Offington Park​
Residents Association
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Brooklands Park Masterplan
A £2 million masterplan for the complete revival of Worthing's Brooklands Park was announced at a public meeting in October 18.
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Following the extensive work on remodelling the lake, the plan is to transform the park in to a Science Adventure Park with the emphasis on learning through fun, play and exploration.
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New cafes, improved walkways, fitness trails, picnic areas and adventure play areas are just some of the features.
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Sadly it will mean the end of the train - to encourage more nature, the pitch and putt and the go-carts, which will hopefully move to another site.
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You'll be able to join the consultation.
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Read the press release
Read the Brooklands Masterplan
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Worthing Regeneration
Daniel Humphreys, Leader of the Council,Worthing Borough Council has kindly written to us about the regeneration of Worthing - remember you read it here!
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PREVIOUS EVENTS
Fun in the sun Summer 2017
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On a lovely afternoon in a summer full of rain - our 2017 Garden Party, hosted wonderfully by Martyn and Kate, was a huge success.
Teas, coffees and lots of amazing cake was enjoyed by many residents - thank you all for coming along.
Graveyard Tour
29 October 2016
Members enjoyed warm weather for a Halloween weekend tour of Broadwater and Worthing cemetery. Debra, one of of members, led a fascinating tour of some of the interesting graves and told rich and fascinating stories of residents of bygone years. Friends of Broadwater and Worthing Cemetery are always looking for volunteers to help.
A27 Public meeting
28 October 2016 Pier Pavillion
Between 800-900 people packed Worthing Pier Pavillion for a Public Meeting on the A27. It was great to see so many members there representing OPRA.
The committee was comprised of our MPs, Highways England and guest speakers.
I will link to updates and news once they become available, here's what I can find so far:
Video of the event
A write up (if you scroll down to 28 October) on the Worthing Journal Facebook page
Barn dance and disco
Held in June 2014
Taking advantage of the flower show marquee on Broadwater Green, a fabulous night of dancing and games was attended by over 60 members and friends.
Cheese and wine parties
Held at Christmas in 2013 and 2014
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Our first event was a cheese and wine party at Hill Barn Gold Course in 2013.
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The following year we went bigger and better at Thomas A Beckett public house.
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Quizzes
Held on various dates
We've held several quizzes, but the Christmas quiz remains the favourite with over 50 joining the festivities.
Upcoming Events
Thur 22 November​
7pm Exhibition Hall Worthing College.
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“The Offington Story in words and Pictures”
Please join us for an illustrated presentation by Rob Ferguson based on his book ‘Placed for a Purpose'
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Free - but please use 'contact us' to let us know you'll be joining us.
Other events
If you're interested in organising an event or have an idea - please use the contact us form and let us know
Interest Groups
We'd like to organise some interest groups so that like minded people can meet up and talk about their passion - whether it's gardening cars, films or the Bake Off. If you have an idea please contact us.
Activity Groups
Getting active is great - so if you're interested in setting up or supporting things like walking groups, knit and natter or even just want a game of chess - then contact us.
Learning groups
You're never too old or young to learn. We'd love to encourage learning in Offington Park (I've just learnt to build a website). If you have the skills to teach other residents or want to learn something new - then please contact us and we'll see if we can make the connections.