Storrington & Arun Valley Regional Group
The Sussex Wildlife Trust Storrington & Arun Valley Regional Group was formed as a constituted community group in April 2021 by Founder Member Phil Huggins. To get in touch please email us on: [email protected]
We have 3 key officers: Chair Sarah Abercromby; Treasurer Alastair Graham (supported by Sue Ewers on the accounts) and Secretary Phil Huggins. They are well-supported by 6 more committee members: Viviane Doussy, Jerry Lindsey, Julie Gamlin, Christine Lindsay, Cathy Briggs and Ian Ward.
This group supports SWT by communicating the Trust’s strategy, plans and objectives at a local level. We provide direct and tangible support ‘on the ground’ to SWT’s key initiatives and projects – including specialist species expertise, physical habitat improvement and other aspects where possible.
We work closely with existing wildlife and conservation groups, societies and Councils, actively seeking ways in which we can collaborate for the benefit of wildlife and the environment.
Activities include online talks, training sessions and outdoor guided walks. Details of upcoming events are shared in our member's monthly newsletters.
Our past recorded events appear on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@swtst...
Our past monthly newsletters are all available here: SWT Reg Gp Google Drive
Our Facebook Group can be found here: www.facebook.com/groups/savrg
Our group leaflet is available here: SWT Reg Gp Leaflet Low Res
Our 2nd AGM was on Sat 3rd June 2023 - please see AGM #2 Minutes 2023
We have 4 ongoing projects which you can join for practical action: Green Spaces for Nature, Churchyards, Swifts & Invasive species.
Any SWT members can join this SWT Regional Group and receive our regular newsletters. Please email your details asking to join: [email protected].
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Nature recovery at a time of crisis
Viviane Doussy of the Storrington and Arun Valley Sussex Wildlife Trust Regional Group tells us about a Friday evening in the local village hall discussing nature’s recovery
Public Event 10 Nov 7pm
Hear first-hand about the Wilder Horsham District aspirations and our SWT Regional Group’s 4 projects to help nature restoration at a local level in the Arun Valley. Booking essential.
Hear first-hand about the Wilder Horsham District aspirations and our SWT Regional Group’s 4 projects to help nature restoration at a local level in the Arun Valley. Booking essential.
Minibus trip to Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
Sunday 17th September: Join us on a whole day minibus outing to the Sussex Wildlife Trust flagship visitor attraction at the Rye Harbour Discovery Centre. We have planned a guided tour around this coastal nature reserve and plenty of time to enjoy the cafe with its glorious views too. Convenient pick-up points from Pulborough & Storrington. Only a few seats available at £28.50pp. Click in to get the booking details for SWT members only.
Sunday 17th September: Join us on a whole day minibus outing to the Sussex Wildlife Trust flagship visitor attraction at the Rye Harbour Discovery Centre. We have planned a guided tour around this coastal nature reserve and plenty of time to enjoy the cafe with its glorious views too. Convenient pick-up points from Pulborough & Storrington. Only a few seats available at £28.50pp. Click in to get the booking details for SWT members only.
2nd AGM at Woods Mill
Our 2nd SWT Regional Group’s Members Meeting is on Saturday 3rd June between 10am and 1pm. Click for more information and the booking link.
Our 2nd SWT Regional Group’s Members Meeting is on Saturday 3rd June between 10am and 1pm. Click for more information and the booking link.
Private Garden Visit
Courtesy of Jane and Michael Joseph, our SWT Regional Group had the privilege of visiting this wonderful gem of a garden. Provide plenty of protection, food, water and shelter and the wildlife will pour in and reward you with abundance. A fine local example that inspired us all to do more! Please read this wonderful article by a member visitor and local historian.
Courtesy of Jane and Michael Joseph, our SWT Regional Group had the privilege of visiting this wonderful gem of a garden. Provide plenty of protection, food, water and shelter and the wildlife will pour in and reward you with abundance. A fine local example that inspired us all to do more! Please read this wonderful article by a member visitor and local historian.
The Storrington and Arun Valley Regional Group
Viviane Doussy, Chair, Sussex Wildlife Trust Regional Group (Storrington & Arun Valley) tells us about what the group does.
Viviane Doussy, Chair, Sussex Wildlife Trust Regional Group (Storrington & Arun Valley) tells us about what the group does.
Nature Quiz 2023
Join our annual online nature quiz. This year it’s about butterflies, other pollinators and wildflowers. Hosted by Sussex Wildlife Trust Regional Group (Storrington & Arun Valley). Book up your place for Thursday 26th Jan at 7pm.
Join our annual online nature quiz. This year it’s about butterflies, other pollinators and wildflowers. Hosted by Sussex Wildlife Trust Regional Group (Storrington & Arun Valley). Book up your place for Thursday 26th Jan at 7pm.
Merry Xmas and a happy New Year!
Wishing all our supporters of the SWT Regional Group a very Merry Xmas and a happy New Year!
Wishing all our supporters of the SWT Regional Group a very Merry Xmas and a happy New Year!
Government Attacks Nature
Recent legislation has moved our Regional Group into action! We wrote to our MP, Andrew Griffith, and also to the Scrutiny Committee of the House of Commons following the Retained EU Law (REUL) Bill. Read our letters in the Blog below.
Recent legislation has moved our Regional Group into action! We wrote to our MP, Andrew Griffith, and also to the Scrutiny Committee of the House of Commons following the Retained EU Law (REUL) Bill. Read our letters in the Blog below.
Online Talk: Wildflower Meadows
Local resident Sarah will share with us her journey of a wildflower meadow creation at their home in Storrington, Pulborough. Please join us online to hear more of her personal journey with Q&As afterwards.
Local resident Sarah will share with us her journey of a wildflower meadow creation at their home in Storrington, Pulborough. Please join us online to hear more of her personal journey with Q&As afterwards.
Woods Mill Visit
Our regional Group had a lovely walk around Woods Mill with James Duncan in May 2022 at our 1st AGM. This resulted in the inspiration for this 2 minute video clip.
Our regional Group had a lovely walk around Woods Mill with James Duncan in May 2022 at our 1st AGM. This resulted in the inspiration for this 2 minute video clip.
