Join our adults Weekly Art Club or book a fun Party with Paint
CHILDREN
ADULTS
Lunch Qi Gong Days Out
Afternoon Tea Knitting
After School & Saturday Classes Art Classes
Watercolour Painting
Singing Baking
Crafting & Creating
Private Art Lessons Private Art Lessons
School Holiday Workshops Workshops
Dancing Games Fun with the Children 2-4pm at The Union Church
Arty Parties Party with Paint 07482 261006
Uniting generations in the glorious setting of Heathfield Park Cricket Club, The Pavilion, Old Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 9AE
Uniting generations in the glorious setting of Heathfield Park Cricket Club, The Pavilion, Old Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 9AE 10-3.30pm Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
GCSE Tutoring Art Club Studio @ Vines Cross
10-4pm Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
Art Classes For All Ages
If you would love to come along or know someone that would Call Rachel on 07971 032667
If you would love to come along or know someone that would Call Rachel on 07971 032667 www.youngatheart.me.uk Follow us
MARIA SMITH SPORTS & REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPY
We meet 2nd Saturday of every month at Horam Village Hall TN21 0JE (A267)
How can sports massage help you? -relieves tension -eases sore/tight muscles -improves circulation -improves joint mobility -enhances wellbeing -increase flexibility & range of motion
Next Session 11th November 2023 - 9.30-12 noon
Next Session 8th June 2023 - 9.30-11am
We hope to see you! Help us preserve our environment and dent our throw-away culture. Everyone is welcome - Yummy home-baked cakes & refreshments while you wait!
Fully air conditioned studio in Horam or mobile service available. Appointments: 1 hour = £40 45 minutes = £35
Items we repair include: computers, electrical items, cycles, minor mechanical problems, furniture and small sewing repairs
On most occasions we will be able to repair: computers - electrical items - cyclesminor mechanical problems - furniture - small sewing repairs
Each massage caters for your needs – relax and unwind!
Everyone is welcome - join us for home-baked cakes & refreshments
Visit www.wealden.gov.uk/gardenwaste by midnight on 16 July to sign-up or renew and be entered into a free prize draw. Seven lucky winners will be randomly selected to win back their subscription fee*.
New subscription year 1 August 2025 to 31 July 2026
✓ Pay in full by debit or credit card.
✓ You can request up to four bins at £64** per bin.
✓ If you don’t have internet access, please call Customer Services on 01323 443322.
✓ You will be sent a licence sticker to attach to each brown bin. This should arrive within 10 working days of payment.
Please renew by 16 July to avoid any disruption to your service
Find further information about our garden waste service including what can be collected, how the garden waste is composted and the terms and conditions at: www.wealden.gov.uk/recycling/garden-waste-service
* Full terms and conditions at: www.wealden.gov.uk/recycling/garden-waste-service
** New customers signing up before 17 July will also be charged for the last quarter of the current subscription year.
Chimney Sweep
Sadly, due to Victorian health & safety regulations, only children of under 14” shoulder measurement may be employed.
A Clean Sweep - your local chimney sweep
Make sure your fireplace is safe with a professional sweep.
• All types of residential chimneys swept.
• Wood & multi-fuel stoves cleaned and serviced.
• Inspection & preparation of all chimneys for stove installation.
• Bird guards & cowls fitted.
• RSPB nominated bird removal man for East Sussex.
• Smoke test & certification for every sweep.
• Member of Association of Professional Independent Chimney Sweeps (APICS).
• Now certified woodburner installer.
Ross Atabey on 01435 812153/07941 315214
Email: acleansweep009@gmail.com
acleansweephoram
Gas Boiler Servicing from £100+ VAT
Oil Boiler Servicing from £120+ VAT
Gas Safety Certificate from £60+ VAT
l Great Value & High Quality Own Brand Pet Food
l Loyalty Card for Added Value!
l Wide Range of Frozen Products
l Good Range of Pet Beds
l Burns - Skinners - Natural Instinct
Paleo Ridge - Natures Menu
James WellBeloved - Nutriment Plus Many More!
