Jan 22

Last chance to get your tickets for Victor & Albert!

Sit down, pop the kettle on, and read this.

ASK ALBERT is now a regular feature – and frankly, it’s becoming a public service.
Albert, everyone’s favourite agony aunt, is standing by to receive your problems, peccadilloes and petty village grievances… and then share them with a live audience before attempting to solve them. Emphasis on attempting.

📧 Got a conundrum?
Email he***@*************rt.com by Saturday 31st with “Dear Uncle Albert” in the subject line.
Ask for anonymity if you must… or be brave and give the village gossip mill a good workout.
Past letters have included:

  • Malfunctioning spouses
  • Irritating partners (often the same thing)
  • Pointless village politics
  • Suspicious newcomers
  • General life nonsense

Basically: anything goes. Albert is ready. Possibly too ready.

🎟️ But first – you’ll need a ticket.
👉 https://applause.org.uk/p616058

📍 Poynings Village Hall.  📅 Saturday 31st January 2026

What do you get?

  • Riotous comedy
  • Audience interaction (don’t hide)
  • Songs, games and general mayhem
  • A sprinkling of actual Magic ✨
  • And that warm glow of supporting the village hall

People who’ve seen the show say:
⭐ “Truly hilarious.”
⭐ “Extremely entertaining.”
⭐ “A very superior event.”
⭐ “Fantastic night.”

January plans? Sorted.
Do it now. Get your tickets. You know you want to. 😏

Jan 15

Poynings number 17 bus survey

Poynings Parish Council is currently in discussions with WSCC and the Number 17 bus company to explore ways to improve the bus service to Poynings. Proposals include upgrading the bus stop, installing a post and base on the opposite side of the road, and clearing the tree that currently obstructs the view when approaching from the Henfield direction. We are hopeful that these improvements can be achieved.

In addition, we have asked whether the route could be extended to the church to allow the bus to turn around and stop at the bus stop by the car park. As the route was previously reduced at Partridge Green because it was considered too long, we appreciate that this request may be challenging. However, it was agreed that evidence of local demand would strengthen our case.

We would therefore be very grateful if you could complete the following survey as soon as possible. 

Thank you for your support

. https://poyningsparishcouncil.com/index.php/number-17-bus-in-poynings-survey/

 

 

 

Jan 12

Have you got your tickets for Victor and Albert yet?

ASK ALBERT is now a regular feature. Their own agony aunt Albert loves to hear all about your problems and will delight in sharing them with the audience before attempting to answer them.

email he***@*************rt.com with your conundrum before Saturday 31st with ‘Dear Uncle Albert’ in the subject field. Please ask for anonymity if you don’t wish everyone to know your name and sordid business. Or you could choose to be bold and give us all an opportunity to liven up the village gossip and social media pages. Previous letters to Albert have included topics as diverse as marital issues (mostly about malfunctioning and irritating spouses), local and often pointless village concerns and village interlopers. Anything goes – we look forward to the deluge!

But of course, you will have to get your tickets first at https://applause.org.uk/p616058

You will have an evening of comedy, audience interaction, songs, games and mayhem topped off with a sprinkling of Magic. And you will also be supporting Poynings village hall.
Do it now!

Jan 04

Well Christmas, New Year and hangovers are behind us now.

So, you are probably wondering what to do in January, that doesn’t involve spending a fortune going to Brighton or the Caribbean.
All you have to do is get a ticket to see Victor and Albert in Poynings Village Hall on Saturday 31st January 2026. SORTED.
You will get an evening of riotous comedy, audience interaction, songs, games and mayhem topped off with a sprinkling of Magic. And you will have that lovely feeling that you are supporting the village hall.

Here are some comments by others who have seen the show:
Fabulous.
Loved. Loved, loved your show.
Truly hilarious.
Extremely entertaining.
A very superior event.
Fantastic night.
So, do it now, get your tickets at https://applause.org.uk/p616058 , You know you want to! And you get to catch up on the Christmas gossip 😊

Jan 04

POYNINGS PARISH COUNCIL MEETING

The next meeting of Poynings Parish Council is to be held in the Village Hall on Wednesday 7th January 2026 at 7pm.

