Just a short update as to what is happening about the beach appeal, the council have not heard anything yet as to whether the there will be another appeal. So it's just a case of wait and see. As they say "no news is good news". Also the large pipe that was across the beach has been taken away following repairs.
The Vietnamese Ambassador, His Excellency Mr Vu Quang Minh, visited Newhaven on Sunday 19th May to celebrate the 123rd birthday of Ho Chi Minh, and the great leaders links with the town. As a young man, Ho Chi Minh worked for a while as a pastry chef on the Newhaven-Dieppe ferry.
The Vietnamese Ambassador, His Excellency Mr Vu Quang Minh, visited Newhaven on Sunday 19th May to celebrate the 123rd birthday of Ho Chi Minh, and the great leaders links with the town. As a young man, Ho Chi Minh worked for a while as a pastry chef on the Newhaven-Dieppe ferry.
The Vietnamese Ambassador, His Excellency Mr Vu Quang Minh, visited Newhaven on Sunday 19th May to celebrate the 123rd birthday of Ho Chi Minh, and the great leaders links with the town. As a young man, Ho Chi Minh worked for a while as a pastry chef on the Newhaven-Dieppe ferry.
The Vietnamese Ambassador, His Excellency Mr Vu Quang Minh, visited Newhaven on Sunday 19th May to celebrate the 123rd birthday of Ho Chi Minh, and the great leaders links with the town. As a young man, Ho Chi Minh worked for a while as a pastry chef on the Newhaven-Dieppe ferry.
As a result of the recent project by Newhaven Town Council to put new lamp post banners on West Quay, one of which says Did you know that Ho Chi Minh once worked as a pastry chef on the Newhaven-Dieppe ferry?, the Vietnamese Ambassador is coming to Newhaven to celebrate the great leaders birthday.
As a result of the recent project by Newhaven Town Council to put new lamp post banners on West Quay, one of which says Did you know that Ho Chi Minh once worked as a pastry chef on the Newhaven-Dieppe ferry?, the Vietnamese Ambassador is coming to Newhaven to celebrate the great leaders birthday.
As a result of the recent project by Newhaven Town Council to put new lamp post banners on West Quay, one of which says Did you know that Ho Chi Minh once worked as a pastry chef on the Newhaven-Dieppe ferry?, the Vietnamese Ambassador is coming to Newhaven to celebrate the great leaders birthday.
There have been a few changes and updates to our diary so here are some of the up and coming events: 17th & 18th May 2013 Fox Rescue Day.East Sussex WRAS is holding a Fox Rescue Day on Saturday 18th May. At 10am, 12noon, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm WRAS will be running presentations showing the charities work helping sick, injured and orphaned foxes and at the end of the presentation visitors will get to see one of WRAS's Fox Cubs. Booking is required and entry is for a minimum donation of 5 per person. Numbers are limited per session. The event is being held at WRAS's Casualty Care Centre on the A22 at Whitesmith near Hailsham, Uckfield and Lewes. To book please call 01825-873003 between 10am and 6pm. If there is enough interest WRAS is prepared to run three session on Friday 17th May at 12noon, 2pm and 4pm. Refreshments will be available too.
The Imposter tells the gripping true story of a boy who went missing in 1994 and was miraculously found three and a half years later thousands of miles away in southern Spain.
Top Elvis tribute act (ETA), Rob Willis, is fundraising in his hometown next week for Help Our Wounded (HOW), a charity supporting Royal Marines - after being inspired by his family's ties to the Armed Forces.
Newhaven Town Council is to discuss the new plans for the Harbour Primary School and Nursery site in Church Hill, Newhaven at a meeting of its Planning Applications Committee next Tuesday, 14th May at Meeching Hall, Fort Road, Newhaven at 7.30pm.
Top Elvis tribute performer Rob 'The Hillbilly Cat' Willis from Seaford reached the semi-finals of last weekends Official Ultimate Elvis Contest in Bridlington against stiff competition. The top spot went to the current European Champion, 'Gordon Elvis'.
Weve got some really exciting walking challenges coming up. Join Team Walk and you will be joining a team of fantastic fundraisers who walk and trek across the UK.
Weve got some really exciting walking challenges coming up. Join Team Walk and you will be joining a team of fantastic fundraisers who walk and trek across the UK.
Weve got some really exciting walking challenges coming up. Join Team Walk and you will be joining a team of fantastic fundraisers who walk and trek across the UK.
Weve got some really exciting walking challenges coming up. Join Team Walk and you will be joining a team of fantastic fundraisers who walk and trek across the UK.
The Seaford Musical Theatre group have been awarded funds from the Co-operative Membership Community Fund to replace and install new equipment at the Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford which is home to the Seaford Community Cinema, award winning SMT Juniors and hosts many musical and theatrical events for other community groups.
Other happenings we will have some new banners going up on West Quay (where there are currently some celebrating 2012) on or around 14th May. There will be 10 banners, each featuring a different Newhaven Uncovered soundbite ie a quirky, interesting historical fact about the town that not everyone would know. Ive attached the full list in case you are interested.
Newhaven Town Council has recently agreed funding for summer holiday youth activities in the town for 2013, co-ordinated by Wave Leisure on behalf of a number of providers of youth activities.
Unfortunately NPP has formally applied for permission to appeal to the Supreme Court. They wont necessarily get permission it isnt a foregone conclusion. It depends on whether the Supreme Court thinks there is any merit in further discussion about any of the very complicated legal points raised which have all been pretty thoroughly discussed during the two previous court cases. Our legal team is busy writing a response for the Supreme Court saying why we dont think permission should be given. This has to be submitted by next Tuesday (7th May). Were not sure at the moment how long after that the Supreme Court are likely to take to decide whether they want to hear the case. If they decide they do want to hear it, we understand it could take up to 2 years to get to court
Are you a cyclist looking for someone to ride with, join Cycle Seahaven for one of their many weekly rides during the summer. Joining Cycle Seahaven costs only 5 per year (membership runs from 1st April)
The Seaford Town Meeting was held on Tuesday evening at Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road where the electors of Seaford where invited to attend and have the opportunity to question the Town Council on any activities undertaken during the previous year.
The Seaford Town Meeting was held on Tuesday evening at Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road where the electors of Seaford where invited to attend and have the opportunity to question the Town Council on any activities undertaken during the previous year.
The award winning Seaford Musical Theatre Juniors company received rave reviews from the audiences of last week's show 'Aladdin', written and directed by Paula Woolven, and performed at the Barn Theatre, Seaford.
Art comes to Seaford in seven vibrant styles on 4 May 2013, when seven of the most talented artists in the area display their work in the towns Arts@theCrypt. Known as the Seaford Seven, their work ranges from local scenes to foreign vistas and abstract to animals: a heady cocktail of colourful, contemplative, thought-provoking images. This is art from the soul, bursting and blossoming from the rich perspectives of seven different lives that together enfold more than 400 years
Art comes to Seaford in seven vibrant styles on 4 May 2013, when seven of the most talented artists in the area display their work in the towns Arts@theCrypt. Known as the Seaford Seven, their work ranges from local scenes to foreign vistas and abstract to animals: a heady cocktail of colourful, contemplative, thought-provoking images. This is art from the soul, bursting and blossoming from the rich perspectives of seven different lives that together enfold more than 400 years
Art comes to Seaford in seven vibrant styles on 4 May 2013, when seven of the most talented artists in the area display their work in the towns Arts@theCrypt. Known as the Seaford Seven, their work ranges from local scenes to foreign vistas and abstract to animals: a heady cocktail of colourful, contemplative, thought-provoking images. This is art from the soul, bursting and blossoming from the rich perspectives of seven different lives that together enfold more than 400 years
Art comes to Seaford in seven vibrant styles on 4 May 2013, when seven of the most talented artists in the area display their work in the towns Arts@theCrypt. Known as the Seaford Seven, their work ranges from local scenes to foreign vistas and abstract to animals: a heady cocktail of colourful, contemplative, thought-provoking images. This is art from the soul, bursting and blossoming from the rich perspectives of seven different lives that together enfold more than 400 years
This years 2nd award prize for a short film, organised by the South Downs National Park Authority, the theme 'My South Downs', judges included Hugh Bonneville star of Downton Abbey.
Seaford Half Marathon : Sunday June 9th 2013Organised with the help of Seaford Striders On line entries accepted now. Don't forget to bring your confirmation email to register and collect tagged race number Registration opens 8am - Race start time 9am.The NP&S Lions half marathon is on again this year, one of the most challenging half marathons in the South.The route around Seaford will take in some of the spectacular views over the Weald from the South Downs as well as the beautiful Downland Village of Alfriston and the Cuckmere Valley.
Seaford Half Marathon : Sunday June 9th 2013Organised with the help of Seaford Striders On line entries accepted now. Don't forget to bring your confirmation email to register and collect tagged race number Registration opens 8am - Race start time 9am.The NP&S Lions half marathon is on again this year, one of the most challenging half marathons in the South.The route around Seaford will take in some of the spectacular views over the Weald from the South Downs as well as the beautiful Downland Village of Alfriston and the Cuckmere Valley.
Seaford Half Marathon : Sunday June 9th 2013Organised with the help of Seaford Striders On line entries accepted now. Don't forget to bring your confirmation email to register and collect tagged race number Registration opens 8am - Race start time 9am.The NP&S Lions half marathon is on again this year, one of the most challenging half marathons in the South.The route around Seaford will take in some of the spectacular views over the Weald from the South Downs as well as the beautiful Downland Village of Alfriston and the Cuckmere Valley.
