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Council adopts new four-year housing and homelessness strategy

The new strategy, called Homes for Tomorrow, sets out the aims and objectives of how the Council will prevent and relieve homelessness and deliver more affordable homes for residents of Horsham District over the next four years

Published: 22 Jan 2026

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February half term fun in Horsham

Most activities are free or very low cost but do check out if you need to book

Published: 21 Jan 2026

Council leaders reaffirm strong partnership as government considers reorganisation proposals

As council leaders across West Sussex, we reaffirm the strength of our joint working as we move towards the next stage of local government reorganisation

Published: 20 Jan 2026

HDC Cabinet Member for Environmental Health, Recycling and Waste Cllr Jay Mercer with new food waste collection truck and bins

Council to start rollout of weekly food waste collections for Horsham District residents

From 19 January all Horsham District households will receive letters explaining how the new service will be delivered

Published: 19 Jan 2026

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Council announces community grant fund recipients in Billingshurst

Horsham District Council is delighted to announce the successful recipients of community grant funding as part of its Better Billingshurst Community Fund and Investment Programme.

Published: 15 Jan 2026

Council visit to Mannings Heath Golf Club and Leonarsdlee Wine Estate

Council visit to Mannings Heath Golf Club and Leonardslee Wine Estate

Located in the village of Mannings Heath, near Horsham, the estate is a diverse destination combining championship golf, English sparkling wine production, and high-quality hospitality and visitor experiences. Their vision is to harmoniously blend the traditions of golf and winemaking with innovative, sustainable practices

Published: 13 Jan 2026

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Council set to recommend balanced budget with lowest Council Tax in Sussex

The proposed budget not only improves financial stability but also prioritises support for the most vulnerable residents, whilst investing in key capital projects

Published: 12 Jan 2026

Results are in for Council's leisure and wellbeing services survey - check them out!

Horsham District Council has completed a major public engagement initiative to inform the future of Horsham District’s leisure and wellbeing facilities.

Published: 09 Jan 2026

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Curtain’s down but the show will go on for The Capitol in Horsham

After the final performance of this year’s record-breaking pantomime Robin Hood, The Capitol closed to commence a major refurbishment programme. The refurbishment will mark the start of a new chapter for one of the District’s most loved cultural venues

Published: 07 Jan 2026

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Letter from Leader of Horsham District Council

In response to the Government's suggestion on December 18 that local councils may not have the capacity to hold local elections in May 2026, as well as delivering vital reforms as part of the Local Government Reorganisation programme, Leader of Horsham District Council Councillor Martin Boffey has formally written to Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness Alison McGovern.

Published: 05 Jan 2026

Inclusive panto performance of Robin Hood in Horsham

Inclusive panto performance of Robin Hood in Horsham

This year’s pantomime at The Capitol in Horsham is Robin Hood

Published: 22 Dec 2025

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