l Many Varieties of Wild Bird Food & Feeders
l Online Shop with Click & Collect in store Local Delivery
Opening Times Mon - Fri 9am-4pm Saturday 10am - 2pm Sunday 10am - 2pm Bank Holidays 10am - 4pm
HEATHFIELD SILVER BAND
We are looking for new members in all sections. Did you use to play a brass instrument and gave it up for some reason? Or, if you have never played we can teach you. We offer free instrument loan and free tuition. Why not give us a try? Be part of a friendly group of people and enjoy a new challenge. There are no grades required and we are non-contesting. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings at our bandroom in Alexandra Road, Heathfield. Call 01435 817201 to discuss joining HSB, www.heathfieldsilverband.com
We are very lucky to have such an amazing charity locally that cares for our wildlife. WRAS are always grateful for donations of towels, pillow slips, blankets and cat food. These items can be left at: Unit 8, The Shaw Barn, Whitesmith, BN8 6JD.
Why not visit their charity shop in Eastbourne? 01323 643111. Any animal in trouble call 0781 50 78234, for anything else call 01825 873003.
PODIATRIST
& CHIROPODIST
Over 13 years NHS experience Mara Ragaiolo BSc (Hons) Podiatry
HCPC registered and a member of the College of Podiatry
Now at Horam Healthcare Clinic, High Street, Horam TN21 0EL
All aspects of Podiatry and Chiropody including: Nail Cutting, Ingrowing Toenails, Corns and Callus, Verrucae Therapies, Foot Pain, & Diabetic Footcare and Assessment.
Payment by Cash, Cheque or Bank Transfer.
To book an appointment with Mara at Horam Healthcare Clinic Tel: Pauline on 01435 866227 where you can also leave a message at anytime.
Home Visiting Service also available.
To book a Home Visit with Mara call 07703156799 or email tmfootcare@mail.com
GARDENING DIARY
"A
dripping June brings all in tune"
Gardeners and farmers alike are hoping the proverb cited above comes to pass, as we have now had nearly two months with no appreciable rainfall. It will come of course, and the way our weather seems nowadays, it will probably mean twelve weeks' worth in a morning. And on the first morning of Wimbledon, no doubt.
We have here repeated the opening paragraph of last June's diary; dry Springtimes are recurring ever more frequently. Plentiful water butts seem the order of the day.
June is one of the more pleasing months of the gardener's year; The blooms of spring may have faded but in their place is a wealth of summer blossom. By mid-month we may give in the urge to drive the mower over the old daffodil foliage, this two month stay of execution will help the bulbs build up for next winter. The season of the sucking and biting pests is in full swing so to allow for a good night's sleep, the diligent gardener must wage unceasing war on insect pests. If aphides and caterpillars are allowed to multiply unchecked they will wreak havoc in the flower garden and amongst the vegetable and fruit crops. Straightforward washing-up liquid and water in a spray bottle will work for aphids and the collecting of caterpillars may be profitably delegated to the underemployed youths and children we may uncover about the house.
It is at this time of year that the benefits of that deep and thorough winter digging begin to show; drought has nothing like the same effect on thoroughly prepared ground as it has on shallow soil hastily dug to the depth of a mere few inches.
Planting-out of summer bedding may be carried on, room for growth should be allowed when planting, water until established.
Our minds may now be turning towards displays for next spring. Wallflowers, fox gloves, sweet william, forget-me-nots and canterbury bells may be sown now in finely prepared beds to give them as long as possible to grow before planting out in autumn. Staking and tying and the feeding of plants that are actually in bud and bloom are other tasks which demand our attention; A heavy June downpour will quickly lay any tall plants face down and spread-eagled across the lawn, always a chastening sight.
Be alert to suckers growing from the bases of roses, they usually have more thorn and leaf than an ordinary stem and should be removed on sight.
GARDENING DIARY
We may not be afeard to thin out crowded stems of such plants as Rudbeckia, Helianthus, Michaelmas Daisies, Phloxes and Solidagos. A few strong stems will make a far better display than overcrowded clumps. No faded flower heads should be allowed to remain on Rhododendrons and Azaeleas, snapping them off above the foliage will free the new growth and the buds will thus be freed from restraint and begin at once to grow vigorously. Yellowing leaves on the aforesaid plants may indicate a liming of the soil which should be corrected with an acidifier. Any black bristly buds that won't open must be removed and burnt. Old Paeony flowers should also be removed, though one may wish to keep a few seed pods on the old types which make useful material for dried-flower displays at Christmas.