Seaford Half Marathon : Sunday June 9th 2013Organised with the help of Seaford Striders On line entries accepted now. Don't forget to bring your confirmation email to register and collect tagged race number Registration opens 8am - Race start time 9am.The NP&S Lions half marathon is on again this year, one of the most challenging half marathons in the South.The route around Seaford will take in some of the spectacular views over the Weald from the South Downs as well as the beautiful Downland Village of Alfriston and the Cuckmere Valley.
The Friends of Tide Mills have just completed their April meeting.15 of us (including four very welcome new members), and in glorious sunshine, managed to collect 17 bags of assorted rubbish. It is lovely to see some of the vegetated shingle plants starting to emerge at last, in a few weeks the whole area behind the beach will be a sea of colour once more, always worth seeing and appreciating. Also spotted was a pair of Ringed Plovers, obviously intending to breed if possible. We have a couple of breeding warning signs in place still and if visitors could avoid the area between the signs this would be much appreciated.
Karen Breese and WRAS's Trevor Weeks MBE showing off the award they received recently. East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service won an award for The Local Charity of the Year Honour. This award isnt just for us, its for our volunteers and of course you too our wonderful supporters whom without your contributions we would not be where we are today!
At East Sussex WRAS we are getting busier and busier so we are really please that two great fundraising events are taking place at the moment: Event 1: 4Challenges4Wildlife. Karen Breese has set herself four challenges for wildlife.
Kent and Sussex Air Ambulance are holding their annual Double 100 Cycle Challenge on Sunday 23rd June 2013 The ride will start and finish at Redhill Aerodrome in Surrey and the route will take in the counties of Kent,Surrey &Sussex. Riders will have the choice on the day which of the two distances they would prefer to do 100 miles or 100kms.
We have some exciting news, as you may or may not have seen on the television last night the wonderful Paul OGrady hosted The British Animal Honours 2013.
PeacehaveN Town Council are looking for a musician to play the Last Post & Reveille for Peacehaven Town Council on Monday, 11 November, 2013 by the War Memorial in the Meridian Park, Peacehaven for Remembrance Day. If you are able to offer your services then please contact Georgina Bancroft at Peacehaven Town Council on 01273 585493. Many thanks.
Time to get outside and train!Adult Training (incl U16s) evenings will be Wednesday and Friday - 6.30pm till 8.00pmFirst session will be on Wednesday 10th April & Fri 12th April. Further details contact Paddy Smith on smithjps@hotmail.com or 07791 998083. Junior Training evening will be Tuesday - U10s 6.00pm till 7.00pm. U11/12/13s 6.00pm till 7.15pm. U14/15s 7.15pm till 8.30pm.First session will be on Tuesday 16th April. Further details contact Matt Broad on matt.broad@hotmail.com or 07984 754283.
Can you help out with match teas or scoring?The Club are desperate for some volunteers to help out with preparing teas for Saturday adult league matches. If you can help in some way please contact Jenny Cummins 07807 486827, Sue Sapwell 07902 933988 or Katy Smith 07989 525045.Our Saturday teams are in need of scorers for their home anld away eague matches. If you are interested and can help out in some way please contact Paddy Smith on smithjps@hotmail.com or 07791 998083.
The resident quizmaster for Seaford Twinning Association is chairing his last regular quiz after a successful run of many years. Social Secretary Garry Bignell has moved away from Seaford and this Saturday, 27th. April, may be the last time his popular quiz-style will be seen in the town.
Rescuers rushed to the aid of two baby badgers after they were attacked by a dog on Sunday 14 April. East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service (WRAS) attended on site and found the two badgers at the field edge.
Seaford Musical Theatre Juniors are putting the finishing touches to their upcoming production 'Aladdin', written and directed by Paula Woolven, to be performed April 25-28 at the Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford.The volunteer-run group has young members from all local primary and secondary schools and offers performance based learning opportunities for young people aged 8-18.Tickets are available online at http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/event/32184
Seaford Musical Theatre Juniors are putting the finishing touches to their upcoming production 'Aladdin', written and directed by Paula Woolven, to be performed April 25-28 at the Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford.The volunteer-run group has young members from all local primary and secondary schools and offers performance based learning opportunities for young people aged 8-18.Tickets are available online at http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/event/32184
Seaford Musical Theatre Juniors are putting the finishing touches to their upcoming production 'Aladdin', written and directed by Paula Woolven, to be performed April 25-28 at the Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford.The volunteer-run group has young members from all local primary and secondary schools and offers performance based learning opportunities for young people aged 8-18.Tickets are available online at http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/event/32184
We are all getting very excited here at WRAS as we have been nominated for a national animal welfare award! The British Animal Honours 2013 is a brand new ITV event celebrating the achievements of the countrys most extraordinary animals and the people who work with them. Amazingly we have been nominated for the Local Animal Charity of the Year Award.
Easter Day started sunny but unfortunately deteriorated during the day, this did not stop some hardy souls exploring the promenade. Attached are some photos at the Buckle Beach end highlighting the new slope/angle of shingle on the front to try and stop the steep shelf at the waters edge. This looks a much improved and natural slope. Let's hope it is effective and hopefully when the sun does return we can all use it safely.
The past few weeks theEnvironment Agency contractors have been re-shapping Seaford Beach from Tidemills to Splash Point. trucks have beeen moving shingle from each end and re-building from the middle at Bonningstedt Parade. Keith Blackburn from Seaford Community Parrtnership took a walk along the front recently and thought it was a great improvement.
The Seaford Twinning Association has an open meeting where the speaker will be the Town Crier of Seaford Peter White. His topic: 'Town Criers and Bellmen past and present'. It takes place at 37 Church Street Seaford (Tourist Information entrance) on Saturday 6th April. Doors open 7.15 p.m. for a 7.30 start. Admission is 1 and there is a raffle. It is followed by an optional fish-and chip supper, but diners must book that asap with Garry on 01424 201610. They may bring their own drinks.
On Sunday the 17th February, 11 members of the Friends of Tide Mills held their first meeting of 2013 (our January meeting was not held due to snow). As usual we managed to clear an amazing amount of litter, 22 sacks in all, which given we havn't collected for two months was possibly not too bad, but 22 sacks too many in the ideal world.
Meet Rafael, Raul and Rosa. These are our first fox cubs of 2013. These three two boys and a girl - came into care yesterday after being found wandering very cold and fairly lethargic on a lawn in Seaford. We are not sure what has happened to their mum, but it does appear they have been abandoned or orphaned rather than their mum moving them from one location to another. Rescuer Robert and I collected them from Beachwood Vets in Seaford where they were assessed and then taken to WRAS carer Monica Russell who is now looking after them at her home in Eastbourne.
Newhaven Town Council has a small amount of funding available to help residents of the town fund street parties or other community events to celebrate this summers 60th Anniversary of the Coronation which falls on Sunday 2nd June.
The Active Travel (Wales) Bill was laid in the National Assembly for Wales on the 18 February 2013. Its great to see such huge focus on walking and cycling,and surely this helps provide focus for our local campaigns to get cycling recognised and funded as a viable option for shorter journeys? Cycle Seahaven (and our other campaign partners) will be using this Bill as a template of what can be done at national level to promote cycling for everyone.
OVCN are forging ahead with their vision for a cycle network between Lewes and Newhaven,connecting up the towns and villages of theLower Ouse with the South Downs Way. The section between Kingston and Lewes has been given the go-ahead,and now OVCN are requesting planning permission from SDNPA (South Downs National Park Authority) to put a bridleway between Rodmell and Southease which of course would be open to cyclists. This is only a small one mile section,but it helps the overall scheme to provide cycle access along the entire route.
OVCN are forging ahead with their vision for a cycle network between Lewes and Newhaven,connecting up the towns and villages of theLower Ouse with the South Downs Way. The section between Kingston and Lewes has been given the go-ahead,and now OVCN are requesting planning permission from SDNPA (South Downs National Park Authority) to put a bridleway between Rodmell and Southease which of course would be open to cyclists. This is only a small one mile section,but it helps the overall scheme to provide cycle access along the entire route.
The Court of Appeal has upheld the rights of local people to access Newhavens sandy West Beach in its judgement handed down today. The three judges who sat at the Royal Courts of Justice in London for three days at the end of March have upheld the Appeal of East Sussex County Council and Newhaven Town Council against the decision made by the Judicial Review in November 2011. This means that the beach can be registered as a Village Green.
The Court of Appeal has upheld the rights of local people to access Newhavens sandy West Beach in its judgement handed down today. The three judges who sat at the Royal Courts of Justice in London for three days at the end of March have upheld the Appeal of East Sussex County Council and Newhaven Town Council against the decision made by the Judicial Review in November 2011. This means that the beach can be registered as a Village Green.
Following the meeting of Community Services Committee on 21st March, Seaford Tree Wardens hope to be able to work positively with Seaford Town Council to find a way forward for the continuation of street tree planting in the town. Please help by contacting your councillor to tell them you support street tree planting. Find your councillor here: http://www.seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk/councillors.php
Sunday 24th March 11am till 4pm Our local friendly bike shop Mr Cycles is holding another demo day. This time its the excellent mountain bike range from GIANT. No booking this time its first come,first served.
