: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Matchday Within Reach Burwash FC — the village team that’s been lacing up since 1890 — is on the brink of something extraordinary. They’ve made it to the final three in the EFL and Jameson “Ultimate Matchday” competition, and the last thing standing between them and the win is... Read more
10th October
Support to Help Wealden Businesses Grow and Thrive
Support to Help Wealden Businesses Grow and Thrive Small and medium-sized businesses across Wealden can now access expert, one-to-one support through the Ambition to Action programme — a new initiative helping local enterprises build resilience, boost productivity, and plan for sustainable growth. Run by Oxford Innovation and managed by East Sussex County Council, the programme... Read more
8th October
Horam Community Steps Up Again: Phase 3 of the Recreation Ground Pathway
Horam Community Steps Up Again: Phase 3 of the Recreation Ground Pathway Horam residents are once again being asked to lend their support to the ongoing transformation of the village recreation ground. After the success of the upper field path completed in 2023 and the pump track that opened last month, attention now turns to... Read more
8th October
Nusrat Ghani MP invites local children to design her official Christmas card
Nusrat Ghani MP invites local children to design her official Christmas card The festive season is around the corner, and with it comes a chance for young artists to see their creativity travel far and wide — even to Buckingham Palace! Nusrat Ghani, MP for Wealden, has launched her much-loved annual Christmas Card Competition and... Read more
7th October
Heathfield Bonfire Night Returns with Flaming Spectacle and Community Spirit
Heathfield Bonfire Night Returns with Flaming Spectacle and Community Spirit The streets of Heathfield are set to glow once again on Saturday 11 October, as the Heathfield & District Bonfire Society leads its much-loved torchlit procession through the town. Expect flames, drums, colour, and the unmistakable smell of bonfire night — all in honour of... Read more
7th October
A267 safety push: Heathfield voices mark tragic anniversary with action
Heathfield voices mark tragic anniversary with action Heathfield, Cross in Hand and surrounding villages are keeping up pressure for safer roads a year on from the Mayfield Flat fatal crash. On 1 October 2025, residents marked the anniversary of the collision at Mayfield Flat, Cross in Hand, where a northbound waste tanker and a southbound... Read more
1st October
Herstmonceux Castle’s Water Lilies Win National Recognition
Herstmonceux Castle’s Water Lilies Win National Recognition Herstmonceux Castle Estate has long drawn visitors with its brick battlements and sweeping grounds. Now, there’s another reason to make the trip: its much-loved collection of water lilies has been officially named a National Plant Collection in the “Historical” category by Plant Heritage, the UK’s leading garden plant... Read more
25th September
Wealden Council Rejects “One East Sussex” Proposal, Citing Risks for Local Communities
Wealden Council Rejects “One East Sussex” Over Fears of Lost Local Connection Wealden District Council’s Cabinet has confirmed it cannot support the proposal for a single “One East Sussex” authority, warning it would be too large, too remote, and financially unsound to serve local residents effectively. The plan, which suggested replacing the county’s existing structure... Read more
25th September
Heathfield Youth Hub Opens New £5m Building with State-of-the-Art Facilities
Heathfield’s young people now have a brand-new £5 million youth centre, complete with sports, arts and learning spaces, following the official opening of the new Heathfield Youth Hub. The modern two-storey building replaces the original 1950s site and was made possible thanks to a Government Youth Investment Fund grant. Designed with input from local young... Read more
25th September
Hospice in the Weald Open Morning
What’s On: Hospice in the Weald Open Morning, Five Ashes Hospice in the Weald will be opening its doors on Thursday 9th October, inviting people to drop in between 10am and noon for a warm welcome, a hot drink, and the chance to learn more about its vital role in the community. The Five Ashes... Read more
17th September
Heathfield Cinema Project Aims to Light Up the High Street
Heathfield Cinema Project Aims to Light Up the High Street Initially there was a mystery about who was behind the project, and there is still no idea where it will be located. Now the picture is a little clearer. A familiar face around Heathfield has stepped forward and revealed plans that could change the heart... Read more
10th September
Matt, Heathfield’s sleddog champion gets a visit from MP
MP Nusrat Ghani Meets Five-Time World Champion in Heathfield As part of her Summer Surgery Tour, Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, met with Heathfield resident and five-time World Champion, Matt Hodgson, to celebrate his outstanding achievements in sleddog racing. Matt has been involved in the sport for over 20 years, running Sleddogs and representing... Read more
4th September
Dorothy Waterhouse celebrates the centenary of C.Waterhouse Funeral Directors
Dorothy Waterhouse celebrates the centenary of C.Waterhouse Funeral Directors The legacy of Dorothy Waterhouse In a field often dominated by tradition, Dorothy Waterhouse is someone who brought both compassion and quiet strength to her work as a funeral director. With a steady presence and a deep respect for the stories each life leaves behind, she... Read more
3rd September
Community petition over Stagecoach 51 Service heads to County Hall
Community Petition Over Stagecoach 51 Service Heads to County Hall Heathfield, East Sussex – A petition calling for improvements to the Stagecoach 51 bus service will be considered by East Sussex County Council (ESCC) on Monday 8th September at 9am, when the Lead Member for Transport, Cllr Claire Dowling, addresses the matter at County Hall,... Read more
2nd September
Changing face of Heathfield High Street
A new development to arrive on Heathfield High Street A long established antiques shop is now being replaced with a new development by the Vivian Brown Discretional Settlement Trust. The Greenhouse is currently sited as a single story retail unit and will be replaced by a three story, four appartment, residential building with a ground... Read more
28th August
From canvas to cab! Lightning Fibre has re-wrapped its Heathfield primary node cab.
