NEWS RELEASES
April 2008 News Releases
A Unique Exhibition for a Unique Man
30 April 2008
From 1st May Horsham Musem will be offering a unique exhibition on a remarkable local man and internationally renowned poet - Percy Bysshe Shelley. The exhibition contains objects, books and accounts that give a powerful overview of this fascinating man.
Free online searches for funding
28 April 2008
COMMUNITY groups and small businesses in the Horsham District are now able to perform free funding searches from the District Council’s website.
Southwater explored in Shopmobility ramble
28 April 2008
MOBILITY scooter users enjoyed a ramble being held at Southwater Country Park last Wednesday (23 April).
'Not a Tourist - Not a Problem!
25 April 2008
Pop into Horsham Tourist Information Centre and enjoy the chance to win discount vouchers to local attractions to help promote the range of services on offer for local residents interested in discovering what's on offer on in the District and beyond.
Spice of Life Sprinkled on Horsham Museum
25 April 2008
To celebrate National Museums and Galleries Month, Horsham Museum has, for the first time, put on an ambitious program throughout May that displays the diversity of the Museum's collection.
Tourism Providers are Invited to Enjoy A Free Sussex Breakfast!
25 April 2008
Horsham District tourism and hospitality businesses are invited to enjoy a Sussex Breakfast using at least 60 percent local seasonal ingredients.
Discover Some Great Offers at Your Local Leisure Centre as Part of 'Strive for 5 Week'
25 April 2008
You are now invited to ‘Strive for 5’ between 26th April and 5th May to enjoy some great offers, free taster sessions, special Open Days and fun activities for all the family at your local leisure centre.
Join the debate about the District’s future
24 April 2008
A PIONEERING research project will prove pivotal in protecting and enhancing the Horsham district in the future - despite the challenges posed by global economic, environmental and lifestyle changes.
Fun run for Ashington first responders
24 April 2008
A FUN run is being organised by neighbourhood wardens to benefit the Ashington First Responders.
HRH The Duke of Kent to open new Age Concern building in Horsham
23 April 2008
HRH The Duke of Kent will be visiting three venues in West Sussex on Thursday 8 May.
Help combat climate change with real nappies
23 April 2008
HORSHAM District Council is supporting the twelfth annual Real Nappy Week (April 21 – 27).
Consultation on design statement for Horsham town
23 April 2008
FROM 25 April the public will have the opportunity to comment on the draft Design Statement for Horsham which will have a major influence on the nature and design of future developments in the town.
‘Life is for Living’ coffee mornings
22 April 2008
A SERIES of coffee mornings are being held for those aged over 50 who would like information about leading a more active and independent lifestyle.
‘Stressbuster’ sessions for sixth formers
21 April 2008
FREE, weekly stress busting sessions for 16-18 year olds start in Horsham on Tuesday (22 April) in the lead up to this summer’s A Level examinations.
Sussex Building Control clients respond well to awards scheme
18 April 2008
ARCHITECTS, developers and builders from across the county have responded well to the invitation to enter the first Local Authority Building Control (LABC) ‘Built in Quality Awards’ scheme in Sussex.
Local elections in the Horsham District - not this year
17 April 2008
LOCAL elections are not taking place in the Horsham District this year.
Horsham - A Model Future
16 April 2008
See for yourself the extraordinarily detailed architects model created in 1988 to illustrate the grand new plans for Horsham town Centre.The exhibition, ‘A Vision of Horsham', the town centre model, and accompanying book opens to the public on 25th April.
Horsham plans first English Festival
16 April 2008
A NEW festival celebrating all things English is planned for Saturday 10 May in Horsham Town Centre.
New bins in Horsham town centre
11 April 2008
EIGHT new on street recycling bins have been installed around Horsham town centre as part of a project to increase recycling opportunities in the Horsham District.
Southwater Country Park gears up for mobility ramble
10 April 2008
MOBILITY scooter users are being invited to a ramble being held at Southwater Country Park at 2pm on Wednesday 23 April.
Senior Persons’ Council - how to get involved
10 April 2008
OLDER people are being invited to contribute to the Horsham District’s Senior Persons’ Council even if they cannot attend meetings.
Saying ‘no’ to dog fouling
9 April 2008
PRIMARY school pupils in the Horsham District are being invited to design posters encouraging people to clean up after their dogs.
Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment
8 April 2008
PROPOSED housing sites are being sought by Horsham District Council to help identify possible locations for new residential development.
Horsham Music Week 2008
8 April 2008
LAST year saw music bands ‘Hula Bluebirds’ on Horsham’s Carfax bandstand, ‘Purple Stained Cats’ in the Youth Centre, a ‘Thingumajig’ in the Market Square and even a couple of ‘Dogs in Space’…yes it could only be one thing, the Horsham Music Week.
Microbiz Visitors and Entrepreneurs are Lucky Winners!
8 April 2008
Entrepreneurs and lucky winners of the Horsham Microbiz free prize-draw gathered at The Capitol on Wednesday to collect their prizes.
Local Housing Allowance
2 April 2008
HOUSING benefit for people renting from private landlords will change this month.
A warm hola to Spanish students
2 April 2008
TWENTY five Spanish exchange students have been welcomed to the Horsham District by Horsham District Council.
Bus pass delay
1 April 2008
THE delivery of bus passes for the new national bus scheme has been delayed in the Horsham District and elsewhere.
Help in paying your Council Tax
1 April 2008
HELP is available to residents on low incomes who are finding it difficult paying their Council Tax.