The legal battle to get Newhavens sandy West Beach re-opened to the public was taken to the Appeal Court this week. The Appeal was heard at the Royal Courts of Justice, The Strand, London WC2A 2LL over three days on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 26th-28th February. The Appeal was heard by three Judges Lord Justice Richards, Lord Justice McFarlane and Lord Justice Lewison
Seaford Town Council is about to make a decision which could mean no trees are planted in Seafords streets for the foreseeable future. The existing, mature trees will not be replaced when they eventually die and we will end up with no street trees left in the town.
By Andy Lock,on March 3rd,2013 Take care on the coast path between Newhaven fort and the Peacehaven highway. There has been a cliff fall and the path has disappeared.
By Andy Lock,on March 3rd,2013 Take care on the coast path between Newhaven fort and the Peacehaven highway. There has been a cliff fall and the path has disappeared.
Seaford Town Council are pleased to announce that they are inviting applications from voluntary or community groups providing a service or activity for the benefit of the residents of Seaford to apply for a small grant. In 2012 we helped 35 organisations. Applications forms may be obtained from the Council by contacting the Corporate Services Manager, Simon Cooper at 37 Church Street, Seaford, BN25 1HG or by e mail simon.cooper@seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk. The telephone number is 01323 894870. Please indicate if you wish to apply for a grant in excess of 500. Closing date is 8 April 2013. The Council has 13,500 to allocate.
Seaford Town Council are pleased to announce that they are inviting applications from voluntary or community groups providing a service or activity for the benefit of the residents of Seaford to apply for a small grant. In 2012 we helped 35 organisations. Applications forms may be obtained from the Council by contacting the Corporate Services Manager, Simon Cooper at 37 Church Street, Seaford, BN25 1HG or by e mail simon.cooper@seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk. The telephone number is 01323 894870. Please indicate if you wish to apply for a grant in excess of 500. Closing date is 8 April 2013. The Council has 13,500 to allocate.
Local entertainers are pulling together to support 'One Night At The Barn' from 7.30pm on Saturday 16th March.The variety show is raising funds for renovation, repair and equipment for the Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford.
Local entertainers are pulling together to support 'One Night At The Barn' from 7.30pm on Saturday 16th March.The variety show is raising funds for renovation, repair and equipment for the Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford.
Please be aware that there have been a number of Door to Door sellers operating in the area of Lewes District, together with reports of suspicious males asking for gardening work. Should anyone become aware of such callers appearing in their areas. Please report the same to the Police .
A very exciting new market is setting up in Seaford. The Crypt Gallery at 23 Church Street will be the venue for a new Retro Market Plus on April 12, 13, 14 from 11am to 5pm. There will be a stunning collection of goods with high quality luxury items for less. Top quality vintage clothes, collectables, refurbished children's toys and desirable household goods. Rock'n'roll vinyl records will all be available.
A very exciting new market is setting up in Seaford. The Crypt Gallery at 23 Church Street will be the venue for a new Retro Market Plus on April 12, 13, 14 from 11am to 5pm. There will be a stunning collection of goods with high quality luxury items for less. Top quality vintage clothes, collectables, refurbished children's toys and desirable household goods. Rock'n'roll vinyl records will all be available.
The legal battle to get Newhavens sandy West Beach re-opened to the public continues this week. The Appeal against the decision made by the judge at the Judicial Review held in November 2011 not to allow the West Beach to be registered as a Village Green will be heard from 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 26th February at the Royal Courts of Justice, The Strand, London WC2A 2LL. It is expected that the case will take about 4 days.
The legal battle to get Newhavens sandy West Beach re-opened to the public continues this week. The Appeal against the decision made by the judge at the Judicial Review held in November 2011 not to allow the West Beach to be registered as a Village Green will be heard from 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 26th February at the Royal Courts of Justice, The Strand, London WC2A 2LL. It is expected that the case will take about 4 days.
Less than 30 tickets remain for The Sam Jones Show on Saturday 9th March at the Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford from 7.30pm.Featuring the South Coast's favourite comedy magician, the show promises puppets, comedy, magic and music - fun for all the family.To buy tickets visit http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/event/31952 or ring the ticketline on 07710 426321.
A public consultation has been launched into the proposal to create a Biosphere in the South Downs between the River Adur and the River Ouse, including the urban areas of Brighton & Hove, Lewes, Newhaven, Peacehaven and Telscombe as well as extending out to sea.
Members of the award winning Junior section of the Seaford Musical Theatre, based at the Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, are starting rehearsals for their new fun-packed show 'Aladdin', written by Director, Paula Woolven.
We have already heard some people calling for a cull of foxes, as a knee jerk reaction to the alleged attack. It is important to keep things in perspective. Nobody has ever been killed by a fox, as opposed to the many injuries to and several deaths of adults, children and babies each year from pet dogs. We dont hear people calling for a cull of pets when these incidents happen.
Seaford Musical Theatre would like to welcome new members as they start rehearsals for their June production of 'The Wiz' - an adaptation of the Wizard of Oz - made famous by the 1978 film version starring Diana Ross and Michael Jackson.
Members and friends of Seaford Cricket Club will be very sad to hear of the death of Bob Senneck. Bob captained the 1st X1 for many years and was a very prolific scorer with his powerful left handed stance and often chipped in with wickets at crucial times with his left arm spin.He contributed greatly to the club on Committee, as a player and latterly as a Vice President. His contemporaries will have special memories of his fund of anecdotes and reminiscences and engaging personality. At the end of his long cricket career, he took up golf at Seaford Golf Club and became a most proficient and popular player.His funeral will be at St Leonards church at 2.30pm Thursday 14th February.
It's now possible to support a local musical theatre charity group with the push of a few buttons! JustTextGiving, sponsored by the Vodaphone Foundation, has given Seaford Musical Theatre the opportunity to reach 50 million mobile phone users in the UK.
The Ouse Valley Cycle Network project group have released their Egrets Way video into the public domain. This 14 minute-long video explains the history,vision and proposals for a local cycle network to join up Seahaven and Lewes via the villages of the lower ouse valley. You can see the video on the OVCN webiste here:http://ovcnet.ning.com/video/egrets-way-cycle-route
Our annual AGM minutes are now available for you to download from this link:Cycle Seahaven AGM 17 01 13 MINUTES Theres plenty of information on how we are doing as a club,including . . .
Come to the Martello Fields on Saturday 29th June 2013 and show your support for our Armed Forces, both past and present in celebration of Armed Forces Day.Armed Forces Day is an annual, national campaign that gives everybody the opportunity to show their support for all those servicemen and women of the Armed Forces, past and present, including current serving troops, service families, reservists, veterans and cadets.The Martello Fields will be open from 11am to 4pm hosting community stalls, a fun fair, arena displays and military exhibitions. The parade of veterans will take place from 12.30 pm. If you would like to take part by having a community stall at the event, or if you have any queries regarding the event, please contact Gemma Hamilton, Seaford Town Council. 01323 894870 or email gemma.hamilton@seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk for more information.
Come to the Martello Fields on Saturday 29th June 2013 and show your support for our Armed Forces, both past and present in celebration of Armed Forces Day. Armed Forces Day is an annual, national campaign that gives everybody the opportunity to show their support for all those servicemen and women of the Armed Forces, past and present, including current serving troops, service families, reservists, veterans and cadets. The Martello Fields will be open from 11am to 4pm hosting community stalls, a fun fair, arena displays and military exhibitions. The parade of veterans will take place from 12.30 pm.
Despite regular meetings between Seaford Town Council, the Seaford Seafront Theme Group and Environment Agency local management over the last couple of years it is sadly the case that we are still no further forward in gaining back our safe, true amenity beach we had up to the mid 1980s. Even requests for a short section of safe beach continue to be ignored.
By Andy Lock,on February 1st,2013 Lewes rail station is to get a new 250,000 cycle hub as part of the 62m cycling fund announced by Norman Baker. This infux of new money is great news for local cyclists. Whilst falling short of actually giving us somewhere to ride,its great to see the profile of cycling get a boost from mainstream funding.
By Andy Lock,on February 1st,2013 Lewes rail station is to get a new 250,000 cycle hub as part of the 62m cycling fund announced by Norman Baker. This infux of new money is great news for local cyclists. Whilst falling short of actually giving us somewhere to ride,its great to see the profile of cycling get a boost from mainstream funding.
By Andy Lock,on February 1st,2013At our AGM in Jan 2013 the membership and committee voted to officially support the Ouse Valley Cycle Network project for their planned routes names The Egrets Way. We aim to run club events throughout 2013 to raised funds for this exciting cycle project,which will link Newhaven and Lewes via the 7 villages of the Lower Ouse valley. More details of OVCN can be found on their website. We urge you to join online (its free and without comitment) to show your support.
The first section of the Egrets Way from Kingston to Lewes now has full funding,with the final 50,000 agreed this week by the ESCC Economy Transport &Environment Committee. We look forward to seeing work begin this spring! OVCN are thrilled that work on the first section of the Egrets Way will start very soon,and as a community led organisation would like to thank everyone involved,especially all our members throughout the valley.
This badger along with a second were originally spotted by the owners on Thursday, they placed a ladder and planks into the pool so the badger could attempt to climb out. Overnight one of the badgers managed to escape but one stayed behind, so WRAS was called to help the stranded badger.
