Village News
WG History
F S Gray and T P Walsh There are two Commonwealth War Graves Commission headstones in St. Peter’s churchyard marking the last resting place of soldiers who died on the Home Front in the Second World War (there is a third, for a First World War...
STOP The Loxwood and Wisborough Green Solar Farm
Details given in the Campaign Group Leaflet circulated with the July Ad Vincula Magazine Planning permission has been applied for to build an industrial scale 100 acre solar park (equivalent to 60 football pitches) straddling Loxwood and Wisborough...
Wey & Arun Canal
Some Working Party News for June June saw more visits to Baldwin’s Knob Lock, where we finished off the raking out and re-grouting of the stone blocks of the entire lock chamber. This was a long job that we are pleased to say is now completed. With...
Neighbourhood Watch – News & Advice
Seven ways to spot and avoid a shopping scam Sometimes, a rogue retailer can be hard to spot, especially as freely available AI tools can be misused to create convincing images and product descriptions. If you're tempted by an offer you've seen...
Wisborough Green History Society
The Society meets in the Committee Room at the Village Hall on the second Tuesday of the month at 10.30am and occasionally at other places and times, and we warmly welcome new members. For further details, please call Paul Killingbeck on 01403...
Your Fete Needs You on 25th August
Can you help with: Set Up Help run a Stall Clear up Email or call to help keep the Fete running: Louise 01403 701102 or Clare 07824508833.
WG’s Neighbourhood Plan Review – Update & Call for Sites
This affects you so please read, it’s important. What is a Neighbourhood Plan? For those who don’t know, a Neighbourhood Plan (NP) is our village planning rule book. It’s the only protection our village can provide to retain a small degree of...
Village Flagpole
The village flagpole is managed by the Parish Council and in accordance with official flag-flying protocols. A village resident has been raising the flags for the village for nearly 50 years and receives national directives from the College of Arms...
RunWisborough – What a fabulous event
RunWisborough was held on the 8th June, the sun came out and so did the runners & the whole village which was great to see. The event had about 630 runners for the 10km &5km races and about 150 for the children’s colour run which was...
Thank You
Both Marion and I would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone, in both Parishes, for the incredible number of cards and messages, and the beautiful photos of our Church buildings, plus the two very generous contributions to our retirement...
Member of Parliament Update
I hope everyone is enjoying the start of summer and making the most of the longer days and local events. It’s also a good time to think about the services that support our communities throughout the year. I have previously mentioned how our local...
District Councillors Update
Dear Residents, Charles and I are writing to share our latest district council updates! We hope you are enjoying the better weather and longer nights! Local Updates Kirdford Pavilion: Congratulations to Kirdford on the opening of their new...
The Gardener’s Calendar
Things to do in the garden this month by Ian Clemens Dead-head annuals and perennials to avoid self-seeding and to encourage prolonged flowering. Take cuttings from your favourite tender plants for over-wintering indoors. Cuttings can also still be...
WG Horticultural Society
Members of the Horticultural Society had a most enjoyable afternoon at the Seed Swap on 30th May in a beautiful garden with seeds, ideas and general chat swapped over delicious tea and cakes, and we look forward to holding the event again next year...
Recipe of the month
Whipped Feta Dip I Ingredients: (Can easily be doubled up depending on how many you are catering for!) Block of feta cheese Tub of soured cream Black pepper 1 Tbsp Olive oil 1 Hand full dill 1 tsp Dried oregano ½ Lemon juice and zest Topping...
Women’s Institute
Thursday 3rd July is a special ‘open’ evening where we will be having a presentation by Dr Ian Goodall and The Story of the Development of Vaccines. This is our fundraising evening and everyone is welcome, husbands, neighbours, friends etc. Tickets...
Village Hall News
The hall’s catering facilities were greatly improved when the hall was extended and refurbished in 2021. For most hirers, the servery is all that is needed. This contains plates, cups and cutlery and has a sink, a water heater, fridge and a...
County Cllr. Janet Duncton Writes
I thought this month there are a few statistics that you may find of interest at least they will give you some idea of the amount of work that is going on. Operation watershed has been a boon for Parishes for some years now. Since it was set up...
Wisborough Green Minibus
Wisborough Green Division Registered Charity No: 1173818 To use the minibus you need to be a member of the Minibus Association. The annual membership is currently FREE to December 2025. MEMBERSHIP IS OPEN TO ALL Calling All Wisborough Green...
The Renegades
Renegades have aweigh to go! Expect waves of laughter and a hull of a good time all round as the Renegades and Rascals Youth Clubs have finally taken possession of their first sailing boat. “It’s fantastically exciting,” says Group Leader Gareth...
Village Hall Monthly Draw Club
The winner of the September draw is Mike Akers who wins £75. The winner of the 2nd prize of £20 is Dottie Smith. The next draw will take place on Thursday 10th July 2025. Mew members always welcome. First prize each month is £50 which is increased...
Wisborough Green Primary School News
In May we were very excited to open our new Sensory Room! A huge thank you to Optio Group, facilitated by Insiyah Davenport, for their very generous donation which has enabled us to completely update and transform this space! The Sensory Room plays...
WG Short Mat Bowls Club
The club meets in the Village Hall every Monday (2pm to 4pm) and is a small friendly group of mixed ages and abilities. Since starting up in 2009, the club has grown in both strength and numbers with a current membership of over 30. We played a...
Family Support Work News
Dear Friends, With half term at the end of May we have seen several Practitioners run activity days encouraging parents and children to spend time together building those bonds that keep a family strong. At the same time we have seen the number of...
St Peter’s Task Force
St Peter's 'Task Force' The Churchyard at St Peter’s is an historic record of successive generations, a home for funerary monuments of architectural and aesthetic excellence, a setting for the church itself and a place for reflection and prayer. ...
Village Hall Monthly Draw Club
The winner of the May draw is Chris Edwards who wins £50. The winner of the 2nd prize of £20 is David Luxford The next draw will take place on Thursday 5th June 2025 New members always welcome. To join, please contact Keith Carter at:...
District Council updates direct to your phone!
Finding out information about local council services – including receiving recycling and waste collection day reminders – has never been easier, thanks to our free Chichester District Council app, which is available from the Apple Store and Google...
WANTED – New Editor for Ad Vincula
Do you value your Parish Magazine? Do you want it to continue? If so, we need volunteers to come forward to help As most of you know, Wisborough Green's Parish Magazine, "Ad Vincula", is produced monthly and hand delivered FREE of charge to every...
August Bank Holiday Fete
Plans are all coming together for our Village Fete on Monday 25th August, on the village green from 1 pm - SAVE THE DATE. It's the place to be, so don't miss out. Don't forget the Horticultural Show in the Village Hall opening at 2 pm. If you would...