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A/75/26/PL: Alterations of the existing free-standing lychgate on the eastern main entrance to churchyard plus protection measures against damage by vehicles. This application may affect the setting of a listed building, may affect the character and appearance of the Angmering Conservation Area and is in CIL Zone 2 (Zero Rated) as other development. St Margaret's Church, Arundel Road
A/64/26/PL: Proposed change of use of ancillary grassland and siting of mobile sauna unit. This application is in CIL Zone 4 (Zero Rated) as other development. Worthing Rugby Club. Roundstone Lane. Readvertisement due to Amended location plan
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 16 July 2026.
To see applications, plans, design statements, etc, type the Application Reference Number (such as those above) into Arun District Council's "Application Search Facility ", click on the Search button, and click on the hyperlink reference when selected application is returned - then select "Documents".
Arun District Council has secured a £2 million grant from the Premier League, The FA and the Government’s Football Foundation to develop its plans for the Angmering Sports Hub, which will provide the wider Angmering area with a modern facility for grassroots sport. The proposed hub will include a 3G pitch, grass football pitches, a cricket wicket, a multi-use games area, car parking, a play area, an outdoor gym and a pavilion with changing rooms and space for community activities.
Councillor Martin Lury, leader of Arun District Council, said: "This is a fantastic investment for Angmering and the wider area. The funding from the Football Foundation grant will give Angmering Sports Hub a modern, high-quality sports and community facility that will make a real difference to local people of all ages and abilities. By creating a new sports hub with improved pitches, changing rooms and community spaces, we are supporting participation in grassroots sport, improving health and wellbeing, and providing a high-quality community everyone can be proud of for years to come."
The site will be used by local partner clubs and community groups for a range of sport fixtures, fitness classes and wellbeing programmes. The council’s Playing Pitch Strategy in 2019 assessed the existing pitches and changing facilities at the site to be of poor quality, suggesting that investment would help meet the high demand for sports pitches. In addition to the Football Foundation grant, the project has already received £3 million from developer contributions and £1 million from the Community Infrastructure Levy.
Planning permission for the development was granted in February. It is hoped construction will begin later this year.
Solar CCTV camera for Mayflower Park - The Chair presented the supporting paper on the Clerks behalf and a discussion took place. Cllr. Gocher suggested that two cameras be installed to save a lone camera being targeted, all felt this was a good idea. Cllr. Thompson commented that we have to start somewhere and to see how we go and also that APC should consider putting signs up along the lines of ‘Smile you on CCTV’. After discussion the following was agreed: 1. Approval is given to install a pilot solar CCTV camera at Mayflower Park – All were in agreement with a caveat to find additional funding for a second camera 2. A Data Protection Impact Assessment and governance framework is completed prior to installation – Agreed 3. The scheme is reviewed after an agreed period – Agreed 4. Consideration is given to expanding CCTV coverage using remaining Safer Streets funding, subject to successful outcomes – Agreed
Community Grant Applications - APC received 5 grant applications this month, they are as follows: Family Support Work - £250 A discussion took place, and the following decision was made: Cllr. Bicknell PROPOSED that the sum of £250 was granted to Family Support Work. Cllr. Taylor SECONDED and ALL AGREED. Littlehampton Community Fridge - £500 A discussion took place, and the following decision was made: Cllr. Evans PROPOSED that the request from Littlehampton Community Fridge for £500 was declined. Cllr. Verrinder SECONDED and 5 AGREED, and therefore the proposal was carried. Home Start - £250 A discussion took place, and the following decision was made: Cllr. Bicknell PROPOSED that the sum of £250 was granted to Home Start. Cllr. Gocher SECONDED and ALL AGREED. Sewcial Sewing - £500 A discussion took place, and it was decided by all to decline this request. Patient Participation Group, The Coppice and Angmering Surgeries - £500 A discussion took place, and it was decided by all to decline this request. .
The full Minutes can be read here
Water Lane Parking - The Clerk has again been in touch with the Compliance Team and been assured that a visit was made but they have not reported back. However, it was agreed in the CMP that parking may be made on the side roads if available. As this development is due for completion towards the end of this year, then parking must be expected on Water Lane until then. Councillors and Residents are still requested to report to the Clerk any problems. It was agreed that this item can now be closed.
Dappers Lane Footpath - ENF/6/20 – Construction of the Footpath along Dappers Lane from the Swallows Gate Development (formerly Merry England Nursery) to Merryfield Crescent. Still awaiting further information and action. The Clerk has been in touch with the ADC Officer Daniel Vick regarding this footpath and its construction as approved under application A/91/18/PL. He is aware of the situation and trying to make contact with the developer who may no longer exist as a company. Negotiations will continue to be conducted with the “developer” and WSCC as this is believed to be public highway land. WSCC have advised that the reasons/benefits for the construction of this footpath on the western side of the lane still apply. It has to be understood that part of the proposed footpath on the eastern side of Dappers Lane has already been constructed. This was discussed at length and agreed that the following should be sent to Dan Vick: “APC and the majority of residents continue to make it clear that in the interest of public safety, a safe means of travel for pedestrians along this stetch of Dappers Lane is now more than ever essential due to the increase in parish population, and its footfall and vehicle usage”.
The full Minutes can be read here
A/72/26/L: Listed building consent for the replacement of the main entrance steps with a new entrance arrangement incorporating integrated disabled ramp access with existing steps remaining in situ, fully intact and unaltered, but will be temporarily covered by the new structure. Ham Manor Golf Club, West Drive
A/73/26/L: Listed building consent for the conversion of an existing first-floor sash window on the rear elevation into a new outward-opening timber escape door and a new external steel fire escape staircase to provide a secondary means of escape from the first floor and serve the proposed doorway. Ham Manor Golf Club, West Drive
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 09 July 2026.
