SOUTH HEIGHTON PARISH COUNCIL NEWS
You Better Watch Out....
You better watch out, you better not cry
You better not pout, I'm tellin' you why
It's not long now....
People have been asking....
Yes Father Christmas will be "dropping by" the the Village Green and stopping off at Denton House Hall to lead some Christmas songs and meet Children on the 11th of December at 6pm... There will be some mince pies and mulled wine and maybe some other nice things to eat too....
If you have young children, or you like a Christmas sing song why not pop a long and join us for this time of festive fun
See you there....
You better not pout, I'm tellin' you why
It's not long now....
People have been asking....
Yes Father Christmas will be "dropping by" the the Village Green and stopping off at Denton House Hall to lead some Christmas songs and meet Children on the 11th of December at 6pm... There will be some mince pies and mulled wine and maybe some other nice things to eat too....
If you have young children, or you like a Christmas sing song why not pop a long and join us for this time of festive fun
See you there....
Public Rights Notice 2024
Denton Challenge 2023
Join in the fun...
Avis Road Recreation Ground - Denton BN9 0PN
Public Rights Notice 2023
Notice of Uncontested Election
Notice of Election
Latest News
South Heighton Christmas Tree 2021
Once again we have our amazing Christmas Tree on the Village Green, with 720 low energy LED lights, to give us some Christmas Cheer
Once again we have our amazing Christmas Tree on the Village Green, with 720 low energy LED lights, to give us some Christmas Cheer
South Heighton Parish Council are keen supporters of the Denton Community Challenge!!!
Notice: Vacancy for Councillor
Postponing of Council Meeting scheduled for 8th June 2021
The Council Meeting scheduled for the 8th of June 2021 is having to be postponed as a result of changes to the Covid legislation meaning we can no longer use Zoom etc. As the council do not own their own property and no other venue is available to us (due to Covid19) we have no alternative but to postpone until venues reopen for public use. A new date will be advised.
The Council Meeting scheduled for the 8th of June 2021 is having to be postponed as a result of changes to the Covid legislation meaning we can no longer use Zoom etc. As the council do not own their own property and no other venue is available to us (due to Covid19) we have no alternative but to postpone until venues reopen for public use. A new date will be advised.
Annual Governance and Accountability Return [7th May 2021]
We have published our Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) for the financial year 01/04/20 - 31/03/21. View the Public Rights Notice, the completed AGAR and the Internal Audit Report on the Finances and Audits Page of our website.
We're recruiting for a Clerk [19th March 2021] (Note this vacancy is now closed and filled)
We are seeking a new Clerk to join the Council. See our Vacancies page for further information.
Call for Sites and Meeting Update [25th February 2021]
Thank you to everybody that attended our Extraordinary Parish Council Meeting on 24th February and to everybody who sent us emails with their views about the Call for Sites, It was wonderful to see so many residents in attendance and reiterated what a wonderful community we live in. The minutes of the meeting, which provide a summary of the items that were considered, can be found here and the graph referenced in the minutes, which shows residents views by common themes, is below. The methodology referenced by Mr Palmer can be viewed here. If any residents have any further comments to make regarding Site 28NH and the Parish Council’s response to LDC, we ask you to provide these to the Parish Council by midnight on Sunday 28th February. The comments that would be most useful are those which provide local knowledge and intelligence about the site and surrounding area and why it is deemed unsuitable for development; the Parish Council can then feed these back to LDC in our response along with the comments already received. We will publish our response in full on our website after it has been submitted.
Call for Sites Update [23rd February 2021]
The Parish Council is aware of extensive comments on social media regarding the recent 'call-for-sites' by Lewes District Council. This land has been submitted to us as part of the District Council’s Land Availability Assessment in the formation of the Local Plan. As part of this process they must assess suitability, availability and achievability. The land has been submitted automatically because it was historically considered; it may be the case that the land is both unavailable and deemed unsuitable, however the District Council has to consider it as part of the drive from central Government to ensure that 'no stone is left unturned’. We would like to reassure residents that this is the first stage of the Local Plan production and by no means a done-deal. Consultation with Land Owners will be undertaken followed by a full public consultation. We have spoken with the Managing Agent at Glynde Estates, who own the land, who has confirmed that they have not submitted this land as part of this call-for-sites. The Parish Council are aware that this is a conservation area and we have already received many comments via email which will be raised at tomorrow’s meeting. If you haven’t already, please do send us your views to parishcouncil@southheighton-pc.org.uk or attend the virtual meeting tomorrow (details on our agenda here) and rest assured that we will be representing the whole community and ensuring your views are passed on.