'The Sam Jones Show' is returning to the Barn Theatre in Seaford on Saturday 9th March 2013 with a fun packed performance of mayhem and madness with magic, puppets, comedy and music. Fun for all the family with the South Coast's favourite comedy magician. Tickets available online at; http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/event/31952 or through the booking line on 07710 426321.
'The Sam Jones Show' is returning to the Barn Theatre in Seaford on Saturday 9th March 2013 with a fun packed performance of mayhem and madness with magic, puppets, comedy and music. Fun for all the family with the South Coast's favourite comedy magician. Tickets available online at; http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/event/31952 or through the booking line on 07710 426321.
Southdown deliver the East sussex generic floating support service 'Home Works' across all of East Sussex. The goals of the servcice are to help people achieve the Communities and Local Government department's desired outcomes which are:
Tinnitus Awareness Week 2013 will run from 4-10 February and the theme is 'The Importance of Tinnitus Support Groups'.Tinnitus support groups offer a vital lifeline for people around the country, offering a chance to share experiences, find out how others cope and discuss the latest information on treatments. The BTA hope to enable hundreds more people to access peer-to-peer support through groups across the UK.
Tinnitus Awareness Week 2013 will run from 4-10 February and the theme is 'The Importance of Tinnitus Support Groups'.Tinnitus support groups offer a vital lifeline for people around the country, offering a chance to share experiences, find out how others cope and discuss the latest information on treatments. The BTA hope to enable hundreds more people to access peer-to-peer support through groups across the UK.
Tinnitus Awareness Week 2013 will run from 4-10 February and the theme is 'The Importance of Tinnitus Support Groups'. Tinnitus support groups offer a vital lifeline for people around the country, offering a chance to share experiences, find out how others cope and discuss the latest information on treatments. The BTA hope to enable hundreds more people to access peer-to-peer support through groups across the UK.
Tinnitus Awareness Week 2013 will run from 4-10 February and the theme is 'The Importance of Tinnitus Support Groups'. Tinnitus support groups offer a vital lifeline for people around the country, offering a chance to share experiences, find out how others cope and discuss the latest information on treatments. The BTA hope to enable hundreds more people to access peer-to-peer support through groups across the UK.
Sorry for the short notice weve just got wind of a consultation from ESCC regarding the A259 between Newhaven and Peacehaven. Attached at the end of this post a questionaire regarding cycle access along this stretch of road. Every single letter counts ,so please take the time to send an email response details are in the attachement. Responses needed by 25th Jan.
We are looking for extraordinary Producers to show case their wares at our Fiveways Farmers Market Launch, Stanford Ave Church, Stanford Avenue, Brighton, East Sussex. On the 16th February 2013, and each Saturday thereafter.
Cycle Seahaven has posted a new item, 'A259 Cycle Consultation - Newhaven toPeacehaven' Sorry for the short notice - we've just got wind of a consultation from ESCCregarding the A259 between Newhaven and Peacehaven.
By Andy Lock,on January 16th,2013 Great news! This popular ride is on again,so make up a team to raise money to fight cystic fibrosis. A 20 mile off-road ride from Ditchling Beacon to Seaford Downs Leisure Centre. Teams of five to seven riders,20 per person (paid by Feb 23rd). Includes goody bag and refreshments at the end. Download an entry form from the club website using THIS LINK The write-up and results from last years ride are also on the club website on THIS LINK
Whilst the driving theory test has some optional cycling awareness questions,not everyone is tested with these and the practical driving test does not have any particular focus on cyclists. If drivers are not trained to be aware of cyclists and how to drive around them they will retain the lack of awareness after they pass their test. British Cycling supports the motoring organisations which are calling for harder tests and the inclusion of cycle awareness in the test. British Cyclings manifesto says:changes to the driving test to make cycle awareness a core part of driver training and testing with emphasis on how much space to give cyclists and how to safely overtake cyclists. We need to make this happen and stop people being needlessly killed on the roads.If you agree then please sign the online petition here
A new e-petition calling for the speed limit on the C7 to be reduced to 40mph has been launched by Rodmell Parish Council with the support of the other villages along the road and of Newhaven Town Council. To sign the petition please click here. Alternatively, you can call into the Town Council offices in Fort Road to sign a paper copy of the petition.
Newhaven Town Council has launched a second round of grants available under its annual small grants scheme. Local voluntary organisations are invited to apply for funding for any project or scheme which will benefit Newhaven people. Typically sums awarded under the scheme range from about 50 to about 200. Application forms and further details about the scheme can be found on the Town Councils website www.newhaventowncouncil.gov.uk or by emailing the Town Council at admin@newhaventowncouncil.gov.uk or by telephoning 01273 516100. The deadline for applications is Friday 22nd February 2013.
On Thursday 10th Jan 2013 the Mayor of Seaford, Linda Wallraven presented the trophy donated by Cllr Sam Adeniji for the Seaford' Favourite Independent Retailer of the Year 2012 to David & Helen Pollard of Seaford Health Store.
On Thursday 10th Jan 2013 the Mayor of Seaford, Linda Wallraven presented the trophy donated by Cllr Sam Adeniji for the Seaford' Favourite Independent Retailer of the Year 2012 to David & Helen Pollard of Seaford Health Store.
Sunday, December 23rd 2012. The Cuckmere River today burst its banks virtually cutting of Alfriston. The view from the High and Over highlights the extent of the rain over the last few weeks. The ground water tables and rivers are completely full, and rain is just filling the fields. The Rescue services were at full stretch trying to prevent any further flooding.
Southern Rail have labelled the route between Lewes and Seaford a green zone,which allows the carriage of all cycles at all times,including rush hour. But there is also the caveat that we reserve the right to refuse access where cycle spaces are already occupied or where services are especially busy. This is welcome news for some,but falls short of a full solution where cycles are always accommodated on all public transport.
Please take a moment to look at the image attached which shows a mask stolen from a Lewes address last week. This is one of many items which have been stolen across the district in recent weeks.If you have any information about these incidents, any related crimes, or have yourself been a victim and not reported this to Police, Please let us know by calling Sussex Police non emergency Contact number 101 or through our website www,sussex.police.uk.
East Sussex WRAS founder Trevor Weeks MBE was nominated for and won the Animal Welfare Award in the BBC Radio Sussex and Surrey Community Heroes Awards at Wakehurst Place, Ardingly, on Thursday 13th December 2012.
Dear Sirs, the Friends of Tide Mills have just enjoyed their final meeting of 2012 (Sunday 16th December). 14 of us collected around 24 sacks of assorted rubbish and a few heavier, bulkier items, from Tide Mills. Afterwards we enjoyed our annual Christmas picnic which is always well stocked with Christmas fare!
Overnight between 6pm yesterday the 13th December and 8am this morning the 14th December, 2 x doors were stolen from a limited edition Landrover 110 County Station Wagon on the Lewes District.The doors, both from the front of the vehicle will be easily identifiable by their patented colour finish in limited edition green paint. This follows another theft from a Landrover last week where a winch system was taken. Anyone with information is asked to contact Sussex Police.
This is a message from your Local Neighbourhood Policing team about burglaries and thefts of Gold from homes of Asian residents. To date there have not been any reports of burglaries or thefts happening in Lewes, Seaford, Newhaven or Peacehaven areas, although there have been reports from other areas of Sussex.
Seaford was subject to a series of dwelling breaks in October / November this year. There have been none since the early part of November however, the report of two confirmed dwelling breaks in the last week are cause for concern. On both occasions, the occupants of the homes in question were away, at one address, for the day and at the other, on Holiday for a longer period.
Thefts of mobile phones are on the increase. Please dont leave your mobile unattended. Many of the reports we are getting suggest that you are leaving your mobile in view or unattended on tables in pubs when socialising, when youre out for dinner, in your coat on the back of your chair, in an open outside pocket when youre Christmas shopping.
You will have seen that there have been several messages sent to you with regards to fuel thefts in recent months. This is a crime which is continuing right across Lewes District with an increasing numbers of reports being made to Police. These incidents primarily occur after dark and where business premises are concerned, over the weekend when businesses are closed.
A conference for Town and Parish Councils and Parish Meetings took place at Peacehaven Town Council Community Hall. The conference was an opportunity for Lewes District Council to meet with town and parish representatives to have an open dialogue. The following presentations were given during the day:
On the 25th October 2012, Trevor Weeks attended an Investiture at Buckingham Palace. Trevors parents paid for him and his partner Kathy to stay in a hotel over night as well as accompanying them to the Palace. It was an amazing event. The staff at the palace were very kind and knew how to make people feel at ease. Nothing was rushed and everything went smoothly. They talk you through what is going to happen and how you must approach said Trevor. There are 25 investitures held a year including one at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh.
E.ON has announced that Newhaven port will be the operations and maintenance base for its proposed Rampion Offshore Wind Farm if the development is granted approval. The decision has been made following a rigorous technical assessment of both Newhaven and Shoreham Ports.
On 28 November 2012 Norman Baker announced an additional 20m of funds to help improve cycle safety at junctions and to assist in Linking Places. Support for cycling is growing,and Cycle Seahaven continue to make this point with local and national authorities.