To see applications, plans, design statements, etc, type the Application Reference Number (such as those above) into Arun District Council's "Application Search Facility ", click on the Search button, and click on the hyperlink reference when selected application is returned - then select "Documents".
Residents at Hallmark Angmering Grange in Angmering enjoyed a special visit from local author Ian Hart and a football-themed afternoon as part of Care Home Open Week 2026. The event brought together residents, relatives, team members and members of the local community to celebrate both Care Home Open Week and the excitement surrounding this summer's World Cup.
Chair of Angmering Parish Council, Nikki Hamilton-Street, was also in attendance, supporting the home's efforts to bring the community together during the national campaign. As part of the celebrations, residents attended a talk and book signing with Ian Hart, author of the popular book Brighton and Hove from Every Angle. Guests then gathered in the home's pub for a pre-match happy hour before enjoying football-themed entertainment. Following this, residents and guests enjoyed watching the iconic 1966 World Cup Final in the home's cinema room, reliving one of the most memorable moments in English football history.
Running from 15-21 June, Care Home Open Week is a nationwide initiative supported by Championing Social Care. The annual campaign encourages care homes to open their doors, strengthen community connections and showcase the positive impact of social care. The event highlighted the important role care homes play in creating meaningful experiences, encouraging social interaction and bringing communities together through shared interests and memories. Care Home Open Week has been running for more than a decade and aims to challenge perceptions of care homes by inviting the public to experience first-hand the vibrant communities that exist within them.
Melanie Cook, Customer Relationship Manager at Hallmark Angmering Grange, said: "Care Home Open Week is a brilliant chance for us to welcome people in and celebrate everything that makes our home special. We enjoyed a joyful day of activities, laughter and community spirit, and the residents had a great time." Nye Brown, Ambassador for Championing Social Care, said: "Campaigns like Care Home Open Week help show that social care is about far more than care - it's about connection, fun and belonging. We're proud to be part of it."
For more information about Care Home Open Week, visit www.championingsocialcare.org.uk/care-home-open-week.
Local housebuilders Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes have donated £1,500 to support Angmering Community Centre's popular 'Community Cuppa' sessions. The sessions offer local residents in Angmering a warm and welcoming environment, with a free cup of tea and slice of cake, as well as the opportunity to socialise with others in a friendly and supportive setting. The centre offers a wide range of groups and classes designed to support the health and wellbeing of the community, including Toddler Stay & Play, cardiac rehabilitation, as well as dancing and martial arts lessons.
The donation comes from The Barratt Redrow Foundation, the housebuilder's charity partnership, which supports children, young people and environmental groups wherever Barratt Redrow PLC operates across the UK. Phil Hurring, Marketing Manager for Barratt Redrow Southern Counties, said: "The Community Cuppa sessions are a fantastic initiative that bring people together and create a real sense of belonging within Angmering. We're proud to support a project that helps tackle loneliness and provides a welcoming space for residents to connect. As a housebuilder, we are committed to supporting the communities in which we build, and we hope this contribution will help Angmering Community Centre continue its valuable work."
Tony Cross, Chairman of Trustees at Angmering Community Centre, said: "We're very grateful to Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes for their generous contribution towards our Community Cuppa sessions. It's a real highlight of the week to welcome members of the local community in for a free cake and cuppa, and to provide a space where people can connect and socialise. Many of our attendees live alone and may not have regular social interaction. Coming along gives people the chance to chat, build friendships and feel part of the community. These sessions play an important role in helping to combat loneliness locally."
Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes are currently building at Fairway Gardens in Angmering, offering a mix of two-, three- and four-bedroom homes for sale, with prices starting from £345,000. For more information about Barratt Homes, visit www.barratthomes.co.uk or call 0333 355 8498. To find out more about David Wilson Homes, call 0330 029 0395 or visit their website at www.dwh.co.uk for details on their new build homes and award-winning developments.
A/59/26/HH: Demolition of existing conservatory and construction of a single storey mono-pitched roof extension at rear. 115 Downs Way, East Preston
A/64/26/PL: Proposed change of use of ancillary grassland and siting of mobile sauna unit. This application is in CIL Zone 4 (Zero Rated) as other development. Worthing Rugby Club, Roundstone Lane
A/68/26/T: Crown reduction to 1 no. Lime (T1) to leave a spread of 6m and height of 9m. Crown lift to 4m from ground level. 24 The Groves
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 02 July 2026.
To see applications, plans, design statements, etc, type the Application Reference Number (such as those above) into Arun District Council's "Application Search Facility ", click on the Search button, and click on the hyperlink reference when selected application is returned - then select "Documents".
A/42/26/HH: Replacement of the existing flat roof to a detached double garage with a pitched gable roof finished in roof tiles to match the house. Elm Lodge, Rectory Lane
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 25 June 2026.
To see applications, plans, design statements, etc, type the Application Reference Number (such as those above) into Arun District Council's "Application Search Facility ", click on the Search button, and click on the hyperlink reference when selected application is returned - then select "Documents".
Got a question, concern, or idea about Angmering? Come along to the Councillor Walk-In Surgery at the Angmering Parish Council Office in The Square on Thursday 18 June, 5 - 7pm and have an informal chat with West Sussex County Councillor Deborah Urquhart, Arun District Councillor Andy Cooper, and Angmering Parish Council Chairperson Nikki Hamilton-Street. This is a great opportunity to raise local issues, share your views, ask questions, and find out more about what's happening in the community. No appointment needed – just drop in and have your say.
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