FA Trophy Success for Horsham & Local Football Results

Crawley Town move up to 19th place in the League Two table following their 2-0 victory over Harrogate at the Broadfield Stadium on Saturday.

In the National League South, Dorking Wanderers won 3-0 at home to Salisbury taking them to second place.

Top of the Isthmian League South East Division, Three Bridges won 5-0 over Merstham at Jubilee Field.

Horsham FC are through to the quarter finals of the FA Trophy with a 2-1 win away to Scunthorpe United.

Popular Tree Giveaways Return to Surrey Libraries

Photos credit:  Surrey County Council

Over 750 free trees will be handed to residents this week with the return of tree giveaway events to Surrey libraries. 

Surrey County Council’s tree strategy launched in 2019 with a pledge to facilitate the planting of 1.2 million trees by 2030; that’s one for every resident in Surrey.  The trees are native, broad-leaved species and come with a stake and a guard, ready for planting at home. 

Seven libraries in the county are giving the trees away on a first come first served basis this Saturday 7th February.  In East Surrey, the tree events are at Redhill Library and Banstead Library from 9.00 am, finishing at 12.00 midday or earlier if the trees have all been collected.

The full list of libraries taking part in the free tree giveaway is as follows:

Rock The Roof, St Nicholas, Charlwood

St Nicholas Church in Charlwood, is roughly 940-950 years old with its oldest parts, including the tower base and north wall, dating to around 1080. Built shortly after the Norman Conquest, it is a Grade 1 listed building featuring 13th century wall paintings and with a roof that needs repair.

Rev. Sue Lepp explained the church is seeking grant funding and events like Rock The Roof are massively appreciated; not only to raise the much needed funds but also to have good community fun, singing and some magic from the very talented Tim. Rock Choir members from across the SUSY area and beyond, gave up their time for free with a packed church joining in!

SUSY Sunday Brunch’s Clive Hilton went along to find out more and briefly spoke to Natasha Graimes (Rock Choir Lead) and Tim Hill (Magician & compere) before listening to their brilliant version of ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’.

Reigate Priory Junior School relocation plans approved by SCC cabinet

Surrey County Council’s Cabinet has agreed plans to relocate Reigate Priory Junior School to a new, purpose-built school building at Woodhatch Place on Cockshot Hill.

Key factors behind the relocation is the longstanding safeguarding concern arising from the public right of way that currently runs through the school grounds as well as the increasing challenges of maintaining the historic priory building.

The purpose-built facility will offer spacious classrooms, improved areas for whole school activities and a design that prioritises accessibility and safeguarding.

A comprehensive package of highway improvements will be introduced in the local area to help ensure the school’s relocation has minimal impact on residents.