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Garden to jar winning the southeast final

Young Horsham trader now a contender in national competition

Sarah Griffin from Horsham-based business Garden to Jar was awarded overall winner in the Grocery category.

Published: 31 Jul 2025

Horsham's Blue Stars Harriers celebrated at Horsham Museum

The story of a much-loved Horsham athletics club will be told through the latest new exhibition at Horsham Museum.

Published: 30 Jul 2025

Have your say on the future of local councils in West Sussex

There’s still time to shape the future of local government in West Sussex. Residents, businesses, and community groups are being encouraged to take part in a county-wide survey before it closes on Wednesday 13 August. More than 4,500 people have already shared their views and there’s still time to participate.

Published: 30 Jul 2025

Cllr Skipp with members of the Horsham District Council Parks and Countryside team, Trudie Mitchell, Chair of Denne Neighbourhood Council, and the Friends of Horsham Park.

Horsham Park celebrates Green Flag Award

Horsham Park is officially recognised as one of the country’s best parks for the sixth year in a row.

Published: 25 Jul 2025

At the Homes for Tomorrow summit event Chief Executive of Sussex Weald Housing Association Corinna Bishopp, Leader of Horsham District Council Cllr Martin Boffey, Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities Cllr Sam Raby and Chief Executive of Horsham District Council Jane Eaton

Local partners unite to address housing challenges in Horsham District

Horsham District Council hosted Homes for Tomorrow, a summit-style event with a focus on tackling local housing challenges and working together to find solutions.

Published: 25 Jul 2025

Town Council consultation map

Horsham Town Council consultation results are in

Horsham District Council recently invited local residents, businesses and community groups to share their views on whether Horsham Town Centre should have a town council.

Published: 22 Jul 2025

Green cycling traffic light

Council supports local communities on active travel initiatives

In response to public questions considered at Full Council on Wednesday 16 July, Horsham District Council is pleased to confirm that it will support communities who are looking to introduce 20mph speed limits. The Council will also work with Parish Councils who wish to develop Local Walking and Cycling Plans.

Published: 17 Jul 2025

Shaping West Sussex

Have your say on the future of local government in West Sussex: councils launch public survey

The survey asks respondents about where they live or work, the council services they use, as well as their thoughts about how their council could be structured in the future

Published: 17 Jul 2025

Cllr Jonathan Taylor, Horsham District Council’s Cabinet Member for Enterprise and Property with Jos Wintermeyer at the Drill Hall

Drill Hall’s future secured through successful sale to Lifespring Church

Lifespring Church plan to fully refurbish the hall over a phased development, modernising facilities and creating a sustainable community hub.

Published: 16 Jul 2025

Sussex Six

Sussex Six Market set to feature local Super Chefs

The Sussex Six Market on Sunday 7 September will bring local produce, street food, live music and fun for all the family to Horsham’s Carfax

Published: 15 Jul 2025

Green LEAP

Access new funding to boost sustainability for your business

Applications will open on Friday 11 July 2025 at 10am and close on Monday, 21 July 2025 at midday

Published: 09 Jul 2025

Horsham District Council

Successful planning appeal for Thakeham

Bellway Homes had applied to build 247 new homes at the Thakeham Mushrooms site in Thakeham and this was originally refused planning permission by the Council in July 2024

Published: 08 Jul 2025

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