Tel: 07342 166188|parishclerk@easebourne.org
FacebookEmailLoginLogin

Headline items on the home page

Summer in Easebourne Park

Easebourne Park was looking fabulous in the sunshine today, with the new Roundhouse Roof, our Eco-loo and The Goatbox serving hot and cold drinks and snacks!

Tom will be with us now most Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays over the summer, with just a few exceptions – follow The Goatbox on Facebook to check or look at the Easebourne Village page.

It takes a lot of work to keep the Park looking as good as it does. Some of this work is carried out by contractors but a lot of smaller jobs are undertaken by an amazing team of volunteers – Friends of Easebourne Parish – who trim, chop, tidy, plant, water and litter pick!

Lead by Frank, it’s a small team but they do a fantastic job keeping the Park (and other areas of the village) looking it’s best for everyone else to enjoy. If you can lend a hand with some of their tasks, please do get in touch with the Parish Council or frepsec@btinternet.com

Summer in Easebourne Park2023-06-02T16:23:33+01:00

The Angel Update – SDNPA 2nd June

Work to install support scaffolding is well under way and on schedule.

This week specialist contractors have completed scaffolding on the side wall of the Angel Inn. Contractors are also making good progress on installing the scaffolding to support the façade of the Angel Inn.

Next week work will begin to install support scaffolding on the adjacent building and contractors will be working longer days until 7pm.

A number of chimneys will then have to be demolished, or removed down to a safe height, as they are at risk of uncontrolled collapse.

The seven-week programme (from 15 May) is on track, and we will continue to provide weekly updates on progress.  Once the work is completed, we will hand over to West Sussex County Council, as the Highways Authority, to reopen the road.

We have produced an FAQs specifically around the shoring up work and this can be found at www.southdowns.gov.uk/midhurst-fire-updates/

The multi-agency recovery group has also created a more detailed FAQs, prepared by Chichester District Council which includes information about business support and highways issues. The FAQs can be found here: www.chichester.gov.uk/article/37648/Midhurst-fire-Frequently-asked-questions  

Please note the SDNPA is dealing specifically with the shoring up of the buildings and the relevant planning issues only.

The Angel Update – SDNPA 2nd June2023-06-02T16:23:41+01:00

Midhurst Green Volunteers are in town THIS SATURDAY!

The amazing Midhurst Green Volunteers are coming to the Village this Saturday, 27th May, to tidy the footpaths of Wheelbarrow Castle.

Meeting from 8am and working until around 10am, please pop along to lend a hand if you can. The more hands we have the more can be achieved. Just bring a pair of gloves, everything else is provided.

 

Midhurst Green Volunteers are in town THIS SATURDAY!2023-05-25T09:47:35+01:00

SDNPA update now work has begun – 24th May

Specialist contractors started on site on 15 May and work is under way.

A crane has been on site this week to enable detailed inspections of the building to take place.

This is a complex project with significant health and safety considerations and the project will progress through a series of important stages during the seven-week programme of work. There will be varying levels of activity on site depending where the contractors are in the programme.

The specialist contractors have to design and install support scaffolding to the facades of both listed buildings to prevent their collapse. They now have access to the buildings to do so. Support scaffolding has also to be installed to the flank wall of the Angel Inn, adjacent to Angel Yard, to prevent the collapse of this wall and to allow vehicular access into Angel Yard once again for the residents. A number of chimneys at the Angel Inn also have to be demolished or removed down to a safe height as they are at risk of uncontrolled collapse.

We have produced an FAQs specifically around the shoring up work and this can be found at www.southdowns.gov.uk/midhurst-fire-updates/

The multi-agency recovery group has also created a more detailed FAQs, prepared by Chichester District Council which includes information about business support and highways issues.

The FAQs can be found here: www.chichester.gov.uk/article/37648/Midhurst-fire-Frequently-asked-questions  

 We will continue to provide updates on progress.

SDNPA update now work has begun – 24th May2023-06-02T16:23:24+01:00

Midhurst fire update from South Downs National Park Authority (18 May)

‘Specialist contractors started on site on 15 May and work is under way.

A crane has been on site this week to enable detailed inspections of the building to take place.

This is a complex project with significant health and safety considerations and the project will progress through a series of important stages during the seven-week programme of work. There will be varying levels of activity on site depending where the contractors are in the programme.

The specialist contractors have to design and install support scaffolding to the facades of both listed buildings to prevent their collapse. They now have access to the buildings to do so. Support scaffolding has also to be installed to the flank wall of the Angel Inn, adjacent to Angel Yard, to prevent the collapse of this wall and to allow vehicular access into Angel Yard once again for the residents. A number of chimneys at the Angel Inn also have to be demolished or removed down to a safe height as they are at risk of uncontrolled collapse.

