Nov 03
The next meeting of Poynings Parish Council is to be held in the Village Hall on Wednesday 6th November 2024 at 7pm.
Oct 31
Saturday 2nd November 2023, 6.00pm
Holy Trinity Church, Poynings
You are warmly invited to join us for The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, a service traditionally held at All Souls time.
At this service, we remember before God those whom we love but from whom we have been separated by death, whether recently or long ago.
During the short service, we will name those whom we specially want to remember and light a candle for each of them. Or if you prefer, you may simply name them before God in the silence of your heart.
Please would you let me know, by Friday 1st November, the name or names of those you would like to be remembered and I will gladly include them, whether or not you are able to attend in person. If you have already done so, there is no need to do so again.
Revd Tim Harford, Rector
07824 532677
Oct 28
A unique chance to see GLYNDEBOURNE’S JERWOOD PIT PERFECT ARTISTS 2024 at Poynings Village Hall. 9th November.
Only one performance, only 12 tickets left!
Wine and soft drinks available, stay and chat afterwards.
For more information and to purchase tickets, Click here.
Oct 28
Twineham Primary School fireworks night on Thursday 7th November
5-7pm
Oct 28
Mid Sussex District Council is pleased be running free events this half term for 8 to 16 year olds in Burgess Hill. Urban Events is being co-funded by Mid Sussex District Council and NewRiver to mark their commitment to a new partnership being progressed to redevelop Burgess Hill town centre.
Mid Sussex District Council Cabinet Member for Communities and Communications, Cllr Anne-Marie Cooke, said: “I’m delighted that we’ve linked up with NewRiver to host these exciting free events for young people in Burgess Hill. There really is something for all ages and we look forward to as many people as possible taking part in the school holidays.”
Oct 07
See the events held at the Royal Oak for the rest of 2024, including village night.
Oct 05
Poynings Parish Council, in association with Arts Council England, Applause, and the Jerwood Foundation is bringing Glyndebourne to Poynings.
A unique chance to see GLYNDEBOURNE’S JERWOOD PIT PERFECT ARTISTS 2024 at Poynings Village Hall. 9th November 2024
Only one performance, only 50 tickets!
For more information and to purchase tickets, Click here.
Sep 09
Finding love and friendship online is increasingly popular. It can be highly enjoyable however, meeting new people this way does come with its own set of risks. One of the most concerning is romance fraud, which not only creates great emotional pain but can also lead to significant financial losses.
In the past year, nearly a quarter of all fraud cases reported to the Fraud Support Service at Victim Support Sussex were linked to romance scams, showing how common this type of crime has become.
What is Romance Fraud?
A romance scam is an insidious confidence trick. Fraudsters create fake profiles on dating sites or social media to establish a relationship with someone, with the aim of taking their money.
Being targeted by a romance fraudster does not mean a victim is gullible or naïve. Such scams are prolific and increasingly run by criminal organisations, practiced experts at psychological manipulation. Fraudsters typically spend weeks or months establishing what appears to be a genuine, caring relationship. Eventually, they begin to ask for money or personal information under various pretexts, such as medical emergencies or financial troubles.
By the time the victim realises they have been scammed, they may have lost significant amounts of money. British victims of romance fraud lost over £92 million in 2023, with an average loss of £11,500 each. Some victims in Sussex that have lost many times more.
Common Signs of Romance Scams
Here at Victim Support Sussex, we have seen first-hand the devastating impact that fraud can have on people’s lives. As we acknowledge World Romance Scam Prevention Day on October 3rd, we feel it’s crucial to stay informed and learn how to protect ourselves when meeting new people online. Here are a few tips:
Romance fraudsters target anybody seeking love and companionship online. However, by staying informed and vigilant, we can protect ourselves and others from falling victim whilst still meeting new people and having fun online.
This World Romance Scam Prevention Day, please take the time to educate yourself and your loved ones about the dangers of romance fraud and the steps you can take to protect yourself. Lastly, if something feels too good to be true, it probably is. Trust your instincts, and always seek support if you need it.
CONTACT
If you or someone you know has been affected by romance fraud, please do not hesitate to reach out for support. You are not alone, and there are resources available to help.
Sussex Fraud Support Service
Our specialist fraud caseworkers offer tailored support to victims of fraud throughout Sussex. We work closely with Sussex Police, their Operation Signature campaign, and other partners. The aim is to disrupt the actions of fraudsters and reduce the risk of re-victimisation.
A specialist fraud peer support service is also available in Sussex, providing one-to-one casework, a group work programme and peer support sessions to victims of relationship fraud.
For more information or support, please contact Victim Support on 08 08 16 89 274
www.victimsupport.org.uk
Sep 07
All welcome and please do share if you can.
We are raising awareness of the considerable amount of heritage related to Africa and the enslavement of the African people that this church has, as well as recognising the Buxton family who were prominent abolitionists, and lived in Newtimber.
Refreshments will be served between 10.30 – 4pm