In the vegetable garden we may continue to remove all unwanted runners in the strawberry bed. Seeds of French and runner beans may still be sown, that deep trench of organic matter the reader dug in some months ago will pay back with a heavy crop. Lettuce, radishes and spinach can still be sown for succession. Maincrop Turnips and Swedes around the middle of the month. Plant brussel sprouts, broccoli, kale, cabbage, cauliflowers, sprouting broccoli and savoys as the ground becomes available. Continue with the thinning of previously sown crops; overcrowding in the nursery bed will produce thin and straggling specimens which will never regain their figures. Earth-up Potatoes little and often, as growth proceeds.
We should cease cutting Asparagus around the middle of the month and give the bed some nourishment to encourage strong top growth of the remaining stems.
That hoe should be stirring the soil from time to time to break up any panned surfaces and keep the soil from drying out and baking hard. No Hoers' Elbow please.
During the summer months plants in pots should be watered every day, regardless of the weather and given a liquid feed once a week.
If we have kept up to speed with jobs through winter and spring we should soon have a thoroughly effulgent garden, one fit to make our neighbours green with envy, calling for just some minor daily pottering, so allowing us the time to enjoy long pipes in the sunshine, listening to the summer noises of bees buzzing at safe distance and on the wireless the happy sound of both Indian and West Indian wickets a-falling.
NEWS FROM NUS GHANI
I’m incredibly proud that Sussex Weald is home to such a huge variety of unique, award-winning, globally reaching businesses, which are the backbone of our economy and key providers of valuable job opportunities.
I continue working with the Crowborough, Hailsham and Heathfield Chambers of Commerce and meet their representatives regularly to discuss what more can be done to support our local entrepreneurs. In April, I was delighted to join Crowborough Mayor Cllr Matthew Street and Crowborough and District Chamber of Commerce President Louise Harrington in opening the Crowborough Business Expo, which is an annual event hosted by the Crowborough and District Chamber of Commerce. This year, it brought together a diverse range of local service providers, charities and businesses of all sizes, old and new, for an opportunity to promote their work to the local community, network and connect with potential customers. It was great to see so many local companies and charities getting involved, many of whom I’ve been working with closely for years.
I’m always amazed by the expertise of our local businesses, who not only supply domestically, but also export their unique products overseas and contribute a great deal to international markets and advanced manufacturing supply chain. At the Business Expo, there were over 35 businesses present, many of whom spoke to me or have been in touch since to share concerns about the recent announcement by President Trump’s administration to impose a new tariff regime on UK-made products.
I know from casework and in-person meetings and surgeries that this issue is hugely important and worrying to our local businesses, for many of whom the United States is a key export market. I appreciate that the situation is fluid and that since the initial announcement, the imposition of these tariffs has been paused for 90 days. However, I recognise that if resumed, the new tariff regime would have a devastating impact on some of our small local companies and lead to job losses and risk of closures.
I continue to follow the matter closely and continue to provide support on individual cases, but additionally, I would also like to encourage all local businesses who may be impacted by potential tariffs to let me know via a platform on my website: www. nusghani.org.uk/tariffs.
Nurturing Well-Being in June
As June arrives, nature bursts into full bloom in East Sussex. The long, light-filled days invite us to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect, not only with the land around us but with ourselves. This is a beautiful time to reawaken our sense of balance and vitality.
At Nook and Nourish, we believe that true health is about wholeness, mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual. June is the perfect month to align with the natural energy of growth and renewal. Whether it’s an early morning walk along our beautiful cuckoo trail or further afield on the South Downs, a mindful breath in the garden, or simply sipping tea in silence, this season encourages us to slow down and listen to our bodies.
Many of us carry hidden stress or unspoken grief, which can manifest physically and emotionally. That’s why our approach blends fascia release, breathwork, movement, and somatic work, supporting the nervous system in feeling safe enough to soften, stretch, and heal. We know healing doesn’t always come from ‘doing more,’ but often from doing differently.
