The Central Sussex Beekeeping Association (CSBKA) offers the chance for people to keep bees and harvest their own honey. Affiliated to the British Beekeeping Association (BBKA), the group meets weekly in Pease Pottage, where it has its training apiaries. Introduction...
South Downs Siegebreakers is a gaming club, with enthusiasts meeting once a week for war games, board games, card games and a little role play! AAH meets Chairman Liam Young and long-serving members Jerome Roberty, Becky Sayers and James Mallock to find out more......
Horsham’s Men’s Shed offers a place where people can pursue their hobbies and interests in a safe, sociable setting. We meet Founder and Chairman Ben Pickstock, Greg Charman (Health and Wellbeing Manager at Horsham District Council) and regular ‘Shedders’ Chris...
Horsham Bridge Club is one of the most popular in the district, with over 300 members playing the notoriously difficult game for four people. Bridge is played throughout the week at the club’s town centre base, with courses available to newcomers to the game. We met...
The blue and white Lycra -clad army of Horsham Cycling Club are a familiar sight on the district’s roads. The popular club attracts people of all abilities with its welcoming ‘cycling for everyone’ ethos, and members are hopeful of another boost following Team GB’s...
White handkerchief? Check. Wooden stick? Check. Merry men with fiddles and melodeons? Check. We must be in the company of Broadwood, Horsham’s oldest Morris dancing side. Here, we speak to a handful of the Morris men about traditions, dances, music, and the difficulty...
To a passer-by, the Southwater Dabblers doesn't appear to be the most riveting of clubs. As the boats meander gently across the water, you wonder if there isn't something the dabblers could do that might provide them with more of an adrenaline rush. But for many of...
The Bell Ringers at St Margaret’s Church in Warnham are amongst the very best in West Sussex. The group meets every Thursday evening, as well as ringing the bells on Sunday, with the band also competing to a high standard in friendly competitions. In recognition of...
Horsham in Bloom was only formed in 1995, but in just 17 years has made a huge contribution to the town. Not only is the group responsible for brightening up Horsham with floral displays and encouraging gardening creativity for both individuals and businesses with its...
Horsham Sparrows is celebrating its 50th year in 2017. Founded shortly after England’s World Cup win in ‘66, the club has nurtured generations of young players in the town. Today, Sparrows is the only club in Horsham recognised with FA Standard Charter...
I recently dragged my family out for a walk along the South Downs near Chanctonbury Ring. At about the time my children started complaining that the wind was making theirs ears hurt, a glider soared elegantly overhead and with surprising speed disappeared into the...
Horsham Fencing Club attracts members of all ages thanks to its relaxed atmosphere and a patient approach to coaching. AAH found out more from coach Will Miller, chair Jerry Lowen, master-at-arms Andy Watson, regular fencers Harry Williams and Jo Goddard, as well as...
The Horsham Club is a leading team in the Horsham and District Snooker League, winning Division 1 for three years in succession. With the game’s popularity waning, efforts are being made to encourage a new generation of players. We speak to members Dominic Wakefield,...
There’s been an increase in the popularity of water-based sports during the pandemic, with kayaks and paddleboards a common sight on local rivers. This offers some comfort to businesses such as The Kayak Coach, based on the banks of the River Adur at Ashurst, and...
Derek Paxton has devoted his life to judo as a coach, competitor and referee. A work accident left him unable to reach the highest levels of the sport, but he has coached hundreds of people of all ages since establishing Horsham Judo Club in 1976. Here, Derek tells...
Like many sports clubs, Horsham Indoor Bowls Club was heavily impacted by the pandemic. By focusing on a relaxed atmosphere and nurturing newcomers, the club’s membership is now recovering. AAH visited the Broadbridge Heath-based club on its January Open Day and spoke...
Atlantis Swimming Club is enjoying another outstanding season, retaining its status as Sussex League champions in July. As well as being County Champions in one of the most competitive swimming counties in the UK, 11 Atlantis swimmers were selected to compete at the...
Broadbridge Heath Football Club has sat largely in the shadow of Horsham FC since it was founded in 1919. It has endured turbulent times, but has recently emerged as a strong independent club, offering community football from Under-7s to Under-18s, with a...
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