Call for Sites [19th February 2021]
The Chairman of South Heighton Parish Council has called an Extraordinary Meeting on 24th February 2021 to give the Council an opportunity to consider the Lewes District Council 'Call for Sites'. Lewes District Council have commenced the preparation of their next Local Plan which is timetabled for adoption by the end of 2023. As part of the early stages of the Local Plan preparation, the 'Call for Sites' is where Landowners put forward their suggestions for sites to be considered in the plan. Land put forward will not automatically make it into the plan, it will first go through a rigorous and objective assessment of capability. There will be a full public consultation on the Local Plan and the sites put forward, towards the end of the year. During the meeting on 24th February, Councillors will be asked to consider the site(s) proposed and will be asked to share their local knowledge so that officers have the factual information they need to assess each site.
The Parish of South Heighton and Norton has 1 site submitted (28NH) with a potential capacity for 70 dwellings. You can view the map and site location here along with the LDC Briefing Note.
Residents will have their opportunity to respond directly to the proposed sites later in the year. In the meantime, as your representatives, we would be happy to hear from any residents who have local knowledge or would like to express their views on the proposed site 28NH which we can take into consideration when providing our response to LDC. You can send us your views by email to parishcouncil@southheighton-pc.org.uk or you can attend our virtual meeting on 24th February and tell us your views in the public speaking session at the start of the meeting. You can find the meeting log-on details on our agenda here.
The Parish of South Heighton and Norton has 1 site submitted (28NH) with a potential capacity for 70 dwellings. You can view the map and site location here along with the LDC Briefing Note.
Residents will have their opportunity to respond directly to the proposed sites later in the year. In the meantime, as your representatives, we would be happy to hear from any residents who have local knowledge or would like to express their views on the proposed site 28NH which we can take into consideration when providing our response to LDC. You can send us your views by email to parishcouncil@southheighton-pc.org.uk or you can attend our virtual meeting on 24th February and tell us your views in the public speaking session at the start of the meeting. You can find the meeting log-on details on our agenda here.
Census is coming! [12th February 2021]
The Census is a unique survey that takes place every 10 years in England and Wales. By taking part, you'll help inform decisions about services that shape your community. Things like healthcare, schools and colleges and public transport. This will be the first Census completed mainly online so you'll be making history too! You will shortly be receiving a letter with an access code and instructions to get you started. If you need help completing the survey there will be assistance online, over the phone, via social media or web-chat and you can also request a paper copy to fill in if you prefer. Follow the Census on their website and on social media by clicking on the links below and read the 'Census 2021 Your questions answered leaflet' [the below links will open an external website in a new window].
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Our Christmas Tree is staying up until February [14th January 2021]
You may have noticed that our beautiful Christmas Tree is still up on the village green. The Parish Council are following in the footsteps of English Heritage and keeping the tree in place until the 2nd February - a tradition that actually dates from the 17th Century! We think we all need a bit of light in these times and hope the tree brings residents some joy during January.
Press Release [16th December 2020]
Play area re-opening on 4th July! [3rd July 2020]
South Heighton Parish Council are pleased to report that, following the latest Government advice, the play area will be open from 4th July. We ask all users to carefully observe the new signs that will be displayed in the play area regarding social distancing and sanitation. A big thank you to Councillors Hazell, Julian, Hitchcock and Turner for spending a whole morning on Thursday 2nd July cleaning and sanitising all the play equipment and picnic benches and cutting back the brambles ready for re-opening.
Parish Council Accounts for the year ended 31st March 2020 [26th June 2020]
South Heighton Parish Council has published it's accounts for the year ended 31st March 2020. Click here to view the notice of public rights and the Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) for the period 1st April 2019 - 31st March 2020. Please note that the Accounting Statements are as yet unaudited by the external auditor PKF Littlejohn. As part of it's Annual Governance processes, the Council employs the services of an independent financial auditor to conduct an internal audit of the Council's internal controls, governance and finances; view the internal auditor's report for 2019-2020.
The Council is committed to ensuring it's finances and governance are as transparent as possible; to meet this commitment we display copies of quarterly financial updates to Council, internal audit reports, annual returns, our asset register and pertinent financial data on the Finances and Audits page of this website.
