Hurstpierpoint & Sayers Common Parish Council

07/09/2026

We have been advised by West Sussex County Council that the below road is due to be closed on the dates and times specified for Carriageway Resurfacing. An alternative route for traffic will be signed on site. Please note that these works are weather dependant, we will endeavour to inform you should there be significant changes to the programme.

This road closure is covered by the 14.1 order made on 11th January 2026.

Road NameLocationDate (from and to)Timing of Closure High Hatch Lane, HurstpierpointFrom Gatehouse Lane to approximately 20m south of Pomper Lane14/09/2026 to 17/09/202608:00 to 17:00

If you have any questions regarding this specific closure please contact [email protected]. Further

04/09/2026

Parish Council Final Response to draft District Plan Changes
The draft Mid Sussex District Plan (2021 to 2040) is currently being examined by a government-appointed Planning Inspector.
As part of the examination, the Inspector is currently consulting on some proposed changes to the Plan. The changes mean that the proposed housing numbers for Hurstpierpoint, Sayers Common and Albourne will increase to nearly 6,000 new homes over the life of the Plan.
The consultation closes at midnight on Monday 7th September 2026 and the Parish Council encourages everyone to submit their comments. The Parish Council’s final response can be viewed in full on our website: https://www.hurstpierpoint-pc.gov.uk/parish-council-response-to-draft-district-plan-change-2/
Comments on the draft Mid Sussex District Plan can be sent to: Planning Policy, Mid Sussex District Council, Oaklands, Oaklands Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1SS, or by email to [email protected]
Comments can also be submitted using the MSDC Web Page: https://www.midsussex.gov.uk/.../district-plan-review.../

The draft Mid Sussex District Plan (2021 to 2040) is currently being examined by a government-appointed Planning Inspector. As part of the examination, the Inspector is currently consulting on some proposed changes to the Plan.  The changes mean that the proposed housing numbers for Hurstpierpoint,...

04/09/2026

Be aware that our Annual Meadow cuts will be taking place in Hurst Meadows from 7th September 2026 to 17th September 2026.

Please keep your dogs on a lead.’

28/08/2026

Parish Council Response to draft District Plan Changes

The draft Mid Sussex District Plan (2021 to 2040) is currently being examined by a government-appointed Planning Inspector.

As part of the examination, the Inspector is currently consulting on some proposed changes to the Plan. The changes mean that the proposed housing numbers for Hurstpierpoint, Sayers Common and Albourne will increase to nearly 6,000 new homes over the life of the Plan.

The consultation closes at midnight on Monday 7th September 2026 and the Parish Council encourages everyone to submit their comments. The Parish Council’s draft response and appendices can be viewed in full on our website: https://www.hurstpierpoint-pc.gov.uk/parish-council-response-to-draft-district-plan-change/

Comments on the draft Mid Sussex District Plan can be sent to: Planning Policy, Mid Sussex District Council, Oaklands, Oaklands Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1SS, or by email to [email protected]

Comments can also be submitted using the MSDC Web Page: https://www.midsussex.gov.uk/planning-building/mid-sussex-district-plan/district-plan-review-examination/

The draft Mid Sussex District Plan (2021 to 2040) is currently being examined by a government-appointed Planning Inspector. As part of the examination, the Inspector is currently consulting on some proposed changes to the Plan.  The changes mean that the proposed housing numbers for Hurstpierpoint,...

26/08/2026

Some fantastic news from our Hurst Meadows butterfly monitoring volunteers!

18/08/2026

West Sussex County Council want your views to help shape a greener, more resilient future for our county. They are working with district and borough councils on plans to reduce the amount of carbon which is produced and released into the atmosphere in West Sussex, and ways to help us prepare for the increasing impacts of a changing climate.

Please see their post for more information and to have your say, the consultation closes on 27th September 2026.

We’d like to know what you think about our plans to make our communities greener and more attractive places. 💚
Take part in our consultation and tell us what you think about our climate change plans, which include measures to protect our natural environment and local wildlife.
Link in comments below 👇🏼

18/08/2026

***TODAY at Court Bushes Community Hub 2pm-4pm***

Lots of FREE activities on offer:

Tons of Sound - Music & DJ Workshops

Circus Allstars - Circus Skills

Jolf Golf - Fun Golf Course

Wish Works Puppets Show

Music Bus - Music & rhymes for babies & children

Creative Painting with Rosa

Badge Making with Poponin

Catkin & Conker - Nature Arts & Crafts

Arts & crafts with Kirsty

Basketball Skills with Drew

Happy Hockey – Hockey games & activities

Free refreshments The Point Church

Kiddie Capers Nursery – messy play

Brick Library – build, play, learn, connect

Police

First Aid + demonstrations

04/08/2026

⚠️ Wasps Nest - Millennium Gardens ⚠️

A wasps nest has been found in the wood carving frog. The area is taped off and pest control has been called.

Please pass with caution.

- Parish Council

03/08/2026

WILDFIRE RISK.

The remains of this fire were found on South Avenue Recreation Ground this morning, and we often find similar scenes in Tilley's Copse and Hurst Meadows, particularly near the Millennium Garden.

PLEASE speak to your young people about the risks of wildfires. These not only pose a risk to people, property, wildlife and the environment, but also place significant pressure on emergency services.

West Sussex Fire & Rescue service is urging people to take extra precautions as the risk of wildfires remains very high across the county. 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 ci******es, disposable barbecues or campfires, can develop into significant incidents that spread rapidly, especially during hot, dry and windy weather.

Visit https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/news/help-us-prevent-wildfires-in-west-sussex/ to read more about how you can do your bit to reduce these risks.

31/07/2026

We are so fortunate to have such a thriving High Street with a diverse range of shops, restaurants, cafes bars and pubs.

The next time you need a small top up shop, a card, a birthday gift or some flowers, please consider supporting our local traders.