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The Mid Sussex Times of 100 years ago

Phil Dennett — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:57:55 GMT

A marked absence of what we nowadays call hard news was clear on the front page of the Mid Sussex Times edition of Tuesday 26 October 1926.

Worthing Women undone by Sutton’s second-half show

Gareth Nicholas — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:47:46 GMT

Despite creating plenty of chances it was just one of those days in front of goal for Worthing Women as they were edged out by Sutton United in their latest London and South League Premier Division clash at the Sussex Transport Community Stadium.

These are the current and upcoming roadworks in Southwater for November 2026

Matt Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:57:16 GMT

Southwater Parish Council have released the current and upcoming roadworks in and around the village for November 2026.

Bike thefts down 59 per cent and less vandalism reported as rail company cracks down on anti-social behaviour

Matt Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:26:49 GMT

Rail passengers in Sussex and Surrey travelling with Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express are experiencing fewer reported incidents of theft, vandalism and graffiti, following action taken through initiatives including Greater Thameslink Railway’s (GTR) Antisocial Behaviour Improvement Plan.

Emsworth Town apologise after Midhurst footballer is hospitalised with serious injuries

Steve Bone — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:22:27 GMT

Emsworth Town FC have apologised over the incident that left a Midhurst and Easebourne player needing hospital treatment for mouth and jaw injuries.

Police investigating report of fraud after suspect impersonates detective to obtain jewellery in Crawley

Matt Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:39:21 GMT

Sussex Police are investigating a report of a fraud where a suspect impersonated a detective to obtain jewellery in Crawley.

Temporary traffic lights installed on Worthing road amid Southern Water works

Megan Baker — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:31:41 GMT

Temporary traffic lights have been installed on a road in Worthing to allow for Southern Water works to take place.

Special Horsham concert to remember those we have lost

Phil Hewitt — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:30:44 GMT

West Sussex Philharmonic Choir and Orpheus Sinfonia

Six flats approved in conversion of West Sussex village hotel

Karen Dunn and Local Democracy Reporter — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:23:06 GMT

Plans to convert a Slinfold hotel into six flats have been approved by Horsham District Council.

Political opinion with Crawley MP Peter Lamb: Economic growth must benefit everyone as cost of living remains key issue

Peter Lamb — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:14:31 GMT

We talk about ‘the economy’ as if it were a force of nature, like weather or Earth’s rotation, as opposed to what it is really: a way of framing what everyone makes or does and who benefits from those efforts.

Horsham FC record biggest ever National League South win after five-star showing at Farnborough – the match in 51 pictures

Matt Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:03:48 GMT

Clinical Horsham FC recorded their biggest ever National League South victory after a five-star performance at Farnborough.

The names of TV licence evaders from across Sussex prosecuted by HMCTS Single Justice Service in October

Court Reporter — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:03:14 GMT

Hundreds of people have been prosecuted in recent weeks for failing to buy a TV licence, including some from Sussex.

Chichester City Council marks 800th anniversary with historic parade and proclamation

Elizabeth Junor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:50:31 GMT

Chichester City Council marked eight centuries of civil governance with a glowing lantern parade and historic proclamation from the Mayor – followed by some more modern Halloween festivities.

Cecelia's Crafts open their ‘first big venture’ in popular shopping centre

Rebekah Swales — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:17:12 GMT

A Burgess Hill artist has opened her first ever pop-up shop in Churchill Square, spotlighting local independent Sussex businesses.

‘Forever in our hearts’: Football club remembers Crawley teenager Leo Firth

Sam Morton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:11:27 GMT

Crawley teenager Leo Firth has died after a 'long and courageous battle with cancer'.

Goring Hall Hospital performs first robotic-assisted hip replacement surgery

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:10:40 GMT

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MP welcomes tougher police action against illegal e-bikes and e-scooters in Bognor Regis and Littlehampton

Sam Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:05:05 GMT

Bognor Regis and Littlehampton MP Alison Griffith has welcomed new Sussex Police measures allowing illegally ridden e-bikes, e-scooters and e-motorbikes to be seized and destroyed, following repeated concerns from residents across the area.

Chair of Horsham District Council: Pulborough’s quiet powerhouse - a community looking after its own

Joanne Knowles — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:56:10 GMT

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Police investigating reported assault that left footballer hospitalised in West Sussex

Matt Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:53:34 GMT

Sussex Police are investigating a reported assault in West Sussex that left a footballer hospitalised.