The Council is committed to ensuring it's finances and governance are as transparent as possible; to meet this commitment we display copies of quarterly financial updates to Council, internal audit reports, annual returns, our asset register and pertinent financial data on the Finances and Audits page of this website.
SHPC Response to ESFRS Consultation [19th June 2020]
ESFRS Consultation [16th June 2020]
Time is running out to respond to the East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service consultation 'Planning for a Safer Future'. The proposed plans affect everybody living in the local area and we urge all residents to respond to the survey. The closing date is this Friday 19th June and you can respond online, via phone or post. Visit the consultation website for more information: https://www.esfrs.org/safer-future/ [external link - opens in a new page].
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Alert! [3rd April 2020]
It has been brought to our attention that some residents have received a letter purporting to be from the South Heighton Resident's Association in which they are advised that they will be reported to the police for leaving their house. The Parish Council knows of no such organisation and would urge anybody who receives this letter to advise the police via 101. We strongly discourage direct action such as this which only serves to intimidate and scare residents who may be leaving their home for perfectly legitimate reasons. We do of course urge all residents to strictly adhere to the current social distancing guidelines and only go out when it is absolutely vital. If you feel you need extra help or support during this time, please contact the Lewes District Community Hub (01273 099956) who will be able to put you in touch with organisations that can offer support.
Covid-19 Update [23rd March 2020]
In line with the instructions issued by the UK Government on 23rd March 2020, the Parish Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday 24th March will be cancelled and no further meetings or non-essential Council activities, will be scheduled until we are advised otherwise. We will keep a close eye on government advice to local authorities and will provide any updates on this page and on our Facebook page.
Play Area
The government has ordered all play areas to be closed until further notice but for green spaces to remain open to facilitate daily exercise. The gate to the play area will be locked and the main play equipment will be cordoned off but the gate at the far end of the Hollow will remain open. We ask for your support and assistance in ensuring that your children do not play on the equipment until the government advice changes.
Further Information
Below is a list of sources of information that we recommend residents keep an eye on*.
*Please note that the below links will open in a separate browser window and are run by external organisations; the Parish Council accepts no responsibility for external content.
UK Government dedicated Covid-19 web page
Sign-up for email alerts about the UK Government Response
Latest updates from Public Health England
NHS Coronavirus web page
NHS 111 coronavirus symptom checker
Lewes District Council Covid-19 updates
We hope that all our residents and visitors keep safe and well over these next few weeks and months and we greatly look forward to normal business, and life, resuming soon.
Play Area
The government has ordered all play areas to be closed until further notice but for green spaces to remain open to facilitate daily exercise. The gate to the play area will be locked and the main play equipment will be cordoned off but the gate at the far end of the Hollow will remain open. We ask for your support and assistance in ensuring that your children do not play on the equipment until the government advice changes.
Further Information
Below is a list of sources of information that we recommend residents keep an eye on*.
*Please note that the below links will open in a separate browser window and are run by external organisations; the Parish Council accepts no responsibility for external content.
UK Government dedicated Covid-19 web page
Sign-up for email alerts about the UK Government Response
Latest updates from Public Health England
NHS Coronavirus web page
NHS 111 coronavirus symptom checker
Lewes District Council Covid-19 updates
We hope that all our residents and visitors keep safe and well over these next few weeks and months and we greatly look forward to normal business, and life, resuming soon.
A26 Flood Hotspot Surveys - January 2020
Click here to view the communication from Highways England regarding flood hotspot surveys being undertaken on the A26 at Beddingham in January 2020 which includes overnight road closures on 16th and 17th January 2020.
Titan Marine Planning Application Update - 24th October 2019
South Heighton Parish Council is pleased to report that planning applications SDNP-19-02722-FUL and WD/832/CM to extend the Titan Marine Recycling Yard into the South Downs National Park have been withdrawn. Thank you to all residents who submitted responses to these applications.
Public Notice of Conclusion of Audit - 19th September 2019
The external auditor, PKF Littlejohn, have completed their review of the Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) for South Heighton Parish Council for the year ended 31st March 2019. View the Notice of Conclusion of Audit, including rights of inspection. and the full AGAR for 2018-2019, including the external auditor report and certificate (section 3).
