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Winter Warm Ups

Free Winter Warm Up events - calling all over 50s

The events will take place from10.30am to 3.30pm on Tuesday 21 October at The Bridge Leisure Centre, Broadbridge Heath and Thursday 23 October at Chanctonbury Leisure Centre, Storrington. There will be free entry and parking, and free transport options are also available

Published: 07 Oct 2025

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Council's judicial review challenge to Planning Inspectorate rejected

The High Court has refused permission for the challenge to proceed to a full hearing

Published: 07 Oct 2025

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Enter your business into our Christmas Magic Displays Competition

The competition will celebrate the creativity and charm of festive windows and internal displays which help to make our towns and villages magical places to visit over the festive period.

Published: 03 Oct 2025

Jobs Fair 2025

Local jobseekers turn out in force for Horsham Jobs and Skills Fair

Organised by Horsham District Council, the event brought together some 30 employers, training providers, colleges and voluntary organisations, all eager to connect with potential recruits and apprentices

Published: 30 Sep 2025

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Bramber Brooks Nature Reserve - key enhancements completed

The work has created a number of wetland ponds and shallow pools to provide varied wetland habitat for birds such as snipe and green sandpiper, as well as dragonflies and fish

Published: 30 Sep 2025

Active Wellbeing Community Consultation

Help shape leisure services in Horsham District

Residents, community groups and local businesses have a vital role to play in any plans to reshape the future of leisure services and the Council is welcoming their views in a new engagement survey

Published: 29 Sep 2025

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Business Case submitted for local government reorganisation

West Sussex councils have submitted a joint Business Case and individual preference letters to central government, proposing their preferred models for local government reorganisation in the county. The proposals respond to the Government’s ambition to develop alter-native options to the current two-tier council system

Published: 26 Sep 2025

Energy Saving Plan Builder

New online tool helps residents boost their home energy efficiency

The tool generates a personalised home improvement plan based on your property details, offering tailored recommendations with estimated costs and savings. From simple upgrades like LED lighting to more advanced retrofitting options, the tool helps users explore ways to cut energy bills, stay warmer, and reduce their carbon footprint

Published: 23 Sep 2025

Council marks Battle of Britain anniversary in Horsham

Council marks Battle of Britain anniversary in Horsham

Horsham District Council’s Chairman Cllr Tony Bevis led a simple wreath laying ceremony with members of the Horsham Branch of the Royal British Legion and the Royal Observer Corps Association 2 Group Horsham

Published: 15 Sep 2025

Business case completed in response to government invitation to restructure local government

West Sussex councils have reached a significant milestone in the journey towards reshaping local government.

Published: 12 Sep 2025

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Neighbourhood Plan referendums held in Horsham District

Residents voted in favour of the Neighbourhood Plans being used to help decide planning applications.

Published: 11 Sep 2025

Emergency Services Day

Council marks national Emergency Services Day in Horsham

Emergency Services Day (#999Day) falls on 9 September 9th, 2025 annually, with the primary goal of thanking and showing support for the UK's emergency services and NHS staff

Published: 09 Sep 2025

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