The Hurst Sept/Oct/Nov 2023

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What’s going on in Hurst Green • News, views and information ISSUE 22 SEPT/OCT/NOV 2023

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Welcome to the Autumn/ September edition of The Hurst. We hope all our residents had a lovely summer – it certainly wasn’t a memorable summer for glorious weather. But we soldiered through a hose pipe ban – only for it to be lifted a few weeks later following a period of sustained rain and, as we go to press, gardens are looking colourful and beautiful – just as we all would hope. The beginning of summer saw the Hurst Green fete which, by all accounts was a great success. It is good to see the village come together and we all look forward to many more occasions. Talking of the village coming together, two remarkable residents, Paul and George, have been litter picking the village every Monday morning over the last few months. The next issue of the Hurst will celebrate these publicspirited individuals who so kindly give their time and effort for the good of all of us.

And there are many more examples of kindness carried out each and every day in our village. For this reason, I would like to bring a regular

feature into the Hurst entitled Heroes of Hurst Green where we spotlight an individual or individuals who go over and above to help others. If any of you reading this have ideas or suggestions of people who should be considered for this, do please let me know via thehurst.hg@gmail.com or via phone/message on 07875 411876.

This past month also saw the first Twinning visit since the Covid-19 pandemic from our German friends in Ellerhoop.Thirteen visitors made their way to Hurst Green and, as you will see from the article in these pages, a good time was had by all. Next year is the 40th anniversary of our twinning – it would be wonderful if a large group from Hurst Green was to take part.

Of course, we are now heading into Autumn, children are going back to school (or starting school in some cases) and Christmas really doesn’t seem that far away. Our next issue will be out at the beginning of December. Do please let us know if you have any news, or any issue you feel should be raised. We would love to hear from you. Deadline for next copy is 31st October

Francesca Wooldridge thehurst.hg@gmail.com

USEFUL CONTACTS

Allotment Association 01580 860251

Breakfast Club (75+) 01580 860760/860358

Brownies 01580 860742

Comedy Capers 01580 860221

Cricket Club 07796 976809

First Responders 07837 224905

Holy Trinity Church 01580 880282 (Vicar), 01580 860649

Hurst Green C of E School 01580 860375

Nursery School 01580 860375 x211

Parish Clerk 01580 860111

Rother District Council 01424 787000

Short Mat Bowling 01424 773478

Twinning Association 01580 860977

Village Hall Booking Agent 01580 860111/860425

HELPFUL LOCAL SERVICES

Building and Renovations Mark Roby 07586 702809. Pioneeringcarpentry@yahoo.com

Cars Mobile Car Mechanic:

Cliff Mercer 07909 911869

Dogs Holiday and day care: Lorely Watson 01580 880061 / 07796 392653

Pippin’s Pet Sitting and walking: 07717 681972 Sarah.janeheasman@hotmail.co.uk

Eco-friendly products Joanna Girling 07443 411677 girling.joanna@gmail.com

Electricians Gareth Skinner 07929 839309

Tim Russell 07771 687636 trussell.5@btinternet.com

House Portraits Christine Masters Art 07833 342020 www.christinemastersart.wordpress.com

Leather repairs Kay Lloyd,Wealden Saddlery 01580 860860

Pest control Paul Messenger 07940 744411

paul@roecallservices.com

Plastering and tiling Edd Ripley, 07875 494493

Plumbers Aaron Plumbing & Heating LtdAaron Rowsell 01580 230330

Steve Walker 07564 405702

Private car hire and taxi service

Hugo, 01435 883803 Mob. 07931 605057

If you or anyone you know would like to be included in this list please email thehurst.hg@gmail.com This is a free listing.

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EDITORIAL

MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING Can you help someone living with cancer?

Everyone knows someone who is battling with or who has passed away with cancer.

With the help of residents of Hurst Green their families and the support of local businesses we have managed to raise £2,990 over the past three years.

As the number of people being diagnosed with cancer continues to increase so does the need for Macmillan support. I appreciate this is a financially challenging time for us all but any funds we can raise will enable Macmillan to help people with cancer live life as fully as they can.

