Supporting Our Local Economy

Many people live in Horsham and work further afield but it is vital that Horsham remains a thriving economic centre in its own right, as it has been for hundreds of years.

We are lucky to have a thriving High Street in Horsham Town Centre as well as a diverse range of businesses – from flourishing local drinks producers to significant manufacturing and service companies – based in the surrounding villages. I regularly meet with local business owners to discuss their future plans and the impact they are having on the local and national economy.

I often attend employment events and I am always keen to discuss the benefits of different employment options, such as apprenticeships and graduate schemes. I routinely visit the team at the Job Centre Plus to find out how they are supporting people in their journey into employment. 

I am fully aware of the importance a strong local economy has on the local community and I will continue to support local businesses in the area.

Please see below for updates on supporting our local economy.

News

English Tourism Week- Wakehurst Place (8/10)

Wakehurst Place in Adringly has over 500 acres of wild landscapes to explore, including ornamental gardens, woodlands and meadows. Particular Spring highlights is a carpet of bluebells in Bethlehem Wood (pictured) and bright spring blooms in the Water Garden.

English Tourism Week- High Beeches (6/10)

High Beeches Garden is a 27 acre woodland and water garden situated in Handcross. The natural woodland has been sensitively planted to create a garden of great beauty and tranquility.

English Tourism Week- Southwater Country Park (5/10)

Southwater Country Park is a great day out for everyone of all ages and abilities. The Country Park is beautiful to walk around, with easy-going, flat paths. The Dinosaur Island play area celebrates the iguanodon skeleton that was found in the lake.

English Tourism Week- Nymans Gardens (4/10)

Nymans Gardens is one of the National Trust’s most treasured gardens. It is beautiful in all seasons and the signs of spring are already popping up across the estate.

English Tourism Week- Sumners Ponds (3/10)

Sumners Ponds offers all their guests a unique camping experience giving everyone a taster into the delights of the West Sussex country side. Sumners Pond also gives its younger guests the opportunity to connect with a real working farm.

Spring Budget

Yesterday the Chancellor delivered his Budget for Growth focusing on the four pillars of Enterprise, Employment, Education and Everywhere.

Jeremy Quin Visits Horsham's "The Beer Mine"

It was good to pop in to the The Beer Mine in the Carfax. From the team behind the Malt Shovel and Anchor Tap this is another great addition to Horsham retail, in line with a long local tradition of brewing which continue to produce a huge variety of local independents.