Journal

The society's regular journal keeps our members informed of developments, local issues and society activities, including forthcoming events.

It's essential reading for everyone who cares about Shoreham and the surrounding area.

The latest edition (Winter 2009/10) includes:

• Chairman's letter - recalling some of the past year's big development issues and urging members to let their views be known.
• Pond Road redevelopment proposals - potentially more controversial than Ropetackle. Read the article here.
• Kingston Barn - the Shoreham Society's comments on plans to convert this historic building into houses.
• Shoreham Society's 25th anniversary - two former chairmen look back at the society's formation and development.
• Marlipins Museum - the owners outline proposals to set up a new Friends group and revitalise the museum's operation. Read the article here.
• Minimum room sizes - guidelines have been proposed for minimum floor spaces in new flats and houses and are being recommended to Adur Council.
• Flood defence - surveys are to be undertaken by the Environment Agency to ascertain whether improvements are needed to the west bank of the River Adur between the harbour mouth and the A27 flyover.

The Autumn 2009 edition included:

• Kingston Barn - report on the latest planning application for this historic barn, this time to convert it into four dwellings.
• Coastguard tower - a proposal to convert it an art gallery, studio and cafe move forward.
• Shoreham Old Fort - a detailed history of the ancient structure and an update on plans to restore it. Read the article here.
• Discouraging the motor car - a considered reflection of issues surrounding current planning policies affecting car parking provision. Read the article here.
• The Vinery - a look back at one of Shoreham's lost features and a lingering hope for its revital. Read the article here.
• Tarmount Lane - temporary but welcome re-use of buildings due for eventual redevelopment.

The Summer 2009 edition included:

• Shoreham Society AGM - reports, discussions, and a call for more involvement to fill officer posts.
• St Mary's Hall - an update as plans are revised and more objections are raised.
• Southlands site proposals - amendments are made in response to criticisms about the proposed housing development.
• The Grade Two listed buildings of Shoreham - No.17, Old Erringham.
• Pond Road redevelopment - concerns grow as Adur Council prepares possible planning briefs.
• Riverbank path - as concerns grow about the poor surface, hopes are raised for improvement work.

The Spring 2009 edition included:

• St Mary's Hall development - the society's concerns and suggestions regarding controversian plans to redevelop the church hall.
• The Grade Two listed buildings of Shoreham - No.16, Adur Lodge, The Street.
• St Giles Place development - concerns about the proposals for infill housing on part of the Southlands site.
• "Plane Janes" at Shoreham Airport - a show to celebrate the early history of the airport in poetry, music and song.
• Strategic plan includes Marlipins - Sussex Archaeological Society's financial rescue plans include selling some properties but retaining the Marlipins Museum.
• Harbouring hopes for honesty - a reflection on the likely impact of the Shoreham Harbour proposals, and an appeal for honest debate. Read the article here.
• Consultation sought over river bank issues - residents in Old Shoreham Road raise concerns about waterside changes and council buck-passing.

Editors: Tony & Bronwen Vinicombe. Email here

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