Once again, I’m hoping folks will come together on Saturday 23rd Sept in Hurst Green Village Hall to enjoy tea, coffee and cakes. Buy a raffle ticket and browse our toy, books, cards and bric-abrac stalls to help fund Macmillan to do what they do best. Donations of Raffle Prizes and cakes gratefully appreciated. Unable to make our coffee morning but would like to make a donation? Please scan the QR code in the ad on the right.

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Letter from the Vicar

In December 1970, when I was 11 years old, Judy Collins’ version of Amazing Grace got to number 5 in the pop charts. Around 18 months later The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards’ instrumental version reached number 1, not only here but also in Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and South America! I remember loving the tune but not giving the words any thought at all. Later when I came to faith the words of John Newton’s famous hymn suddenly had great meaning for me. It is a hymn I never tire of, and it was played at my ordination as a priest in 2010. 2023 marks the 250th anniversary since these famous words were first shared. It was New Year’s Day 1773, when Anglican Clergyman, Rev John Newton used the words he had written in a sermon. He later published it as a hymn, along with many other hymns that he wrote. The American composer William Walker set it to the tune called New Britain, which is still the tune most often used today. Newton had quite a chequered past. He grew up with no religious conviction, the son of a shipmaster, and known for his wayward behaviour. He was only 11 when his father first took him to sea. In 1743 John was pressed into the Royal Navy and became a midshipman; however, he tried to desert, was stripped, flogged, and demoted to common seaman. Humiliated and disgraced he considered both murdering the captain and committing suicide. He did neither but when recovered he transferred to a slave ship bound for West Africa. In West Africa was imprisoned and ended up as a slave to Princess Peye of the Sherbo people. In 1748 he was rescued and taken back to England on a merchant ship named the Greyhound. In a severe storm off the coast of Ireland John Newton feared for

his life and cried out to God, the storm died down, the ship made it to land, and he began a journey of faith, starting to study theology. However, he was still involved in the slave trade for several years and did not consider that he became a believer in the full sense of the word until a considerable time later. Eventually he was ordained as a Church of England minister and went on to be a famous abolitionist, becoming an ally of William Wilberforce and living just long enough to see the passing of the Slave Trade Act of 1807, which finally began to bring about the end of slavery.

For many christians the words of the hymn Amazing Grace express powerfully our experience of the grace we have received from God and our gratitude to Him. We all need God’s grace in our lives!

Amazing grace how sweet the sound

That saved a wretch like me

I once was lost, but now I’m found

Was blind but now I see

‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear

And grace my fears relieved

How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believed

Through many dangers, toils, and snares

I have already come

This grace that brought me safe thus far

And grace will lead me home

When we’ve been here ten thousand years

Bright, shining as the sun

We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise

Than when we first begun

God bless, Rev Annette

annette@jhbd.co.uk 01580 880282

07900 332791 www.hurstgreenhtc.org

To make a donation to the work of Holy Trinity, use this QR code to go to our Just Giving page.

Thank you so much – it will make a huge difference.

meet at Holy Trinity every Sunday –we have coffee at 9am and the service starts at 9.30.

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“We all need God’s grace in our lives”

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Hurst Green welcomes visitors from

The end of August saw the arrival of a group of visitors from Hurst Green’s twinned village of Ellerhoop, in northern Germany. The twinning is now in its 39th year, and in fact some of our visitors were also present all those years ago for the first official visit in 1984!

This visit was the first since Covid-19 restrictions were lifted, so we were delighted that 13 Germans made the trip. We had an excellent and varied itinerary planned, and even the good old British summer didn’t manage to dampen spirits (but it did try!)

Most of the group arrived late in the evening of Wednesday 23rd, so Thursday 24th included a visit to Hastings’ seafront on the train, for fish and chips and a look around the old town. Unfortunately, the weather conspired to provide us with thunder and lightning and a deluge of biblical proportions. As we sat and ate our fish and chips in the Old Town Fryer, the sky started to clear and some blue was seen, so we set off to enjoy

the rides and amusements. It was then the storm really got going, sending us running for cover and back to the train station! Oh well, it wouldn’t be Britain without some rain.

