Mid Sussex District Scouts need a new home for one of their groups. Scouting in Mid Sussex is thriving with long waiting lists but in order to grow the provision we need new premises. The 5th Haywards Heath Scouts will be moving into the new building as soon as it opens. The Bentswood Hub, a CIC who provide a range of essential community services for many people including young people, the elderly, marginalised groups and those living with poverty, also need new premises as they have outgrown their current unit.

With the support of Mid Sussex District Council, who recognise the acute need in the area for community facilities, the two organisations have developed a partnership to enable the new building to come to fruition. See more here

Construction has started

Construction started on 6th March 2025; you can see pictures from our groundbreaking ceremony in the gallery. The project is well-supported by the local community and we had invited guests including our local MP, high sheriff, district and local councillors and the town mayor.

Current funding situation

The total budget for the project is in the region of £850k. Phase one of the building (exterior) is fully funded but we are looking for just over £100,000 to fund phase 2 (interior of the building and fit-out). We are applying for all the grant-funding that we might be eligible for and reaching out to any companies or sponsors that could be interested.

If you are able to contribute to the project, however small an amount, we would be incredibly grateful, every donation gets us closer to our vision of opening this fabulous community centre and Scout hut in an area which so badly needs it. Thank you