Pumpkin patch brings generations together at Burgess Hill care home

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:51:21 GMT

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Lions launch winter fuel payment campaign to help people in Shoreham, Southwick and Fishersgate

Elaine Hammond — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:48:36 GMT

People in Shoreham, Southwick and Fishersgate affected by fuel poverty are being helped by Adur East Lions this winter.

Overnight road closures planned on A286 in Singleton for resurfacing repairs

Sam Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:30:59 GMT

Motorists travelling through Singleton are being warned of overnight road closures on the A286 while highway maintenance work is carried out.

Richard Esling On the Grapevine: Sherry: a world of flavours beyond the familiar

Richard Esling — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:20:03 GMT

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Billingshurst shop to get extra storey with five new flats

Karen Dunn and Local Democracy Reporter — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:15:43 GMT

Plans to add an extra storey of flats above a shop in Billingshurst have been approved by Horsham District Council.

Rustington mortgage broker named best in postcode at UK's biggest property awards

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:11:17 GMT

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Butlin’s Bognor Regis prepares to celebrate 90th Christmas with festive family breaks

Sam Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:08:31 GMT

Butlin’s is preparing for the festive season, with a programme of Christmas entertainment and activities planned at its Bognor Regis resort.

Poundland says stores remain open amid fears for Crawley shops

Sam Morton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:06:18 GMT

Poundland has reassured shoppers that its stores remain open as normal, after Reform UK Crawley raised concerns about the retailer’s future and the town centre.

Community organisations invited to apply for Crawley Borough Council grants programme

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:00:23 GMT

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Tilgate Bakery’s Halloween Spooktacular delights Crawley families

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:56:49 GMT

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Political opinion with John Milne MP: Key to Locked Child Trust Funds may be at hand

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:52:27 GMT

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Horsham salon celebrates ten years with refurbishment and new lease

Sam Morton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:50:51 GMT

A Horsham beauty salon is preparing to reopen following a refurbishment after signing a new lease, ten years after first opening on the high street.

Anthem For Dissatisfaction has dates in Worthing and Chichester in November

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:47:37 GMT

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Fun festive events programme will support city and bring plenty of joy to Chichester

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:44:50 GMT

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Arundel fight back to claim Westfield draw

Simon Butler and Steve Carden — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:44:30 GMT

Arundel and Westfield shared the points at Mill Road in a closely contested SCFL Division 1 encounter.

Burgess Hill's Christmas Hamper Project is launched for 2026

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:43:44 GMT

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Pulborough care home residents enjoy spooktacular Halloween silent disco

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:39:28 GMT

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Mayor of Bognor Regis' Weekly Briefing: Halloween event was a first for our events team

Rebecca Vervecken — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:37:46 GMT

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Political opinion with Alison Griffiths MP: Feeling safe in our towns shouldn’t be too much to ask

Alison Griffiths — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:36:31 GMT

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Political opinion: Jess Brown-Fuller MP calls for support for homelessness services following Government commitment

Jess Brown-Fuller — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:33:13 GMT

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Balcombe Village Voice

Rosemary Robertson — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:31:27 GMT

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Political opinion: Jess Brown-Fuller MP labels Labour Budget a ‘nothingburger’

Jess Brown-Fuller — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:30:13 GMT

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Latest Crawley court results: Drunk-driving, shop theft and threatening to share a photograph or film of a person in an intimate state

Court Reporter — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:25:41 GMT

The following are the latest results contributed by HM Courts Service, for cases from the Crawley area sentenced by West Sussex Magistrates’ Court sitting at Crawley and Worthing from October 26 to October 30, 2026.

Chebby doubles up as Chichester City find Frome for improvement

Ian Worden — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:13:43 GMT

A dull game at Frome Town sprang into life after the break as Emmett Dunn cancelled out Albie Hopkin’s second half opener on 65 minutes before Brandon Chebby hit two goals in a six-minute spell as Chichester City bounced back to winning ways.

Devoted Burgess Hill Tesco poppy seller celebrates 50 years

Rebekah Swales — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:01:58 GMT

A dedicated poppy seller in Burgess Hill is marking his golden year by continuing to raise funds for the Royal British Legion.

Sussex man, 20, given three-year football banning order

Megan Baker — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:01:33 GMT

A 20-year-old man has been given a three-year football banning order following repeated ‘antisocial behaviour’, according to Sussex Police.

