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Text over tree background invites to a free session on finding ancient trees in Southwater. Event on April 17, 2026, at Parish Chamber. Contact info included.

Help Us Find Southwater’s Oldest Trees!

Join us on Friday 17th April 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.

Apr 1

Councillor Surgery - 11th April 2026

The next Southwater Councillor Surgery is taking place face to face on Saturday 11th April 2026 from 10:00AM in the Parish Chamber at Beeson House.

Mar 31

Street view with quaint buildings under a blue sky. Text reads "Shaping West Sussex: Update on local government reorganisation." Logos on the right.

Updates issued on Local Government Reorganisation

On 25 March 2026 the Government confirmed it is delaying its decision on how local government should change across Sussex.

Mar 26

A view across a road toward a newly constructed paved footpath and crossing point with a tactile yellow surface. Trees and bushes form a natural boundary behind a bus stop shelter on the right.

Wildflowers coming to the new footpath connecting Nutham Lane/Cripplegate Lane/Cedar Drive

The pedestrian improvement works on Nutham Lane, Cedar Drive, and Cripplegate Lane in Southwater have now been completed. Wildlfower meadows are also being created in the area.

Mar 26

Planning Committee Meeting - 1 April 2026

Planning Committee Meeting Agenda - 1 April 2026

View the Planning Committee Meeting Agenda for 1 April 2026

Mar 25

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Stay Safe Online - Free Cyber Security Training in Southwater

Join our wardens for an action packed and informative Cyber Security training presentation from the South East Regional Organized Crime Unit's Cyber Crime Team, where we will equip you with easy-to-implement tips to stay safe online and minimize the risk of falling victim to cybercrime.

Mar 23

Fantasy characters are featured on a Dungeons & Dragons poster titled "Gaming Club for Young People," with logos and a dark, mystical background.

Calling All Young Adventurers in Southwater for a Free Dungeons & Dragons Gaming Club

In partnership with Southwater Parish Council, your local Neighbourhood Wardens, Dom and Bettina, are thrilled to be launching a FREE Dungeons & Dragons Gaming Club right here in the village of Southwater.

Mar 20