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Bus services are being reviewed - fill out a survey about your bus journeys

By Maisie28 at 14:39 on 08/12/11

West Sussex County Council have announced that they are reducing the subsidy to bus companies by £2 million in order to help make required savings. The reduction in subsidy will happen in three phases. Some funding decisions on bus routes have already been made and others will be made soon. So, if you use certain buses in the county, fill in the survey here, and help the Council decide which routes stay and which go... If you use...
Get travelwise in Burgess Hill this week

By Maisie28 at 18:45 on 21/09/11

Mid Sussex District Council (MSDC) is promoting Travelwise Week which runs this week from 19th-23rd September. The aim is to help improve the environment with smarter travel, as well as saving our pockets and helping our fitness! According to MSDC, an incredible 77% of air polution in West Sussex is produced by motor vehicles. It is estimated that commuters could save a substantial £700 a year by switching from car to bicycle and...
Motorcycling in Burgess Hill

By herbie15 at 20:39 on 11/08/11

Many motorcyclists are making the most of the last weeks of summer and lighter evenings to enjoy windy country roads in Sussex and beyond. For many it is exhilarating. For some it is something they have always wanted to do. One thing's for sure - it's important to be a safe rider and there are learning centres and biking support around Burgess Hill to help. Total Moto Training are located on Victoria Road in Burgess Hill and provide...
Electric vehicle charging point is installed in Burgess Hill

By Maisie28 at 19:36 on 05/03/11

With rising fuel costs you may be considering switching to a more sustainable form of transport that costs you less to run. Mid Sussex District Council has installed three electric vehicle charging points across the region, including one at Cyprus Road Car Park in Burgess Hill. To use the charging point you need to join the Charge Your Car Scheme which costs £50 a year. You will then have unlimited use of the charging points...
How are Southern trains running?

By Maisie28 at 11:22 on 19/12/10

Has anyone ventured out on a brave Southern Railway journey this weekend? If so, how did you get on? For those due to commute to work tomorrow you're probably keen to know how the trains are running... Burgesshillpeople took a look at the Southern Railway webpage and felt encouraged by the message stating 'We intend to run the advertised service today, Sunday 19 December although due to the weather conditions, there may be some...

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Gritter twitter is launched in West Sussex

By benjs1

That sounds like a really good idea - wonder when we will get some snow?

By Maisie28 at 18:29 on 05/12/11

If you've ever thought it would be helpful to receive updates on weather and gritting activity in Burgess Hill, and West Sussex in general, Gritter Twitter may just be what you're looking for... @WSCCGritting is the one to follow! The Gritter Twitter service has been set up by Balfour Beatty who manage the maintenance of highways for West Sussex County Council. They will 'tweet' updates on weather, road conditions and gritting...
Park for less in Burgess Hill this Christmas

By Chris French

A small step in the right direction I suppose. A few observations if I may: 1. Why are only 2 out...

By herbie15 at 19:05 on 15/11/11

For many people in Burgess Hill finances are tight in these tough economic times and the prospect of Christmas shopping is daunting enough before even thinking about parking costs. So you may be pleased to hear that parking in Mid Sussex District Council long-stay car parks in Burgess Hill is being reduced to £1 for the whole day on the four Saturdays leading up to Christmas. So, where can you park for just £1 for the day?...
Attention Burgess Hill Car Enthusiasts!

By supermonkey83

Given the amount of energy that it takes to manufacture new cars, even more for hybrid vehicles, I...

By herbie15 at 21:28 on 02/11/10

If you're passionate about the motorcar, the environment, or both, Burgess Hill has lots of entertainment to offer you this weekend. Couldn't care less about cars? You may want to check out the Wild About Mid Sussex Exhibition, Fashion Show or Christmas Stall instead... But for those who do love cars, you're spoilt with the RAC Brighton to London Future Car Challenge this Saturday. And then...the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run on...
National Liftshare Week - Would you share lifts with people locally?

By Raviliouse

I think it is an excellent idea on so many fronts

By Maisie28 at 19:52 on 05/10/10

This week, starting yesterday, is the first ever National Liftshare Week. People are being encouraged to find people in their town who take the same routes to work and share lifts. Is this something you've tried? If not, would you give it a go? Liftshare.com links people who make the same journeys to work. The website states that the benefits of sharing a journey include saving money, making new friends and contributing to an improved...
Get Cycling around Burgess Hill

By 4michael

Following the news that Lewes MP Norman Baker has just invested in a brand new folding bicycle (no...

By Maisie28 at 17:16 on 29/05/10

The Burgess Hill Bike Ride is on Sunday 6th June. Are you planning on taking part? Or perhaps you hope to give a cheer to those who take off on their wheels...and maybe you'll be inspired to have a go next year. Cycling has many benefits, to us as individuals, as well as to our community and environment. It's great for health and fitness and is a form of aerobic exercise, which provides cardiovascular benefits, whilst avoiding high...