Over the last sixty years, Flimwell has lost its school (which was bombed in W.W.II), its Shop/Post Office (after three raids) and its Youth Club which also doubled as a local hall. This has resulted in a desperate need for a new `heart' to the village. The site of `Corner Farm', at the crossroads is currently on offer to the community and has been identified as a site for a village hall by the planning department at Rother District Council. SEEDA, local businesses, the Parish Council and local fund raisers have already committed money towards the hall, but further large grants will be needed. To be successful, it is essential that grant applications prove the commitment of the local community.

There is now a new survey on this subject - your views are essential so follow this link and complete the online survey as soon as possible.

The earlier parish survey on the desirability of a new hall at Corner Farm in Flimwell and the possible uses to which it might be put received 97 replies which wass an excellent response rate.  The replies are summarised below.

Do you support the idea of a Village Hall on the site?     Yes: 69  No  18  Undecided 10

Would you/your household be likely to use a hall for any of the following?

Local Meetings     53
Parties and celebrations     46
Clubs e.g.Art, fitness, crafts, computer tech.     55
Dramatic/musical performances     37
Indoor sports/game      43
Village Events      65
Other uses of a Hall     20

What facilities would you like to see at Corner Farm, in addition to a hall?

Community Shop     71
Recycling facilities     72
Nursery School     31
Notice Board      57
Dedicated Parking       59

Other suggestions included:

• after school clubs
• organic produce sales
• elderly sessions for coffee
• Youth drop in centre
• cadets
• farmers market
• religious services If church were to close/
• upgrading childrens play area
• and a bowling green and club room