Residents with a green bin can put their tree directly into it, as long as the lid closes firmly. Residents who do not have a green bin can take their tree to Rushfields between Friday 2nd January and Friday 16th January 2015. Lots of other options here [PDF].
Latest News of Local Interest
Bobservation No. 3
The Village Hub…
The Shepherd & Dog is becoming the hub of Fulking. Dave and Emily have created the atmosphere that is expected in a good village pub. You will find very good food, excellent service and a warm welcome. The ample wine list is most imaginative (as well as an amusing read) and there is a very good selection of ales and lagers.
Having been a devotee of the Shepherd & Dog for 65 years (it was a bit of a dump when I first went but at least there were no drink and drive limits in those days!) I have seen good times and bad. Now it is back to the good times and I encourage you to give this hard working young couple your support, you will be pleasantly surprised.
In my opinion this charming 18th century pub is one of the most attractive places to eat and drink in the area and is a classic example of what a traditional English pub should be.
The Fall & Rise of the de Braose Dynasty

The de Braose family, the Lords of Bramber, played a significant role in the history of England from their seat in the Adur Valley. The presentation will bring to life the turbulent times of the Anarchy ‘When Christ and His Saints Slept’. You will hear of the ‘Ogre of Abergavenny’ whose wife and child fell victim to King John’s rage, of the bishop who built cathedrals and opposed the King, and of his brother the baron who regained the family’s status and lands. A talk by John & Jeanette Simpson to Beeding & Bramber Local History Society on January 7th at 7:45pm in Upper Beeding Village Hall.
FPC Planning 6:30pm 7th January [UPDATED]
The Parish Council have agreed with both case officers that comments can be submitted to the case officer after the closing date.
In the Village Hall, two applications — official FPC poster here [PDF].
Localism after Mayfield

Nick Herbert muses on the National Planning Policy Framework in the wake of the Mayfield decision and the continuing threat to Hassocks/Hurstpierpoint.







