Hailsham Town News

There will be a butcher’s van, hardware, tools and kitchen supplies as well as plants and general pre-loved items in the boot fair. The mobile NatWest Bank will be along from 11am.

HAILSHAM FARMERS MARKET is Saturday 11 April from 9am to 12.30pm on the Cattle Market site, Market Street, Hailsham BN27 2AG. Pick up some beautiful local products.

Award-winning Bread and pastries stall, locally farmed meat, honey and wax products stall, and some fabulous handmade cards, a wide selection of vegetables and flower plants. The Market will run, whatever the weather, so please support your local farmers, producers and craftspeople at Hailsham Farmers’ Market. As always, there is plenty of free parking on site, so that you can pick your goods and pack your shopping straight into your car.

THE EAST SUSSEX HUSTINGS is to be hosted by Hailsham and District Chamber of Commerce on Monday 13 April at Hailsham Civic Community Hall, Vicarage Lane, BN27 1BE, next to Freedom Leisure Centre. Arrive at 6.30 for a 6.45pm prompt start. This will give you the opportunity to meet the Candidates for the East Sussex Council Elections and will be your chance to hear directly from those vying to represent you. The event invites members of the Sussex Weald constituency to attend a lively evening of election debate when you will also be given the chance to understand their priorities and plans, ask questions about issues that matter to you and your business. This is a free event, however a ticket is required from Eventbrite for one ticket per person, first come, first served. Please bring this with you for entry. There will be bag checks and doors will be closed at 6.45 sharp. Pre-submitted and audience questions will be put to candidates who will give opening statements, respond to key topics and deliver closing remarks.  Free parking is available on site. If you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket so it can be reallocated. The official candidate list will be announced soon, keep an eye on the website for more information at https://hailshamchamber.co.uk/east-sussex-council.

JUMBLE SALE hosted by the Hailsham Nightingales WI is taking place at St Wilfrid’s Church Hall, South Road, Hailsham BN27 3JG on Saturday 11 April. Doors open at 11am and entrance is 50p. There will be lady’s, men’s and children’s clothes, shoes and accessories (all named brands) with added book stall, cakes and tombola.

LAWN BOWLS OPEN DAY is on Saturday 25 April from 10am to 1pm at the Bowling Green, Vicarage Lane, Hailsham (behind Freedom Leisure Centre). If you are interested in giving lawn bowls a try, just turn up. Try for free, hands-on taster session, equipment provided. Just wear flat soled shoes. All ages and abilities welcome, a friendly and social (affiliated) club. Further details available at hailshambowlingclub.co.uk.

SPRINGLE HAILSHAM will transform Hailsham High Street into an outdoor spectacle on Saturday 18 April from 7.30pm. Audiences will experience ‘Lampadophores’ by French street theatre company Picto Facto, as illuminated inflatable puppets, live music and acrobatic performers fill the street with movement and light. The high street becomes a stage for the evening, drawing families and visitors into a memorable shared experience.

THE NEW PET CEMETERY on the Hailsham Cemetery site on Ersham Road is now open for residents to use, providing a peaceful and respectful place to remember their much-loved pets.

Details and Forms are on the Hailsham Town Council website or in its reception, open from 10am to 2pm. Leaflets detailing the service are also available in 3 local vets, Tatty Mats and Hot Dogs Grooming Shops. The fee for a 12 by 12-inch plot is £99 which covers a dedicated burial plot for pet ashes, plot preparation and interment by cemetery staff, a flower vase and a certificate of ownership. A small marker or memorial plaque can be added at the owner’s expense.

For further information visit the website, call 01323 841702 or pop into the Town Council office for a hard copy to complete.

HAILSHAM VOICES SPRING CONCERT is on Saturday 16 May. Doors open 6.15pm for 7pm start at Hailsham Parish Church, Vicarage Road, Hailsham BN27 1BJ. Go along and enjoy an hour of pop songs that you will know and love, sung by the inspirational and uplifting Hailsham Voices Pop Choir. With songs from ELO to Bruno Mars, there is something for everyone. A retiring collection will be held at the end of the concert for Demelza. Tickets are £7.70 adults and £5.50 child which includes booking fee from https://wegottickets.com/event/695954. There is plenty of free parking in local car parks.