Welcome
The parish is entirely contained within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
More information about the history and organisation of the parish can be found at About the Parish.
Latest News
Annual Council Meeting - Monday 19th May 2025
13th May 2025
The Annual Council Meeting will be held on Monday 19th May at 7.30pm. This is the annual business meeting of the Council when the Chairman and Vice Chairman are appointed.
The notice for the Meeting can be seen here.
The public are welcome to attend the meeting. Up to 15 minutes will be allowed at the start for public questions and comments. The Agenda and associated documents will be available on the Council Meetings page three days before the meeting.
VE Day - 80th Anniversary Robertsbridge 8th June 2025
7th May 2025
VE DAY 80th Anniversary Robertsbridge Thursday 8th May
10.45am Commemoration at War Memorial - laying of wreaths
6.30pm St Marys Church, Salehurst - church bells to ring for 30 minutes
7-10pm Invitation to all Salehurst & Robertsbridge residents to join event organised by Hurst Green Parish Council at The Stage Field on Bodiam Road, Silverhill. Firework finale at 9pm
FLOOD AWARENESS EVENT SATURDAY 17TH MAY 2025 10am-1pm
24th Apr 2025
Robertsbridge experienced the worst flooding in living memory in October 2000. Following this Robertsbridge flood defence scheme was built which has protected the village for over 20 years.
We have set up this free family friendly event on 17th May in Robertsbridge Village Hall for newer and more established residents to provide information on the flood scheme and the part you can play in preparing for flooding. There will be interactive activities for children and adults. Refreshments bacon and egg sandwiches and hot and cold drinks by Robertsbridge Scouts. Come along and find out more!
VE DAY 80TH ANNIVERSARY - THURSDAY 8TH MAY 2025
24th Apr 2025
All residents in Salehurst and Robertsbridge are invited to attend a night of remembrance and thanksgiving event - food - live music - fireworks - lighting of the beacon 7-10pm organised by Hurst Green Parish Council. Firework finale at 9pm. The event is being held on the Stage Field in Silver Hill. Turn right off the A21 onto the Bodiam Road at the top of Silverhill just before Hurst Green. The field can be found on the left of the road after the houses.
Robertsbridge Royal British Legion will be holding flag ceremonies at Robertsbridge War Memorial at 10.45 am on VE Day 8th May and VJ Day 15th August.
FLOOD AWARENESS EVENT SATURDAY 17TH MAY 2025
Please save the date: Saturday 17th May 2025, 10am - 1pm.
The Parish Council, in partnership with the Environment Agency will be holding a drop-in event at the Village Hall. Our own flood defence scheme will be explained (possibly some demos) plus general information on flooding preparedness, safety and warnings. Lots of interactive activities for all the family.
Further information and publicity to follow nearer the time.
Forthcoming Events
Robertsbridge 800 - SATURDAY 21ST JUNE 2025
Robertsbridge 800 is a Robertsbridge Summer Event being held on Saturday 21st June 2025 . It will celebrate the 800 years since Robertsbridge was granted a Market Charter and will cover the history of the Parish. Come and join us for this fun day for the whole community. Free entry with fun and entertainment for all ages. Poster here or above.
Why not enter the children's fancy dress or the soap box parade? Please let Simon Longhurst know if you plan to enter the parade simon.longhurst@salehurst-pc.org.uk
If you can help in any way, please contact simon.longhurst@salehurst-pc.org.uk
FLOOD AWARENESS EVENT - SATURDAY 17TH MAY 2025
Robertsbridge experienced the worst flooding in living memory in October 2000. Following this Robertsbridge flood defence scheme was built which has protected the village for over 20 years.
We have set up this free family friendly event on 17th May in Robertsbridge Village Hall for newer and more established residents to provide information on the flood scheme and the part you can play in preparing for flooding. There will be interactive activities for children and adults. Refreshments bacon and egg sandwiches and hot and cold drinks by Robertsbridge Scouts. Come along and find out more!