4th February 2020 – Seahaven FM News

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Marking ‘National Nest Box Week’

On 4th February 20207th February 2020 By peterlongden

Youngsters, and the young at heart, are invited to decorate a bird box at a Newhaven garden centre during half term. The unusual event is hosted by family-run Paradise Park in National Nest Box Week and offers the chance to customise a home to entice birds into the garden. Guided […]

Students say ‘iCan’ with help of careers event

On 4th February 20204th February 2020 By peterlongden

A Careers event for students who may struggle to access mainstream events attracted more than 400 visitors. East Sussex Careers Hub brought business education and training representatives to Eastbourne’s Kings Centre for the fourth annual event.Students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social Emotional and Mental Health issues, or […]

Put down the tech and enjoy the great outdoors –

On 4th February 20204th February 2020 By peterlongden

Spring Live! returns to the South of England Showground The South of England Agricultural Society is delighted to announce that Spring Live! is returning in 2020 and will take place on Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd May. A quintessentially English country fair with a difference, Spring Live! celebrates the arrival of spring and is a chance for everyone to get […]

86% of parents say UK spelling is getting worse

On 4th February 20204th February 2020 By peterlongden

When it comes to spelling are you bewildered by biscuits, stumped by separate, and thrown by twelfth? Well, you’re not alone. About 81% of UK adults believe the nation’s ability to spell everyday words in the English language is deteriorating, with this figure rising to as high as 86% when […]

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