Salehurst and Robertsbridge Parish Council

Welcome

Salehurst & Robertsbridge is one of the larger parishes in East Sussex and lies mid-way between Tunbridge Wells to the north and Hastings to the south on the main London to Hastings road, the A21.

 

The parish is entirely contained within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

 

More information about the history and organisation of the parish can be found at About the Parish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Latest News

 

Parish Council Meeting - Tuesday 28th January 2025
23rd Jan 2025

 

There will be a Full Council Meeting on TUESDAY 28th January at the Village Hall in Station Road, at 7.30pm.

 

THE PUBLIC AND PRESS ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO ATTEND

 

 

A period of up to 15 minutes will be allowed at the start for questions and comments from the public.

 

Free Home Energy Assessments until 31st March
21st Jan 2025

 

In order to help households in rural Rother improve energy efficiency and reduce energy bills, Citizens Advice 1066 are offering free home energy assessments for eligible households, as part of the government-funded Local Energy Advice Demonstrator (LEAD). This project ends on 31 March, so time is running out to find out if you can get a free assessment.

 

If you live in a rural part of Rother District and are a homeowner, landlord or private tenant then you may be eligible to participate in this project. Anyone who is in a 'hard to reach' demographic or a 'hard to treat' home, such as older buildings and those not on mains gas, can be included. If you know someone else who may be eligible, feel free to pass details on to them too.

For further information on the scheme and eligibility requirements, please visit the Citizens Advice 1066 website, or phone 01424 869 352 and leave a message mentioning LEAD.

 

A21 Road Closures
14th Jan 2025

 

A21 Road Closures January 2025: Information from National Highways

 

We'll be carrying out essential resurfacing works on the A21 between Swiftsden and Northbridge Street. To undertake these works safely we'll need to close the A21 in both directions. Work will be carried out in three phases, overnight Monday to Friday between the hours of 8pm to 6am.

 

 

Phase one

A21 Coopers Corner to Hurst Green - Monday 13 January to Friday 17 January

 

 

Phase two

A21 Hurst Green to Bodiam Road - Monday 20 January to Thursday 23 January

 

 

Phase three

Bodiam Road to Northbridge Street - Friday 24 January to Friday 31 January

 

 

Residents and businesses will need to be escorted within the closure. To enter the closure area please wait at the hard closure point to be escorted. When leaving properties there will be a telecom service in place which will put you in contact with the traffic management team to escort you out. Please note there might be a slight wait.

 

These works will generate some noise for which we apologise in advance.

 

Works are weather dependent.

 

Diversion - The main diversion for the works will be via Westfield lane and join the A21 back via the A268 at Hawkhurst Road.

 

 

 

COUNCILLOR VACANCIES
8th Jan 2025

 

If you would like to apply for one of our three vacancies, please download the application form and submit as per the instructions on the form, by 5pm on Monday 13th January 2025.

 

Applications will be considered by the Parish Council at their meeting on Monday 20th January, 7.30pm in the Village Hall. Applicants will be expected to attend the meeting and those appointed will join the remainder of the meeting as a full Member of the Council.

 

If you require any further information, please make contact with the Clerks, or any one of the Councillors - their contact details can be found on the 'Contact us' page.

 

FLOOD AWARENESS EVENT SATURDAY 17TH MAY 2025
18th Dec 2024

 

Please save the date: Saturday 17th May 2025, 10am - 1pm.

The Parish Council, in partnership with the Environment Agency will be holding a drop-in event at the Village Hall. Our own flood defence scheme will be explained (possibly some demos) plus general information on flooding preparedness, safety and warnings. Lots of interactive activities for all the family.

 

Further information and publicity to follow nearer the time.

Forthcoming Events

 

Robertsbridge 800

 

View the associated document

 

Robertsbridge 800 is a Robertsbridge Summer Event being held on Saturday 21st June 2025 . It will celebrate the 800 years since Robertsbridge was granted a Market Charter and will cover the history of the Parish. Come and join us for this fun day for the whole community. Free entry with fun and entertainment for all ages. Poster here or above.

 

Why not enter the children's fancy dress or the soap box parade? Please let Simon Longhurst know if you plan to enter the parade simon.longhurst@salehurst-pc.org.uk

 

 

If you can help in any way, please contact

 

FLOOD AWARENESS EVENT SATURDAY 17TH MAY 2025
18th Dec 2024

 

Please save the date: Saturday 17th May 2025, 10am - 1pm.

The Parish Council, in partnership with the Environment Agency will be holding a drop-in event at the Village Hall. Our own flood defence scheme will be explained (possibly some demos) plus general information on flooding preparedness, safety and warnings. Lots of interactive activities for all the family.

 

Further information and publicity to follow nearer the time.