Willingdon Residents Association

21/04/2026

Very many thanks to all those residents who supported our Willingdon and Jevington Parish Council Assembly Meeting last night.
An interesting talk was given by Andrew Turner, Head of Highways which was much appreciated and for answering all the questions put to him.
It was also good to have our PCSO Lauren Tilbury in attendance who was also willing to answer any questions.
Once again it was a pleasure to be able to present so many grant cheques to local worthy causes which we have done for many years now.
Attached photos of some of the cheque recipients (22 in all) - Trevor Weeks, Wildlife rescue and Ambulance Service, Jill Parker JPK (& Jevington Church) and Trevor Amey of St Mary the Virgin Parish Church.

16/04/2026

Key points from the talks at WLLRA AGM held on15/04/2026
PCSO Lauren Tilbury provided an update and advised that Sussex Police were doing specific work in Seven Sisters Road after a few road related incidents. They are in discussion with East Sussex Highways to introduce traffic calming measures.
Veolia – Recycling : Fascinating talk and videos presented by two representatives. The company does most of the recycling for East Sussex and Brighton and Hove.
They have several plants in the area:
Newhaven- non recycling items – household waste – converts non recycling waste into energy for the national grid. Approximately 16000 mega watts a year which equates to enough energy to power 20000 to 25000 households a year . It also powers the facilities at Newhaven
Woodland – Whitesmith: garden and food waste : All garden waste and now food waste collected is used to create compost . The lower grade compost is given to farmers in the area to use on their farms. The better grade version is sold as peat free compost(Pro-Grow) and is available for purchase online or via household waste items sites. Glass goes to another company in Kent for recycling
Hollingdean materials recovery – Brighton- Household recycling - - this is broken down and used locally or sent to be processed into new raw materials
Hazard!! Residents are reminded to recycle batteries separately. Failure to do so results in fires at the plant which endangers the staff and facilities. There is a fire every month caused by batteries .
In addition, Veolia offers guided tours for groups and a Wonder Day activity where members of the public can book to see how the sites work: https://www.southdowns.veolia.co.uk/community.

Information supplied by Dionne Daniel

16/04/2026

09/04/2026

MUSIC IN THE PARK SUNDAY 7 JUNE 2026 - COME AND JOIN US! A GREAT DAY OUT FOR ALL THE FAMILY.

10/03/2026

The Parish Council elections are due next year. New blood is needed for our PC, this could be your opportunity to learn more!

We are pleased to endorse a new free online course to help anyone thinking of standing as a parish or town councillor.

30/01/2026

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY
This year's popular MUSIC IN THE PARK Event at Huggetts Lane Rec is on SUNDAY 7 JUNE. Further details to follow in due course.

12/01/2026

💡 Could your project benefit from this funding? 🏃‍♂️

We fund activities that help people move more – from gentle exercise to adapted sessions and creative local projects.

Up to £5,000 available.
📅 Apply by 30 Jan 2026
✉️ [email protected]

05/01/2026

A Belated Happy New Year to everyone. Sorry but illness prevented posting of this sentiment before. Hope everyone else has stayed well and enjoyed the festive season.

14/12/2025

The Churchyard (in Church Street) Nativity is on 19th. We have Mary Joseph and Baby and 3 kings . If anyone fancies being a shepherd it would be lovely. We have costumes. If you can, please contact me on 07713097661.
Dc Sue