CLAPHAM AND PATCHING VILLAGES
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8 December, 2023
Get Arty in the New Year
A small group will be meeting at The Junction on Monday afternoons from 1.30 to 3.30, starting 8th January. Cost £3 - bring your own materials, pay for your drinks. Contact Yvette to reserve a space (numbers are limited).
Other local news
24 July, 2023
Are you recycling everything you could?
Many people aren't sure whether they can recycle some things - such as black plastic pots, tubs and trays, and empty aerosols - and are putting them in the general waste just in case.
11 April, 2023
Cut the cost of composting
Composting has lots of benefits, and simply involves recycling your fruit and veg peelings, along with any other organic materials like grass cuttings, unwanted plants, tea bags, coffee grounds and egg shells.
Together, these will naturally decompose over time to produce a ready-made mixture rich in nutrients to feed your soil and nourish your garden.
It’s a great way to minimise waste collected from your household, and a simple way to help the environment and give your garden a natural boost.
WSCC has a special offer on GetComposting compost bins,
23 March, 2023
Recycling centres - longer opening hours
From Saturday 1 April, all West Sussex Recycling Centres will switch to extended summer hours. Remember that you will still need to book a slot in advance.
31 March, 2023
Potholes
Although many potholes have already been filled in, last winter's severe weather and temperature changes have caused many more to appear. WSCC Highways team are doing all they can to repair as soon as possible those that need filling for safety reasons. You can help by reporting a pothole online, giving as much detail as you can.