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Judy Jeremy Funeral announcement

(Posted on behalf of the Jeremy family)

In loving memory of our mum Judith Jeremy we invite family and friends to join us in celebrating her life.
Date: Tuesday 22nd September 11am
Location: Wealden Crematorium
Horam Road, Horam, Heathfield TN21 0FX

Followed by wake 12-3pm with refreshments at
Wellshurst Golf and country park in the Meadowview suite on the ground floor.  North St, Hailsham BN27 4EE

Dress Code: Bright colours / Smart casual

For those unable to attend in person, a live stream link will be shared closer to the time.

Family flowers only, but donations welcome to Mencap

An invite will be posted nearer the time for RSVP

St Giles Services September 2026

  • 6th September    11.00 am Service of the Word
  • 13th September  6.30 pm Evensong
  • 20th September 11.00 am Holy Communion
    followed by Harvest Lunch (details below)
  • 27th September  9.30 am Holy Communion
  • October 4th 11.00am Service of the Word

    Harvest Service Sunday 20th September at 11am All welcome!

    You are invited to bring dry goods, tinned food etc for the Hailsham Food Bank if you wish. Following the Service, our Harvest Lunch in the church.To book places for the Harvest Lunch (Donations in aid of Family Support Work (FSW)) please contact Jane on 07766
    434847.
    We shall be decorating the church on Saturday 19th Sept
    10am-12noon.      All help very welcome. Contact Jane for details

New planning application for Dallington

RR/2026/0950/HOU – Cripps Farm, Padgham Lane
Proposed extensions and alterations to the existing dwelling, comprising a two-storey rear extension, the formation of a first floor balcony, widening of the existing site entrance, construction of a swimming pool with ancillary plant/changing room.
Deadline for comments – 09.09.26
Will be on the agenda at the DPC meeting in September (DPC will ask for an extension of time to comment).
Click on this link to see full details on the RDC planning website

 

Help prevent wild fires

Help Prevent Wild Fires
Sussex Neighbourhood Watch has shared a message from the West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service urging people to take extra precautions outdoors as the risk of wildfires remains very high across both East and West Sussex.
The recent prolonged period of warm, dry weather has left grassland, heathland and woodland areas particularly vulnerable to fire. Even small heat sources, such as discarded cigarettes, disposable barbecues or campfires, can develop into significant incidents that spread rapidly, especially during hot, dry and windy weather.
That not only poses a risk to people, property, wildlife and the environment, it also places significant pressure on emergency services.
The Fire & Rescue Service is asking everyone to play their part in reducing the risk.
Station Manager Matt Gamblen is West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service’s Wildfires Tactical Advisor. He said: “Our firefighters are prepared to respond when fires break out, but preventing a fire taking hold in the first place is always the best approach. We are asking everyone to be extra vigilant when enjoying the countryside and open spaces this summer. By taking a few simple precautions, residents can help protect their communities, local wildlife and our firefighters.
“Here in West Sussex we’re not experiencing the same weather conditions or scale of wildfire activity currently being seen in parts of southern Europe. However, prolonged periods of hot, dry weather can increase the risk of grass, heathland and woodland fires locally.
“It only takes a small spark from a discarded cigarette, barbecue, campfire or machinery to ignite dry vegetation which can have devastating consequences.
“It’s not possible to predict exactly where or when a wildfire may occur, which is why we’re continually monitoring weather conditions and working closely with partners, including landowners and local authorities, to prepare for periods of increased risk.
“I encourage residents and visitors to take extra care outdoors, avoid using disposable barbecues in open countryside, dispose of smoking materials responsibly and report any signs of fire immediately.”
Residents are also encouraged to avoid parking vehicles on dry grass, as hot exhaust systems can ignite vegetation, and to keep garden waste clear of combustible materials.
Wildfire safety advice
People can help prevent a fire breaking out by:
Not using disposable barbecues in the countryside or on areas of dry grass.
Avoiding campfires and open flames in open spaces.
Properly extinguishing and disposing of smoking materials.
Taking litter home, especially glass bottles which can focus sunlight and start a fire.
Not parking vehicles on dry grass.
Reporting fires or signs of fire immediately by calling 999.
For further summer safety guidance, visit: https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/keeping-safe-this-summer/

 

Grand Giveaway This Saturday!

