Arundel Town Council

09/11/2026

The consultation at Arundel Museum starts today

We're exploring long-term options to protect Blackfriars ruins and their setting for future generations. We're holding a consultation to gauge your views on their future.

The consultation will be displayed in Arundel Museum from today, Monday, 9 to 15 November, where you'll be able to complete a brief survey and submit your preferred option for its upkeep.

You are also invited to come along and discuss the ruins with council officers at Arundel Museum on Thursday, 12 November between 10am to 4pm.

You can complete the survey online now https://www.arun.gov.uk/Blackfriars

Your feedback will help shape the future of the ruins, open space, heritage, views and wildlife.

09/11/2026

The consultation at Arundel Museum starts today.

We're exploring long-term options to protect Blackfriars ruins and their setting for future generations. We're holding a consultation to gauge your views on their future.

The consultation will be displayed in Arundel Museum from today, Monday, 9 to 15 November, where you'll be able to complete a brief survey and submit your preferred option for its upkeep.

You are also invited to come along and discuss the ruins with council officers at Arundel Museum on Thursday, 12 November between 10am to 4pm.

You can complete the survey online now https://www.arun.gov.uk/Blackfriars

Your feedback will help shape the future of the ruins, open space, heritage, views and wildlife.

09/11/2026

Come along to a council meeting!

Ever wondered what decisions are being made about our town - or how you can have a say?

Council meetings are open to everyone and are a great way to find out what's going on locally, hear about upcoming plans, and be part of shaping Arundel's future. Whether you want to listen, learn, or get involved, your presence matters.

The next Arundel Town Council meeting takes place on Thursday 12th November at 7pm

Public questions are welcome and should be submitted by midday on the day of the meeting to [email protected]

Further info can be found here:
https://www.arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk/full-council-meeting-12th-november-2026-at-7-00pm/

09/11/2026

The Duke and Duchess of Norfolk joined local residents, veterans, and civic leaders in Arundel yesterday morning for the town's annual Act of Remembrance at the High Street War Memorial. The community gathered in significant numbers to honour the service and sacrifice of Armed Forces personnel past and present.

The formal proceedings began at 10:45am with a solemn procession to the War Memorial. Soldiers from the 137 (Java) Battery 12th Regiment Royal Artillery marched from the upper Castle gates, leading the town council, Clergy, choirs of St Nicholas’ Parish Church and Arundel Cathedral and standard bearers from the Royal British Legion and Arundel & Littlehampton Scouts.

Providing a poignant musical backdrop to the tributes, a four-piece brass band composed of local musicians performed traditional arrangements of military standards and hymns during the wreath laying, led by the Town Crier and Councillor, Angela Standing. The service was given by Canon David Twinley of St Nicholas’ Parish Church with pupils from St Philips’ Catholic Primary school and Arundel Church of England School reading their thoughtful, original poems. The presence of the local musicians, choirs, schoolchildren and the town’s Scouting and Guiding organisations, alongside the Duke and Duchess of Norfolk and the marching military battery, underscored the deep community ties and historical traditions of the town.

"Remembrance Sunday is a profoundly important moment for our town to pause and reflect," said Cllr Carolyn Kenney, Mayor of Arundel. "We are deeply grateful to the Duke and Duchess of Norfolk, the soldiers of the 137 (Java) Battery, as well as our strong church and school communities and the many residents and visitors who joined us to pay tribute together as a community."

📷 Philip Lyons Photography https://philiplyons.com/

06/11/2026

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY, 8 NOVEMBER 2026

We do hope that residents are able to join us on Sunday morning for the Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial in the High Street.

The procession from the top of the High Street will be from 10.45am, and will begin with soldiers from the 137 (Java) Battery 12th Regiment Royal Artillery marching from the upper Castle gates, followed by the Council and Clergy procession to the War Memorial to begin the short service.

Please be aware that there will be two loud cannon noises at 11.00am and 11.02am to signify the beginning and end of the two minutes' silence.

Parking bays around the War Memorial are suspended for the duration of the road closure between 10am-12 noon.

Please could any vehicles be removed by 10am - this is to ensure access is maintained for emergency vehicles and the safety of the public.

Thank you for your cooperation.

📷 Charlie Waring

04/11/2026

Don’t miss the consultation at Arundel Museum next week…

We're exploring long-term options to protect Blackfriars ruins and their setting for future generations. We're holding a consultation to gauge your views on their future.

The consultation will be displayed in Arundel Museum from 9 to 15 November, where you'll be able to complete a brief survey and submit your preferred option for their upkeep.

You are also invited to come along and discuss the ruins with council officers at Arundel Museum on 12 November between 10am to 4pm.

Your feedback will help shape the future of the ruins, open space, heritage, views and wildlife.

04/11/2026

Residents and visitors may see teams carrying out works at Arundel’s Ford Road Cemetery in the coming days.
For more information about the works, please see Arundel District Council’s website for full details.

Cemetery maintenance over autumn winter - request for visitors. If you're a visitor or deed holder who attends a cemetery in the Arun district, this is to let you know grave turfing will take place over the autumn and winter months.

This work, carried out in accordance with the council's Cemeteries Regulations (Regulation 8.1.5), will start on 30 October 2026. This will mean that the following items will not be permitted on lawn graves:

- stones, gravel, bark chippings, etcetera
- glass vases, wind chimes, lights, clothing, or other fragile or deteriorating mementoes
- trees or shrubs, whether planted or in pots

These items will be removed and if not collected within 28 days, they could be destroyed. Full information is available on noticeboards on site and more details are available here on our website. https://ow.ly/nWsp50ZWivo

We thank everyone for their cooperation in helping us maintain and respect these burial grounds for the benefit of every visitor.

02/11/2026

Community Grants Now Opened
Are you part of a local charity or organisation with a project that will benefit the Arundel Community?

Arundel Town Council allocated £15,000 to its 2026/2027 grants programme. So far this year, the town council has awarded grants to 7 organisations, helping to support the fantastic initiatives taking place across our community. 💚

Grants are considered four times a year - in June, September, December and March.

Our next deadline is 1 December with applications reviewed at our 10 December Full Council Meeting.

👉 Find out more and apply click here

https://www.arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk/community-grants/

02/11/2026

Be bright, be seen: staying safe as the nights draw in

As the nights draw in, making yourself visible to drivers is one of the simplest ways to stay safe when walking, wheeling, cycling or riding.

Dark clothing absorbs light and can make it much harder for drivers to spot you, particularly on roads with little or no street lighting. Light-coloured and bright clothing helps, but reflective clothing and accessories are far more effective because they reflect vehicle headlights back towards the driver.

If you regularly travel after dark, consider carrying reflective items such as armbands, slap bands, reflective strips or a high-visibility vest. These take up very little space in a pocket or bag and can easily be worn over darker clothing when needed. Carrying a torch can also help you see where you're going and make you more noticeable to others.

It's also important not to assume a driver has seen you just because you can see their vehicle. Darkness, poor weather, glare from lights and other distractions can all affect what a driver is able to see. Always take extra care when crossing roads after dark and make eye contact with drivers where possible before stepping into the road.

A few simple steps before setting out can help drivers see you sooner, give everyone more time to react safely and reduce the risk of collisions during the darker months ahead.

Remember: Be bright, be reflective and be seen.