Greenwich mean business to knock Pagham out of FA Vase

Football reporter — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:59:06 GMT

Pagham’s impressive run in this season’s FA Vase came to an end as they suffered a 5-1 home defeat against a very strong AFC Greenwich Borough outfit.

Political opinion with Andrew Griffith MP: The Budget was a missed opportunity

Andrew Griffith MP — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:27:47 GMT

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Bosham road closed for Southern Water sewer works

Sam Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:22:24 GMT

Motorists and residents in Bosham are being advised to plan ahead as Ratham Lane closes for five days while Southern Water carries out specialist work to seal the sewer network beneath the road.

Agutter’s team hand Worthing first league defeat in 11 games

Jude Deedigan — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:19:36 GMT

Worthing tasted defeat in the Enterprise National League for the first time since August as Sutton United prevailed to claim a 3-0 victory at the Sussex Transport Community Stadium.

The countdown to Christmas is on, join Think18 for festive fun, food, and fundraising

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:00:33 GMT

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Befriended marks 10th anniversary with the first of 10 celebration events

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:58:15 GMT

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West Sussex council reorganisation should be stopped, says UNISON

Karen Dunn and Local Democracy Reporter — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:35:04 GMT

The Government needs to stop the local government reorganisation (LGR) process and concentrate on giving West Sussex councils the funding they need.

Worthing author reveals more secrets of a south coast community in her latest novel

Elaine Hammond — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:26:36 GMT

More secrets from a fictional charitable trust community on the south coast will be revealed in Worthing author Wendy Greene's new novel.

Storm-toppled Crawley tree was not on council's regular inspection programme

Sam Morton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:12:02 GMT

A historic lime tree brought down during Storm Austen in Crawley was not on a regular tree inspection programme, West Sussex County Council has confirmed.

Crawley Town interim boss expecting tough FA Cup test at Wimborne Town

By The Newsroom — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:11:50 GMT

Interim boss Kevin Blackwell has warned his Crawley Town side that Sunday's FA Cup tie at Non League Wimborne Town will be a tough game, despite the hosts being three divisions below League Two.

Political opinion with Cllr Duncan Crow: The local government reorganisation shambles drags on

Duncan Crow — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:07:16 GMT

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SEN SHED: This is how wood turning is turning around the lives of Sussex youngsters with special educational needs

Gary Shipton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:05:49 GMT

SEN SHED provides safe, structured woodturning workshops for neurodivergent children and young people aged 11–22, including those with autism, ADHD and dyslexia. Supported by experienced woodturners and trained volunteers, participants develop confidence, practical and creative skills, social connections and a sense of achievement through hands-on activity.

Sussex charity is holding a Fire Walk event to support disabled people

Andy Hemsley — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:55:54 GMT

A Sussex charity supporting more than 1,000 people affected by disability is holding its first ever Charity Fire Walk - and here's your chance to take part.

Call 999 if you see this missing teenager in West Sussex

Sam Morton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:44:04 GMT

The police are searching for a missing teenager in West Sussex.

Shoreham girl praised for her action to help plant more trees

Elaine Hammond — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:40:20 GMT

A Shoreham girl's fundraising for Tree Action UK will help fund planting projects in local schools, to create greener spaces where children can learn about nature and take an active role in caring for it.

Please keep fireworks away from Ashdown Forest this bonfire season, say conservators

Peter Lindsey — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:33:30 GMT

With Sussex bonfire season now underway, the Conservators of Ashdown Forest are asking visitors to keep fireworks away from the vicinity.

Chichester volunteers prepare for 11th year of bringing Christmas kindness to the community

Sam Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:27:23 GMT

A group of dedicated volunteers is preparing to serve up more than 100 free Christmas dinners in Chichester this Christmas, continuing a tradition that has helped bring people together for 11 years.

Worthing chef reaches final six in national Care Chef of the Year competition

Bridget Cordy — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:18:59 GMT

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Auction Advice: Why it might be an idea not to open your luxury Advent calendar

John Nicholson's Auctioneers & Valuers — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:18:04 GMT

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Omid Djalili - using comedy to highlight mass murder

Phil Hewitt — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:05:49 GMT

Worthing date

Hurstpierpoint Village News

Margaret Carey — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:00:47 GMT

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Duchess joins Sea Scouts as they launch £1million campaign to build a new community hub for West Sussex village

Elaine Hammond — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:54:05 GMT

Georgina, Duchess of Norfolk, has joined Lancing Sea Scouts on a sail out to sea, as the group launches a £1million campaign to replace its headquarters.

