Kangaroos Cup at Cuckfield Golf Centre this 2nd Sept

Next month, come to Cuckfield Golf Centre for a charity-fundraising fun day. Golfers and non-golfers welcome. Join us for 9 holes of golf and a hog roast - or just come for the hog roast!

Held on Tuesday 2nd September, golfer tickets are £40 each, and include a round of golf (10am) and food (from 2pm). Or £25 each for just the hog roast. To reserve your ticket, email Shaun Malins (shaunmalins@gmail.com) 15th August. Proceeds from the event will be split between a homeless charity and Kangaroos - more information below...

Kangaroos vision is a future where people with learning disabilities are valued and accepted by all. Its mission is to enrich the lives of individuals enabling them to thrive without limits.
Kangaroos provide opportunities for people with learning disabilities to engage in a wide range of activities away from an educational or home setting. The focus is on friendship, inclusion, self-worth, independence and increased confidence in social and community settings.

We offer age specific clubs to children and adults with learning disabilities of any age. Cuckfield Golf Centre offers a truly special experience— an inclusive and welcoming environment for golfers of all ages and abilities.

Cuckfield provides the perfect place to play, learn, and relax. Our beautifully maintained 9-hole course is thoughtfully designed, offering stunning views across the Sussex countryside—making every round a pleasure.
And now, with our newly renovated driving range, there’s even more reason to visit.

Equipped with modern bays and quality practice facilities, it’s the ideal space to warm up before a round, work on your swing, or enjoy a fun session with friends and family—whatever your level.
But golf is just the beginning.

Our 180 Degrees Bar & Kitchen has quickly become a destination in its own right. We serve delicious seasonal dishes, wood-fired pizzas, and locally sourced drinks in a relaxed, sociable setting. Whether it’s a post-round pint, a sunny afternoon with friends, or a laid-back Friday night meal, you’ll always find a warm welcome here.

With expert coaching from our PGA Professionals, a lively calendar of competitions and social events, and a thriving membership, Cuckfield Golf Centre is more than just a golf club—it’s a community hub.

Come for the golf. Stay for the atmosphere.

Mid Sussex District Council August newsletter

Playdays on tour for the summer

Playdays on Tour is coming to a town near you! Ten free events, organised by Mid Sussex District Council, will be held during the summer holidays for children under 10. There’s no need to book, just turn up and join in.

Starting on 29th July in Haywards Heath, and finishing on 27th August in Crawley Down, there will be two events each week, with a variety of different activities. Other venues will be East Grinstead, Hurstpierpoint, Ardingly, Hassocks, Handcross, Burgess Hill, Cuckfield and Bolney.

Visit www.midsussex.gov.uk/playdays for more information. We’ll see you there!


Updating your register details

Mid Sussex District Council has begun contacting residents to ask them to confirm their details on the 2025-26 electoral register. Every year, the Council must complete an annual electoral canvass to update the electoral register and ensure that all residents who are eligible to vote can do so. Households will have already been contacted via post to confirm or update the electoral registration information for their property. Letters will contain information on how to respond to the canvass. Being on the electoral register maintains your credit rating and ensures you can have your say at future elections. www.midsussex.gov.uk/elections- voting/annual-canvass/

To read the full newsletter, pick up your copy of August’s Cuckfield Life or click to enlarge the pictures.

Mid Sussex Choir celebrates 80 years

By Gemma Stedrak-Booth

The Mid Sussex Choir traces its origins to Staplefield in 1943. At the time, Joyce and Don Hayward were farming and missing the joy of singing in a musical group, as they had before the Second World War. By 1946, as Britain began to recover, the couple joined with other local music lovers to form a community choir, led by Hilary Preston. Eighty years on, the Mid Sussex Choir continues to thrive as a vibrant choral group and will celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2026.

Over eight decades, the choir has performed a rich tapestry of music - from classical masterpieces to modern favourites - delighting audiences across Mid Sussex. Much has been written about the health benefits that singing brings, which is an additional benefit to the simple joy of singing with others and having musical experiences together.

Looking ahead, the Mid Sussex Choir is preparing a spectacular Anniversary Concert: ‘The Last Night of the Proms’ on Saturday 25th April 2026 at All Saints Church, Lindfield. Expect a joyous evening packed with all the Proms favourites, from Elgar’s ‘Pomp and Circumstance’ to beloved singalongs that will lift the roof!

As part of its anniversary season, the choir is warmly inviting new singers of all voice parts - soprano, alto, tenor, and bass - to join for the 2025-2026 season, beginning on Wednesday 3rd September. Whether you’ve sung in choirs for years or are an enthusiastic amateur eager to try, you’ll find a friendly welcome and the chance to be part of something truly special.

To find out more, visit the Mid Sussex Choir’s website at www.midsussexchoir.org.uk, email contact@midsussexchoir.org.uk or come along to a rehearsal and experience it in person. We look forward to meeting you!