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From spring 2026, Horsham and Chichester District Councils will be introducing a new weekly food waste collection service for households.

New government legislation being bought in for March 2026 requires all councils in England to collect food waste.

Horsham District estimates that on average, more than 40% of rubbish is food waste so, by separating this from general waste, more recycling can take place.

In 2025, our Library Service celebrated 100 years of being at the heart of the community right across West Sussex by sharing a love of reading. West Sussex Libraries has now launched their 2026 reading challenge: My Year of Reading.

Along St Mary’s churchyard path, crocuses and daffodils lift their golden trumpets to welcome visitors. A Silver Award Eco Church, St Mary’s is cared for by a dedicated team committed to nurturing its natural environment. Among ancient graves and venerable yew trees, birds, insects, wildflowers and small mammals find a precious refuge, while birdsong drifts through the church walls into quiet, reflective spaces.

We have an abundance of birds of prey in the UK and particularly in West Sussex. Buzzards are a medium sized bird and one of the most frequently seen in this area. They have broader wings and shorter tails than the red kite. Their plumage varies from dark brown to paler shades.

The Chantry Quire will be performing Bach’s St John Passion at Boxgrove Priory on Saturday 21st March at 7.30pm. The Quire will be joined by the Chantry Camerata and soloists in a performance of one of Bach’s most memorable Oratorios. Tickets are £20 and are available on the choir’s website www.chantryquire.org.uk The Arts Society West […]