Agenda
1. Apologies for absence
2. Minutes
3. Matters Arising
4. MSDC and WSCC
5. Public Participation
6. Expenditure for Oct 2025 and Nov 2025
7. Planning applications
a. SDNP/25/03989/TCA|T1- Hawthorn hedge across rear boundary of car park, reduction in height to 1.5m. T2- Single large sycamore tree: reduction in height to 1.8m. T3- Group of 3 smaller sycamore trees: reduction in height to 1.8m. T4- Another group of 3 sycamore trees: reduction in height to 1.8m. T5- Two ash trees: full removal as both showing signs of ash dieback. T6- Norwegian maple: a crown raise by 4m on the north side. T7- Single sycamore tree: targeted pruning as it is encroaching onto a telegraph pole. Royal Oak Inn Poynings BN45 7AQ
Decision
b. SDNP/25/04042/TCA|T1 – Lime – Crown lift. Glebe Cottage The Street Poynings West Sussex BN45 7AQ
Decision
8. Asset register, Standing orders, Code of Conduct, Risk assessment. Financial Risk assessment. Update
9. Budget/Precept 2025-2026
10. Annual Parish Meeting
11. Village party and other events.
12. Update on Village Hall – floor etc
13. Cemetery wall
14. Litter picker volunteers.
15. Bus stop
16. Items for next meeting’s Agenda
17. Dates of next month’s Meetings

C Warburton
Clerk to the Council

 

Dec 18

Happy Christmas

I hope you have all packed your presents and posted your Christmas cards.
If not, here’s a great idea. Get someone a ticket to see Victor and Albert in Poynings Village Hall on Saturday 31st January 2026. It will be their best present ever!

They will get an evening of riotous comedy, audience interaction, songs, games and mayhem topped off with a sprinkling of Magic. And you will have that comforting feeling that you are supporting the village hall.

Here are some comments by others who have seen the show:
Fabulous.
Loved. Loved, loved your show.
Truly hilarious.
Extremely entertaining.
A very superior event.
Fantastic night.

So, do it now, get your tickets at https://applause.org.uk/p616058 , don’t forget one for yourself 😊

Nov 10

POYNINGS PARISH COUNCIL MEETING

The next meeting of Poynings Parish Council is to be held in the Village Hall on Wednesday 12th November 2025 at 7pm.

Agenda
1) Apologies for absence
2) Minutes
3) Matters Arising
4) MSDC and WSCC
5) Public Participation
6) Expenditure for Aug 2025 and Sept 2025
7) Planning applications
a. SDNP/25/03142/TCA – T1-T4; Group of four (4) small sycamore trees to be fully removed as slight lean towards road, with no counterbalancing branches to the rear. Trees are starting to encroach onto public footpath.
Decision
b. SDNP/25/02450/FUL Erection of a single storey building for use as a wellbeing centre. Church Lane. Poynings
Decision
c. SDNP/25/03054/DDDT- Removal of dead sycamore tree (T2). The Rectory The Street Poynings West Sussex BN45 7AQ
Decision
8) Update on VH Trust – floor etc
9) Cemetery wall/remembrance area
10) Village Flag pole
11) Bus stop
12) Village Hall Events
13) Items for next month’s Agenda
14) Date of next month’s Meeting

C Warburton
Clerk to the Council

Oct 11

There is still time to get tickets.


Tonight, 7 for 7.30 in Poynings Village Hall.
Don’t miss Elsa Jean McTaggart and Gary Lister all the way from the Isle of Lewis.

🎶 Caledonia 🎶
A heartfelt journey through Celtic and folk music, blending traditional melodies with modern arrangements using a variety of Celtic instruments. Expect toe-tapping tunes, rich storytelling, laughter, and video backdrops .

🎟️ Grab your tickets here: applause.org.uk/shows/hebridean-fire-caledonia –or pay in the door.

Every ticket helps us keep our village hall going.

Oct 09

Just 2 days to go!

This Saturday, 11th October, we’re beyond excited to welcome the amazing Elsa Jean McTaggart and Gary Lister, joining us all the way from the Isle of Lewis.  

🎶 Caledonia 🎶  
Get ready for a soul-stirring evening of Celtic and folk music, as this talented Scottish duo brings traditional tunes to life with a fresh, modern twist. With a mix of Celtic instruments, captivating storytelling, and even video backdrops, it’s set to be a night full of music, laughter, and that warm ceilidh spirit we all adore.  

✨ Don’t miss this magical night!  

🎟️ Tickets available now: applause.org.uk/shows/hebridean-fire-caledonia

Every ticket helps support our village hall – but more importantly, we need you in the audience to make it special. Let’s pack the place and make it a night to remember!

Oct 06

Saturday 11th October

Not long now
This Saturday, 11th October, we’re thrilled to welcome the incredible Elsa Jean McTaggart and Gary Lister all the way from the Isle of Lewis.

🎶 Caledonia 🎶
This gifted Scottish duo will treat us to a heartfelt journey through Celtic and folk music, blending traditional melodies with modern arrangements using a variety of Celtic instruments. Expect toe-tapping tunes, rich storytelling, laughter, and even video backdrops – all wrapped up in that warm ceilidh atmosphere we all love.

It promises to be a magical evening you won’t want to miss.
🎟️ Grab your tickets here: applause.org.uk/shows/hebridean-fire-caledonia –now! 😊

And remember – every ticket sold helps us keep the village hall going, but we need you there to make it happen. Let’s fill those seats!

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