Findon Parish Council has an allocation of 11 Councillors to actively working to serve the Village and preserve the unique and historic lifestyle that this charming downland village offers. They work with strong links to Arun District Council, West Sussex County Council and the South Downs National Park Authority, and each member plays an important role on the various committees they sit on.
Members of the Parish Council:
Cllr John Wilson - biog to follow
Cllr Chris Gilbert
Chris is a Chartered Surveyor who has spent most of his working life in Sussex, primarily as a property developer. Now semi-retired he is interested to utilise his skills and experience in Findon, where he has lived since 1994. He is particularly interested to see the village evolve in a way that offers opportunity for the younger generations, particularly with regard to affordable housing.
Cllr Sean Hellett
Cllr Mark Robinson
Cllr Sean Smith Chairman
Dr Sean Smith has been a resident of Findon for over 17 years and married with a teenage daughter. Sean is interested in managing change whilst maintaining village characteristics and is also keen to listen to the voice of all village residents regarding change.
Sean works as a senior executive in the Life Science industry.
Cllr David Peskett
Relatively new to the area, having bought a business in the Village in June 2022. My partner and I have been welcomed into Village life and are passionate in helping maintaining the local surroundings and contributing to the local community.
Cllr Paula Whitby
Cllr Lisa Kenna
Cllr Kelly Dean
"I’ve lived in Worthing since childhood and have spent the last 11 years in Findon Village with my family, enjoying the beautiful countryside and ancient landscapes during long walks with my dog.
With a successful background in project management and running my own business, I’m passionate about health, wellbeing, and community. As a parish councillor, I hope to bring my skills to help support local residents, protecting our environment, and improving village life.
Always approachable and eager to discuss local matters, I’m dedicated to making our village a better place for everyone."
Cllr Stephen Toughey
Parish Clerk: Miss Fiona MacLeod
Parish Councillors should be contacted through the Clerk
Clerk: Miss Fiona MacLeod
Parish Office:
34 Normandy Lane
East Preston
West Sussex
BN16 1LY
Tel: 01903 877225
Email: clerk@findonparishcouncil.gov.uk
Normal office hours 2.30 to 5pm Monday to Friday
Details of the Declarations of Interest made by all Councillors can be found by following the link to the ADC web site.