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English Heritage launches ‘Ice-Cream Splat Insurance’ for Summer Visitors
English Heritage launches 'ice-cream splat insurance' at sites near Chichester, like Battle Abbey. Get free cone replacements throughout August 2026.
Severe train disruption following landslip between Glynde and Berwick heading towards Eastbourne
Rail services to Eastbourne are suspended due to a landslip between Glynde and Berwick during Airbourne 2024. Plan ahead with...
18-Year-Old London Man Dies Following Incident at Camber Sands Beach
An 18-year-old London man has died at Camber Sands beach, East Sussex. Sussex Police and emergency crews attended the scene...
Fires and Low Rivers: How Dry July Hurt Sussex Ecosystems
Sussex river habitats are suffering as the Ouse & Adur Rivers Trust warns that low water levels and heat in...
The funicular that went where you would least expect: Devil’s Dyke
Explore the history of the lost Steep Grade Railway at Devil's Dyke, West Sussex. Discover James Henry Hubbard's Victorian adventure...
How the Latest Heatwave Impacts the South East & Chichester
Met Office and UKHSA issue heat-health alerts for the South East as temperatures top 30°C. Learn how the heat affects...
Dog Walker Injured in Hailsham Bypass Crash
Sussex Police appeal for witnesses after an elderly dog walker was seriously injured by a Volvo XC40 on the A22...
Student finance deadline missed? What students and parents should do now
Students and parents in Chichester who missed the recommended student finance deadline should still apply as soon as possible if...
Kingsham Primary pupils take part in Chichester Junior Mayor day
Three pupils from Kingsham Primary School took part in Chichester’s Junior Mayor for the Day, spending time with the Mayor...
West Sussex residents urged to respond on council reorganisation plans
West Sussex residents, businesses and community organisations have until 15 June 2026 to respond to a Government consultation on local...
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