Opening times to be announced nearer the time but we will need volunteers please to help man stalls, do refreshments and generally help out, so if you can put the date in your diary now, that would be really helpful.
Also do start saving seeds and plants now!
Please do let us know asap if you are able to attend via [email protected]
The business of the meeting will be brief and it’s a good opportunity to chat to other members, enjoy a shared supper and even make some new friends maybe.
If you are not a member and would like to be, you can sign up via: https://www.ttworthing.org/get-involved/
Please save the weekends of 11/12 & 18/19 April 2026 if you’d like to take part in this inspiring, fun and informative event showcasing eco-friendly homes, gardens, businesses and community projects across Worthing, Adur, Shoreham and Steyning.
This will be our first live Eco Open Houses event since the one we sadly had to cancel due to the first lockdown – so we’re really looking forward to bringing it back. The event is dependent on funding, which we are currently applying for, so fingers crossed! We’ll share more details as plans are firmed up over the coming months.
In the meantime, we’re starting to build our volunteer team – would you like to help? We’ll need friendly faces to help steward homes, gardens, talks, tours and workshops. It’s not difficult, it’s a lot of fun, and a great way to learn more about sustainable living while being part of something positive in your community.
We’re also now looking for potential eco homes, gardens, businesses or fringe events to include in the programme. If you’re interested in volunteering or would like us to consider your property or idea, please email us at [email protected]
If you need some idea of what the event is going to look like, please see our previous brochure at:
https://www.ttworthing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/EOH-Worthing-2020-brochure-for-website.pdf
The main speaker is Chris Rowland from OVESCO Lewes, the energy company that he helped to set up in 2005. The meeting will be chaired by Bob Smytherman.
The object is to inform everyone about local energy cooperatives/company’s and if there’s enough keen people, to set up a group for Worthing.
Everyone welcome. Tickets free on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/repower-worthing-tickets-1730913582119
TTW will have a stall at this lovely community and family event so do come along and say hello and buy some of our produce!
The event opened with presentations by three speakers:
Carole Sharpe spoke on Safer Walking and Uncluttered Pathways for Pedestrians, including concerns about motorised traffic on pavements, rural roads without pavements, shops and shopping malls, as well as thoughts on educating young people about street etiquette.
Kathy Kohl spoke about the barriers to cycling safely, why we need safe cycle lanes wide enough to accommodate adapted bikes, encouraging more people to cycle and secure bike storage/lockups. She gave examples of successful measures in other cities and countries
Rob Vince, Development Manager for Stagecoach South, spoke in his presentation about the current bus market, the way people travel (including their changing behaviour) and the significance of bus priority measures.
The three presentations also included discussion of access and help for the disabled.
The Facilitator for the evening was Worthing Town Crier, Bob Smytherman.
The Assembly then divided into three breakout groups to discuss each subject and to come up with points to be referred to West Sussex County Council and Adur & Worthing Councils for their consideration and action. Many helpful issues were raised and discussed. The Transport Group will now analyse these ideas and then raise these matters with our local authorities.
One of the members of the Transport Group said, “We are extremely pleased with how the event was received and the thoughtful ideas that were put forward by local people. Nearly fifty people attended which was beyond our expectations.”
As usual our amazing team of volunteers will be on hand to share their skills and help you to repair your clothes, toys, bicycles, laptops, computers, small household electrical/electronic items, small items of furniture, costume jewellery and restringing necklaces and knife/scissor sharpening.
Refreshments of hot and cold drinks and cakes will be available at a small cost.
Please book via the online booking form here:
www.ttworthing.org/repair-cafe/#repair-booking-form
Any questions, please do email us at:
[email protected]
Come & have your say. Everyone Welcome!
Great News – our Disability Access Path is finished and open for visitors who use a wheelchair, mobility scooter or walking aid. So please spread the word, and encourage people to come along with family or friends. We have space for up to 3 wheelchair users at the same time.
On your wheelchair journey across the garden, there is plenty to look out for at this time of year. Shocking-pink Oxalis brightens the driveway, and soon the scent of Mock Orange will greet you by the inner gates. Turning right by the Hazel copse towards the Herb garden, you’ll find the bright yellow buds of Broom, with Marjoram and Lavender getting ready to flower.
The path turns left by a large Elderberry tree smothered with white frothy flowers. Here you can see across the rough grassland – where butterfly and moth pupae are waiting to emerge. Already we have spotted Cinnabar moths this season, although the Ragwort has yet to flower and is rather scarce this year, as last summer the Cinnabar moth caterpillars ravaged the seedlings.
Down the meadow path, and another left turn brings you to your destination by the pond, with space to relax and take in the view across the garden. Returning by the same route, you get a different view of the garden, and at the entrance area you may catch a glimpse of our Beehive.
Our usual opening hours are Wednesdays and Fridays 10am to 12 noon, and 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month, 10am to 12 noon. For more information, email [email protected], phone 01903 530780 (after 4pm), or check out our Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/cortisavewildlife/
You’ll find us at Cortis Avenue (north end) off Carnegie Road, Broadwater, Worthing, BN14 7BG. Buses to Bohunt School/Broadwater Church. Street Parking. Children welcome accompanied by an adult. To protect plants and wildlife, sorry no dogs except assistance dogs.
We look forward to seeing you over the summer.
This event will be a beautiful co-creation of energy and intention. Whether you’re stepping into Transition work for the first time or have been engaged for years, your presence matters.
Check out the details for the fantastic sessions scheduled for the Day of Transition Practise 2025, spread the voice and register to receive the link to attend live!
https://practise.transitionmovement.org/day-of-transition-practise-2025/