The latest advice from NICE (National Institute for Health and ClinicalExcellence) is to put Active Travel (walking, cycling) at the heart of theHealth Service to help combat avoidable forms of disease. We agree. Their 126page document entitled 'Walking and cycling: local measures to promote walkingand cycling as forms of travel or recreation' is ...
Cycle Seahaven has long known about the benefits of cycling for health reasons,and now it seems the goverment has clicked,too. A report by NICE (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence) stated that walking and cycling should be promoted for health reasons. From April 2013 councils will be able to spend their health budgets on Active Travel.
After 4 years of planning and design, Seaford Town Council approved the finance for Cheesmur Building Contractors of Beddingham, Lewes to build a new clubhouse at their Seaford Head Golf Course on Tuesday 27 November. The new building will cost 1,717,438 which will be funded by a 25 year loan of 1,717,000 an application for which has today been made for government approval. Planning permission was approved, subject to conditions, on 14 June 2012, following which detailed design has been undertaken.
Saturday 8th December 2012 Jumble Sale at Hellingly Village Hall. This nice hall just of the B2104 at Hellingly next to the field used by the Festival of Transport, is where our Christmas Jumble Sale will be. It is also open from 9.30am till 2pm. Please come along for bargains and also refreshments and more. Again all in aid of East Sussex Wildlife Rescue.
Crime reported within 1 mile of Seaford, East Sussex, UK For more information about these crimes including current status and outcomes, click the markers on the map.
On the 23rd Of November within the Lewes District, a member of the public reported a vehicle to Police which they believed was connected to an attempted theft of Diesel.
The attendance at the Christmas Arts & Crafts held at The Crypt Gallery on Saturday 24th November was amazing, over 150 went through the door in the first hour.
Christmas Market ~ Saturday 01st December 10am-4pm - A few stalls Left(Late Night Shopping & Seaford Christmas Fair) ~ Christmas Market - Friday 7th December 5pm -9pmChristmas Market ~ Saturday 15th December 10am-4pm - A few stalls leftLate Night Shopping & Seaford Christmas Fair ~ Friday 7th December 5pm -9pm
If you like arts and Crafts go along there will be an amazing arts and crafts market at the Crypt gallery. Natalie Graham of South East Today will be formally opening the show on November 24th at 11am. I very much hope you will come along to fill your Christmas stockings with affordable, original, hand crafted works of art.
If you like arts and Crafts go along there will be an amazing arts and crafts market at the Crypt gallery. Natalie Graham of South East Today will be formally opening the show on November 24th at 11am until 5pm. I very much hope you will come along to fill your Christmas stockings with affordable, original, hand crafted works of art.
11/11/2012 Seaford Royal British Legion held their Remembrance Day Service at The War Memorial Avondale Road. A large crowd watched as many wreaths were laid by groups in the Town in respect of the all the serviceman who layed down their lives in past conflicts.
WRASs has launched an emergency appeal for funds after having its busiest year ever. The rescue centre has been running at between 90-100% capacity since Easter and this has really drained our resources. We have over 40 hedgehogs in care are the moment, many of them are under 300 grams at a time of year where they should be at least 500grams or ideally 600grams.
After calling at the BP petrol Station in Railway Aproach Seaford to fill up with fuel yesterday, the entrance was blocked by several large traffic cones. Further observation it became clear that the place had closed down, the shop was empty and all sign of life gone. All except a chap up a ladder removing the last of the BP signage and logos.
The Times cycle safety campaign is still plugging away on behalf of city cyclists, and their latest survey will be passed to a Parliamentary team as evidence for the need for safer cycling.The survey is very quick to fill in, so please support this welcome initiative to improve the highways for cycling and cyclists.the times.co.uk/cyclesafesurvey You may view the latest post athttp://cycleseahaven.org.uk/have-your-say-on-the-future-of-cycling/
Children from Seaford primary schools enjoyed seeing their artwork on display at the Crypt Gallery in Church Street on Wednesday 19th October. An exhibition was organised by the Seaford Young Mayor, Amy Gough, and her Deputy Georgia Colyer. The theme was View Points of Seaford which attracted some vibrant and interesting work by children aged 5 to 11. The Mayor Linda Wallraven attended the exhibition.
ewes District has recently been affected by a number of distraction thefts. These have occurred in Public places for example supermarkets and high street cash points and have included the theft of cash and cards by slight of hand tactics. Some examples of tactics reported are detailed below:-
A Severe lack of funds is threatening the number of wild animals and birds that East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service (WRAS), will be able to help this winter. This has been an exceptionally busy year. We have been running at 90 to 100% capacity since Easter. At the moment we are not receiving enough funds to continue taking in casualties. We need to concentrate our efforts on looking after those who we already have in our care.
At the Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven on Wednesday 14th November there is an open Meeting for OVCN Ouse Valley Cycle Network Project. Pop along to support this groups plans for the Egrets Way - a new cycle route from Newhaven to Lewes! There will be a short film about the proposed cycle route,containing some amazing aerial photography of the Ouse Valley.
By Andy Lock,on November 1st,2012 The wet weather is well and truly upon us but thats no excuse to sit at home gazing out the window. With the right kit you can still enjoy riding your bike.
An addition to the usual Remembrance Sunday events there is a Concert in Seaford in aid of Help for Heroes. It is conducted by Frank Parker who, as a military bandsman, played his violin on the signature tune for BBC's Dad's Army, and will repeat the performance on the night. Seaford Baptist Church in Belgrave Road is the venue, and the 90-minute Concert starts at 6 p.m. on Sunday 11th. There is free admission with a retiring collection for Help for Heroes.
Farmer markets have been around for 100's of years. But now they are back with abundance. There has been a renaissance of creativity. The main emphasis is on local produce that is creating benefits for the community by keeping the pounds within the local economy, and the food miles to an absolute minimum.
Councillor Tony Nicholson, Chair of Lewes District Council, met the cast and crew of the Seaford Rock Musical 'We Built This City' on Friday 14 September at the Barn Theatre. The original show, by Director Paula Woolven, has received rave reviews for its run with audience members praising the performances of cast and crew enhanced by the colourful costumes and set, designed by award winning Seaford artist, Jo Allen. The Seaford Musical Theatre welcome enquiries from potential new members who would like to find out more about their next show; "Snow White" in January 2013. For more information, please go to www.seafordmusicaltheatre.co.uk
Cllr. Russell would like to thank all of those involved in organising Jubilee Celebrations for the town. The Mayor visited a street party in Capel Avenue on Monday 4 June and was made very welcome. Deputy Mayor, Cllr. Elayne Merry was invited to the Mayfield Avenue Street Party organised by the vangelical Church.
Since 1981 STFC Youth and DRL Rotterdam have taken part in each other's annual tournaments. Every other year teams drawn from the Under 11s, 12s and 13s head for Holland as guests of The Rotterdam Lions (DRL) (website in Dutch), to take part in their tournament. And every alternate year we welcome the Rotterdam Lions at our own Youth Tournament. In 2012 it was Seaford's turn to travel.
Confirmation of funding for a 'Two-mile cycle path to link town and country from Lewes to Kingston village. Press release from Norman Baker reported in the Sussex Express 8/3/2012.
Town secured their second league win of the season with a narrow 3-2 victory against Steyning Town on Saturday, but they were made to work hard for their points.An injury to captain Ben Barnett meant there was an immediate return for Alex Mikolay who had missed the previous three games and he was introduced alongside Harry Mills at the heart of Towns back line. Tom Chapman was also missing with a back injury and Adam Daubeney took his place in midfield.
There has been an increase in thefts across Sussex in recent months; these include thefts of garden ornaments and metal / scrap.There have also been a number of breaks to unoccupied dwellings, those which are second homes and those under renovation.
An East Sussex animal charity has organised a Hedgehog Awareness Weekend in the run up to the Guy Fawkes Celebrations in order to help keep hedgehogs and other wildlife safe over the celebrations. Over the weekend on 13th and 14th October WRASs founder Trevor Weeks MBE will be doing hour long sessions about hedgehog awareness including how to keep hedgehogs safe during the bonfire celebrations. The sessions will include meeting a real live hedgehog at WRASs Wildlife Hospital based at Whitesmith on the A22 between Hailsham, Lewes and Uckfield.
Wonderful homemade cushions, bunting, toys, patchwork quilts, wooden pictures, wooden hearts, handbags all made with upcycled fabric......See us at the Seaford Farmers Market
Seaford Based, they will be showcasing their fabulous speciality breads in all shapes and sizes, artisan breads such as spelt, sourdough, rye. cobs, rustic and bloomers Come and try at the Seaford Farmers Market.
All our range is lovingly made in Sussex using the finest ingredients, sourced locally wherever possible. Each year that we have entered products for judging in the Great Taste Awards since 2005 we have gained Gold Awards.
Our cheese makers craft a delicious range of award winning cheeses from organic cows milk, conventional and organic sheep milk and most recently goat milk. The organic cow milk comes from the cows based on our farm.
Makes a selection of Savoury muffins, quiches and mediterainean tarts, which are popular to be taken home for a snack, supper or picnic tea. All things cheesy from scones to tartlets with added little tastes such as dill or chives, Savoury Delights Homemade in Seaford.
Sussex KitchenIs based in Seaford. They specialise in homemade Apple Marmalades, the new range 'Caramelised Apple Marmalades' with a hint of Lemon, Lime, Apricot, Grapefruit, or Kiwi, all made with local Sussex Apples. Fabulous for a breakfast marmalade, come and try some at the Seaford Farmers Market.