Friday 25th was a lovely day, weatherwise, and we headed off to Canterbury, where the German group spent some time in the cathedral wondering at the amazing architecture and historic setting. We also

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“Even the good old British summer didn’t manage to dampen spirits”

Ellerhoop

enjoyed looking around the lovely independent shops and cobbled streets around the cathedral. Lunch was enjoyed by some in cafés and restaurants, and others had a picnic in the lovely sunshine in the park, alongside the river. Then in the afternoon, the group went punting on the Great Stour which was an excellent activity and enjoyed by all.

Saturday 26th was the main event with two social activities planned. At lunchtime one of our English families hosted a BBQ with live music from Derek Johnson’s band, delicious food from Planters, and activities including frisbee, croquet and cricket, much to the bemusement of the Germans! A special thanks to Nicky and Javi and their family for hosting us. The rain couldn’t stay away, however, but fortunately emergency ponchos were on hand as well as several gazebos, and we merely dodged the showers to have a wonderful afternoon. In the evening, the village hall played host to a barn dance which was a fantastic activity, although my feet certainly hurt at the end! It was a wonderful way to end the visit and old friendships were rekindled and new friendships made. Our thanks to the village hall committee for helping to make the event a success.

And now our thoughts turn to next year, which is the 40th anniversary of the twinning, and our return journey to Germany. At the moment we are still finalising the dates for the visit, but it is likely to be at the end of June, over a weekend. It would be wonderful if we had a large group to go with, and if you are interested in coming please either drop us a line or an email to 07496 390069 or hurstgreentwinning@gmail.com

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Session

Free training sessions are being held at the village hall on 15th September 2023 no need to book, please just turn up on the night. We will be running two sessions of an hour each (you only need to attend one)

one starts at 18:00 (6pm) and Session two starts at 19:00 (7pm)

The parish council are pleased to announce that the ground equipment has concluded, and we have now supplier and are currently in the process of confirming

New recreational equipment approved!

The parish council are pleased to announce that the tender process for new recreation ground equipment has concluded, and we have now secured funds and appointed a new supplier and are currently in the process of confirming dates for when the work can start.

The new design maintains an Infant and Junior area as a bespoke interactive and imaginative design that combines the function of a multi storey castle themed structure with the experience of adventure play equipment and unique interactive details.

The design draws its inspiration from the surrounding medieval landscape and its history with Alfred the Great using castle and fort shaped structures throughout the design.

The design has been inspired by Hurst Green School pupils’ drawings”

apparatus such as climbing net, balance beam and bridge.

The design of the castle with trees has been inspired by Hurst designed to have a visual connection to the structures in the a fort using fort shape turrets. It is a multi-unit that offers a gives a choice of motor play, problem -solving & spatial awareness.

The tractor will stand in the area previously occupied by the train. It links with the agricultural imagery as well as offering imaginative play options for individuals and groups. It can also be used as a bench for resting.

There is a range of access points using steppingstones, a tunnel, balance beam, ladder, slide, ramp climbing post. These can be used for infant ages of 2-6 years, independently, in groups and with a chaperon. There is a range of exploring apparatus such as climbing net, balance beam and bridge.

In the infant area, the existing train, springers, and multi-unit will be removed. The bench will be re-sited nearer to the perimeter fence.

The design of the castle with trees has been inspired by Hurst Green School pupils’ drawings. It is designed to have a visual connection to the structures in the junior area, through the association with a fort using fort shape turrets. It is a multiunit that offers a range of play options and challenges. It gives a choice of motor play, problem-solving and spatial awareness.

The tractor will stand in the area previously occupied by the train. It links with the agricultural imagery as well as offering imaginative play options for individuals and groups. It can also be used as a bench for resting.

There is a range of access points using steppingstones, a tunnel, balance beam, ladder, slide, ramp climbing post. These can be used for infant ages of 2-6 years, independently, in groups and with a chaperon. There is a range of exploring

The Hurst Green ‘Fort with Zip Wire’ consists of four towers connected by battlements and walkways. A ramp from the ground level takes you to the upper level and connects all the towers together, giving wheelchair access to the whole upper level. Two towers are fort/castle inspired, another is in the form of a giant tree and the fourth is in the form of a giant nest. It’s a fusion of

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experience surrounding with springers,

area design

inside of the castle walls and tree tunnels – hosting a range of wall textures, rotating puzzles, mirrors and talk tubes.

