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Council takes swift action to illegal burning of waste at Cowfold

Horsham District Council has taken swift and decisive action after receiving complaints of waste being burnt on land near to Cowfold.

Published: 30 Jan 2026

Carbon Literacy Training

Council announces new carbon literacy workshop for local businesses

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) who employ less than 250 staff in Horsham District, are invited to take part in a new, thought provoking one-day carbon literacy training workshop as part of the Council’s ongoing Business Training Programme.

Published: 29 Jan 2026

Wreath laying and candlelight ceremony in Horsham's Carfax

Horsham marks Holocaust Memorial Day

Horsham District Council, in partnership with the Horsham Branch of the Royal British Legion, marked the day by lowering flags to half-mast and holding a wreath laying ceremony and candlelight vigil in the evening at Horsham’s War Memorial in the Carfax

Published: 28 Jan 2026

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Council issues public health warning

Horsham District Council has been made aware of confectionary products on sale nationwide containing mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons, which is a prohibited ingredient in the UK as it can increase the risk of cancer if consumed in high quantities over a prolonged period.

Published: 26 Jan 2026

Housing and Homelessness strategy

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

ANIMAZING

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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