NEW SKATE PARK OPENS
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new £40,000 skate park in Small Dole was officially opened on Saturday 12 September. The skate park is the result of three years planning and consultation in response to requests from young people in the area for a local facility. led by Upper Beeding Parish Council with guidance and advice from Horsham District Council, the facility, located at the Small Dole recreation ground comprises an arrangement of half pipes, fun boxes and flat banks. Joyce Shaw, deputy chairman for Upper Beeding Parish Council, said: “Too often young people get an unfair reputation, so it was with pleasure we were able to work with teenagers in our area when they spoke to the parish council regarding a skate park. “The end result is something which we’re all very proud of, and we know young people will really enjoy. It’s a great focal point for youngsters in the area, and will mean they have somewhere secure to skate. Thanks must go to all of the different companies and authorities which have helped to make this happen.”
West Chiltington – 10th October. 9.00 – 12.00. village Hall. SUSSEX WILDLIFE TRUST COURSES Woodland Mosses and Lichens in Sussex Woods Mill, Henfield: Saturday 10 October. 10:00 – 17:00 The Fascinating World of Plant Galls Woods Mill, Henfield: Saturday 17 October. 10:00 - 16:00 Beginner’s Guide to Fungi Mens Nature Reserve, Petworth: Sunday 11 October.10:00 - 13:00 Autumn Nuts Woods Mill, Henfield: Sunday 11 October. 11:00 - 13:00 Beginner’s Guide to Fungi Mens Nature Reserve, Petworth: Sunday 25 October. 10:00 - 13:00 Halloween Horrors Wood Mill, Henfield: Saturday 31 October. 17.30 – 19.30 Booking essential for all events. Ring 01273 497561 or visit www.sussexwt.org.uk Apple Affair at West Dean Gardens 3rd& 4th October. 10.30 – 17.00 Adults £7.25 / Over 60s £6.75 / Children 5-15yrs £3.25 / Children under 5 Free. Discover apples of every shape and size. Taste the different varieties and bring along apples from your own garden to be identified by one of the apple experts at the show.
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