This is suitable for all abilities and will aid sensory experiences for the users, it has many play values from ramps, ladders, fire fighters’ pole, slide, climbing wall, climbing net, climbing poles, tunnels, bridges and towers. It offers a maze of spaces and opportunity for motor play; it can be used by groups or individuals and gives many options for role play. One tower has a throne with seats inside to promote social and imaginative play.

The turret and tunnel structures have an architectural ornamentation with gargoyles and grotesques designed by local pupils which will be pre-fabricated. The tree shape tower is more organic and adorned by wildlife, also designed by the local pupils. The boardwalk connects directly onto the zip wire launch platform, giving access directly from the castle to the zip wire. The zip wire is positioned parallel to the hedge at the side of the field.

FlexiBus

There is a local service called FlexiBus and at this time it is not being very well utilised in our area, with drivers sitting idle for most of the day. It has been set up to provide transport mainly for those in rural locations with limited transport options, however there are no restrictions on who can use it.

It only costs up to £2 a journey or at most £5 for a day pass. It runs Monday to Saturday 07:00–19:00. The bus is sent into zone areas, but you can travel out of your zone area. I think this could be very useful for a lot of our residents, especially in our more rural areas. The website is www.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadstransport/public/flexibus

Do please have a look at this and maybe alert others who would find it useful.

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Allan Cheek continues his regular feature in the Hurst describing different walks of varying difficulty. Allan is happy to discuss this and other Hurst Green walks in more detail including the possibility of leading small groups. For information, contact Allan by text/WhatsApp 07803 502972

Hurst Green to The Moor, Hawkhurst Circular (Clockwise)

Starting at the Clock House head north on A21 turning off left through the Lych Gate of Holy Trinity church to join the public footpath beyond the graveyard.

Follow this left into Hurst Wood to find the finger post pointing right and head north generally downhill crossing the footbridge then continuing uphill on the edge of Belhurst Wood to the A21 opposite Planters store. Cross with great care turning right for approx 150m to find the wooden gate on the left by ‘Jesses’. Follow this path down to Pooks Wood and footbridge over stream turning right and east over a stile and diagonally uphill to field corner (there may be animals here), bearing left and north east continue straight over several stiles/gates to Bokes Farm. Here you can follow the lane or dive down into the wood following the footpath through up the other side and rejoin the lane left by the private fishing pond.

Heading north west and then north to the amazing farmhouse at Delmonden and its immaculate surroundings which leads to an unexpected right turn through a gate and across a horse paddock to a stile to join the Sussex Border path east with a left/right

across the lane to head through the extensive apple orchards followed by a bottleneck path out to open fields keeping to edge and well worn path to the lane dowhill at Rowlands Farm which leads to the outskirts of The Moor. The Border Path continues right/left on the road to the beautiful 14th century St Laurence Church and its neighbouring Eight Bells public house. Pass in front of the church along Horns Road to cross the Hastings Road into Stream Lane with its interesting mix of houses. After approx 500m turn off right down a track on the Border Path past a lovely twin oast house then a track often muddy crossing a stream on a new bridge before heading uphill to the road Conghurst Lane. Turn right here and take great care with traffic along this narrow road to reach the crossroads after 600m. Straight across with caution into Merriments Lane and escape the traffic after a short distance on the left along a stony track poorly marked as a footpath heading south. Bear right entering the next large field and follow the stream on your right for 600m crossing a bridge and keeping right around the next field (often with electric fence) then up into Mill Wood then it’s pretty much straight south west with a kink or two back via Driftways Farm and home.

Slightly longer than previous walks this being about 7.5 miles and should be allowed about three and a half hours.

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Hurst Green Cricket Club

2023 has been a successful year for the club for all sorts of reasons. Thanks to a generous donation, the club were able to buy some nets for practice at our own ground and we got started early in May, welcoming a few new players to the team.