Seaford's talented Rock and Jazz Orchestra -- a group of 30+ players aged 9 - 25 -- are playing a charity gig to raise funds for Seaford's Lifeguards. This surf-rescue and beach-patrolling group do valiant work all summer in Seaford Bay. They are highly trained, working with RNLI and HM Coastguard, and always need funds to buy and maintain their hi-tech equipment and run their training programme. The gig is on Sunday 16th September, the last night of the week-long annual Music Festival "Seaford Live"
Seaford's talented Rock and Jazz Orchestra -- a group of 30+ players aged 9 - 25 -- are playing a charity gig to raise funds for Seaford's Lifeguards. This surf-rescue and beach-patrolling group do valiant work all summer in Seaford Bay. They are highly trained, working with RNLI and HM Coastguard, and always need funds to buy and maintain their hi-tech equipment and run their training programme.
Dramatic changes in the marine environment, particularly those fuelled by climate change, are believed to be responsible for the dramatic collapse in the numbers of one of the UKs most engaging seabirds.
Dramatic changes in the marine environment, particularly those fuelled by climate change, are believed to be responsible for the dramatic collapse in the numbers of one of the UKs most engaging seabirds.
By Andy Lock,on August 30th, 2012 The Ouse Valley Cycle Network group are holding their AGM at Lewes Linklater Pavilion on Friday 14th September 7.30pm.First there will be a talk by Michael Blencowe of Sussex Wildlife Trust on The Wildlife of the Ouse Valley OVCN will present their short film The Escape Route,which shows the glorious Ouse Valley and the plans that OVCN have for a shared walking and cycling route.
In a futuristic city built on the principles of rock and roll where all other music is banned, rebel group the Fusions want to bring harmony to the new world. Will Johnny Goode stay true to his father's wishes and uphold the law or support the love of his life, Peggy-Sue? In an original musical by director, Paula Woolven, the cast of the Seaford Musical Theatre will bring glamour, comedy, rock and romance to the stage of the Barn Theatre in Saxon Lane, Seaford from September 12-15 at 7.30pm. 'We Built This City' features music by rock greats including Queen, Elvis and David Bowie and tickets are available from the Seaford Tourist Information Office, 37 Church Street, Seaford priced at 8 for adults and 5 for children.
In a futuristic city built on the principles of rock and roll where all other music is banned, rebel group the Fusions want to bring harmony to the new world. Will Johnny Goode stay true to his father's wishes and uphold the law or support the love of his life, Peggy-Sue? In an original musical by director, Paula Woolven, the cast of the Seaford Musical Theatre will bring glamour, comedy, rock and romance to the stage of the Barn Theatre in Saxon Lane, Seaford from September 12-15 at 7.30pm. 'We Built This City' features music by rock greats including Queen, Elvis and David Bowie and tickets are available from the Seaford Tourist Information Office, 37 Church Street, Seaford priced at 8 for adults and 5 for children.
Airbourne 2012 was a great success again this year, despite The Red Arrows not being able to appear and foggy start to the 4 days of magnificent flying machines. Record crowds filled Eastbourne. Below is a copy of some of the press release from Eastbourne Airbourne 2012. "Thank you for supporting Airbourne 2012 and celebrating our 20 year anniversary with the busiest day ever in the history of the show on Saturday 11 August.Record crowds flocked to the seafront to see the first ever Vulcan bomber display in Eastbourne, by 2pm car parks at Beachy Head and Five Acre Field were completely full for the first time in the show's 20 year history. Therefore we would like to say a massive thank you to everyone who supported the event this year, whether by volunteering, donating or purchasing a programme and radio headset - it's all definitely helping to keep Airbourne souring high. Donation buckets counted so far already amount to the most donations ever collected at Airbourne.
The Mayor of Newhaven, Councillor Graham Amy travelled to Dieppe over the weekend to attend the commemorations of the 70th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid which took place over three days from 18th to 20th August. In an exceedingly busy schedule, he attended nine separate ceremonies held in the town of Dieppe itself and in villages surrounding the town, and laid wreaths on behalf of the town of Newhaven in remembrance of the young men who died during the disastrous Raid in 1942. Many of these young men left for their date with destiny from the port of Newhaven, and many of the wounded were returned there after the Raid.
East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service founder Trevor Weeks MBE will be at Eastbourne Arndale Centre on Saturday 1st September with a display about the charity and raising funds to keep the valuable local service on the road. Trevor who was awared the MBE in the Queens Birthday Honours List this summer will be present to meet people and talk about the work of WRAS, which he has been undertaking since 1985.
This year East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service (WRAS) has rescued 3 starlings caught up in fat ball feeders, and is aware of other organisations having dealt with similar situations elsewhere in the UK. We are urging people to check their fat ball feeders if they dont have a lid and therefore it is possible for a birds to get trapped inside please dispose of it and buy a new one. All the birds we have had to rescue have been found inside fat ball feeders with missing lids, so the birds can get inside whilst trying to reach the remains of a fat ball said the charities founder Trevor Weeks MBE.
Long distance runner and Seaford Town Councillor, Adrian Campbell, is taking part in the Beachy Head marathon on Saturday 27 October and will be raising funds through sponsorship for the Seaford Mayors charities for this year; the Seaford Downs Syndrome and Special Needs Support Group and the St James Trust.
The Leader of Newhaven Town Council, Councillor Judith Ost, said on Friday:It was good to read in today's Sussex Express that Roundtable Entertainments have listened to the voices of local people and are not proceeding hastily with the plan for a hotel on recreation land at Lewes Road which is used and enjoyed by many local people. The bigger plan was not made public until after then land was put up for sale and this has so far coloured people's responses.
Volunteers from East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service (WRAS) have been shopping for birds today. Rescuers were actually called out to Poundland in Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex today (Sunday 29th July 2012) after a juvenile wood pigeon decided walk in through the open door of the store and get stuck!
Analysis of the publics views on the Seaford Community Partnerships Seafront Exhibition, held in March, are now available. The exhibition was visited by about 800 people including more than 100 children Great enthusiasm was shown for many of the childrens and students ideas, for example, the provision of larger sand pits and even a paddling pool on the beach at the same level as the promenade will be examined. The need for more shelters was an important theme to emerge and various ideas were on display, such as, upturned Boats, and Severn Sisters shaped walkways and associated shelters. The large chess pieces were much admired as was the volleyball games area.
Stafford Road Open House is about to open its doors ! This year as well as amazing cakes, vinyl music and seated massage, there will be a wide range of workshops for adults and children.
Stafford Road Open House is about to open its doors ! This year as well as amazing cakes, vinyl music and seated massage, there will be a wide range of workshops for adults and children.
Hundreds of people attended the commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid which took place on Sunday 12th August at the Memorial Green, South Way, Newhaven. The sun shone and there was a wonderful atmosphere on the green as wreaths were laid by civic dignitaries, including the Lord Lieutenant, the Mayor of Newhaven, the Deputy Mayor of Dieppe and representatives from the Canadian High Commission, the US Embassy and the French consulate. However, it was the wreaths laid by veterans which the watching crowd appreciated the most. As some of them walked painfully across the green with their sticks to lay their tribute to their fallen comrades the crowd burst into spontaneous applause.
August 1942 saw Newhaven playing a major part in the ill-fated Dieppe Raid. At the time, the allies situation was grim. The Germans had penetrated deep into Russia.The British Eighth Army in North Africa had been forced back into Egypt. In Western Europe the allied forces faced the Germans across the English Channel. Since the time was not yet ripe for mounting a full scale invasion, the allies decided to mount a major raid on Dieppe. Designed to foster German fears of an attack in the west and compel them to strengthen their channel defences at the expense of other areas of operation, the raid would also provide an opportunity to test new techniques and equipment, and be the means to gain experience and knowledge for planning the great amphibious assault.
The commemoration of the 70th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid takes place this Sunday at 3pm at the War Memorial Green in South Way, Newhaven. There will be a fly past by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight at the start of the ceremony, which will be attended by representatives from veterans organisations such as the Canadian Veterans Association of the UK and the Royal British Legion, as well as civic dignitaries.
The Seaford Family Fun Day held at the Downs Leisure Centre on Sunday 22 July was hailed a great success by joint organisers Wave Leisure and Seaford Town Council after glorious sunshine helped bring over 2000 visitors to the event.
As you may be aware, the value of metal has reached a significant high and as such, items including scrap metal, cables, lead, metal fuel tanks / fuel storage vessels, garden ornaments, gates, batteries and vehicles have become profitable commodities making them a target for theft.Please give careful consideration to your storage arrangements and security measures to protect such items.
Newhaven Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) which forms an integral part of the overall waste management and treatment solution for East Sussex County Council and Brighton & Hove City Council was officially opened on 4 July.The Newhaven project developed by Veolia Environmental Services represents a 160 million capital investment in the area and various orders placed locally during the construction phase totalled over 10 million. Five hundred temporary posts were created during construction and 40 new jobs have been created with 40 people now employed permanently on the site of which 70% live locally.
The Government has approved funding of over 4 million for schemes to support access to jobs and education. The Department for Transport has announced that the County Council has been successful in securing funding following the submission of two bids earlier this year: 1,571,000 to improve Travel Choices for Lewes (bid with South Downs National Park Authority) and 2,206,000 to improve travel to work and education in East Sussex coastal towns.
