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About the Project
The Pebsham Countryside Park project is a joint project between Hastings Borough Council, Rother District Council and East Sussex County Council, and is in the early stages of development. It has been part of a series of developments in East Sussex and northern France which have benefited from European funding. The park will develop and enhance the green space between Hastings, Bexhill and Crowhurst, an area of approximately 600 hectares (1,480 acres).
We want to create space for leisure, relaxation, sport, ecology and education. Early developments in the proposed park area have included new signposts marking public rights of way and some improved paths. There is fine countryside to enjoy in the proposed park area including Filsham Reedbeds, the disused railway and Bulverhythe beach. If you visit the park area, please stay on designated public footpaths and bridleways.
Over the next three years there will be improved access:
- on Bulverhythe beach by providing a route between Bexhill and Hastings promenades for pedestrians and cyclists
- in the green open space south of the Combe Haven valley
Become a friend of the park.
Help to look after and plan your new countryside park by joining the new Friends Group, e-mail james.waite@rother.gov.uk or call 01424 787660.
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Join the community at Upper Wilting Farm
Upper Wilting Farm, stocks locally produced bread, fruit juices, and free range meat bred on the farm. Vegetable boxes are available for £10 each, including delivery.
Opening times:
- Monday to Saturday: 10am - 5pm
- Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Telephone: 01424 830190
Address:
Upper Wilting Farm
Crowhurst Road
St Leonards on Sea
East Sussex
TN38 8EG
Walks on the farm
Summer and autumn walks on the farm are planned to look at the fungi and fruit orchard.
A chance to grow your own!
If you've ever wanted to grow your own fruit and veg but haven't got the space or much time, why not join the community at Upper Wilting Farm and enjoy the rewards of working in a group to prepare the soil, plant the seeds, weed and harvest the crop.
The benefits of joining the scheme include:
- healthy eating with no chemicals used
- you can learn new skills
- you can help protect the environment
- it's a great way to de-stress
- you can get fit
- and you can make new friends!
For a membership fee of £1 per month and a commitment to a minimum of 4 hours per week at the farm, you will receive a box of vegetables for at least 20 weeks of the year as your share of the harvest. The group work on a Wednesday or Saturday morning.
If you are interested in joining the group, call 07990 524559 or e-mail: sarahblackford2003@yahoo.co.uk
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Try something new!
Why not join your local Model Flying Club?
The 1066 Model Flying Club offers newcomers or people that are interested in model flying an introduction flight using their own training system.
The club is based at the Bulverhythe playing fields, off Bexhill Road and uses the site all year around.
Visit www.1066mfc.co.uk for more information about the club or telephone 01424 714038.
Get on your horse...
Pebsham Equestrian Centre offers a really comprehensive service for all levels of equestrians, including:
- Horse riding and horse care tuition for all from beginners to advanced
- Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) riding lessons and work experience for riders with special needs and learning difficulties both adults and children. The centre is the largest approved RDA centre in the South East
- Qualifications in horse care, in partnership with Plumpton College
- Livery facilities for horse owners
- Show centre
- Dog agility, through Hastings Dog Agility club
- Horse care activities throughout the school holidays
For more information visit www.pebshamec.co.uk, call 01424 732637, e-mail: paullouise@mousey.freeserve.co.uk or visit the centre at
Pebsham Lane
Bexhill
East Sussex
TN40 2RZ
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