This June, lets focus on nourishment, we’re offering walk and talk in the woods, morning meditations, fascial maneuvres for movement and stress release, small group sessions and one-to-ones in our peaceful studio at Burnt Oak Farm, a space to pause, reset, and reconnect with your strength. Whether you’re navigating change, rebuilding after challenge, or simply seeking space to breathe, you’re warmly welcome at Nook and Nourish. Let’s take this month to honour the light, the growth, and the healing that’s possible; together.
Planning a move later in the year? Now is the perfect time to get your home market ready!
The garden’s coming to life, the sun’s out your home will look its absolute best in photos taken now, so everything’s ready to go when the time is right.
It also means that if you suddenly fall in love with a new home, you can be on the market with the click of a button — no stress, no rush. Want to know what’s involved? Just give me a call I’d love to help.
WHAT’S ON IN JUNE
Tinkers Park’s 59th Annual Steam Traction Engine Rally, Sunday 1st , 10am –5pm, Tinkers Park, TN22 4HS, Adults £10, Children £2.00 - CASH ONLY
Raystede Tack Sale, The Broyle, Lewes, BN8 5AJ, Sunday 1st, 10am – 12pm, All proceeds go directly towards helping the animals in our care. Entry is free but please make sure to book a ticket in advance at www.raystede.org
Heathfield 10K, Sunday 15th, 1oam, Join us for the Heathfield 10k, the fifth event of the 2025 series. For more details see the Heathfield Runners: https://www.heathfieldrunners.club/eventsandresults
The Tanners, Live at Lakeside Horam, Saturday 21st, 7pm.
Village Fete, Hurst Green Village Hall, Saturday 21st, 12pm, We are pleased to confirm the date for this year's fete! bring your family and friends along, enjoy the local crafts, bouncy castle, coconut shy, splat the rat, welly wanging, tombola and much, much more.
Food, Drink & Makers Festival, Saturday 28th, 11am – 3pm, East Sussex National, Little Horsted, Uckfield. Join us for a fantastic day in our stunning grounds as we celebrate the best of local food, drink, and craft! FREE entry – Voluntary donations to the Children’s Respite Trust are welcome on arrival.
The Broyle Country Show, The Broyle, Ringmer, Saturday 28th & 29th 10am – 5pm, Join us for an exciting event in 2025! provides a great weekend out for all the family, young and old alike, with over 700 exhibits from all over the country.
Super Car Sunday 29th, 10am. Supercars, F1 displays, Live Music and entertainment for the whole family!
www.DreamMachinesEvents.co.uk
Uniting generations in the glorious setting of Heathfield Park Cricket Club
The Pavilion Old Heathfield East Sussex TN21 9AE TUESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY 10am - 3.30pm
Lunch Qi Gon Days Out
Afternoon Tea Knitting Watercolour Painting
Singing Baking Crafting & Creating
Dancing Games Fun with the Children
Dancing & Bingo 2-4pm every 2nd & 4th Thursday at The Union Church Heathfield
We hope everyone had a fantastic time on Saturday, 3rd May, as we came together to celebrate VE80. It was wonderful to see so many residents joining in to mark this historic milestone.
The celebrations began with a delightful performance from My Favourite Things, whose vintage songs set the perfect tone for the day. Our talented local band, The Tannens, followed with a brilliant set, including their updated rendition of Elmer’s Tune, made famous by Glenn Miller during WWII — we’re excited to see them again at Le Marché later this year!
The day continued with a fabulous Whitney tribute act, an energetic performance from the Heathfield Youth Drama Club, and a fantastic finale by Small Talk, who closed the event with some absolute classics.
There were smiles all around as families enjoyed the vintage rides, face painting, and the magical antics of Marco the Magician.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a success — from Heathfield Rotary Club, always ready to provide marshals, to Heathfield District Bonfire Society for organising the dog show and bar. Events like these simply wouldn’t be possible without the support of our amazing community.
If you have any feedback on the event, we’d love to hear from you to help us improve future celebrations. Please email us at info@hwpc.org.uk.
Thank you once again!
If you ever have any questions or concerns that you would like to raise with the Parish Council please do not hesitate to ring or email us, our details appear below.
Helen Johnson, Parish Council Clerk, 73 High Street, Heathfield TN21 8HU