If you live or work in Lewes, have your say on our plans to reduce the existing speed limit in the town centre from 30mph to 20mph. Fill in our online comments form, before 30 July, about a 20mph speed limit in Lewes.
An animal charity in East Sussex is urging people to help wildlife by ensuring fresh and hygienic food is available because of the number of wildlife casualties being admitted into care in emaciated and ill conditions due to the weather. East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service (WRAS) has had an influx of casualties over the past month all suffering problems relating to the poor weather conditions for this time of year.
Five volunteer rescuers from East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service (WRAS) spent over 90 minutes trying to catch a fox which had fallen into a Barge in the River Ouse at Newhaven Harbour today (Thursday 19th July 2012). Two ambulances with rescuers from Uckfield, Polegate, Hailsham and Seaford, attended on site.
With losses of 200,000 Lewes District Council were looking to sell the Fort. After their meeting this week the Council agreed to keep it and try to find someone to take on a long term lease as a visitor attraction. Lewes District Council is keenly considering options to secure the long-term future of Newhaven Fort and ensure that it can support the wider regeneration of Newhaven.
Lewes District Council is planning to offer residents a range of enhanced services from a new town centre location in Newhaven. We are currently in negotiation with East Sussex Fire and Rescue Services to share new offices with them and other partners to deliver a range of complementary services to the local community.
The extent of the savings East Sussex County Council have to make over the next few years has been widely publicised and funding cuts of this scale mean we cant carry on providing all our services in exactly the same way.We currently spend close to 1.4 million on electricity for our street lighting. Making these changes will help us save money by reducing our bill. It will also help us reduce our carbon emissions and protect the environment as our street lighting produces approximately 8000 tonnes of co2 each year.
The extent of the savings East Sussex County Council have to make over the next few years has been widely publicised and funding cuts of this scale mean we cant carry on providing all our services in exactly the same way.We currently spend close to 1.4 million on electricity for our street lighting. Making these changes will help us save money by reducing our bill. It will also help us reduce our carbon emissions and protect the environment as our street lighting produces approximately 8000 tonnes of co2 each year.
Police have been informed this morning that there has been a high Value theft from Chailey School which is situated off Mill lane in South Chailey.Entry was forced and a large quantity of Apple Computers has been stolen.
Newhaven's MP Norman Baker has called on East Sussex County Council to undertake a wholesale review and removal of unnecessary double yellow lines in the town which "stifle local business".
One of the South Easts last remaining kittiwake colonies is back and breeding well, the RSPB can reveal. The first chicks have begun to hatch at Seafords Splash Point, East Sussex indicating a successful year for this important seabird colony.Kittiwakes, medium-sized gulls with black wing tips, only come to shore once a year to breed. The East Sussex cliff-top colony, made up of around 1100 pairs, has become increasing significant in recent years as kittiwakes struggle to breed in strongholds along the coast of northern England, Scotland and Wales.
By Andy Lock,on July 6th,2012On Saturday 14th July there will be the Seaford Sporting Celebrations event,held at Seaford Community College,Steyne Road,between 2:30 pm and 4:30 pmCompete in friendly competitions and try your hand at something new. Were hoping that Cycle Seahavens members will clean up on the cycling medals :-)
By Andy Lock,on July 9th,2012 BASIC BIKERY Learn how to love your bicycle: cleaning, easy maintenance, how to spot wear &tear. Harveys Depot Pinwell Lane,by Lewes Station Saturday 21 July 10-4pm FREE! All welcome: men,women and children of all ages. Bring your own bike!
By Andy Lock,on July 6th,2012Tuesday 3rd July 2012Cycle East Sussex (CES),of which Cycle Seahaven are proud to be a part of,is a group of local cycling organisations who work together to help improve our local cycling infrasturcture.
This Press Release was found on Lewes District Council website posted today. "Roundtable Entertainment has bought Lewes Road Recreation Ground in Newhaven for a potential hotel development.Lewes District Council sold the land on the 29 June 2012. As a direct response to the public consultation which closed on the 20 June 2012 the following decisions were taken:
ON THE SECOND JULY I RECEIVED AN EMAIL FROM NILAM POPAT WITH THE REPORT THAT THE DISTRICT COUNCIL WANTED "TO SET UP A CROSS PARTY WORKING GROUP" NO MENTION OF THE SITE BEING SOLD. OM 3RD JULY I RECEIVE A MAIL FROM NEWHAVEN TOWN COUNCIL SAYING "Newhaven Town Council has been informed by Lewes District Council that the sale of Lewes Road Recreation Ground was completed on Friday, 29th June."SOUNDS TO ME LIKE SOMEONE HAS SOMETHING TO HIDE SOMEWHERE WHO ARE THE DEVELOPERS. WHAT IS GOING ON LEWES. See stories below.
Newhaven Town Council has been informed by Lewes District Council that the sale of Lewes Road Recreation Ground was completed on Friday, 29th June.Town Mayor, Councillor Graham Amy said We are shocked and dismayed that this sale has gone through with an absolute minimum of public consultation and no notice taken of the strong objections made in the very short time given. The land remaining available for recreational use for four years is far from adequate reassurance for the people of Newhaven.Councillor Amy has today written urgently to the Chief Executives of both Lewes District Council and East Sussex County Council asking whether they intend to sell any more land in Newhaven.
We have received a reply from Nilam Popat Corporate Head - Communities & Enterprise Lewes District Council in response to the statutory notice advertising Lewes District Council's proposed sale of the Lewes Road Recreation Ground for potential hotel use. They are hoping that this will be the first step in a major regeneration proposal for Newhaven which will be the subject of full consultation with residents if the regeneration projects are progressed.
Analysis of the publics views on the Seaford Community Partnerships Seafront Exhibition, held in March, are now available. The exhibition was visited by about 800 people including more than 100 children Great enthusiasm was shown for many of the childrens and students ideas, for example, the provision of larger sand pits and even a paddling pool on the beach at the same level as the promenade will be examined. The need for more shelters was an important theme to emerge and various ideas were on display, such as, upturned Boats, and Severn Sisters shaped walkways and associated shelters. The large chess pieces were much admired as was the volleyball games area.
A busy wildlife rescue charity is being inundated with calls from the public reporting escaped peacocks across East Sussex. Over the past 3 weeks the charity has now received more than 40 calls about peacocks. East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service (WRAS) is only a small local charity run off limited funding from kind and generous donations, and says it doesnt have the time, funding nor resources to be dealing with these calls.
By Andy Lock, on June 7th,2012 The A259 between Newhaven and Peacehaven has a long narrow section of the highway that has been separated from the road. Many road users believe this to be a cycleway and they get annoyed when cyclists do not use it as such. In fact,this was created to keep heavy traffic off an unstable section of the A259 that was subsiding. Unfortunately this section is not ideal for cyclists a lot of puncture-causing debris collects in the gap between the road and pavement,and its not easy for road sweeepers to deal with. Cycle Seahaven have suggested that the gap is filled to make the footpath much wider so that debris cannot collect,possibly making it suitable for a shared walking/cycling lane.
Now the sun has reappeared and we are able to get back in the garden, another coloured moth showed itself, The Cinnabar moth, Tyria Jacobaeae. Looking up the RSPB website it appears this moth flies during the day and is easily spotted due its red and black colours.
The local Neighbourhood Policing team are always keen to be involved I the community initiatives and incentives which matter to you. Our local community officers will always try, where possible to attend local events. We are able to provide crime prevention stalls/advice, property marking for items such as bikes and scooters on request or simply come along to answer and queries or concerns. The link below shows how Lewes Community Officer Tracy Honey was able to assist her local community by facilitating a donation from the Police Property act fund.
For your information, Lewes District has been subject to a number of attempted breaks to outbuildings including garages, sheds and containers. There have also been a few attempted breaks to homes and on a limited number of occasions, access has been gained.In some of these incidents, the building, whether home or outbuilding, has been insecure. This has provided an easy opportunity for a crime to be committed.
Dear East Sussex WRAS supporter,One of our responsibilities at East Sussex WRAS is to be open to new methods of fundraising that we feel will both benefit East Sussex WRAS and be acceptable to our supporters.In case you do not know, we have formed a mutually beneficial relationship with SureAid whereby East Sussex WRAS will receive 6% of the annual premium paid by our supporters when they buy their home insurance through SureAid.
Your Local have received several calls from the public reporting suspicious activity, specifically where persons viewed as sus have been seen looking at four wheel drive vehicles in places where it has been thought they should not be.
You may be aware that our district suffered a number of thefts earlier this year where personal items were stolen using slight of hand tricks and distraction techniques. Items such as mobile phones and wallets / purses were taken. These techniques were also used to trick cashiers into parting with too much money during transactions.
We have received calls relating to suspicious persons approaching the elderly and vulnerable in our communities. Reports indicate that these persons have been offering services to remove dangerous trees or do repairs to property which are not necessarily required.These people can be persuasive, convincing and persistent.
This is an outrageous decision by LDC to try and creep under the radar and sell off one of the public amenity behind the residents back. If someone wants to build a hotel in Newhaven, they should be directed to the Harbour Development area, which I would have thought to be better for them and the Town.No wonder the town is in a poor state when Councillors make decisions like this. The young in Newhaven do not have many places to meet and play now, so don't be surprised when you get more vandalism in the town if you go ahead with this sneeky proposal.
