Nearly all of our local games were called off on Saturday due to waterlogged pitches. Crawley Town’s League 2 match went ahead but the Reds lost 1-0 away to Crewe Alexandra.
Dorking Wanderers Women won 5-0 at home to Ebbsfleet United yesterday in the London and South East Premier Division.
In the South East Counties Women’s Football League, Oxted & District enjoyed a 3-2 victory over Chessington and Hook at Master Park. Merstham Women lost 3-1 at home to Sutton United Reserves.
Crawley Borough Council has announced the launch of a memorial bench scheme for Goffs Park.
The scheme is similar to the existing one at Tilgate Park and has been introduced in response to growing interest in ways to honour relatives and friends who have passed away. Carefully selected locations within the park allow benches to complement the natural landscape while offering a place of comfort and remembrance.
A limited number of benches are available in the initial launch; each memorial bench costs £1,500, includes a personalised plaque and is made from sustainable composite materials.
The Crawley Museum Is Celebrating British Caledonian Airways (BCal)
The Crawley Museum is delighted to celebrate the story of British Caledonian Airways (BCal), one of the most recognisable names in British aviation and an airline closely linked to the SUSY area, Crawley & Gatwick Airport. Founded in 1961, BCal grew to become the UK’s leading independent airline, connecting Britain with destinations across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and North America. For many local people, BCal was not just an airline but a major employer and a proud part of Crawley’s aviation heritage.
Martin Stone from the Crawley Museum joins Clive Hilton on SUSY Sunday Brunch (hear below) to explain how this celebration explores the people, aircraft and identity that made BCal such a fond memory for so many. From its famous Lion Rampant logo and tartan-inspired branding to its reputation for high-quality customer service, BCal left a lasting mark on British aviation before becoming part of British Airways in 1988.
The exhibition has already attracted significant interest and runs till the 28th March **NOW EXTENDED TO 18th APRIL** and is open Thursday to Saturday 10.30am to 4pm at the Crawley Museum.
Preparatory works for phase one of the Station Gateway regeneration scheme are now underway.
Construction is expected to continue for approximately five months.
The first phase of construction will focus on highway improvements along Station Way and the junction with Friary Way.
Lane closures and full road closures will be required at various stages. Diversion routes will be put in place and access for residents and local businesses will be maintained throughout in order to minimise disruption.
Residents in Surrey have been warned council tax rises are likely to continue for at least the next three years.
Surrey County Council agreed a tax increase of 4.99% in its final ever budget on Tuesday.
It means that a typical Band D property will pay £92.07 extra per year from April
Eleven borough and district councils, as well as parish and town councils, will also decide on whether there should be council tax rises between now and the end of March.
