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East Grinstead, the capital of the historic High Weald.

Flying Scotsman to visit Bluebell Railway

Iconic Flying Scotsman Locomotive to ‘fly south’ to the historic Bluebell Railway this August Beloved of enthusiasts and the general public alike, Flying Scotsman means so much to so many. At 100 years old, this Giant still draws awe-struck crowds to the theatre of steam. There [...]

By |2023-08-24T12:34:14+01:00August 24th, 2023|Categories: Charity, Local Attractions, Travel|Tags: , |0 Comments

Bluebell Railway celebrate 150 years of ‘Terrier’ Locomotives. 29th – 31st July

The Bluebell Railway in Sussex is celebrating the 150th birthday of their ‘Terrier’ Class locomotive no’ 72 Fenchurch. The celebrations kick-start with a special birthday bash event that celebrates the history of transport across the last 150 years. This will include all kinds of vintage transport [...]

By |2022-07-04T19:19:06+01:00July 4th, 2022|Categories: Local Attractions|Tags: |0 Comments

Introduction of flexible season ticket offer and changes to parking charges to come into effect

From 28 March Mid Sussex District Council will implement a new flexible season ticket offer and increase car parking charges in line with inflation.   Changes to car park season tickets, which are mainly used by town centre workers and commuters will better match new customer behaviour. [...]

By |2022-03-18T15:49:19+00:00March 18th, 2022|Categories: Community, District Council|Tags: |0 Comments

Flying Scotsman to ‘fly south’ to the Bluebell Railway this August

World-famous locomotive No. 60103 Flying Scotsman, will return to Sussex this summer. Bluebell Railway, a heritage railway operating steam-hauled trains between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead, will welcome the locomotive in August 2022. It will be the Flying Scotsman’s second visit to the Bluebell. The locomotive [...]

Mid Sussex District Council is delighted to announce that ShopAppy.com is coming to Mid Sussex

Mid Sussex District Council has partnered with ShopAppy.com to provide local businesses with access to the platform free of charge for the first 12 months. This initiative has been made possible by the Government’s Welcome Back Fund with funding from the European Regional Development Fund. Hear [...]

By |2022-03-18T15:50:38+00:00February 10th, 2022|Categories: Community, District Council, Shops|Tags: |0 Comments

Bluebell Railway fundraising appeal hits initial target to restore historic station

An appeal to restore a historic heritage railway station which has featured in ‘The Larkins’ on TV has hit its initial £500,000 target. The Bluebell Railway launched a fundraising effort last autumn to help to finance the repair of leaking roofs and the replacement of rotting [...]

By |2022-01-05T16:27:10+00:00January 5th, 2022|Categories: Charity, Community, Local Attractions|Tags: , |0 Comments

Bluebell Railway launches £500,000 appeal to put the sparkle back into Horsted Keynes station

The Bluebell Railway has launched an appeal for at least £500,000 to help in the restoration of a key station which has featured in scores of TV programmes and films. The heritage line is asking for public support to finance the repair of leaking roofs and [...]

By |2021-10-01T10:35:50+01:00October 1st, 2021|Categories: Charity, Community, Local Attractions|Tags: , |0 Comments

Sunday 15 August – “Essential travel only” warning due to emergency work on the Brighton Main Line

Emergency work to replace two damaged rails on the Brighton Main Line this coming Sunday means passengers on the route are being urged to only travel only if absolutely essential this Sunday morning. Engineers will start work late on Saturday night between East Croydon and Redhill, [...]

By |2021-08-12T11:24:48+01:00August 12th, 2021|Categories: Travel|Tags: |0 Comments

Donate Your Surplus Food

You Can Help! 9.5 million tonnes of food goes to waste in the UK every year, contributing to 25 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions! You can fight this waste and help your community by donating your surplus food. You'll provide much-needed food relief to those [...]

By |2021-06-18T15:37:17+01:00June 18th, 2021|Categories: Charity, Community|0 Comments

TURNING THE TOWN BLUE FOR DEMENTIA AWARENESS WEEK 17-23 MAY

Have you noticed the town is gradually turning blue to mark this important week to raise awareness of dementia? Businesses along Railway Approach, London Road and the High Street have been asked to turn their windows and displays blue for two weeks starting Monday 17 May. [...]

The Greenaway Foundation receives a High Sheriff Award for services to the Community

In 2020 The High Sheriff of West Sussex launched a unique award to celebrate residents who have shown exceptional acts of kindness during the coronavirus pandemic. The Special Recognition Volunteer Award is aimed at any resident in West Sussex who has acted in a voluntary capacity [...]

By |2021-04-26T16:53:09+01:00April 26th, 2021|Categories: Business, Community|Tags: , |0 Comments
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