Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Hello everyone,
Welcome to the HD Loop! This is the first edition of a new project we’re launching for the local people of Horsham District. Our goal is to bring you local news, events and good experiences for you and your family. We have no plans to talk politics or world views, we plan to ship this newsletter every Tuesday weekly to bring you something different to your inbox. Something local, of value, fun and aligned with elevating people’s week/weekend. Thanks for reading, let’s get to it.
Spring is slowly starting to show across the Horsham District. The days are stretching out, the mornings are getting brighter, and plenty is happening across our towns and villages this week.
Whether you're planning a weekend outing, looking for family activities, or just want to stay in the loop locally, here’s what’s coming up.
📰Local News
Your New Food Waste Bin Is Coming - One of the biggest changes to daily life in the district is now underway. Horsham District Council is rolling out weekly food waste recycling collections across the district from March 2026, with starter packs being delivered to every household between February and April. Read more.
Council tax increases - Horsham District Council has balanced its budget for the 2026/27 financial year whilst securing the lowest Council Tax rate in Sussex. Read more.
🗓️ What’s Happening
Events are subject to change. Please confirm details with the host.
Thursday, March 22nd
Now - 22nd March 26 - Kids Trail: Mission Spring, Borde Hill Gardens, Haywards Heath, West Sussex. Read more.
9th March - 11th April 26, Roald Dahl's The BFG, Chichester Festival Theatre, Chichester, West Sussex. Read more.Y
🍕 Eating Out
Ginger Pig, Hassocks - 4.6/5 - A wonderful find. The pub is delightfully decorated with a cosy but modern vibe. I felt spoiled for choice when it came to the menu and everything ordered was delicious, beautifully presented and felt fresh and high quality. Book here.
🍕 Sports
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🏡House of the Week
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🌤 Weather
A warm stretch is settling into Lamorinda, with temperatures climbing well into the 70s this weekend and peaking in the 80s early next week. It’s going to feel more like early summer than March.
Forecast as of March 11. For the latest updates, check the live forecast here.
Thursday: Sunny and warm. High ~78° / Low ~47°. Great day to be outside.
Friday: Partly sunny. High ~74° / Low ~46°. Comfortable afternoon temperatures.
Saturday: Mostly sunny and warm. High ~78° / Low ~52°. Ideal weather for the farmers’ market.
Sunday: Very warm with some clouds and sun. High ~82° / Low ~55°. Feels like summer.
Monday: Mostly sunny and hot for March. High ~83° / Low ~53°. Afternoon shade recommended.
Tuesday: Very warm and sunny. High ~85° / Low ~54°. One of the hottest days of the stretch.
Wednesday: Sunny and warm. High ~79° / Low ~50°. Still well above normal.
Have a great week exploring Horsham District!
— David
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Until next week
David