Youth pizza night Thursday 24th September
The next youth event at Robertsbridge Youth Centre is taking place on Thursday 24th September.
Book your places – email the organisers at gro.troppushcaertuoxessus@ofni
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© Rich TervetPolice visit this Friday 11th September
If you wish to discuss any policing issues drop along to Robertsbridge Club between 10 and 11am this Friday 11th September.
This is one of a number of police community events across the district. You will be able to obtain crime prevention advice, meet your local policing team officers, ask questions, and share your concerns; as well as an opportunity to discuss and hear first-hand how Sussex Police are tackling issues in our neighbourhood.
Local Government Reorganisation on hold
On Monday the Government announced that local government reorganisation is on hold in East Sussex. Rother District Council have issued the following statement:
“I know many people will be wondering what this means for Rother after all the work that has been taking place over recent months.
“I want to reassure everyone that, while we wait for further information from Government, there will be no immediate changes for our council or the services we provide.
“In the meantime, I will be working with colleagues from the other district and borough councils, as well as East Sussex County Council, to ensure decisions on LGR are evidence-based and in the best interests of local people.
“We will be seeking to understand how Rother and other areas in East Sussex will be involved in the review and the new timescales we are expected to work towards.”
In July, the Government announced that, subject to Parliamentary approval, a modified version of the One East Sussex proposal for unitary local government in East Sussex would be implemented.
Under those plans, from April 2028 Rother District Council, together with the county’s four other district and borough councils and East Sussex County Council, would be replaced by a single unitary authority. The Government also proposed expanding Brighton & Hove City Council to include East Saltdean, Peacehaven and Telscombe”.
A21 works at Borzell north of Hurst Green
National Highways have notified us that they will be carrying out stabilisation works to the embankment on the A21 at Boarzell, near Hurst Green. The works will be carried out in two phases and includes vegetation clearance, planting of willow poles which will grow into trees and the installation of safety barriers. To undertake these works safely, there will be two-way temporary traffic lights from the B2099 junction at Swiftsden heading north up the A21 for approximately 300 metres, 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday only from 15th September to 9 November. They will be returning in January 2027 for phase two to plant the Willow poles.
For more information contact National Highways on 0300 123 5000 or email ku.oc.syawhgihlanoitan@ofni
Join us for a September stroll. Book now
Robertsbridge Footpath Group is leading 2 walks from our 20 local walks published on this website as part of the High Weald Walking Festival on Saturday 12th September. For more details take a look at the High Weald Walking Festival website.
Quick access to your local libraries
Your East Sussex Library card is free. You can sign up online right now or just walk into any branch with proof of address. Books, audiobooks, digital magazines, free wifi, events, study spaces and more. Join for free in minutes at East sussex public library
Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner Annual Safer in Sussex Survey
This survey seeks views from Sussex residents on:
- How safe you feel in Sussex
- How easy it is to access police services (in person and online)
- Future changes to policing – including use of technology and governance arrangements.
Feedback from the survey will help inform local policing priorities, influence national conversations on policing reform, and ensure Sussex Police remains visible, accessible and effective to the public.
Are you at risk of fire?
On Friday evening there was a serious fire in the centre of the village. We would like to thank those who, along with the fire service, stepped up to help. East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service have been leafleting those who live close to the fire offering a free home safety visit. This service is available to all residents. Call 0800 177 7069 to arrange a visit.
Wildfire order now in force in Rother public spaces
Please note this new order is in force for 2 months, unless discharged earlier, in all public spaces owned by Rother or any Parish Council in Rother, including Robertsbridge Recreation Ground and Pocket Park, Bishops Meadow, Pipers Field and Jubilee Garden. For the full document go to our website open spaces page
It will be reviewed on 14th September
Street Lights Not Working? Please Let Us Know
If you notice a street light in Salehurst or Robertsbridge that’s flickering, completely out or on during the daytime, please send us a quick message (fill in a contact us form on our website) with the location and the lamp post number. Now we have invested in LED lighting we have far fewer issues. The main one is when a power cut or surge leaves the light on all day. We are aware of the ones with issues in Bellhurst Road, Langham Road and Heathfield Gardens and our contractor is dealing with them.