SHPC Response to the Titan Marine Recycling Yard Planning Application
At their meeting on 10th September 2019, South Heighton Parish Council resolved to strongly object to planning application SDNP/19/02722/FUL to extend the Titan Marine Recycling Yard on land North East of New Road Industrial Area. You can read our response here; a copy has also been uploaded to the SDNPA Planning Portal. Residents have until Monday 16th September to submit their views regarding this application. You can respond on the planning portal or email your views to planning@southdowns.gov.uk.
Planning Application - Titan Marine Recycling Yard
Please note that South Heighton Parish Council will be discussing the planning application to extend the Titan Marine Recycling Yard at their next meeting on Tuesday 10th September 2019 at South Heighton Village Hall from 7pm. Residents are welcome to attend the meeting and speak in the public speaking session prior to the main meeting. Please do take the time to let the Parish Council know your views on this applications so that we can respond on behalf of the whole community. The application can be viewed on the South Downs National Park Authority website here: Application SDNP/19/02722/FUL.
Sheep Worrying - 2nd August 2019
The Parish Council was very concerned to hear of the loss of multiple lambs and sheep at Norton Farm over the past few weeks due to dog attacks caused by irresponsible owners. You will see these posters in the village and near the footpaths and byways that lead to Norton Farm and we ask residents to be vigilant in reporting any incidents and to always keep your dogs on a lead around sheep.
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Urgent Tree Works at the Hollow
The Hollow Recreation Ground and Play Area will be CLOSED on the following dates due to essential tree works:
WEDNESDAY 17TH – THURSDAY 18TH JULY 08:00 – 16:30
MONDAY 22ND – WEDNESDAY 24TH JULY 08:00 – 16:30
The works are to remove several large willow trees. Removing trees is always a very last resort but is sometimes necessary to ensure public safety.
We thank you for your patience whilst the works are taking place. Please do not hesitate to contact the Parish Council if you have any queries regarding this work.
parishcouncil@southheighton-pc.org.uk – 07432 478248 – www.southheighton-pc.org.uk
WEDNESDAY 17TH – THURSDAY 18TH JULY 08:00 – 16:30
MONDAY 22ND – WEDNESDAY 24TH JULY 08:00 – 16:30
The works are to remove several large willow trees. Removing trees is always a very last resort but is sometimes necessary to ensure public safety.
We thank you for your patience whilst the works are taking place. Please do not hesitate to contact the Parish Council if you have any queries regarding this work.
parishcouncil@southheighton-pc.org.uk – 07432 478248 – www.southheighton-pc.org.uk
Notification of a Casual Vacancy - 8th July 2019
South Heighton Parish Council have a vacancy for the role of Councillor. View the Public Notice and further information about how to apply.
South Heighton Parish Council have a vacancy for the role of Councillor. View the Public Notice and further information about how to apply.
Annual Governance & Accountability Return - notice of public rights
Planning Application Consultation - Titan Marine Recycling Yard (5th June 2019)
We are aware that some residents have received a consultation letter from Lewes District Council regarding a planning application for the extension of the Titan Marine Recycling Yard within the New Road Industrial Area. This application has now been taken over by the South Downs National Park Authority and has been removed from the LDC Planning Website. You will not be able to make representations on the planning application via LDC. The SDNPA will re-submit planning consultation notices shortly and residents will need to submit responses to the SDNPA following this. The Parish Council will be discussing this application at the meeting after we receive the consultation letter (we are hoping it will be received by our next meeting on 25th June) and will be making representations on behalf of residents too. We will post more information on our facebook page, website and noticeboards about how you can let us know your views once we receive the planning consultation letter.
We are aware that some residents have received a consultation letter from Lewes District Council regarding a planning application for the extension of the Titan Marine Recycling Yard within the New Road Industrial Area. This application has now been taken over by the South Downs National Park Authority and has been removed from the LDC Planning Website. You will not be able to make representations on the planning application via LDC. The SDNPA will re-submit planning consultation notices shortly and residents will need to submit responses to the SDNPA following this. The Parish Council will be discussing this application at the meeting after we receive the consultation letter (we are hoping it will be received by our next meeting on 25th June) and will be making representations on behalf of residents too. We will post more information on our facebook page, website and noticeboards about how you can let us know your views once we receive the planning consultation letter.
2nd May 2019 Local Elections Update - View the Notice of Result of Uncontested Election for South Heighton Parish Council.
