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A New Way of Reporting Crime

Police Forces across England & Wales are using a new system called Single Online Home (SOH). This is a policing portal which allows the public to easily report crimes, incidents and information online.

The police non-emergency phone number 101 remains available if personal contact is required. However, using SOH significantly reduces wait times for those reporting crimes or incidents, or if you simply wish to provide some information to the police. Reporting online via SOH is easy and effective. It has been positively endorsed by a number of Neighbourhood Watch members who have had the opportunity to use it.

The new portal can be found on the home page of the recently updated Sussex Police website www.sussex.police.uk. In addition to the Report area, here you will find a new box “Tell us about …”. There is a drop down from which you can select, for example, “Something you’ve seen or heard”.

We have given you this information as we know that some people are rightly cautious about clicking on links in E-mails. However, there are some shortcut links available as below, which we have tested for you.

If reporting a crime or incident which has occurred in Sussex, SOH is available directly viahttps://sussex.police.uk/contact-us/report-online/. You can scroll further down that page to see other options.

If reporting a crime or incident which has occurred outside of Sussex, SOH is available viahttps://report.police.uk.

If it’s something that you’ve seen or heard the link ishttps://www.sussex.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/soh/something-youve-seen-or-heard/.

SOH should not be used for an emergency – dialling 999 remains the means of contact if there is danger to a person or if a crime is being committed.

All reports submitted via SOH will receive an immediate acknowledgement message. Reports are reviewed in live time, and within 48 hours Sussex Police will provide a personal response from a named staff member.

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Hadlow Down Bonfire & Fireworks

Bonfire And Fireworks 2025

Weather permitting, the 2025 bonfire event is on Saturday 1st November. In addition to the massive bonfire, there will be the usual exciting firework display, licensed bar, BBQ, mulled wine, hot drinks, toffee apples and rocky road. Admission is FREE as usual but we EXPECT generous donations by cash in the collecting buckets or by contactless (QR code) before you leave. Free admission means your contributions are eligible for “Gift Aid” meaning we can reclaim 25% from the HMRC on top of your donations.
Timetable

  • 19:00 Gates open for public entry to the Playing Field.
  • 19:30 Torchlit procession departs the New Inn and proceeds down Hut Lane then along the footpath to Waghorns Lane and then to School Lane.
  • 19:45 Bonfire prayers and speech.
  • 19:50 Torches cast onto the bonfire.
  • 20:45 Grand Firework Display finale.

We advise meeting at the New Inn earlier so as to join the precession to the bonfire. Torches will be available for responsible adults to carry. If you want to carry a torch, wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
Program
The 2025 Program is now available at reputable stockists – well, the New Inn actually. Only £1.

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An Evening With Owls

From Daniel Clark:
An Evening with Owls is coming to venues near Hadlow Down this November & December!

Join us for a magical evening in the company of our beautiful owls. From little to large, step into their world as they fly just inches over your head. Discover the hidden lives of these secretive birds as we travel the world meeting owls from frozen forests and sun-baked grasslands.
🗓️ Hadlow Down Village Hall – 16th November – 6pm.
🎟️Tickets available today via the website at www.owlandraptorcentre.co.uk/eveningwithowls
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Panto Read Through

The Hadlow Down Drama & Variety Club are delighted to announce that the HDDVC will be performing a pantomime on the 13th and 14th March, 2026.
Julie Twigg will be directing the panto we have selected, which is Dick Turpin. We felt this panto would be a bit different, and is not one that we have performed before.
On the 3rd December at 7.00pm, in the Village Hall, we will be holding a ‘read through’ evening; an opportunity, for those interested in joining the cast, to get a flavour of the panto prior to casting.
We always welcome new members and hope that you will feel you can join the cast, help backstage or support front of house.
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🍂 🍽Autumn Fundraising Lunch – Food, Fun & Community Spirit!

We’re inviting you to join us for a special fundraising Sunday Lunch and Games on Sunday 12th October at 1pm in the Village Hall. It’s the perfect way to kick off autumn: delicious food, lively company, and plenty of fun.

On the menu:

  • Hearty beef casserole with dumplings
  • Tender chicken in white wine
  • A tasty vegetarian option

Tickets:

  • £15 per adult
  • £7.50 per child (under 16)

👉 Pre-booking is essential! Please call 07795 451976 to reserve your tickets.

 

Bring your appetite, your family, and your friends – every ticket sold and every laugh shared over lunch brings us one step closer to our HDCC fundraising goal. Let’s make this another memorable village event together.

We can’t wait to see you there!