Welcome to the Balcombe Community website
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NEWS
The Chapel Gallery opens in new premises
Some months back I was chatting with Tessa (Landsmith) after seeing a “To Let” sign by The Chapel Gallery in Brook Street. What was happening? Retirement? Selling up? But no. Fortunately for us, Tessa was moving her business across the road to a new location. …
Fellows Kitchen Cafe at Bowders Farm
A much loved local bakery, Fellows of Ardingly, has opened their new Kitchen Cafe at Bowders Farm. Pop in for proper coffee, freshly baked pastries, cakes and artisan (i.e. posh!) loaves, or perhaps an Italian style sandwich or even a slice or two of pizza. …
Granny Forgets
By Suzi Lewis-Barned with illustrations by Sophie Elliot We probably all know someone, a relative or friend, who has suffered or suffers from dementia. As adults we are now more aware of dementia and its symptoms, but it can be troubling and difficult to understand …
Balcombe Business Network
Balcombe Business Network is designed for Balcombe-based professionals to meet, connect, and share ideas. We meet regularly and also get together for co-working in the Social Club on the third Thursday of each month from 2.00 pm onwards. For more information, contact: julia@harperfairweather.co.uk or suzi.lb@btinternet.com or join …
Balcombe Welcomes Fable & Bloom
Discover Fable & Bloom, a charming independent florist and gift shop at the heart of the community. We create beautiful, seasonal floral arrangements for every occasion and stock a carefully curated selection of gifts, local produce, artisan crafts, and artwork. From hand-tied bouquets to one-of-a-kind …
JO.CO brings a taste of Portugal to Balcombe
Our traditional village tea room has been replaced by Jo.Co, a café which has been successfully serving Handcross residents and visitors great food and drinks, (check out their coffee) with Portuguese style for over 5 years. From their facebook page Joco Coffee Art Having never …
Balcombe Village Fete – Book Online
Full details of how to book a stall at this year’s village fete are now available on the website. You can either download and print a booking form or submit an application using our new online form. Click here for full stallholder information
SAY ‘NO’ TO OIL FIELDS!
We have received the devastating news that Angus Energy have been granted their appeal. This comes after West Sussex County Council Planning Committee refused Angus Energy’s application to extract drilling fluids and conduct an extended well test at Lower Stumble, Balcombe a UNANIMOUS VOTE. The Planning Committee decided …