Haywards Heath Commemorates Armistice Day Haywards Heath, November 11, 2025 — Today, the town of Haywards Heath came together to mark Armistice Day with a moving Schools Remembrance Service held at St Wilfrid’s Church. buff.ly/4oAUcE1

Today, November 11th, is Armistice Day. We remember those who have given their lives in the service of their country. We will remember them. #Lestweforget

Haywards Heath Commemorates Remembrance Sunday with Service and Parade The annual Remembrance Sunday Service and Parade was held on Sunday, 10th November, at the War Memorial on Muster Green, bringing the community together to honour those who served and sacrificed for our freedom. buff.ly/bfmy94G

Please join us tomorrow, Sunday 9th November, for our Remembrance Sunday service at the War Memorial on Muster Green. The full order of service can be found on our website: buff.ly/qHdwB2J If you are unable to make it, we will also be live streaming the service online on Facebook #lestweforget

Love the planet? Passionate about sustainability? Join us for our next People, Planet, Pint meetup — where great minds meet over great drinks! We’re thrilled to welcome special guest speaker, Farmer Tom, sharing his insights on sustainable farming and protecting our countryside. #Sustainability

Bolnore Village Community Litter Picking On Saturday 8th November, 2pm-4pm 22-28 Middle Village, Bolnore Village, RH16 4GH All ages welcome, furry friends highly encouraged. Gear and refreshments provided. Hope to see you there!

A New Memorial Bench in Haywards Heath A new commemorative bench has been installed on South Road, near the entrance to St Wilfrid’s Church, marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day and honouring all who served and sacrificed during the Second World War. Lest we forget.

Haywards Heath Craft & Gift Fair is back this Saturday! A perfect opportunity to buy some local handmade gifts for Christmas, or a treat for yourself. Saturday 8th November 2.00pm - 4.20pm St Wilfrid's Church Hall #shoplocal #meethemakers #craftgiftfair #haywardsheath

Haywards Heath Baby Bank If you would like some Christmas dresses, jumpers and other Christmas outfits (0-7YEARS), please visit the Haywards Heath Baby Bank! Visit them on Thursday 6th November from 10am-12pm, at 9a Delaware Road Haywards Heath RH16 3UX. #HaywardsHeathBabyBank

Final Shout Out for our Christmas Card Competition! Deadline to enter is THIS WEDNESDAY The winning design will be printed onto cards to fundraise for the charity, with a prize for the winner. Please visit our website for the entry form and more details: buff.ly/PaPCFCu Good luck!

Our Winter 2025 Newsletter is here! Discover what’s been happening in Haywards Heath and what’s coming up this winter. It’s packed with festive fun, community highlights, and exciting opportunities! Download your copy now: buff.ly/dSPaQ7d And don’t forget to subscribe for future updates!

The Mayor’s Charity Quiz Night proved a fantastic success, raising over £1,750 for the Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity. The Mayor said: “I’m overjoyed with the turnout and generosity shown at our Quiz Night. My heartfelt thanks go to everyone who took part, donated, and helped on the night."

We warmly invite you to our Remembrance Sunday service on Sunday 9th November at the War Memorial on Muster Green. If you are unable to make it, we will also be live streaming the service online: please keep an eye on Haywards Heath Town Council’s Facebook page from 10.55am. #remembrancesunday

Haywards Heath is once again celebrating success after winning multiple accolades at the South & South East in Bloom Awards 2025, a prestigious initiative that recognises communities making sustainable and positive improvements to their local environments. buff.ly/tZIvqTn

It’s time to spread some festive cheer across our town! We are inviting all businesses to take part in our Best Dressed Christmas Window Competition 2025! It's free to enter! Please register by 17th November using this link: buff.ly/7uCaAVT Competition Dates: Friday 21st Nov - Friday 5th Dec

A kind reminder that the Haywards Heath Town Hall office is closed TODAY due to staff training. Emails and phone calls will not be answered during this time. The Town Hall will still be open for any booked room hires. Thank you for your understanding and we wish you all a good weekend!

