Charlotte Burnell

Charlotte@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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I moved to Storrington in June 2022 from north Surrey and just love it.

I have worked in corporate, marketing and transformation communications for most of my working life, both for large organisations, and also as a consultant. For the last 10 years, I have advocated, on a voluntary basis, for parents of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), supporting a SEND charity.

That inspired me to work in this field full time, as an independent advocate, which I now do, supporting parents to get the right special educational provision for children and young people with SEND. I am also a trustee and governor of a Surrey-based specialist school for boys with special educational needs.

I have two sons, whom I am very proud of, and have found my new "home" of Storrington to be the most friendly and welcoming of places.

I have joined the parish council as I am keen to play an active role in how to best support our community on behalf of those who live and work here.

Melissa Moremon

Melissa@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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I moved to Storrington in 2011. I love the community feel and the beautiful location nestled right on the edge of the South Downs National Park.

I currently work as a Virtual Assistant/PA for myself and also spend two afternoons a week working with animals.

I have 13 years experience working as the EA to the Chief Executive of the RSPCA as well as 15 years in corporate law, 5 years in publishing and exhibitions and started off my career in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (Defra as it is now) spending my last year there working for the Minister. I also spent 7 years working in the Middle East for offshore oil and gas projects as well as an international law firm supporting the UAE government in implementing the country's offset policies.

I have built strong relationships based on trust, respect and professionalism and hope to apply this to my work with the Council.

When I’m not working you will find me out and about, spending my spare time outdoors and walking on the South Downs with my two rescue dogs. I am passionate about animal welfare, wildlife and the environment and the views, fresh air and peace and quiet the countryside offers make it something very special.

I also volunteer to work with the sick, elderly and handicapped who visit Lourdes, France every year with the Arundel and Brighton Diocescan Pilgrimage.

Bill Aitkenhead

Bill@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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I was born in North Borneo when it was a British Colony and spent most of the first nine years of my life there along with 18 months in Burma where my father was working. Originally my schooling was to be in Scotland but circumstances changed and I was educated in Sussex moving to West Chiltington when my parents retired here. As such I have known Storrington for over 50 years and started working in the village in 1982 as an Estate Agent, initially with King & Chasemore before going into partnership in a small agency called Burford Jordan. We merged in 2003 with Henry Adams and in 2015 I moved into a consultancy role from being an equity partner. With over 42 years of working here I feel I can claim to know the area well and have seen many changes over the years. Many are for the better - The leisure centre,Glebe surgery, Waitrose and the sports facilities to name a few.

Unfortunately the town ( as it now is ) is facing ever increasing challenges, not least of all the torturous traffic and the prospect of further development, both here and in the neighbouring parishes.

I've joined the Parish Council in the hope of giving something back to a community I've enjoyed being part of for a very long time.

Peter Meadows

peter@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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I was born in Brighton but have lived in Storrington for the last 10 years after being away from Sussex for 35 years when my work was based in North London. This role took me to many countries, and I still love travelling, meeting people and seeing other countries. Sometimes I’m asked if I like living in Storrington, my answer is always ‘No, I love it!’.

When I retired, I took a position as operations manager of a Trussell Trust foodbank in Hertfordshire for two years. Soon after, my wife and I moved to Storrington and joined StART, the Storrington Area Responder Team, as trustees and now maintain 6 defibrillators around the village.

One of the loves of my life is cricket and in 2021 having served on the Sussex League panel, I joined Storrington Cricket Club as umpire. Most weeks I serve in The Village Hub for an afternoon.

I don’t have all the answers to the issues facing our village, but I do have enthusiasm, open-ness and commitment and look forward to the challenges and opportunities as they present themselves now and in the future. I look forward to working to make a positive difference to all who live and work in our village.

Virginia Hicks

Virginia@Storrington-pc.gov.uk

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I am a Sussex girl originally from Brighton & Hove. After university, I settled in London but always intended to move back. After 38 years away, we finally headed south to Storrington during lockdown in December 2020. My mid-career was in communications, and I held senior roles in GSK, Marks & Spencer, and Unilever. In 2007, I set up my own recruitment business which specialised in placing interim and permanent communication specialists into businesses across the UK. I have recently sold on the business and am semi-retired, serving as the Chairman for my old company a few days a month. My earlier jobs were in international tennis and sports sponsorship which were exciting times with lots of travel followed by a dedicated communications role for the now defunct brands, Radio Rentals and its parent, Thorn. I really love living in Storrington village with surrounding open spaces, friendly people, and a more relaxed pace of life. I am delighted to join the parish council, and I look forward to supporting the counsellors and the community.

Tony Mills

Tony@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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Brian Sadler

Brian@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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Claudia Fisher

Claudia@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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I’m a mother of five grown-up children and a proud granny to my little grandson. Though born in London, my family has lived in this area for over a century. I treasure our beautiful countryside, the South Downs, our friendly village, and the strong sense of community. I still remember shopping with my grandmother in Storrington in 1975 – a very different place then! As soon as I could, I moved here myself.