A very soggy spring meant we had to cancel our first game but since then we’ve played every game and enjoyed some very sunny afternoons. With games against Robertsbridge, Pett Level, Tunbridge Wells Superkings, Clive Vale, Felbridge & Sunnyside, Wadhurst, Catsfield and Zambuca Tigers as well as our annual game against the Pakenham XI, we’ve done really well with our fixtures and haven’t had to cancel any due to the weather or not enough players.

Speaking of which, the best thing about this season has been enough players to field 11 or 12 players for every game, without needing to bring in a ‘ringer’ from another team. This really makes a difference for a village team

like ours, we all know each other and from there we can build a good team spirit. Ok, we haven’t won a game this season but we’re improving with every game. We have a good range of bowlers and much of our fielding this year has been to a high standard. Most games we’ve been able to restrict the opposition to a gettable target but where we need to get a little better is with the bat. Next year I’m hoping some of those who are regularly getting good starts will hit their first fifty.

As autumn approaches we’ll soon be putting the ground to bed for the winter –stripping out the grass and weeds from the square, spreading a layer of loam and new grass seed ready to go again next spring.

You don’t have to play cricket to join the club – if you’d like to score our games, sponsor, umpire or help out around the ground, please get in touch.

Contact us at hurstgreencc@gmail.com

Follow us at facebook.com/ hurstgreencricketclub

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A need for (less) speed!

Speeding, and with it traffic and pedestrian safety, is an ongoing issue in Hurst Green. A letter sent to Highways England and local MP, Huw Merriman regarding the problems with speed control in the village. With no longpromised bypass on the horizon, the village desperately needs some form of speed control and traffic calming.

One public-spirited resident, Allan Cheek, has written to Highways England and our local MP, outlining his concerns. This is something we all need to engage in. The more pressure we put on the powers that be, the more they are likely to listen and take note.

Hello

As a resident in Hurst Green and owner of a property on the A21 I am very keen to learn of the proposed next phase for our village which is due I believe ‘sometime this year’.

I understand from the Parish Council that no information has thus far been available for them to pass on to those who will be affected.

I believe from your earlier publicity of the last phase from Flimwell to Coopers Corner that a light touch approach was applied with a speed reduction from 50 to 40mph just before the notorious junction with the A229.

My concerns are for the effective control of speed under 30mph through the village. All previous data gathered on a number of occasions by Andrew Brown, a serving councillor, and submitted to yourselves clearly shows the overwhelming nonobservance of the legal limit.

A traffic sign on a post (with or without a pretend camera warning sign) or red patches on the road surface or white hazard lines - all have minimal effect on

The Border Cup turned into a hotly contested bowls final between Wadhurst (East Sussex) and Hawkhurst (Kent). The final, played over two legs, had Wadhurst with a slim 10 shot advantage as they hosted the return match. Halfway through and Hawkhurst had narrowed the deficit to just two shots however they were unable to keep up the pressure and Wadhurst came back to win the cup with an 18 shot overall advantage.

Cellar Head Brewery at Flimwell supplied the liquid refreshments at both legs. With the brewery situated on the boundary between the two counties they are ideally positioned to support the event but who they favour remains a diplomatic mystery. The late rain didn’t dampen the enthusiasm for the

afternoon which was played out in good humour by both clubs and with a cask of beer thrown in everyone went home happy. Perhaps a little too happy…!

It’s a bowls match not a tug-o’-war! Captains Peter and John fight it out over the Border Cup

Horam League Update

Our quest to retain the title

Dave Hacker – Horam League Captain

After wins against Ringmer, Groombridge, Hailsham and Crowborough we went into our final game in July against our nearest rivals Cross in Hand with a healthy 15.5 point lead.

Played in wet and muddy conditions the

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Wadhurst Bowls Your local club since 1934

drivers’ attitudes to adhering to the law. As a driver with over 50 years experience I truly believe that the majority of motorists just conform to a belief that it’s okay to exceed the speed limit by 10-20mph unless the driver in front is going slower. The mindset is one of being afraid/embarrassed to obey and causing a tailback/tailgating. It happens almost instantly for me and others with a lack of this concern.

match was abandoned half-way through due to an injury sustained by Big Phil. We send Phil our best wishes for a speedy recovery.

The details of the match have been sent to the League’s controller for a decision on the outcome. Should the result stand at the time of abandonment or should it be replayed?