SALE OF LEWES ROAD RECREATION GROUND NEWHAVEN TOWN COUNCIL OBJECTSNewhaven Town Council has moved quickly to make a strong and detailed objection to the proposed sale of Lewes Road Recreation Ground by Lewes District Council to a developer who wants to build a hotel.
SALE OF LEWES ROAD RECREATION GROUND NEWHAVEN TOWN COUNCIL OBJECTSNewhaven Town Council has moved quickly to make a strong and detailed objection to the proposed sale of Lewes Road Recreation Ground by Lewes District Council to a developer who wants to build a hotel.
Come along and meet a real live hedgehog and learn more about what you can do to help these amazing creatures. East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service is holding a Hedgehog Awareness Day as part of the British Hedgehog Preservation Societys Hedgehog Awareness Week, at its rescue centre at Whitesmith, between Hailsham and Uckfield on Saturday 12th May 2012.
On Saturday 17th March, 89 cyclists set off from the top of Ditchling Beacon tocycle the 20 miles off-road back to Seaford as part of a fundraising cycle forthe Cystic Fibrosis Trust. In teams of 5 , 6 or 7 riders, the competitivespirit was unleashed and there were some blistering times set. ...You may view the latest post athttp://cycleseahaven.org.uk/cycstic-fibrosis-ride-results-2012/
Over 700 adults and 100 children visited the exhibition over the weekend. We had positive comments from many people and received donations of about 300. Work has now started on analysing the large amount of data we obtained. Luis Daz at the University is currently writing up the project and publicising the students work to senior management. Incidentally, all the students' material displayed on the walls in the exhibition will be made available to us in a few weeks or so.
Doesnt that appeal? Just what an enhancement to Seaford and its seafront needs for it to succeed!The Gap which has been identified.When Seaford Head School took its Rock and Jazz Orchestra musicians abroad to Venice, Paris, Garda, Barcelona all 45 of them they (or the agent booking their tour) found no problem in locating suitable venues for them to perform. Why? Because every city, town and tiny hamlet in Spain, France and Italy seemed to have its dedicated outdoor public-performance area.
Friday evening at The Crypt in Seaford saw the opening by Norman Baker, Member of Parliament for the Lewes constituency of the Our Vision exhibition showing ideas and possibilities for the improvement of Seaford Seafront. The Friends of Seaford Seafront showed photographs of how to enhance the Splash Point Pier, The Martello area, a leisure area near Frankies Cafe stop with large Chess game and Boules area, a new beach garden at the crossing to the Salts and Beach Huts on the Boningstedt Promenade. Some imaginative ideas were built and many illustrations from the Local schools, Seaford Head Community College, Annecy School, Chyngton Primary
Have you ever wanted to ask your local police commander what their plans are for the forthcoming year? Or what they most enjoy about their role? Perhaps you just would like to know what their favourite music is!!Next Tuesday, 17 April you will be able to do just that when each of Sussex Police's 13 District Commanders (or equivalents) takes part in a day of live webchats as part of our commitment to become more open and transparent.
Concerning adding to your video shown at the Crypt Gallery it might be of interest to add cycling activities of Cycle Seahaven, a club based in Seaford that organise road rides and off road ones in Friston Forrest. Details of the rides can be found on the club website.cycleseahaven.org.uk Andy Lock started the club 3 years ago. I hope this info is helpful.I agree with you a website embracing all Seaford activities would help.the library have one.Regards,John
Please watch out for the website and log on for further information. Can youalso update your details on the contact page so you are on the cinema mailinglist and you receive information re membership of SCC.
Dear Supporters, Please find our bumper edition of The Rescuer . We have launched our 2012 Grand Raffle, with some great raffle prizes including two holidays to be won. If you would like any raffle tickets please give us a ring on 01825873003 or e-mail us back and we will put some in the post to you.
Local businesses that attended Newhaven EnterpriseCentres recent Networking Hub benefited from expert advice on changing employment laws and pensionsschemes, which are due to come into effect in theforeseeable future.Event speakers were Debbie Silvester, from EckingtonHR and Daniel Cawley, from 121 Financial Services.
The result of the Judicial Review into East Sussex County Councils decision to register the sandy West Beach as a village green has been announced and it is disappointing news for Newhavens residents. Mr Justice Ouseley, the judge in the case, has concluded that the beach cannot be registered as a village green.
The Open Spaces Society,(1) the national organisation campaigning for the protection of greens, is dismayed by the High Court judgment that West Beach at Newhaven in East Sussex is not a village green.(2) Yesterday (21 March) Mr Justice Ouseley ruled that the land did not qualify as a green because its use by local people for informal recreation was incompatible with its statutory use as a port by the owner, Newhaven Port and Properties Ltd.
Offshore Wind Farm Supply Chain Opportunities for Local Business, 19th April 2012, NewhavenMarine South East is to run a series of events between April and June to inform local businesses of the opportunities that exist to supply products and services to Offshore Wind Farms being developed off the South Coast. The second of these events is scheduled for Thursday 19th April 2012 at Newhaven Enterprise Centre, Denton Island, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 9BA.
Offshore Wind Farm Supply Chain Opportunities for Local Business, 19th April 2012, NewhavenMarine South East is to run a series of events between April and June to inform local businesses of the opportunities that exist to supply products and services to Offshore Wind Farms being developed off the South Coast. The second of these events is scheduled for Thursday 19th April 2012 at Newhaven Enterprise Centre, Denton Island, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 9BA.
The Seaford Community Partnership has been working with the Office for Spatial Research of the University of Brighton. Second and Third Year Architecture Students have used the Seaford Seafront as part of their assessed projects. They have been asked to include within their ideas the use of recycled materials, such as, large wooden groynes and heavy duty pallets that Newhave Port have kindly agreed to make available. We are expecting 10 or so student teams' proposals to be exhibited .
The Friends Of The Crouch are a local community group of residents who care about The Crouch. That includes the Crouch Gardens, the children's playground, the areas used by the Seaford Crouch Bowling Club, the Exchange Project and Seaford Town FC, and the different interests of all users and visitors.
Good news for local cyclists. The Lewes to Kingston route has been given the go ahead.This has come as a total (but welcome) surprise to many people but it seems its the outcome of a Linking Places Fund of 15m that Norman Baker announced in February to encourage cycling and walking,to provide access to employment and reduce carbon emissions.
By Andy Lock,on March 12th,2012Rethinking the Seafront:Investigations and Visions for Seaford Seafront at The Crypt Gallery,Seaford on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th March from 10.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Rod &Maria at your local independent bike shop,Mr Cycles,are pleased toannounce that the exclusive discount offered to members of Cycle Seahaven hasnow been increased.
This photo of MV Senlac was used on the front cover of the Menu on the ship for the Silver Jubilee Spithead Review which the ship attended in 1977. I printed the menu for the day, unfortunately I have not got a copy of the menu but have just found this photo. Senlac became a iconic symbol of Newhaven for many years and was in service for 37 years, working in Greek waters after leaving Newhaven. Finally being scrapped in 2010.
South East Mountain Biking is offering 50% off all tuition and guided rides for groups of 4+This offer is for club members exclusively.This Club special offer will run till the end of April
Cycle Seahaven is a community club set up by local residents to promote cycling in the Seaford, Newhaven and Peacehaven area. They organise rides, social events and cycle training and campaign for better facilities for cyclists in the local area. They welcome all ages, abilities and cycling interests.
The Times newspaper are running a cycle safety campaign. Please have a look and sign up to the campaign.http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/public/cyclesafety/article3306502.ece
How can Newhaven Town centre be revitalised, before any new developments on East Side, it should include improvements and some options for the Town Centre, the shopkeepers there need our support.
These are exciting and interesting times for Newhaven as three separate developers have submitted planning applications for major developments on the east side of the river, all involving supermarkets. Asda/Barratt Homes, Cross Stone and Arrowcroft.
An ambitious 6 million pound scheme to replace the old Library building in Sutton Park Road has been given the go-ahead. It will consist of a new library an adult social care day centre which will be relocated from Homefield Road.There will also be nine flats and staff flat.
Welcome to Seaford Town Football Club, the long-standing primary footballing club in Seaford, a town of some 30,000 nestling at the foot of the South Downs.
Seaford Town Council has agreed to hold an annual charity open garden day in conjunction with local residents led by Geoff Stonebanks who has opened his award winning gardens Driftwood at Bishopstone, Seaford for the last two years raising nearly six thousand pounds for charity.
The Mayor of Seaford, Councillor Linda Wallraven, has launched a Mayors Mad March Marathon (MMMM) which aims to raise funds for WAVES, the Family Support Service based in Church Street, Seaford.
Many streets in Seaford are lined with trees, and many more have grass verges where trees could be planted. Trees are not only beautiful, but provide shade in summer, food and a habitat for birds and insects, reduce the impact of pollution and flooding and even raise house prices.
The Beach Garden on the Esplanade between Dane Road and West View is settling down various plants are establishing themselves despite the recent bad weather. Aboat has been beached in the garden impaled on a breakwater.
CAR CRIME There has been a recent spate of thefts from unattended motor vehicles from the local area and unfortunately it would appear that on some of the occasions it could have been avoided if the drivers had ensured that their vehicles were secured prior to leaving them parked.
