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 [...]
Our company, Acorn Health & Leisure Ltd, took over the management and running of the East Grinstead Sports Club with effect Feb 1st 2023. Having settled in we are now actively looking to staff up to cater for the increasingly busy bar which has already taken [...]
East Grinstead Sports Club is delighted to announce that as from February 1st, 2023, Acorns Leisure have taken over the running of the sports club. This is a very exciting time for both organisations as there are many opportunities to improve and increase the availability of [...]
The Bluebell Railway is pleased to announce the purchase of former Southern Region DEMU No. 1305, which will become part of the Bluebell Railway fleet. No. 1305 has been owned and cared for by the Coulsdon Old Vehicle & Engineering Society, whose dedicated team have themselves [...]
The first Team play in the Isthmian League Division South East at the OHOB Community Stadium at East Court, home to the club since 1967. Our Under 18s play in the Bostik Youth East League and we also run a third team in the Mid Sussex [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
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 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 [...]
The Brighton Main Line is among the most complex and congested routes in the country and the infrastructure on the line is also some of the oldest and most intensively used. This major project has been planned in an efficient way to deliver long-term reliability improvements [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
SGN are writing to let you know about our upcoming project to upgrade our gas network in Holtye Road, East Grinstead. We are replacing our old metal gas mains and services with new plastic pipe. This essential work will ensure your community continues to receive a [...]
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, [...]
Slip! Slap! Swing! this September at the most entertaining charity golf day of the year, featuring Ryder Cup star Paul Way, and trick shot legend Jeremy Dale, PLUS a day of fantastic golf. The Melanoma Fund has selected the luxurious Mannings Heath Golf & Wine Estate [...]
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 [...]
On 25th June 2021, 11 brave men are setting off on a mission to set the Guinness World Record for the fastest cycling journey from Land’s End to John-O’-Groats in a relay team format. The team have been training ferociously for the last 9 months, burning [...]
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. [...]
East Grinstead Museum has exciting plans to improve and refurbish the Museum. These include refreshing existing museum displays and introducing new ones. We are also looking at running a range of events and activities for local people. To help us shape the museum, please complete the [...]
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 [...]
