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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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The Pantomime is Back!

After a break of a few years, the famous Hadlow Down Variety & Drama Club Pantomime is returning to the Village Hall — and we’re delighted to welcome it back!

This year’s production is “Dick Turpin”, promising a thoroughly entertaining evening in the grand tradition of panto. Expect plenty of laughs, a fabulous pantomime Dame… and keep an eye out for the pantomime horse!

Dandy highwayman Dick Turpin travels to York pursued by the villainous Judge Mental and his Bow Street Runners, Hand and Cuff.
In York he meets and falls in love with Maggie Micklegate of the Cock and Bull Inn, run by Doris Doolittle and her son Simon.

When Dick reveals he holds a pirate’s treasure map and offers to make them all rich, the adventure truly begins…
Will Judge Mental capture our hero, or will Dick escape once again?

The performances will take place at 7:30pm on 13th & 14th March in the Village Hall.

The pantomime always sells out, so if you haven’t already booked — do get your tickets soon! £12 for adults and £6.50 for under 16s

Come along and support a wonderful local tradition while enjoying a brilliant night’s entertainment.

Now has anyone seen that pesky horse?

You can Buy Tickets Here

What was that? “Did you say “Behind You!”

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Village Associations Annual General Meeting – All Welcome


The Hadlow Down Village Associations — Hadlow Down Village Hall, Hadlow Down Playing Field, Hadlow Down Village Fayre and Hadlow Down Community Centre — warmly invite residents to attend their Annual General Meeting at 7:30pm on 20th February in the Village Hall.

Come along to hear the Chair’s reports for 2025 and find out what has been achieved over the past year, as well as the plans and priorities for the year ahead.

All of these organisations are run by volunteers for the benefit of the whole community. Your support really matters, and the AGM is a great opportunity to learn more about what they do and how you might like to get involved.

Refreshments will be served and there will be time to chat informally afterwards.

We look forward to seeing you there.

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New monthly Pop in and Craft sessions in the Village Hall

We’re pleased to share that a new Craft Group has started in the Village Hall — a relaxed and friendly space where everyone is welcome.

The sessions are free to attend, and each month two crafts are demonstrated. If you would like to join in, packs of supplies are provided for you to use during the session or take home and finish later — perfect for beginners as well as experienced crafters.

This month we’ll be making Raggy Dolls and focusing on upcycling projects, giving old fabrics and materials a new life.

The café kitchen will be open from 10:00am, serving brunch, tea and coffee, homemade soup and a roll, hot dogs, and plenty of delicious cakes. Even if crafting isn’t your thing, it’s a lovely place to pop in for a late breakfast or lunch with friends.

All proceeds from the café go directly to support HDCC

Why not pop in this Saturday from 10:00am and see what it’s all about?

For all upcoming dates, please check the calendar here.

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🌼 Spring Market – Save the Date

Pop the date in your diary — our Spring Market will be held in the Village Hall on Saturday 28th March.

Please do come along and join us for a relaxed morning in good company. There will be a wonderful selection of local businesses, home produce, jams and handmade crafts, perfect for a browse or to pick up something special.

It’s also a great chance to catch up with friends and neighbours over a cuppa — with cakes and hot snacks available to keep you going.

The Spring Lottery will be drawn during the event… could you be our next winner?

Best of all, every purchase and every visit helps support our fundraising efforts to build a new Village Hall at the Playing Field. Your support really does make a difference.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Christmas Market this Saturday

🎀With less than a week to go until the Christmas Market, in aid of HDCC. We thought we’d take a moment to share all the details with you –

🎄 At our Christmas market you will meet local producers, butchers and crafts people.

🎄Have you saved the date? This Saturday, 22nd November 2025

🎄Entry is FREE

🎄Thoughtful gifting, festive food, bring your family & friends

🎄Delicious food to grab & go. Hot drinks, cakes and more! Local producers and makers. Festive fun for all.

🎄 See our Village Lottery draw take place, could you be our next winner?

🎄There will be a warm welcome awaiting you, 10 am – 2 pm

HDCC is a registered charity no. 1158375
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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.