From canvas to cab! Lightning Fibre has re-wrapped its Heathfield primary node cab. Young people who attend Heathfield Youth Hub created some fantastic artworks especially for the Heathfield Agricultural Show this year, and their works have now been featured on the Lightning Fibre Heathfield full fibre broadband primary node cabinet in Station Road. Thanks to Councillor... Read more
25th August
Community Impact Statement for proposed Heathfield Cinema
Community Impact Statement Social media has been buzzing with news that Heathfield may be going to get a cinema. We don’t have any details of who is behind the plan nor where the potential location would be, but The Vault Cinema & Cafe have released this impact statement. The Vault, Heathfield – Cinema and Cafe... Read more
21st August
Future of the Herstmonceux Observatory Science Centre confirmed
Bader College and Science Projects sign landmark 10-Year deal securing future of The Observatory Science Centre Bader College and Science Projects are pleased to share that they have reached a 10-year agreement to keep the Observatory Science Centre at Herstmonceux Castle Estate in East Sussex. This secures the future of one of the UK’s most... Read more
18th August
Heathfield College Sixth Form delivers outstanding results
Heathfield Sixth Form celebrates ‘A’ Level results Through phenomenal hard work, commitment, and exceptional partnership with their teachers, Year 13 have secured fantastic outcomes this year matching some of the best ever results from the College, consolidating the outstanding legacy of outcomes at Heathfield 6th Form. Students are now able to take up places on some... Read more
14th August
Let our local MP Nus Ghani know your thoughts on whether a banking hub is a good idea
The impact of local bank closures and local sentiment Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, is inviting local residents to share their views on access to banking services across the constituency. In Heathfield alone, we have seen the evaporation of banking services with all of the major banks leaving the town over the past ten years.... Read more
7th August
Sign up and get training for the Hospice Run 2025 – September 21st 2025
Sign up and get training for the Hospice Run 2025 – September 21st 2025 Lower Common Cricket Ground, Tunbridge Wells | 08:00-12:30 Are you a serious competition runner? Someone who enjoys a regular weekend exercise? Someone who likes walking in the summer sun? or a family looking to experience a fun Sunday together? The Hospice... Read more
30th July
Herstmonceux Castle Estate Unveils Summer of Adventure: Activities, Farm Shop & Stays
Historic Sussex Estate Launches Family Activities, Accommodation Discounts & Outdoor Theatre As schools break for summer, Herstmonceux Castle Estate announces a vibrant season of family-friendly activities, new attractions, and special community initiatives. From 28th July, visitors can explore the new Farm Shop featuring Sussex-sourced produce, artisan goods, plants and gifts, alongside immersive experiences in the... Read more
29th July
Sussex Six local produce initiative is launched
Sussex Six Campaign is launched in Wealden More than 60 local taste makers in the Wealden food and drink industry came together at Gun Brewery and Taproom in Gun Hill this week to launch the Sussex Six Campaign in Wealden, urging people in the district to eat and buy local produce. Local hospitality encouraged... Read more
23rd July
Enjoy a unique visit to Foxhunt Manor gardens in aid of St Wilfrid’s Hospice – this Saturday
Open Garden at Foxhunt Manor, In aid of St Wilfrids Hospice. 26th of July 11am ~ 4pm A truly magnificent Edwardian garden set in 50 acres. Sunken Italian garden, wildflower walk, walled kitchen garden and orchard, with extensive lawns and flower beds. This Grade II listed house dates from 1898-99 and is part of an... Read more
23rd July
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
Herstmonceux restoration is well under way
Herstmonceux Castle restauration is well under way Queen’s University – with Bader College and Herstmonceux Castle Estate – has reported that the restoration of Herstmonceux Castle is progressing well and the essential components of the repairs are on track to be completed as planned by Autumn 2025. “Our priority is, as ever, the people who... Read more
19th June