I began my career as a ceramics painter and later ran several gift shops in London and Brighton, making many of the items we sold. Supporting independent business became a real passion, and I went on to serve as director and later Chair of the Brighton Business Improvement District. With a £5m budget over each five-year cycle, we promoted and supported over 500 central Brighton businesses, organised the Christmas lights, summer hanging baskets and bunting, and managed the Brilliant Brighton Ambassadors.

Life took a difficult turn when my fourth child became seriously ill at five years old. We returned to London for treatment at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) and, after years of intensive care, my child’s life was saved. Deeply grateful, I spent the next decade supporting other families with children in hospital and became Lead Governor of GOSH — a role that was both challenging and inspiring.

In 2023, I was elected as a Horsham District Councillor for Storrington & Washington. I’m passionate about protecting nature and the environment and determined to help reduce the impact of unacceptable traffic levels on Storrington’s residents.

Outside council work, I enjoy walking, tending my veg patch, and making wine and cider. I love spending time with my grandson in the park — and I very much enjoy baking cakes, often decorated with edible flowers!

Alan Manton

alan@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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Theresa Bennett

Theresa@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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I have lived in Sussex since 2002, moving West in 2019. Previously I was an "Ancient Historian" attached to a Roman Museum working in the Planning and Heritage Department of a large District Council for 14 years. All planning applications and conservation work were run by us in the first instance. With a lifelong interest in history, conservation, land management and respecting our heritage, I became involved in all aspects of Council work, including assisting in management of 4 sites, and large parkland, plus commercial and marketing activities for the city, and involving the public in our work. As residents of Storrington we are enjoying the many wonderful walks with our dogs and horse riding.

I have competed in endurance rides across the Downs, which became a leading factor in moving here. Such a wonderful asset on our doorstep. Being a volunteer in the legal sector, I am reminded daily how fortunate we are to live in such a friendly village. Like my fellow Councillors I am concerned about the volume of traffic and movement of HGV's through our village.

As a Parish Councillor, I will apply enthusiasm and commitment to retaining and increasing the many admirable features of Storrington & Sullington and hope to address the somewhat negative aspects.

Andy Castle

Andy@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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Moved to Storrington from the Netherlands at Christmas 1999, continuing to work in the management of Royal Philips Electronics NV until early retirement in 2004. 

Started retirement walking West Sussex and driving public trip boats on Chichester Canal, qualified as a boatmaster, became a director of Chichester Canal Trading and a trustee of the Canal Trust. Organised the development of the Canal website.

Then joined the Storrington Community Partnership working with the Horsham District Council Economic Development team and local businesses to track the economy and monitor village footfall. Provided administrative support to several generations of the Storrington Business Club.

Became treasurer of the Community Partnership, and gradually took over the Storrington Community Website (www.storrington.org.uk), redeveloping it in 2015 and again (with a small team) in 2020, extending the social media capabilities.

Now also treasurer of Storrington In Bloom, a member of the Glebe Surgery Patient Participation Group, and the Horsham District Community Partnership Forum. 

Want to help progress improvement for the local community and environment in a considerate, and respectful way (while having fun!).

Mark Cramer

Chair

Mark@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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My first school was St Joseph's in Storrington and I remained in Sussex until aged 19. For the ensuing 20 years I lived in London working for high-tech manufacturers until my return to Storrington in 2001.  In 2004 I started my own business in auto-ID track and trace technology based in the village.  I employ locally.

I'm looking forward to taking a proactive and transparent approach to community issues and opportunities in my role as a Parish Councillor.

Richard Hurley

Richard.hurley@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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Having previously lived in Horsham for 31 years, after our two children moved into their own homes my wife and I moved to Sullington in 2009. I really enjoy the village life and community atmosphere and when I had the opportunity to join the Parish Council I was very pleased to do so.  I am on the Infrastructure, Communications & Environment Committee and the Recreation and Property Committee and am a Trustee of Sandgate Conservation Society supporting the aspirations of the community for the eventual formation of Sandgate Country Park.

John Loney

John@storrington-pc.gov.uk

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I moved from Brighton to the charming village of Storrington in 2021, with its varied selection of independent shops, great people, and traditional community feel.

I was full of optimism, I would walk around on quiet Sundays and really got a feel of the village - albeit, surprised that more shops weren’t open! What a nice place to live…

As many of us quickly realise, with all our potential, we have a dark cloud hanging over the village, in the form of traffic. A cloud of pollution from the sheer number of vehicles and a cloud of despair from oblivious speeders. It still seems unbelievable how many vehicles manage to speed given the alternate position of stationary traffic – yet it is well documented that 1000’s do daily!!

I decided that I couldn’t continue to complain if I wasn’t prepared to get involved so I attended the next Parish Council meeting to get a sense of what the general feeling was around the issue. It was clear, that making any change was going to be a challenge, but you have to start somewhere. Joining the Parish Council seemed to be my next step, so I put my name forward to join the Council in May 2023 as part of the election process.

Since joining I have become involved in many aspects of the council's activities, and I am committed to working with the community to make positive change.

I am the Chair of the Traffic & Transport committee, but also a member of the following committees:-Infrastructure, Communication and Environment, Planning, Recreation & Property, Finance & Budget, and most recently the Neighbourhood Plan steering group.

If you see me in the village, I would be happy to chat about any area of interest to you.