Category: Notices/Information

New planning application for Dallington

RR/2026/0950/HOU – Cripps Farm, Padgham Lane
Proposed extensions and alterations to the existing dwelling, comprising a two-storey rear extension, the formation of a first floor balcony, widening of the existing site entrance, construction of a swimming pool with ancillary plant/changing room.
Deadline for comments – 09.09.26
Will be on the agenda at the DPC meeting in September (DPC will ask for an extension of time to comment).
Click on this link to see full details on the RDC planning website

 

Help prevent wild fires

Help Prevent Wild Fires
Sussex Neighbourhood Watch has shared a message from the West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service urging people to take extra precautions outdoors as the risk of wildfires remains very high across both East and West Sussex.
The recent prolonged period of warm, dry weather has left grassland, heathland and woodland areas particularly vulnerable to fire. Even small heat sources, such as discarded cigarettes, disposable barbecues or campfires, can develop into significant incidents that spread rapidly, especially during hot, dry and windy weather.
That not only poses a risk to people, property, wildlife and the environment, it also places significant pressure on emergency services.
The Fire & Rescue Service is asking everyone to play their part in reducing the risk.
Station Manager Matt Gamblen is West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service’s Wildfires Tactical Advisor. He said: “Our firefighters are prepared to respond when fires break out, but preventing a fire taking hold in the first place is always the best approach. We are asking everyone to be extra vigilant when enjoying the countryside and open spaces this summer. By taking a few simple precautions, residents can help protect their communities, local wildlife and our firefighters.
“Here in West Sussex we’re not experiencing the same weather conditions or scale of wildfire activity currently being seen in parts of southern Europe. However, prolonged periods of hot, dry weather can increase the risk of grass, heathland and woodland fires locally.
“It only takes a small spark from a discarded cigarette, barbecue, campfire or machinery to ignite dry vegetation which can have devastating consequences.
“It’s not possible to predict exactly where or when a wildfire may occur, which is why we’re continually monitoring weather conditions and working closely with partners, including landowners and local authorities, to prepare for periods of increased risk.
“I encourage residents and visitors to take extra care outdoors, avoid using disposable barbecues in open countryside, dispose of smoking materials responsibly and report any signs of fire immediately.”
Residents are also encouraged to avoid parking vehicles on dry grass, as hot exhaust systems can ignite vegetation, and to keep garden waste clear of combustible materials.
Wildfire safety advice
People can help prevent a fire breaking out by:
Not using disposable barbecues in the countryside or on areas of dry grass.
Avoiding campfires and open flames in open spaces.
Properly extinguishing and disposing of smoking materials.
Taking litter home, especially glass bottles which can focus sunlight and start a fire.
Not parking vehicles on dry grass.
Reporting fires or signs of fire immediately by calling 999.
For further summer safety guidance, visit: https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/keeping-safe-this-summer/

 

Agenda for Dallington Parish Council Meeting on WEDNESDAY 22.07.26

AGENDA FOR THE DALLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY 22nd JULY 2026

Parish Council Members are summoned to a meeting of Dallington Parish Council, to be held on Wednesday 22nd July 2026

Members of the press and public are welcome and encouraged to attend

Irene Marchant (Parish Clerk/RFO)

St. Giles, Woods Corner, Dallington, East Sussex TN21 9LA

01424 838414 – clerk@dallington.org.uk

17th May 2026

1. Disclosure of interests

To receive any disclosures by Members of personal interests on this agenda, the nature of any such interest and whether the Member regards the interest as a disclosable pecuniary interest under the terms of the Code of Conduct.

2. Dispensations

3. Apologies for absence

4. Accuracy of the minutes of the previous meeting(s)

5. Open Forum

5.1 County Council report (ESCC) – Councillor M. Ashdown

5.2 District Council report (RDC) – Councillor N. McLaren

5.3 Public Question Time – to receive any questions from members of the public regarding items on this agenda.

6. Grant request from Dallington PCC

To consider this grant request for the sum of £750.

7. Dark Skies Project

To discuss the progress of this project so far and to consider the next actions.

8. DPC Data Audit (Assertion 10)

For Members to approve by resolution the Data Audit at May 2026 as presented by the Clerk. Also to discuss GDPR training. (CLERK)

9. Local Government Reorganisation

For Members to consider the proposal by RALC and the alternative views.

10. DPC transition to .gov.uk

For the Clerk to brief Members on what is necessary and if agreed to take the necessary actions. (CLERK)

11. Legionella assessment – DRG pavilion

For the Clerk to brief Members on an assessment and any actions that need to be taken. (CLERK)

12. Planning

12.1 No planning applications for consideration.

12.2 Any other planning matters for discussion.

13. Enforcement

13.1 No Dallington items on RDC’s most recent enforcement list.

13.2 Any other enforcement matters for discussion.

14. Highways/Rights of Way

14.1 To consider any further actions/information regarding the B2096/South Lane/Brightling Road junction.

14.2 To consider any other highways/RoW matters for discussion.

15. Finance

15.1 Bank balances at 30.06.26

  • DPC deposit account – £14,426.60
  • DPC current account – £2,151.55
  • DRG current account – £362.35

