Cathy Merry writes – For some 8 years now, I have visited detainees being held at the Gatwick immigration removal centres where I have heard many disturbing stories at first hand from asylum seekers who have come to seek refuge here. As a visitor for the Gatwick Detainee Welfare Group, www.gdwg.org.uk , I visit detainees … [Read more…]
Tim Baker writes: Richard Cook the Conservationist is doing a grand job and has nearly finished the Sharpe Memorial restoration on the Church Hill steps. A couple of photos taken last week also show the maker’s name which has just been uncovered ~ Bennett of Brighton. We think this was covered up during World War … [Read more…]
From Tim Baker: In 1865 the Churchyard was extended onto the site of the former Smugglers Cottages in Church Hill, close to the Old School House. The land was purchased through the generosity of the good folk of Courtlands in Sharpthorne. To mark this, a memorial stone was fixed to the wall alongside the steps … [Read more…]
GRAND LAUNCH OF THE APPEAL FOR ST. MARGARET’S EXTENSION FUND The plans are on view in the church now, pop in and have a look. The Slinfold Concert Band delighted us with a rousing and most enjoyable afternoon of music in the church last Sunday, helping us to raise funds … [Read more…]