This Christmas, we are once again committing to helping the elderly and vulnerable, who may be facing the festive season alone by providing Christmas gift packages. We are asking for donations to go into the gift packages. Thank you for your support!

The Community Food Hub will be at Ashenground Community Centre from 10am-11am on Friday 31st October. For more information visit their website buff.ly/3CQVGjf #Community #FoodRescue #HaywardsHeath #WastePrevention #WestSussexRecycles #FightAgainstFoodWaste #WestSussexClimateAction

It's the final week of our Christmas Card Competition - don't forget to enter before Wednesday 5th November! Please visit our website for the entry form and more details: buff.ly/PaPCFCu

Please join us on Sunday 9th November, for our Remembrance Sunday service at the War Memorial on Muster Green. The service will begin shortly before 11.00am, leading into the Two Minutes’ Silence at 11 o’clock. The full order of service can be found on our website: buff.ly/qHdwB2J

Please kindly note that the Haywards Heath Town Hall office will be closed this coming Friday, 31st October due to staff training. Emails and phone calls will not be answered during this time. The Town Hall will still be open for any booked room hires. Thank you for your understanding.

It’s been another wonderful month of community spirit here in Haywards Heath, with our Mayor and Deputy Mayor attending a host of local events celebrating the people, partnerships, and projects that make our town so special. Read more about their visits here: buff.ly/z878bsp

Haywards Heath is celebrating the incredible gardening talent that helps make our town bloom, with the announcement of this year’s Best Kept Garden Competition winners. We extend warm congratulations and thanks to all who took part! buff.ly/OvJYTlm

Half term is here! Join in at Play Days, an unforgettable afternoon packed with activities for all ages! On Friday 31st October, 2pm-4pm at the Dolphin Leisure Centre It’s completely FREE — come along, get creative, and have some fun! Bring your friends, family, and plenty of energy!

The result of poll for the by-election for Haywards Heath North West has been declared. The seat has been filled by Caroline Ward of the Liberal Democrats party. Voting took place on Thursday 23 October. More details can be found on the Mid Sussex District Council website: buff.ly/rPYyzOU

The Haywards Heath Foodbank has officially expanded into an adjoining building, creating a new welcome area and space for their baby bank to better support local families in need. The team expressed their gratitude to those who donated time, resources, and funding to bring the project to life.

We are exploring the creation of an official Monopoly: Haywards Heath edition! And are keen to hear whether this is something you would would enjoy. Featuring local landmarks and familiar favourites, it could be a unique way to celebrate our community. Please have your say: buff.ly/cqdhEXo

Join the Green Space Action Team! 1) Thu 23 Oct, 10am–12pm at Clair Park Litter pick + vegetation cutback with Rangers from Glendale. Refreshments provided. 2) Thu 30 Oct, 10am–12pm at Blunts Wood Nature Reserve Conservation tasks with tools provided. Refreshments afterwards.

We are currently experiencing some issues with our phone lines. If you cannot contact us via the phone, please email [email protected] and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience.

The gardens at Martlet Manor Care Home were filled with smiles, laughter, and teamwork recently as children from St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School and Alegría Spanish Dance visited to help get the care home’s outdoor spaces ready for winter. A big thankyou to Alegría Spanish Dance for organising!

Happy Diwali to all who are celebrating today! #FestivalOfLights

The Friends of Scrase Valley Community Orchard are exploring the history of our beloved orchard — and they would love your help! Do you remember the apple trees here in years gone by? Perhaps you helped plant the trees, or know the history? Please share your stories by emailing [email protected]

CHRISTMAS CARD COMPETITION Haywards Heath Town Council, alongside Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity, are holding a competition for Primary School aged children to design the Mayor’s Official Christmas Card for 2025. Please visit our website for the entry form and more details: buff.ly/PaPCFCu

This Christmas, we are once again committing to helping the elderly and vulnerable, who may be facing the festive season alone by providing Christmas gift packages We are asking for good quality donations to go into the gift packages, with a best before date no earlier than January 2026. Thank you!

