Councillor Vacancy

Following the resignation of Councillor  Fulbrook, there is now a vacancy on The Parish Council. If you are interested in applying, please contact The Parish Clerk via email: clerk@wcpc.org.uk.

Operation Watershed – East Street & Broadford Bridge Road

The first phase of Operation Watershed has been completed and the CCTV exploratioin which was conducted as part of the work specification has revealed potentially significant further work is required to address the various drainage issues identified.  The Council has referred the report to WSCC with the request that the issues highlighted by addressed.

Hedges & Verges

Overgrown hedges and boundary planting can impact on highway site lines and potentially present a danger to motorists and pedestrians. We would ask residents to be mindful of this and ensure their planting doesn’t encroach onto the highway. Remember, it isn’t always obvious from a homeowner’s perspective, so regular sight checks would be very much appreciated.

Sussex Police Survey

Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne has launched a survey asking Sussex residents for their feedback on the policing service they receive.

Speaking about the survey, PCC Katy Bourne said:

“I am elected to be your voice within policing so it is my responsibility to ensure that the Chief Constable is delivering efficient and effective policing across our county. “As I develop our new Police & Crime Plan, I’d like to know if issues that mattered to you before have changed?  Please do complete my short survey – I look forward to hearing your thoughts and value your feedback” The survey can be accessed online and only takes a few minutes to complete. The closing date is 31st October. Please click on the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/9f9hYFVAFA

Comments From The Village Show

We’d like to thank the many parishioners who left comments and suggestions with the councillors on our stand at this year’s show. We will respond to everyone who left their contact details, so if you don’t hear please contact The Clerk or call into the office on Tuesdays or Wednesdays (10:00 – 13:00) and we will update you.

Footpath Repair Project – A Call for Support

The Council is embarking on a project to repair the footpaths between The Common and The Old Village, to create an all-weather pedestrian route, linking our community. We would welcome the support of any resident with relevant civil engineering experience, to help us deliver this. If you are interested, please email The Clerk:clerk@WCPC.org.uk or talk to us in person on our stand at The Village Show. We would be delighted to hear from you!

Road Closure – East Street 24th October

East Street will be closed between the junctions with Sinnocks and Broadford Bridge Road on 24th October between 08:00 and 15:30 for patching works

Road Closure – Stream Lane 23rd October & 26th November 2024

Stream Lane will be closed from the junction with Mill Road to the junction with Nutbourne Road for carriageway repair works on 23rd October between 09.30 and15.30 Stream Lane will now be closed between the junctions with Nutbourne Road and Gay Street for carriageway repair works on 26th November, between 09:30 and 15:30

Road Closure – Broadford Bridge Road 4th – 6th November 2024

Broadford Bridge Road will be closed between the junction with The Hollow and the junction with Harbolets Road for 24 hours a day between 4th – 6th November to allow Southern Water to carry out work

 County Councillor Report

West Sussex County Councillor Charlotte Kenyon’s monthly report can be read here

Neighbourhood Plan Update

Following a long delay due to Natural England’s position statement on Water Neutrality, Horsham District Council has now formulated a policy to address the issue and included it in its Regulation 19 Draft Local Plan whose consultation begins on Friday 19th January 2024. We are therefore anticipating that we should be able to incorporate this policy and progress our Draft Neighbourhood Plan in the next few weeks. All updates will be posted here as and when we have them. April 2023 Following the most recent meeting with Horsham District Council, The Parish Council is disappointed not to be able to progress our Neighbourhood Plan. HDC’s document dated April 2023 explains their position Please see the Draft NP as at 28th March 2022 Letter from HDC – 7th February 2022 Letter from HDC – 28th February 2022 Letter from HDC – 26th April 2022 Letter from Natural England – 23rd March 2022 (Please follow the link to a page showing the Regualtion 14 survey results and consultation responses which are held on a separate website). Update on Smock Alley Site – HDC 20/05/2024

A Village with a Past & a Future

Nestling near the foot of the South Downs between Storrington and Pulborough, just over 50 miles from London, the picturesque village of West Chiltington is home to a 12th century church, a beautifully restored windmill and has a colourful history dating back to Norman times. Covering an area of just over 6.69 sq miles, with a population of approx. 3,500, the parish encompasses a variety of land usage from residential and agricultural, to small businesses and leisure facilities.

Your Council

The Council is the first tier of local government for West Chiltington comprising 13 Councillors who are elected or co-opted for up to four years.   The Parish Council meets on the second Tuesday of every month and is always keen to ensure that it reflects the wishes of the electorate and as such, all meetings are open to the public and include a session for public comments. Councillors work in partnership with local organisations, West Sussex County Council and Horsham District Council to preserve the essence of the area, and to protect the identity and character of the parish for the enjoyment of parishioners, visitors and future generations. The Parish Council has statutory duties and powers to provide services for the Parish of West Chiltington. Within these powers, we provide allotments, community buildings, dog and litter bins, community facilities, and we own and maintain many areas of public open space within the village on behalf of the community.

Parish Council Office

The Parish Council Office is open on a Tuesday and Wednesday morning from 10:00am-1:00pm. In an emergency, The Parish Clerk can be contacted on 07483 114836 outside these hours

Defibrillator Locations:

• • In the phone box opposite The Queens Head Pub – The Hollow

• • In the phone box opposite NISA Stores – Haglands Lane

• • The Village Hall