The South Downs National Park Authority has produced  FAQs specifically around the shoring up work.(Opens in a new window)

The multi-agency recovery group has created a detailed FAQs, prepared by Chichester District Council, which includes information about business support and highways issues.

We will continue to provide updates on progress’

Midhurst fire update from South Downs National Park Authority (18 May)2023-05-18T18:23:09+01:00

The return of The Goatbox!

We’re thrilled that Tom and The Goatbox will be coming back to Easebourne Park over the summer, serving up barista coffees, teas, cold drinks and snacks.

Tom will return on Wednesday 31st May to Saturday 3rd June during the Half Term week and then every Thursday to Saturday until the end of August! There are just 2 exceptions where Tom has other commitments.. so you might still need a flask between the 15-17th June and the 13-15th July!

We can’t wait to welcome The Goatbox back to the Park, and with the new Eco-loos now up and running you can really make a day of it!

The return of The Goatbox!2023-06-02T16:24:50+01:00

We’re looking for a new Parish Clerk

The Parish Council are looking for a new Parish Clerk and Responsibly Financial Officer. It’s a flexible part time role, working from home and with some evening meetings. The full job description is below. In the first instance, if you would like to find out more or register your interest, please email mike@easebourne.org 

Easebourne Parish Council Clerk and RFO

Job description

Closing Date:     17 June 2023               Hours: 52-65 hours per month  

Rate of Pay: £18.41 to £20.53 depending upon experience and qualifications, plus membership of Local Government Pension Scheme.

Easebourne Parish Council are seeking to appoint an individual as part time Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer to join their team of Councillors.

The Clerk is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Parish Council’s administration, the delivery of services and projects and ensuring that the Parish Council meets its statutory requirements and obligations.  As Responsible Financial Officer, the successful applicant will be responsible for the administration of the Parish Council’s financial affairs.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone wishing to work independently from home for between 52 to 65 hours per month, typically including at least two evening Council meetings per month and other meetings when necessary.

The successful person will have the drive, determination, organisational skills and attention to detail to manage a varied and interesting workload. Excellent administration, book keeping, IT and communication skills would be an advantage. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wishes to work from home yet become involved with the life of a small semi rural community.

In addition to managing the day-to-day work of the Parish Council, the post holder will work closely with Councillors on key projects and events within the Parish. As Responsible Financial Officer you will work together with the Council’s Head of Finance and Chairman to set annual budgets.

Experience in a similar role would be preferred, as would an appropriate qualification, however the Parish Council will support an applicant, following appointment, to study for the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CILCA) qualification. The ideal applicant would have financial and administrative experience, including knowledge of Rialtas Accounting Software, an understanding of local government and be able to demonstrate enthusiasm for working with residents of a rural community.

We’re looking for a new Parish Clerk2023-06-02T16:24:22+01:00

Village meeting 24th May 7pm

A reminder that the Annual Village Meeting will take place on Wednesday 24th May from 7pm until 8pm at the Primary School.

It’s your chance to come along and meet your Councillors, chat about what’s important to you, our recent and upcoming projects, and even find out about joining the Council.

We look forward to meeting you.

Village meeting 24th May 7pm2023-05-16T19:08:55+01:00

Press release from SDNPA 11th May

Today (11 May), the South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) has appointed a contractor to ensure the fire-damaged listed buildings are safely and legally secured. This will then allow the road to be reopened in both directions.

The SDNPA, working with West Sussex County Council and Chichester District Council, continues to actively liaise with the owners of the buildings, local businesses and other agencies involved to ensure that the necessary work begins as soon as possible. Our contractor aims to be on site on Monday 15 May. The work is expected to take seven weeks to complete.

This is not only the best option for the listed buildings, but is also the fastest option to enable the road to be safely opened.

The multi-agency recovery group has created a detailed FAQs, prepared by Chichester District Council, that is updated as new information becomes available.

We will continue to provide updates on progress

Press release from SDNPA 11th May2023-05-11T18:51:13+01:00

Update from the SDNPA 5th May

An Urgent Works Notice was today issued by the South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA)  to the owners of the properties affected by the fire. This is legally required to allow us to begin work on site.  As the Local Planning Authority, the SDNPA is using emergency powers and working with West Sussex County Council and Chichester District Council, to get the listed buildings safely and legally secured. This will enable the road to be re-opened.

The procurement process to appoint a contractor is nearing completion and we will make a more detailed announcement next week setting out a timetable for the works. Our goal is to get contractors on site as soon as possible.

The multi-agency recovery group has created a detailed FAQs, prepared by Chichester District Council, that is updated as new information becomes available.

Update from the SDNPA 5th May2023-05-08T12:56:27+01:00