Hurstpierpoint & Sayers Common Parish Council

23/10/2026

****Fallen Tree****
A tree has fallen down over the footpath between Trinity Road (opposite the Doctors) and Hurst Meadows. We would advise not to use the footpath.

22/10/2026

Please be advised that Southern Gas Network (SGN) is currently carrying out emergency repair works on the B2117 Brighton Road, Hurstpierpoint, following the discovery of gas leaks.

For the safety of the workforce and the public, the works are being undertaken under a road closure, which is expected to remain in place until Wednesday 28 October 2026.

Thank you for your patience and we will keep you updated if there are any changes to the works. If you need further information about these works, you can contact SGN Customer Service Team by email [email protected] or alternatively you can call them on 0800 912 1700. For further information and route diversion, follow https://one.network/?GB153176293

19/10/2026

Mid Sussex District Plan - Parish Councils Hearing Statements
On 16th October 2026, the Parish Council submitted to the Government appointed Planning Inspector, three written statements concerning the “main modifications” to the draft Mid Sussex District Plan. The main modifications now bring the total number of new homes planned for the local area to nearly 6,000. The Planning Inspector will hold hearings in the first week of November to examine the latest draft of the District Plan and decide whether he believes it is a document that can be adopted by the District Council or not. The Parish Council will attend the hearings to continue to make the arguments set out in these statements and all previous responses to the draft District Plan consultation stages. The statements can be viewed on our website
https://www.hurstpierpoint-pc.gov.uk/mid-sussex-district-plan-hearing-statements/

15/10/2026

UPDATE: Unfortunately Chalkers Lane is now due to be closed until 30th October.

SGN was scheduled to finish on 16 October but requires additional time to replace a section of water-filled gas main. The works will therefore continue beyond the original completion date to allow the necessary repairs to be carried out safely.

You can check the status of this road closure via: https://one.network/?GB152715824 or by contacting SGN directly [email protected] or 0800 912 1700

ROAD CLOSURE - CHALKERS LANE

Due to urgent repairs to the gas main, Chalkers Lane is currently closed just past the junction with Hurstbeech Close if driving from the Cuckfield Road end.

More information can be found via: https://one.network/ however at present the planned works are in place with immediate effect until Friday 16th October.

13/10/2026

All Welcome!

Your invitation to a Tree Walk - Sat 24th October 10am

Following on from the much publicised Rights of Trees movement in Lewes, come along and find out what our own Parish Council is doing to protect local trees.

Join Councillor Claire Masjai for an informal tree walk on Saturday 24 October 10.00 – 12.00 meet Fairfield Recreation Ground Car Park

Learn about how the new and existing trees in Hurst Meadows are cared for by the Parish Council, share stories about the birds, insects and animals which live in or visit our trees and find out how you can help protect our local trees.

This walk will go ahead whatever the weather so please come prepared for mud/rain! No need to book, just turn up. Kids are welcome.

Find out more about the Parish Council's Sustainability Strategy here: https://www.hurstpierpoint-pc.gov.uk/about/council-policies/

Regular updates on Hurst Meadows appear in the Parish Council pages in the monthly Hurst Life magazine and in minutes of the Finance, Governance and Estates committee meetings.

28/09/2026

ROAD CLOSURE - CHALKERS LANE

Due to urgent repairs to the gas main, Chalkers Lane is currently closed just past the junction with Hurstbeech Close if driving from the Cuckfield Road end.

More information can be found via: https://one.network/ however at present the planned works are in place with immediate effect until Friday 16th October.

22/09/2026

FREE OFFICE CHAIRS - COLLECTION ONLY
We have 6 office chairs available for free.
5x red 1x orange
Message if interested to arrange collection from Hurstpierpoint

07/09/2026

We have been advised by West Sussex County Council that the below road is due to be closed on the dates and times specified for Carriageway Resurfacing. An alternative route for traffic will be signed on site. Please note that these works are weather dependant, we will endeavour to inform you should there be significant changes to the programme.

This road closure is covered by the 14.1 order made on 11th January 2026.

Road NameLocationDate (from and to)Timing of Closure High Hatch Lane, HurstpierpointFrom Gatehouse Lane to approximately 20m south of Pomper Lane14/09/2026 to 17/09/202608:00 to 17:00

If you have any questions regarding this specific closure please contact [email protected]. Further

04/09/2026

Parish Council Final Response to draft District Plan Changes
The draft Mid Sussex District Plan (2021 to 2040) is currently being examined by a government-appointed Planning Inspector.
As part of the examination, the Inspector is currently consulting on some proposed changes to the Plan. The changes mean that the proposed housing numbers for Hurstpierpoint, Sayers Common and Albourne will increase to nearly 6,000 new homes over the life of the Plan.
The consultation closes at midnight on Monday 7th September 2026 and the Parish Council encourages everyone to submit their comments. The Parish Council’s final response can be viewed in full on our website: https://www.hurstpierpoint-pc.gov.uk/parish-council-response-to-draft-district-plan-change-2/
Comments on the draft Mid Sussex District Plan can be sent to: Planning Policy, Mid Sussex District Council, Oaklands, Oaklands Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1SS, or by email to [email protected]
Comments can also be submitted using the MSDC Web Page: https://www.midsussex.gov.uk/.../district-plan-review.../

The draft Mid Sussex District Plan (2021 to 2040) is currently being examined by a government-appointed Planning Inspector. As part of the examination, the Inspector is currently consulting on some proposed changes to the Plan.  The changes mean that the proposed housing numbers for Hurstpierpoint,...

04/09/2026

Be aware that our Annual Meadow cuts will be taking place in Hurst Meadows from 7th September 2026 to 17th September 2026.

Please keep your dogs on a lead.’