What is Railway 200?The Stockton & Darlington Railway opened on September 27, 1825, connecting places, people, communities and ideas and ultimately transforming the world.Railway 200 will be a year-long nationwide partnership-led campaign to celebrate 200 years of the modern railway and inspire a new generation of [...]
This year's #glowwild at Wakehurst is an absolute must see! It truly is a magical evening of light and sound, as you follow the winding paths illuminated with the glow of lanterns, you will spy faery houses, enchanted trees and woodland nymphs...watch out for the fiery [...]
November is the month of Remembrance, starting with the 5th November ('remember remember') when we remember Guy Fawkes' attempts to blow up parliament (sometimes it's easy to feel some sympathy to that idea) and moving on to Remembrance Sunday when we remember 'all those that [...]
Please note that all activities are chargeable, please contact us on 01342 327 046 or for more details: - Age UK Activities at Glen Vue
The Bluebell Railway held another fantastic beer festival over the weekend across it's heritage stations, featuring a variety of craft beers, heritage trains, and an incredible lineup of live music, including Into The Blue, Noble Jacks, RED, The Remnants and many more!
East Grinstead, once again, held its Classic Motor show along the Historic High Street on Sunday, 1st September. Around 100 vintage and classic cars (and one bus!) arrived in glorious sunshine, the oldest of which was a 1904 Stanley Steamer, closely followed by a 1915 Model [...]
Would you like to volunteer at either Standen House or Nymans Gardens? If so, please get in touch as soon as possible by tomorrow 7th June, 2024. Please email laura.cooper@nationaltrust.org.uk
My name is Catalina, and I am excited to introduce myself as the new Community Engagement Officer at Citizens Advice. I am thrilled to announce that starting from June, we will be relaunching our Language Café, a fantastic opportunity for our community to learn beginner [...]
In East Grinstead, we will start with the national proclamation being read at the War Memorial in the High St at 8 am. With the main events starting from 6pm on King Georges Field where we will have Fish and Chips, along with Apple Crumble [...]
KIDS FOR A QUID TRAVEL OFFER: Weekends and School Holidays 2024 Fantastic value for all the family at The Bluebell Railway! We will be opening up our Kids For A Quid Travel Offer to all of our services during Weekends & School holidays throughout 2024! [...]
Betty Hill held her very first Friendship Coffee Morning at the Sunnyside Barn on Thursday, 29th February. It was a great success, with over forty local residents attending, together with past mayors Dick Sweatman and Adam Peacock.Future Friendship meetings will take place on the last Thursday [...]
The East Grinstead Town Council purchased the old St Barnabas church on Dunnings Road in July 2023 with the intention of opening it as a community use building. After months of work to insulate, renovate and fit out the building it is now ready to [...]
East Grinstead Meridian NEWS CAST - Another success for Rotary East Grinstead Meridian Rotary raised £4500 for 3 local charities at their Charity Golf day. Our President Phil Baker presented three £1500 cheques to the representatives of Being Neighbourly, Family Support Work and Bloomin Arts [...]
We had to take the very difficult decision to postpone the Love East Grinstead event on February 13th due to the adverse weather conditions and have re-scheduled the event for Sunday, March 13th. The event will run from 11am until 3pm, we will still have the [...]
East Grinstead Town Council is holding a one day event to celebrate our town. There will be stalls from community groups, charities, small businesses and local food vendors, there's even a creche with children's entertainers to keep your little ones occupied while you enjoy the day. [...]
About Talk Money Week Held from 8 to 12 November, Talk Money Week aims to reduce the stigma around money by encouraging conversations among families, friends, neighbours, customers, colleagues and communities. Talking openly about money can have a huge impact on tackling money worries, and is [...]
Open every Monday from 10am until 12 noon and On Tuesdays & Wednesdays 12 noon until 2pm ...and on every Friday from 10am until 12pm and from 2pm until 4pm tea & cake and company. Come along to Trinity Methodist Church, corner of Lingfield Road, East [...]
If so, follow this link to attend an online session, hosted by a clinical professional, who will address any concerns and answer your questions. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-champions-covid-19-vaccine-qa-tickets-174285371237 OR email: community.engagement@westsussexcab.org.uk
Did you know that you can have a FREE "Safe & Well Visit" from your local Fire Brigade here in East Grinstead. Just call 0345 872 9719 to book yours...now.
