Journal
The society's quarterly 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 current edition (Summer 2010) includes:
- Shoreham Society's anniversary - commemorative plaques have been
awarded to five conservation projects judged by the society's committee
to have significantly contributed to the local built environment.
- Introducing our new chairman - Shoreham resident Gerard
Rosenberg, a TV and film producer and specialist in mental health
training, takes over the reins of the society's committee.
- St Mary's Church Hall - an update on the rejection of
controversial redevelopment proposals and a reflection on the
surprising nature of the planning inspector's decision, which could
mean the story is not yet over.
- Past chairmen remember - continuing our series about former society chairmen, this time featuring Gretel Graville.
- Griff Rhys Jones defends nimbyism - the comedian, presenter and
conservationist argues that people have a duty to look after their own
localities.
- Pond Road proposals - a summary of the changes made to Adur
Council's planning brief, which is currently being considered by the
Shoreham Society because several concerns remain.
The Spring 2010 edition included:
- Pond Road redevelopment proposals - Shoreham Society keeps
raising the difficult questions and challenging the answers.
- Shoreham Beach footbridge - consultation planned to explore
options and concerns.
- Old Fort - the new action group further explores scope for
restoring the historic site.
- Shoreham Society - an overview of its role and prospects as the
AGM looms and more committee members are sought.
- Transport - an alternative view about how the local road
infrastructure needs to develop to meet future needs.
- Daniel Roberts - an insight into the youngest son of Captain
Henry Roberts, a naval colleague of the celebrated Captain Cook, and
the importance of both father and son to Shoreham.
- Marlipins Museum - an update on the formation of the new Friends
group and the proposals to revitalise voluntary support.
- John Grover - continuing our series of articles on past chairman,
we talk to John about his term of office, when proposals for the
Ropetackle development loomed large.
The Winter 2009/10 edition included:
- 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.
Editor from next issue: Adrian Towler. Email here
Advertising: Mary Tilling. Tel 01273 463356.