Books n tableGrand giveaway of gardening and
cookery books
at the Library Cafe this Saturday 1st August
from 10am – 12noon

The Library Cafe  needs to make space for new fiction and local history resources, so we have decided to give away some of our cookery and gardening books. All in great condition – available for a small donation to help towards the upkeep of the hall. Come and take a look at what’s on offer and at the rest of our collection of books to borrow or buy.
And as usual there’ll be refreshments and good company to enjoy

Agenda for Dallington Parish Council Meeting on WEDNESDAY 22.07.26

AGENDA FOR THE DALLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY 22nd JULY 2026

Parish Council Members are summoned to a meeting of Dallington Parish Council, to be held on Wednesday 22nd July 2026

Members of the press and public are welcome and encouraged to attend

Irene Marchant (Parish Clerk/RFO)

St. Giles, Woods Corner, Dallington, East Sussex TN21 9LA

01424 838414 – clerk@dallington.org.uk

17th May 2026

1. Disclosure of interests

To receive any disclosures by Members of personal interests on this agenda, the nature of any such interest and whether the Member regards the interest as a disclosable pecuniary interest under the terms of the Code of Conduct.

2. Dispensations

3. Apologies for absence

4. Accuracy of the minutes of the previous meeting(s)

5. Open Forum

5.1 County Council report (ESCC) – Councillor M. Ashdown

5.2 District Council report (RDC) – Councillor N. McLaren

5.3 Public Question Time – to receive any questions from members of the public regarding items on this agenda.

6. Grant request from Dallington PCC

To consider this grant request for the sum of £750.

7. Dark Skies Project

To discuss the progress of this project so far and to consider the next actions.

8. DPC Data Audit (Assertion 10)

For Members to approve by resolution the Data Audit at May 2026 as presented by the Clerk. Also to discuss GDPR training. (CLERK)

9. Local Government Reorganisation

For Members to consider the proposal by RALC and the alternative views.

10. DPC transition to .gov.uk

For the Clerk to brief Members on what is necessary and if agreed to take the necessary actions. (CLERK)

11. Legionella assessment – DRG pavilion

For the Clerk to brief Members on an assessment and any actions that need to be taken. (CLERK)

12. Planning

12.1 No planning applications for consideration.

12.2 Any other planning matters for discussion.

13. Enforcement

13.1 No Dallington items on RDC’s most recent enforcement list.

13.2 Any other enforcement matters for discussion.

14. Highways/Rights of Way

14.1 To consider any further actions/information regarding the B2096/South Lane/Brightling Road junction.

14.2 To consider any other highways/RoW matters for discussion.

15. Finance

15.1 Bank balances at 30.06.26

  • DPC deposit account – £14,426.60
  • DPC current account – £2,151.55
  • DRG current account – £362.35

15.2 To approve the following payments:

  • Clerk salary/HO Jun/Jul 2026 – £1,151.00
  • Uniserve IT support – £23.40
  • Satswana DPO service – £90.00
  • Pavilion fire inspection – £270.00
  • DRG top-up – £200.00
  • * UserWay subscription 2026-27 – £369.76
  • * Amazon PA refreshments – £55.03
  • * ICO registration 2026-27 – £52.00
  • * Turtle Engineering 2 defibb cases – £888.00

15.3 To approve the first quarter accounts at 30.06.26 as presented by the Clerk.

15.4 To sign the UT mandate for Councillor Gray-Smith.

16. Dates of next meetings

  • 18.08.26 – Full Council Meeting (provisional only)
  • 15.09.26 – Full Council Meeting