News Articles
New community sports hub opens to deliver lasting benefits for Wealden residents and communities
Publish Date: 5 August 2026
Located near the Boship roundabout on the A267 in Lower Dicker, Hailsham, the £16.7 million state-of-the-art sports hub has been developed to meet the growing need for accessible sport and recreation facilities across the district. The Hub has been funded by Wealden District Council, as landowner, with £3.5 million in part-funding from the Premier League,...
Wealden Crematorium welcomes residents for behind the scenes open day
Publish Date: 5 August 2026
As part of Wealden Crematorium's annual behind-the-scenes open day, ‘Beyond the Farewell’, is a unique event bringing together leading experts from across the bereavement, funeral and cremation sectors to share knowledge, challenge misconceptions and encourage open conversations about death, dying and remembrance. With a line-up of speakers throughout the day, the event offers a rare opportunity to...
More funding given to make a difference in Wealden communities
Publish Date: 29 July 2026
The scheme was introduced by Wealden District Council in 2025 with the aim to improve local services and facilities for residents. Under the scheme, each district councillor was allocated £10,000 to spend on projects that address local priorities and benefit the community. During 2025/26 a total of £388,000 was awarded to local organisations and created...
Climate and Nature Network brings together local organisations for climate resilience workshop
Publish Date: 28 July 2026
The S.A.F.E.R. (Stronger Adaptation for Environmental Resilience an initiative for locally-led climate adaptation) workshop was delivered in partnership by Community Action East Sussex, the Wealden Food Partnership, and Wealden District Council’s Climate Change Team. The workshop was attended by 43 participants, who explored practical ways to strengthen local networks, identify opportunities for collaboration, and develop...
New waste operations depot and solar farm approved for Hailsham
Publish Date: 23 July 2026
The planning application was discussed yesterday at Wealden District Council’s Planning Committee meeting. Councillors agreed that a new site is needed as the existing depot at Amberstone is at full capacity and has no room to expand. The application includes the development of a waste vehicle operations depot facility alongside a solar panel array, which...