15.2 To approve the following payments:

  • Clerk salary/HO Jun/Jul 2026 – £1,151.00
  • Uniserve IT support – £23.40
  • Satswana DPO service – £90.00
  • Pavilion fire inspection – £270.00
  • DRG top-up – £200.00
  • * UserWay subscription 2026-27 – £369.76
  • * Amazon PA refreshments – £55.03
  • * ICO registration 2026-27 – £52.00
  • * Turtle Engineering 2 defibb cases – £888.00

15.3 To approve the first quarter accounts at 30.06.26 as presented by the Clerk.

15.4 To sign the UT mandate for Councillor Gray-Smith.

16. Dates of next meetings

  • 18.08.26 – Full Council Meeting (provisional only)
  • 15.09.26 – Full Council Meeting

 

New defibrillator at Carricks Brook

(Posted on behalf of Michelle Baird)

Photo of Carricks Brook showing location of defibrillator

 

We now have a defibrillator installed at the front of Carricks Brook that we would like the wider community to know about and use if it’s their closest option. I attach a couple of photos to show the location. The lock code can be obtained through 999 or asking staff onsite.

NB there are two other defibrillators in the village – outside the village hall and outside The Swan. Check to see which is closest to you in case you need one in an emergency

Suspicious vehicle seen in Dallington

Please note the email received from Sussex Police yesterday.

Good afternoon all

Please can I ask you to be aware of the following and distribute to your communities. 

This afternoon a blue Subaru Estate, was seen in the Dallington area. 2 males were challenged and said they were interested in buying quad bikes and also enquired about buying a Land Rover that was nearby.  If anyone sees or hears anything or anyone suspicious please do not hesitate to call us. 

Many thanks

Emma

You can report crime and incidents online at

https://www.sussex.police.uk/report-online

Agenda for the Dallington Parish Council Annual Meeting 19.05.26

AGENDA FOR THE DALLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL ANNUAL MEETING, TO BE HELD ON 19th MAY 2026 AT 7.30pm IN DALLINGTON VILLAGE HALL

Parish Council Members are summoned to the Annual Council Meeting of Dallington Parish Council to be held on 19th May 2026 at 7.30pm in Dallington Village Hall

Members of the press and public are welcome and encouraged to attend

Irene Marchant (Parish Clerk/RFO)

St. Giles, Woods Corner, Dallington, East Sussex TN21 9LA

01424 838424 – clerk@dallington.org.ul

14th May 2026

1. Election of DPC Chair 2026-27

2. Election of DPC Vice-Chair 2026-27

3. Disclosure of interests

To receive any disclosures by Members of personal interests on this agenda, the nature of any such interest and whether the Member regards the interest as a disclosable pecuniary interest under the terms of the Code of Conduct.

4. Dispensations

5. Apologies for absence

6. Accuracy of the minutes of the previous meeting

7. Open Forum

7.1 County Council report (ESCC) – Councillor M. Ashdown

7.2 District Council report (RDC) – Councillor N. McLaren

7.3 Public Question Time – to receive any questions from members of the public on matters on this agenda.

8. Annual Governance and Accountability Return 2025-o26 (AGAR)

To approve by resolution the following:

8.1 The Certificate of Exemption 2025-26

8.2 The Annual Governance Statement 2025-26

8.3 The Accounting Statements 2025-26

8.4 Explanation of Variances 2025-26

8.5 Bank Reconciliation at 31.03.26

8.6 To thank Mr. Whines for the positive and constructive manner in which he carried out the DPC Internal Audit 2025-26 and to appoint him as DPC’s internal auditor for 2026-27.

9. DPC appointments to outside bodies

To consider DPC appointments to outside bodies.

10. Grant request from Dallington PCC

To consider a grant request from Dallington PCC for the sum of £750.00.

11. Parish Priorities Project

To hear from the working party on progress so far.

12. Dark Skies Project

To consider Dallington being accredited as a Dark Skies area.

13. Planning

13.1 Planning application for consideration

RR/2026/0436/HOU – Four Winds, South Lane, Woods Corner

Demolition of rear extension, two-storey front and rear extension.

Click on this link to see full details on the RDC planning website

13.2 Any other planning matters for discussion.

14. Enforcement

14.1 No Dallington items on RDC’s most recent enforcement list.

14.2 Any other enforcement matters for discussion.

15. Highways/Rights of Way

15.1 The Chair and Councillor Gray to report on urgent issues, including the B2096 at Woods Corner and speed limits through the Village. (CHAIR/COUNCILLOR GRAY)

15.2 Any other highways matters for discussion.

16. Finance

16.1 Bank balances at 31.03.26

  • DPC deposit account – £19,350.14
  • DPC current account – £2,220.12
  • DRG current account – £262.91

16.2 To approve the following payments:

  • Clerk salary/home office, expenses Apr/May 2026 – 1,396.55
  • Top-up DRG funds – £500.00
  • * SLCC subscription 2026-27 -£200.00
  • * ESALC subscription 2026-27 – £124.22
  • * JAKK Signs Rookery Lane fingerpost – £1,854.96
  • * Clear Councils DPC insurance 2026-27 – £524.94
  • * MailPoet premium subscription – £112.58

* already paid

16.3 To approve the fourth quarter accounts at 31.03.26 as presented by the Clerk.

17. Dates of next meetings

  • 16.06.26 – Full Council Meeting (provisional only)
  • 21.07.26 – Full Council Meeting