Andy's Angels - this is how an extraordinary Sussex charity is helping families cope with grief and look to the future with positivity

Gary Shipton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:49:23 GMT

Andy’s Angels is an extraordinary Worthing-based charity supporting children and families through bereavement.

Flood prevention work planned for Shripney and Elmer ahead of winter

Sam Pole — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:45:37 GMT

Flood prevention measures and drainage maintenance are being planned across the Bognor Regis and Littlehampton area ahead of winter, following concerns about the risk of flooding in communities including Shripney and Elmer.

Join Worthing’s sight loss charity for a traditional Christmas carol service

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:19:28 GMT

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Lingfield salon owner named triple finalist in the 2026 Women’s Business Awards

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:12:51 GMT

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Football legends gather to remember Pompey goalkeeper Alan Knight

Phil Hewitt — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:05:21 GMT

The Kings Theatre

Chichester's winning run continues

Simon Tanner — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:00:24 GMT

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Car and cyclist involved in collision near Chichester

Sam Morton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:57:18 GMT

One person has been taken to hospital following a collision, involving a car and a cyclist, in Fishbourne.

Police called to 'incident' as traffic delays hit Mid Sussex

Sam Morton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:52:05 GMT

Police officers were called to an ‘incident’ in the Goddards Green area, with drivers being urged to use an alternative route where possible.

Could you be Burgess Hill Hockey Club's next goalkeeper?

Cath Donovan — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:50:05 GMT

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Burgess Hill 4s show grit and determination to defeat strong Hailsham 3s

Cath Donovan — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:49:17 GMT

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Historic cars draw crowds in Crawley and Mid Sussex villages

Sam Morton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:48:59 GMT

Hundreds of veteran cars travelled from London to Brighton on Sunday, as the annual run marked 130 years since the event that first celebrated a new era of freedom for motorists.

Barns Green poppy display bigger and better than ever

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:48:04 GMT

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Match-funded donations help Bognor's Grandad's Front Room to help others

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:41:31 GMT

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Copthorne and East Grinstead slimming expert celebrated for her work helping people lose weight

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:40:10 GMT

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Sussex, Surrey and Kent schools urged to ditch flights for greener school trips

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:38:32 GMT

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Horsham Geological Field Club presents Geology in Art and Art in Geology lecture

contributor — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:32:31 GMT

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‘Deeply shocked’ – Club rally round after cup tie is abandoned as incident leaves player hospitalised

Steve Bone — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:31:11 GMT

A cup tie between two West Sussex Football League teams was abandoned after an incident which eft a player needing to go to hospital with serious mouth and jaw injuries.

Reader picture: Wild roe deer in Warnham

Bill Thornton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:07:20 GMT

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Billingshurst Bar Billiards: Springbok bounce back

Clive Thompson — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:06:19 GMT

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Guildford - the power of live music, teenage angst, sibling rivalry and love...

Phil Hewitt — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:05:13 GMT

Anthem for Dissatisfaction

Letter to the editor: Seven tests for Homes England on West of Ifield

Richard W Symonds — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:01:55 GMT

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Animal Magic: We have been very privileged to welcome Dr Christiane Blahak MRCVS to the Mewes family, earlier this year

Dr Julia Mewes — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:00:29 GMT

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Horsham and District Snooker League week 5 report

Matt Haynes — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:57:04 GMT

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It’s goodbye Steve, hello Steff at Mannings Heath

Bob Hooper — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:56:29 GMT

Goodbye Steve, hello Steff! It was changing captains day at Mannings Heath as Steve Batley putted himself out of office and deputy Steffan Battle drove himself in.

Horsham & District Dart League week six report

Terry Thornton — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:56:25 GMT

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A very mixed week for WPBC

Graham Robert Farley — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:54:54 GMT

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Rams charge to eight-try win on the road

Russ Stobbs — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:54:03 GMT

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Chailey Village News

Mandy Dembrey — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:53:11 GMT

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Reasons to be Cheerful: Remembrance, Rosemary and Rockets

Vicky Edwards — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:49:48 GMT

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Mid Sussex Football League Fixtures & Results

Paul John — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:48:26 GMT

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Gwyn Jones Farm Diary: Planning ahead has always been a major part of farming industry

Gwyn Jones — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:47:43 GMT

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Goring CC FC 10 v Wittering United Reserves FC 2

Andrew Crack — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:45:07 GMT

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Seven try Heath win Sussex derby

Phil Herbert — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:44:23 GMT

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