Hurst Rethink
We are a group of locals who have joined forces to drive sustainable change in the villages of Hurstpierpoint and Sayers Common. All of the group are volunteers and we have no political affiliations.
We have decided to focus our efforts on five main action areas: Biodiversity and Nature, Community, Green Consumer, Green Homes & Energy and Green Transport. Underpinning all of this will be work with the relevant local councils (Parish Council, Mid Sussex District Council, West Sussex County Council) and action groups as well as publicity and education in our community. Read more about us.
Pond Talk with Pete the Pond Wednesday 2nd October 7:30pm
Join Hurst Rethink in welcoming Pete the Pond, who will talk us through why, what and how to have a wildlife-friendly pond in the garden.
Pete has worked tirelessly for over twenty years helping to sustain and restore many local aquatic ecosystems, especially ponds, which are critical to the health of local nature and wildlife. With his wooden leg and often seen with a parrot on his shoulder, Pete has also understandably been called ‘Pete the Pirate’.
For the interval there’ll be stalls promoting the cause of local mammals and birds, selling plants and local honey, and offering teas, coffees, and homemade cakes. In the second half of the evening, Pete will be introducing some of his pondy friends. Whet your appetite with this short YouTube film…
This event is £3 to attend to cover our costs. Please book your ticket using the link. We will be accepting donations on the night for Hurst Rethink.
Our Action Areas:
If you’re interested in helping us, even if it’s for an hour or two a month, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn About Sustainability
We highly recommend the ‘What Planet Are We On Podcast’, available on BBC Sounds. Presenter Liz Bonnin delves into various issues, including our relationship with wildlife, agriculture, consumerism and economics. It’s a great way of gaining insight into the issues facing us all and how we can change for the better.