Anyway I’m sure as experts in traffic control you don’t need me pontificating on the subject.

Back to your next A21 phase. Please let me, or at least our council know that more than a ‘light touch’ is planned for our village’s safety. I implore you to install an average speed camera system to save us all the continued headache of these uncaring drivers who resolutely flout your attempts to impose the law.

I note that the combined villages of Sundridge and Brasted on the A25 have recently convinced their authorities of the effectiveness and peace of mind of such a scheme. The initial cost is high but I understand that within a year or two the installation becomes financially selfsufficient.

I hope someone hears my voice and we in Hurst Green receive a creditable solution.

Yours sincerely

Allan Cheek

With six matches left to play we are in a really good position – we just need to keep going, continue to support each other and maintain the great team spirit that has been there all season. 29 club members have now played in our league matches. Again thank you for the support.

www.wadhurstbc.com

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Burwash Over 50’s Walking Footballers

What does a football team do during the summer when there are no league games to play?

Obvious – you arrange a few friendlies! And that is exactly what has been happening with us hosting two teams from Ringmer followed by two teams from our nearest rivals – Battle.

Ringmer didn’t play fair and fielded a very young side against our over 70’s team (average age 73) with inevitable consequences (we won’t mention the score) but the Burwash ‘Bucks’ got their revenge against the other Ringmer side winning 4-1

Battle brought along two teams of ‘Knights’ including three ‘Axes’ from their ladies team and gave us another pasting. Not by a huge score just the odd goal or two but it did give several players who wouldn’t usually play league games the chance to play against other teams and see what it is like. Both squads then retired to the Half Moon in Cade Street for a well-earned pint of beer and a natter.

We are now hoping to get a game against newly formed Pevensey at their place.

New dog walking rules

Ray Young explains Rother Council’s ban on dogs in public areas.

Rother District Council have proposed a ban on dogs in parks and play areas, due to some owners failing to properly clear dog poo from cricket, football, tennis and other sports areas.

This will affect dozens of Hurst Green folk who walk their dogs in Driftways Lane Park where Cricket and football are played. However, before dog owners panic, if you read the notice on the cricket pavilion, the

We held our AGM at The Half Moon early in August where we agreed our ‘subs’ for the year ahead, talked rubbish and ate chips. We had our annual awards for best players at the same time and re-elected the current Chairman (Laurence Worton) and Secretary/Treasurer (Steve Mintram). Too late for this month is a report on our Petanque Evening at Ticehurst kindly hosted by the Ticehurst Petanque Club. We managed a 1-1 draw with them last year but this time they are threatening to put out their ‘big guns’ against us. We shall see… Contact Steve ‘Minty’ Mintram on 01435 882444 for more information. www.burwashwalkingfootballers.co.uk

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ban it is not as bad as first thought. This states, “The exclusion would apply to football and cricket, when in use.” –when in use...

“The exclusion only applies to the actual football, cricket pitch, tennis court and not to the green areas or grounds. Dogs would continue to have the same permissions to use the rest of the Open Space.”

So, not as bad as a complete ban. But dog owners please always remember to take a poo bag or two with you when you are out walking your dogs.

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As we approach the winter, the village is renewing its plans of how to respond in an emergency and we need you!

We are looking for volunteers who would be able to help in an emergency to sign up to our new emergency plan – so that should an emergency strike we are ready!

Please sign up by scanning the barcode or visiting the website and providing us your details

Rother Rural Trust is a registered charity (number 1067847), set up in 1998 with a mission to help individuals and organisations in need in the rural parishes of Rother, excluding Battle and Rye.

Its specific aims are to relieve poverty, promote education and to do other charitable works. In the past, the Trust has for example, given grants to people in real need, to replace beds or washing machines, or has given support to promising young athletes and musicians to pay for their equipment or instruments.

To apply write to the Clerk to the Trustees at the address below stating where you live and giving the reasons why you are asking for a grant and saying what amount you need.

Typically the Trust awards sums in the region of £250, Contact details are: Clerk to the Rother Rural Trust c/o Town Hall Bexhill on Sea East Sussex TN39 3JX Telephone: 01580 881309 Email: stephenhardy1948@gmail.com