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The Society is based in the rural village of Hurst in the Royal County of Berkshire, England. The primary concern of the Society is to protect the physical environment and maintain the rural aspect of the area. It aims also to promote greater use of the village amenities and services and to encourage their expansion.
St Nicholas Church News
Due to the latest Covid restrictions, it is likely that services in January will be online only.
For the latest news visit the Church facebook page.
Dates for your Diary
The 2020 Christmas dinner dance with St Nicholas School PTA has been postponed. The Hall is booked for Saturday 11th December 2021 so you can make a date in your diary! Details to follow.
Hurst Celebrates VE Day
Despite the impact of Covid 19 Hurst celebrated VE Day in style
Click here to see how.
From piano teacher to plasterer, there's probably someone in Hurst with the skill you need. Follow the link below to see the full Skills Register. If you live in the village and want to be included, we charge an annual fee per entry: £20 if you are a member of the Hurst Village Society, £25 if you are a non-member .
Make your voice heard! By joining HVS - we have a strong voice on planning issues in the parish. It costs only £5 per year for a household. And we are not just about planning - we organise social events, improve the village environment and run entertainments and other parish activities.
Magazine & Newsletter
The Society publishes a magazine "The Hurst Villager" twice a year, which is delivered free to all households in the village.
We also email newsletters (generally monthly) to everyone who has signed up. If you are interested in receiving the newsletter please let us know.
You can also view historic emails sent
Latest News - Government reverses plans to build 1,635 houses/year in Hurst. Target now back to 789 houses/year.
Society Aims - The Society endeavours to review all Planning Applications submitted for Hurst and those in neighbouring Parishes which are likely to have an impact on Hurst. The Society makes its views known to the Planning Authority if it is of the view that an Application may have a detrimental effect upon the village.
Local Takeaway Options During Lockdown
The Castle Inn, The Elephant & Castle, The Jolly Farmer and Flame BBQ are all doing takeaway options at the moment in Hurst.
