NEWS RELEASES
July 2008 News Releases
Bonfire advice
30 July 2008
RESPONSIBLE alternatives to having a garden bonfire are being suggested by Horsham District Council.
Calling All Local Photographers!
24 July 2008
Local residents are invited to send their favourite images of where they live for an exciting new photographic competition for the 2009 Enjoy Sussex Visitor Guide and website. There's also a prize of £250 photography vouchers for one lucky winner.
Thinking of setting up a retail outlet?
24 July 2008
THE Horsham District Market Towns together with Business Link are holding a free workshop for people thinking of opening a retail outlet.
Cash boost for warmer homes
23 July 2008
THOUSANDS of homes in West Sussex will be warmer this winter thanks to an £920,000 cash boost.
Snack Wagon returns to Horsham Park
22 July 2008
THE Snack Wagon is returning to Horsham Park through the summer holidays.
Local market towns partnerships win award
21 July 2008
Billingshurst project described as miracle example of co-operation.
Swimming Lessons Registration Date Announced for Billingshurst Leisure Centre
21 July 2008
Registration for swimming lessons at Billingshurst Leisure Centre will take place from Wednesday 30 July. Initially registration will be taken by telephone only.
Watch your step!
18 July 2008
A CAMPAIGN is being launched today to minimise the amount of slips and trips in catering establishments in the Horsham District.
Green Flag Award for Horsham Park
17 July 2008
THE Government's Parks Minister, Baroness Andrews, has recently announced that Horsham Park has been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award.
Biggest Stories Told Small
16 July 2008
Look out for big stories and fascinating objects all told in a new gallery in Horsham Museum that opens on Friday 18th July – another great reason for visiting Horsham Museum along with its temporary exhibitions on Witchcraft and Ralph Vaughan Williams.
How many steps can you do?
14 July 2008
A SPECIAL pre-festival walk is being organised to provide children with an opportunity to try out a pedometer on Saturday 19 July.
Helping Families to Save This Summer
14 July 2008
Horsham District Council is providing free fun for children sessions in Horsham Park during the summer holidays. The fun sessions are on offer every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons at 2pm and 3.15pm.
Beat The Credit Crunch The Fun Way
10 July 2008
Almost 2,000 residents use a free Leisure Access Card to get some great savings on leisure activities and visitor attractions to help beat the current 'Credit Crunch'. The card is free to all District residents on a low income. Why not apply today?
YES please to new Youth Enterprise Scheme
10 July 2008
A NEW Youth Enterprise Scheme (YES) is encouraging 13 to 16 year olds in Billingshurst to get involved in their community by helping out in local businesses and shops.
The Forgotten Story of Ralph Vaughan Williams
9 July 2008
The remarkable story that connects the composer of `Lark Ascending`, Ralph Vaughan Williams, with a cobbler born on the wrong side of the tracks and a daughter of a great piano manufacturer is told in a new temporary exhibition Ralph Vaughan Williams...
EcoFair 2008 Sunday 20 July
8 July 2008
ECOTECTURE and Horsham District Council present an entertaining and dynamic day for all the family.
Stamping out Giant Hogweed
7 July 2008
A POTENTIALLY harmful invasive weed is being stamped out on land in the Horsham District thanks to efforts of local landowners and support from Horsham District Council.
Youth campaign to eat breakfast
7 July 2008
MEMBERS of Horsham Youth Council (HYPER) are carrying out a campaign to encourage more young people to eat breakfast.
Double, Double, Toil and Trouble
4 July 2008
A new exhibition at Horsham Museum, ‘Double double, toil and trouble,’ explores the intriguing world of folk-magic and witchcraft. Opening on 8th July it promises to be a treat for all who love mystery and intrigue.
Britain in Bloom judges off to a GOLDen start!
2 July 2008
The verdict of the mass visit of national judges to Horsham.
ParkFest is Back - Bigger and Better than Ever
2 July 2008
ParkFest returns to Horsham Park from 12noon this Sunday with a feast of live entertainment and family fun.
Horsham’s 3 Day FrenchFest Starts Friday
1 July 2008
HORSHAM’s famous FrenchFest, now in its third year, is all set to provide visitors with a fantastic variety of Gallic treats from this Friday 4 to Sunday 6 July.
Youth volunteers are back for more
1 July 2008
YOUNG people who gather in Horsham Park are now able to take the advice of trained volunteer youth workers.
Car Parking proposals for Billingshurst
1 July 2008
COMMENTS are being sought on proposals to improve car parking in the centre of the village of Billingshurst.