Wondering what to get up to during half term? Join us for an unforgettable day packed with activities for all ages! On Friday 31st October, 2pm-4pm at the Dolphin Leisure Centre It’s completely FREE — come along, get creative, and have some fun! Bring your friends, family, and plenty of energy!

Calling All Haywards Heath Shops! It’s time to spread some festive cheer across our town! We are inviting all retail and non-retail businesses to take part in our Best Dressed Christmas Window Competition 2025! It's free to enter! Please register by 17th November using this link: buff.ly/7uCaAVT

The Mayor's Charity Quiz Night is THIS WEEK! Book your table while you still can! Friday 17th October 6:30 PM Town Hall, 40 Boltro Road, RH16 1BA Email [email protected] to register your team of 6. Tickets are £15 per person. Proudly sponsored by P & S Gallagher.

Free Electric Blanket Testing THIS WEEK on Tuesday 14 October & Wednesday 15 October, 9.30am - 4.30pm at the Haywards Heath Fire Station, Mill Green Road, RH16 1XQ By appointment only, please call 0345 872 9719 #firesafety #freetesting #haywardsheath

Early Bird Entries Now Open for the Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend 2026! Get ready for three incredible days of running across three Mid Sussex towns — each with its own unique challenge and atmosphere! 2–4 May 2026 Early bird entry open until 30 November — sign up now and secure your place!

Stall Bookings for our Christmas Festival close next Wednesday! Make sure you to fill out our registration form before it's too late! buff.ly/PaPCFCu

Friends of Ashenground and Bolnore Woods are hosting a free walk this Saturday! Join them on a fun, fact-filled fungi walk around the woods. When: Saturday, 10am–11:30am Where: Meet at the Railway Bridge on Ashenground Road Come along, enjoy the autumn air, and learn something new!

The Mayor's Charity Quiz Night is next Friday! Please join us for a fun evening of trivia, great food, and community spirit, all in support of the Dame Vera Lynn Children's Charity. Book your team of 6 now! Email [email protected] to register your team. Tickets are £15pp.

Haywards Heath Town Council proudly celebrated Silver Sunday 2025 by delivering biscuits and warm wishes to every care home in the town, spreading joy and appreciation to older residents. For more information, visit silversunday.org.uk #silversunday #community #haywardsheath

Pie & a Pint – Men’s Community Meet-Up Thursday 9 October 2pm–3pm Martlet Manor, Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 4DA To attend, please contact: [email protected] #HaywardsHeath #Community #MensMeetUp

Free Electric Blanket Testing on Tuesday 14 October & Wednesday 15 October, 9.30am - 4.30pm at the Haywards Heath Fire Station, Mill Green Road, RH16 1XQ By appointment only, please call 0345 872 9719 #firesafety #freetesting #haywardsheath

Ever wonder what’s happening in Haywards Heath? Check out our Events & Activities Calendar on the Haywards Heath Town Council website! Got an event of your own? You can submit it to the calendar! Visit our website to explore and share: buff.ly/UlOwrJB #HaywardsHeath #CommunityEvents #WhatsOn

Did you know we host weddings at the Town Hall? We’re delighted to offer a light and versatile setting for your special day. You can now download our brand-new wedding brochure on our website and start planning today! buff.ly/ZcqQstm #HaywardsHeath #Weddings #TownHall

A car key has been found in Boltro Road, if you think this is yours please visit the Haywards Heath Town Hall. Thank you!

Recycle for a good cause! Did you know you can recycle your ink cartridges locally at Ashenground Community Centre? All proceeds go straight back into supporting the amazing community work they do. A simple way to cut down on waste and give back at the same time! #HaywardsHeath #CommunitySupport

Join the Green Space Action Team this month! Thu 2 Oct, 10am–12pm at Beech Hurst Gardening tasks Thu 16 Oct, 10am–12pm at Victoria Park Gardening tasks Thu 23 Oct, 10am–12pm at Clair Park Litter pick + vegetation cutback Thu 30 Oct, 10am–12pm at Blunts Wood Nature Reserve Conservation tasks