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Circular Shipley & Southwater Parish Neighbourhood Plan seal with windmill, dinosaur, trees, pond, and landscape illustration.

Shipley & Southwater Joint Neighbourhood Plan - FAQ

We've published a new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document to help residents better understand the proposed Shipley & Southwater Joint Neighbourhood Plan and the current consultation being run by Horsham District Council.

Jul 22

Map highlighting Southwater & Shipley Neighbourhood Plan Area in magenta. Parish boundaries in blue. Scale bar at bottom right.

Latest updates on the Neighbourhood Plan

Building on the commitment to continuous partnership working, Southwater Parish Council has formally applied to Horsham District Council for the designation of a joint Southwater & Shipley Neighbourhood Plan Area following a positive resolution with neighbouring Shipley Parish Council in April 2026.

May 6

Green text reading "Southwater Neighbourhood Plan" with a green dinosaur silhouette on a white background.

Southwater commits to a “Full Review” of the Neighbourhood Plan

At an Extraordinary Council Meeting on 17 December 2025, Southwater Parish Council resolved to proceed with a “Full Review” of the Southwater Neighbourhood Plan, including housing allocations.

Dec 18, 2025