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Free health checks available for eligible residents this autumn
Publish Date: 19 August 2026
Following the success of the previous roadshows, One You East Sussex will again be using its community outreach campervan, COLIN, to provide bookable NHS health check appointments and health advice. The appointments will take between 30-40 minutes and results will be discussed during the session. Spaces are limited and unlikely to be available on the...
Council launches targeted support to help low-income Wealden families manage back-to-school costs
Publish Date: 18 August 2026
The new scheme offers a one-off payment of £50 for each child in an eligible household, funded by the council’s Cost of Living Reserve. The funding is limited and awards will be made on a first come, first served basis, so families are urged to apply as soon as possible. The scheme is designed...
Wealden Crematorium rated ‘Outstanding’ after recent inspection
Publish Date: 13 August 2026
Operated by Wealden District Council, the crematorium provides cremation and memorial services for communities across the district and surrounding areas. The FBCA represents around 85% of cremation authorities in the UK and provides services and guidance to support its members. The FBCA carried out the inspection as part of its Crematorium Compliance Scheme, assessing key...
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...