About Us
History: Hailsham Gospel mission (HGM) has been part of the Countess of Huntingdon's Connexion for some 40 years. Prior to becoming part of the Connexion, records indicate that, in the 1800's, the the building at 15 Station Road was a private dwelling. In the 1891 Census it was listed as a 'coffee tavern' - very conveniently located across the road from Hailsham station. Hailsham was on the Polegate to Eridge line, known locally as the 'Cuckoo Line' after the old Sussex tradition of releasing the first cuckoo of spring at Heathfield Fair. The cafe was very popular in the '60s with the biker crowd, often gathering there at the weekend.
Following the Beeching cuts, the railway line was axed in 1968 and the station demolished. It is now a car park - again, very convenient for folk visiting HGM.
The former trackbed north and south of the station is now part of the Cuckoo Trail, a well‑used walking and cycling route.
When HGM became part of The Connexion network. It was a small active church with a Brass Band and boys Brigade work, however over time the HGM congregation became smaller, and older…
To be continued...
On the right are links to our Leadership team, an Introduction to HGM's Five Pillars and our Constitution.