SEPTEMBER 2026 · PROJECT UPDATE
Building the foundations for delivery
Our latest update on concept design, governance, stakeholder discussions, funding and the next steps towards making WGAT happen.
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Whitemans Green Active Track · Cuckfield
A welcoming, accessible, all-weather community track where people can walk, run, wheel, train and get active throughout the year.
Explore the project →A Track for Everyone
Whitemans Green Active Track is an ambitious community project to create an accessible, all-weather track around Whitemans Green in Cuckfield.
Led by Haywards Heath Harriers, WGAT is being developed as a facility for the whole community — not simply for club athletes.
A place to walk. A place to run. A place to wheel. A place to train. And, importantly, a place where people who are not currently active can feel comfortable getting started.
Why It Matters
WGAT is about more than running. It is about creating a welcoming local place where people can become more active at their own pace.
of adults achieve the recommended 150 minutes of activity a week — leaving more than a third below that level.
of 5–16 year-olds achieve an average 60 minutes of activity a day.
Even relatively small increases in physical activity can benefit health.
Not just for club runners. Not just for athletes. For beginners, families, walkers, wheelchair users, older residents, young people, winter runners and friends who simply want to exercise together.
The Track
The proposal is for an approximately 1km, two-lane synthetic track following the perimeter of Whitemans Green recreation ground.
Designed for year-round community use, it would provide a consistent, accessible surface while retaining Whitemans Green’s existing role as an important home for sport and recreation.
A morning walk. A child’s first run. A wheelchair workout. A club training session. A Couch-to-5K group. An older resident staying active. A runner avoiding dark winter roads.
Explore the track →Look How Far We’ve Come
Since the beginning of 2026, work has continued on the track concept, governance, stakeholder engagement and the funding strategy needed to turn the proposal into reality.
We’re building the foundations for delivery.
The project has progressed its concept design and continued discussions with key stakeholders. An application for a charitable structure has been submitted, while work continues on funding, partnerships, community engagement and the steps required to take the scheme through planning and towards construction.
We’re Not Doing This Alone
WGAT is developing through conversations with local authorities, sporting bodies, clubs, community organisations and residents. Formal supporter and partner logos will be added only where permission and status are confirmed.
“I’m on board with WGAT.”
Roger Black MBE
Olympic, World, European and Commonwealth medallist
Latest News
SEPTEMBER 2026 · PROJECT UPDATE
Our latest update on concept design, governance, stakeholder discussions, funding and the next steps towards making WGAT happen.
Read the latest update →PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
Read about the initial design work and route towards planning and delivery.
Read more →SUPPORT
How individuals, businesses, clubs and funders can help turn the track into reality.
Read more →Join WGAT
WGAT is a community project. Keep up with important developments, consultation, fundraising and opportunities to become involved.