News Articles
Concern at future of Herstmonceux Science Centre
Publish Date: 6 August 2024
The centre announced last week it was looking for new premises as its lease was not being renewed by the Canadian university. Wealden District Council’s chief executive Trevor Scott has written to the vice-chancellor of the university asking for clarity on the future of the ongoing use and preservation of the heritage assets and historic...
Council funds £263,800 towards community services in Wealden in 2024
Publish Date: 6 August 2024
Among the organisations which received funding last year was Wealden Citizens Advice, which supported 3,344 clients with a range of issues from benefits, housing, Universal Credit and more. It has also successfully moved into new premises in Crowborough to improve accessibility for face-to-face appointments. Clued-up supported 1,362 young people and has had success in staff...
New Street Learning Programme available
Publish Date: 29 July 2024
Wealden and Eastbourne residents, aged 19 and above, can attend a range of free or low-cost academic, wellbeing, and practical courses. Courses are designed to help residents boost their confidence, employment opportunities, develop existing skills, learn something new or meet new people. The courses are delivered in community venues located throughout the district including Uckfield,...
Community Spaces Grants Programme helps to fund improvements at local rural green spaces within the district
Publish Date: 29 July 2024
Seven projects around the district have received a share of £15,850.76 and will be spent in a variety of ways. Heathfield and Waldron Parish Council received funding to install two seats, one at the play area at Waldron Recreation Ground, and one in Hardy Roberts Rec Ground. The seats are made from sustainable materials. Herstmonceux...
Wealden partners with The Conservation Volunteers to deliver free Green Gym sessions and health walks
Publish Date: 24 July 2024
From July, TCV will begin delivering weekly guided health walks and Green Gym sessions along the Cuckoo Trail, completely free for residents to join and get involved in. The programme of activities will be running until 31 March 2025. Every Tuesday, the Cuckoo Trail group health walk will begin at 10.30am, starting at different points...