Bank holiday block party returns to Cuckfield's Rose and Crown

This year’s Rose and Crown Block Party is shaping up to be yet another fantastic community event. Cuckfield village never disappoints when it comes to turning out, coming together, and having a great time. Here’s hoping we are treated to the perfect mix of Sussex summer sunshine and that refreshing August bank holiday breeze!

Behind the scenes, we have an amazing new team of chefs who have embraced this summer’s challenge with enthusiasm. This year, we’re firing up the BBQ to keep everyone well fed throughout the day.

You’ll see plenty of familiar faces behind the bar and on stage, alongside some of our regular favourites who always know how to get the party started. Our 2026 lineup features some of your most-loved performers from previous years, as well as exciting up-and-coming local talent ready to showcase what they can do. Our large, child-friendly garden will be open all day, with plenty to keep the little ones entertained, including ping pong, cornhole, ring toss, and face painting.

From me, James, and the whole Rose and Crown team, we can’t wait to welcome you to the 2026 Block Party. Thank you for your continued support; let’s make this our biggest and best celebration yet!

If you’re interested in sponsoring the event or the main stage, please call 01444 414217 for more information. The Rose and Crown Block Party event will take place on Monday 31st August from midday and entry is free.

Help Mid Sussex Scouts reach the world

Five local Scouts have been selected to represent Mid Sussex at the 26th World Scout Jamboree in Poland and are busy fundraising for their ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunity.

The jamboree is a global event held every four years, bringing together more than 40,000 young people from around the world for an international camp focused on cultural exchange, adventure and leadership development.

The Mid Sussex Scouts include Ben Wickenden from the Lindfield Trident Explorers, who will be joined by Alfred, Evan, Harrison, and Sam; fellow Scouts from Haywards Heath and Cuckfield.

The Scouts are fundraising collectively to ensure they all have the opportunity to attend. All funds raised will go towards their fees, travel, essential kit and training camps ahead of the jamboree in 2027.

The boys are looking forward to meeting people from around the world, learning new skills and representing Mid Sussex on a global stage.

“It will help us build confidence, resilience, and independence, while developing leadership skills that we will bring back to the local community,” said Ben. “On our return, we will support Scout groups across the Mid Sussex district as Young Leaders, passing on what we have learnt to younger Scouts.”

So far, the Scouts have been actively fundraising in the community, including running stalls at local events, including the Cuckfield Christmas Street Festival and Lindfield Village Day. They have also organised Christmas tree collections and carried out practical jobs to help local residents.

“We have also been supported by the Mid Sussex Lodge Freemasons, and we recently attended a presentation where they presented us with a generous donation of £500,” added Ben.

The Scouts are currently undertaking a sponsored challenge to ‘travel’ the distance from Haywards Heath to Gdańsk, covering the miles through running, walking, swimming, skateboarding, and roller skating.

Supporters can follow their journey and donate via their JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/mid-sussex-scouts

Charity number: 305841

Cuckfield’s new Men’s Breakfast Club

The newly formed Men’s Breakfast Club held its first gathering at the Wheatsheaf pub last month. A sincere thank you to Gary and his team for their warm hospitality, providing a relaxed and enjoyable opportunity for everyone to take some time out and start the day together.

Our next meeting will be held at the Rose and Crown on Saturday, 1st August. All meetings begin at 9am.

If you are interested in joining us, please contact reader@holytrinitycuckfield.org or phone 07544 852415. As places are limited, venues appreciate advance notice of numbers wherever possible.