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Map of Southwater area with highlighted zones. Bold text reads: "Parish Council Objects to Development Proposal for 1,000 Dwellings."

Parish Council objects to Development Proposal for 1,000 dwellings in Southwater (DC/26/0366)

Southwater Parish Council has formally objected to planning application DC/26/0366, submitted by Berkeley Homes, which proposes the development of up to 1,000 homes on land to the northwest of the village.

Apr 9

Prime Office Space Available at Beeson House, now at lower rate

Location: Upper 1, Beeson House, Lintot Square, Southwater, Horsham, RH13 9LA Features: Size: Perfectly sized at approximately 260 sqft, this office unit is ideal for startups, freelancers, or small teams. Amenities: A bright corner office unit with plenty of natural light. Enjoy access to a shared kitchen with a sink, tea making facilities, and a fridge, shared with the adjacent office unit. Rent: £3,300 p.a. plus VAT, payable monthly in advance at £275.00 (Previously £

Feb 19

"Parish precept explained. Council tax increases by 58p/week* fund services like bus shelters, play areas, youth projects, and more."

Explaining the Parish Precept 2026-27

Explaining the precept. At its Full Council meeting on 21 January 2026, Southwater Parish Council approved its budget and precept for 2026–27. This includes an increase in the Parish Council’s share of council tax, which for a Band D household is 58p per week.

Feb 10

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Follow-Up Session Scheduled After Popular Tree Training Event

Last Friday, we delivered a very popular tree training session on how to identify and record ancient, veteran and notable trees as part of the Woodland Trust Ancient Tree Inventory project, in assistance with Horsham Green Spaces.

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Tree trunk background with text: "Help us find the oldest trees of Southwater." Training session details and contact info for May 8, 2026.

Help Us Find Southwater’s Oldest Trees! - New date

Join us on Friday 8th May at 10:00AM, in the Parish Chamber at Beeson House, for a hands-on training session where you’ll learn how to recognise ancient and veteran trees and record them on the Woodland Trust’s Ancient Tree Inventory.

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New goals for Nutham Lane Village Green

New goals have now been delivered to the Nutham Lane Village Green area, donated by a local football club, Southwater Royals.

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Family Learning at Beeson House

Join us for fully-funded courses (organised by West Sussex County Council), aimed at parents/guardians and their children.

5 days ago

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A Behind-the-Scenes Visit to Horsham Fire Training Centre

On 28 March, a group of young Southwater residents visited the West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service training centre at Platinum House in Horsham for a behind-the-scenes look at how crews prepare for emergencies.

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West Sussex County Council election taking place on Thursday 7 May

The West Sussex County Council election is taking place on Thursday 7 May 2026, giving residents the opportunity to shape decisions that affect their local communities.

Apr 14