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Council launches successful small business grant funding scheme

Horsham District Council’s Economic Development team is launching its Local Enterprise and Apprenticeship Programme (LEAP) small business grants funding on 30 September 2020 for the fourth year running.

Published: 25 Sep 2020

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More accessible open space and enhanced wildlife habitats proposed for Rookwood

Horsham District Council proposes plans for more accessible open space and enhanced wildlife habitats for Rookwood site.

Published: 23 Sep 2020

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Council urges businesses to prevent workplace COVID transmissions

As detected infection rates increase in many parts of the UK, Horsham District Council is asking local businesses to ensure that they are taking appropriate steps to avoid the spread of COVID-19 in their workplaces.

Published: 21 Sep 2020

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Council reminds District’s hospitality businesses to support NHS Test & Trace

Horsham District Council is thanking local pubs, cafes and restaurants for their efforts in making their businesses COVID-secure and safe for residents of the district to visit, while reminding them that we must all continue to remain vigilant in supressing the spread of the virus.

Published: 17 Sep 2020

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Council plans ambitious actions to protect the environment

Recognising that Horsham District Council has a key role to play in tackling climate change in Horsham District, councillors at a Cabinet meeting on 24 September are to agree funding for the first part of  an ambitious, challenging and aspirational target for the Council’s direct emissions to be carbon neutral by 2030.

Published: 16 Sep 2020

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Council marks Battle of Britain anniversary in Horsham

Horsham District Council’s Chairman Cllr Karen Burgess led a simple wreath laying ceremony at the War Memorial in Horsham’s Carfax on the morning of the Battle of Britain 80th anniversary on Tuesday 15 September 2020.

Published: 15 Sep 2020

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Community Lottery draw celebrates first year

At a Horsham District Council Cabinet meeting on 24 September councillors will look to approve the continuation of the Horsham District Community Lottery after an extremely successful one year trial.

Published: 11 Sep 2020

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Exciting new play area for Horsham Park

Children can look forward to new improved facilities as plans are underway to renew part of Horsham Park Play Area, which are set to deliver an exciting upgrade to play equipment in October this year.

Published: 02 Sep 2020

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Horsham District Covid-19 Appeal raises vital funds for the local community

The Horsham District Covid-19 Appeal which was launched to help with funding for the Horsham District Community Volunteer Hubs and community group Horsham Matters during the coronavirus crisis, has successfully raised some £20,000.

Published: 26 Aug 2020

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Free afternoon parking for bank holiday weekend

Recognising that many people are now wanting to start getting out and about more to browse the shops and cafes and enjoy our District’s towns and villages, Horsham District Council is offering free parking in its town and village car parks from 2pm across the August Bank Holiday weekend.

Published: 25 Aug 2020

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Make sure you are entitled to vote – annual canvass 2020

Don’t lose your voice - residents in Horsham District are being urged to look out for their voter registration details from Horsham District Council.

Published: 21 Aug 2020

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Capitol Horsham announces great line up of live shows to put the sparkle into Christmas 2020

The Capitol is delighted to announce an excellent programme of Christmas entertainment for 2020.

Published: 21 Aug 2020

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