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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:

Clive Hilton, Listen, On Demand

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’.

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Parveen Khan – Spotlight Crawley

Parveen Khan returned to Susy Radio to bring us news of some events happening in and around Crawley over the next month

For more details on any of the events discussed, please click on the images below
West Green Community Cinema

Open House Quiz Night

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Crawley Writes Circle

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Crawley Creatives: Woffee!

BOLD Workshops In Crawley

 

 

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Gatwick Route 4 Airspace Change Consultation

Gatwick Airport is consulting on an Airspace Change Proposal (ACP) to reintroduce satellite-based navigation procedures on one of its nine departure routes, known as Route 4. 

The other eight departure routes already use this technology.  Planes flying on Route 4 take off to the west, before turning 180 degrees northwards, and then heading east in the vicinity of South Holmwood, Leigh, Redhill and Reigate before flying on towards their destination. 

The public consultation on the four shortlisted options for the future operation of Route 4 opened last Tuesday and will run until 28th April.  The first consultation event has been arranged for the afternoon of Thursday 12th February at the Reigate Manor Hotel.  

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Redhill Tower Blocks: Developer’s Appeal is Dismissed

Picture credit:  Solum Regeneration.  Picture shows image of the rejected proposed development next to Redhill Station.

A planning inquiry has dismissed the developer’s appeal to build two high rise tower blocks next to Redhill Station. 

Solum Regeneration appealed against Reigate and Banstead Borough Council’s decision to refuse a planning application in 2024.  The planning inspector ruled that proposals for 255 new homes and the redevelopment of Redhill railway station would have a negative effect on the character of the area, mainly due to the development’s excessive height. 

The Redhill Residents’ Action Group said their additional evidence including accessibility, safety and traffic helped strengthen the case that the scheme was “not a sustainable development”.

Photo credit:  Tracey Franklin.  Photo shows Solum Regeneration’s display at The Belfry Shopping Centre in January 2023.