A fifth of the van community is going to spend over 40 hours working away from loved ones this Christmas period, with 40% saying this is because the amount of work increases. About 36% feel that technology is crucial to ensuring they can deliver on time, while 54% of van […]
Nine Lessons and Carols
A traditional service of lessons and carols. St. Leonard’s Church 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm on Sunday December 22nd 2019. A Festive event which will be well attended
Peter Pan Panto
Peter Pan starts on Saturday 21st December at the Royal Hippodrome Theatre in Eastbourne. On until Wednesday 1st January 2020 tickets are priced from £ 8.00 – £ 57.00 From the PRODUCERS of THE WIZARD OF OZ, ALICE IN WONDERLAND, RAPUNZEL, SECRET SANTA and SNOW WHITE comes a BRAND NEW […]
Childline prepares to support children during their darkest hours at Christmas
Childline volunteers in the South East expecting to deliver hundreds of counselling sessions to children and young people over the festive period Actor and Ambassador for Childline Natalie Dormer joined a night shift NSPCC ‘Light For Every Childhood’ Christmas Appeal shines a light on children needing help in December Childline […]
Are your tickets the real deal?
With EURO2020 tickets available via public ballot until 18 December 2019, there is a warning for football fans to be wary of people selling fake or non-existent tickets via online marketplaces. Buy from the official UEFAEURO website to avoid losing out here. Buying concert tickets for Christmas? If you’re […]
New site for free counter terrorism awareness training
An award-winning counter terrorism training course is being made available to the public across the country for the first time and Sussex Police want you to sign up and help protect the UK. Devised by Counter-Terrorist officers and security experts, the ACT Awareness eLearning package was previously only available to […]
Raising Money for water refill
A few more details about this important project being run by the Young Mayor of Seaford
Seaford Young Mayor’s Christmas Magic Success!
The Young Mayor of Seaford; James Jenkins was delighted to be involved in this years wonderful Christmas Magic event held on Saturday 7th December. James and the Deputy Young Mayor; Chanel Pritchard had a stall in the High Street. The stall was a great success and visitors thoroughly enjoyed the tombola […]
Sussex Police launches new Tactical Enforcement Unit with its first operation taking place in Seaford
A new proactive police unit which will help make Sussex a “hostile environment” for dangerous and persistent criminals targeting the county has already made its first arrest on its first day. The Tactical Enforcement Unit will be dedicated to capturing some of Sussex’s most wanted and prolific offenders, including those […]
Community competition for climate change resilience
Community groups in Sussex can apply for a £500 grant to help create climate change resilience in their local community thanks to David Saddington and other speakers at the January 2020 Landscape Innovation Conference, organised by Sussex Wildlife Trust and the University of Sussex. Fran Southgate, Living Landscapes Advisor at […]
Quiz Night in Peacehaven
More happening at Peacehaven. This time a quiz night on Friday 31st January 2019. Another popular and well attended event so get your team together and book your place.
African Night in Peacehaven
An exciting evening in store on Friday 22nd February when the long awaited African food night happens. It’s going to be a popular one so get your tickets early. All the info is on the flyer.
Break into cars and vans in our area
Some good news; Lewes Police teams have arrested 5 people in relation to the recent reports of break into cars and vans in the Nevill, Ringmer and Barcombe areas. Property has also been recovered by response officers patrolling the areas. Whilst investigations continue, please report any suspicious activity around vehicles, if it […]
Subject: Kissing under the Mistletoe
Do you still embrace the custom of kissing under the Mistletoe at Christmas time? Mistletoe is one of Britain’s best-known plants but it’s becoming increasingly rare. As well as being steeped in tradition and folklore, Mistletoe provides an important winter food source for birds like the Mistle Thrush. Mistletoe is […]
Environment and knife crime priorities for new Youth Cabinet
THE latest crop of young people elected to represent their peers have taken their seats. As Britain headed to the polls in the General Election, new members of the East Sussex Youth Cabinet were setting out their stall for their two-year term of office. They will be campaigning to protect […]
ACADEMY SPONSOR PULLS OUT
Everyone associated with Moulsecoomb Primary School is celebrating today following the decision of the New Horizons Academy Trust to withdraw from sponsorship. Parents, carers, staff, councillors and MPs have campaigned vigorously to keep the school as part of the Brighton and Hove family of schools and allow its journey of […]
Thefts from Cars and Break Into Vans In Our Area
Sussex Police wish to notify us of thefts and break ins to cars and vans in this area. Residents of Nevill, Ringmer and Barcombe have been made aware of overnight break in to insecure cars on the Nevill Estate, and break in to vans in Ringmer and Barcombe where thieves […]
Havens Community Car Scheme Set To Launch In The New Year
Volunteer car driver schemes enable registered passengers to get about with ease, convenience and peace of mind – allowing them to retain independence whilst reducing social isolation. The schemes are designed for people who find it difficult to use public transport and only a handful exist in East Sussex, with […]
Update on Significant Planned Road Works on the M23
The following works are scheduled on the M23, subject to weather conditions. Attached below is a map which may help you to pinpoint the location of these works. Sunday 15 December 9:00pm to 5:00am Full closure of the slip road at J10. Diversion J10 exit and back on at J10 […]
Keep your money safe Sussex Police Fraud Newsletter December 2019
Sussex Police have asked us to pass on the information in their newsletter so here it is for information. Don’t be tricked at this busy time of year. “Each month we see many incidents of fraudsters targeting our residents in an attempt to defraud them. We’re working hard to prevent […]
Official school closure notification: Friday 13 December
This is an official school closure notification School: Robertsbridge Community College Closed: Friday 13 December 2019 Reason: Emergency closure – other More information: After experiencing unprecedented high levels of student absence throughout College over the last two days and after consultation with Public Health England and Health Protection Specialists for […]
Peacehaven Christmas Market
Peacehaven are holding their Christmas Market on Saturday 14th December 2019. All the information is on the flyer and should be quite lively.
Seaford Mayor’s Carol Service 2019
On Tuesday 10th December the Mayor of Seaford, Cllr Nazish Adil, hosted the Mayor’s Annual Carol Service. This year it was held in St Leonard’s Church in Seaford and was a ‘Celebration of Young People’. The Service was led by the Mayor’s Chaplain, Rev’d Arwen Folkes. The Archway Youth Choir and […]
Concessions available on Seaford Promenade for Tender
Seaford Town Council has two available concession kiosks along Seaford’s unspoilt four-mile stretch of promenade for tender to start the season in April 2020. The two concession sites which are available for tender, are the West View kiosk and the Martello Tower kiosk along Seaford’s promenade, popular with many […]
The Salts Café Concessioner
Seaford Town Council invite tender applications for the Salts Café Concession situated in the Salts Recreation Ground, Seaford. The concession will be available for a term of 36 months commencing on 1 April 2020. The Salts Café is within The Salts Recreation Ground which is conveniently located just off the […]
Help us reduce the great Xmas food throwaway
PEOPLE in East Sussex are being urged to play their part in reducing food waste this Christmas – and save themselves a few quid while they’re at it. Across the county, food accounts for more than a third of waste in black bags, with bins bulging even more during the […]
Lewes Late Night Shopping 2019
Traffic was banished from Lewes High Street last Thursday for the annual Late Night Shopping Event. Hundreds of local people and visitors to the town took advantage of the unique variety of independent shops while being entertained by choirs, bands and musical groups. A childrens’ lit-up ‘Fireflies’ costume competition supported […]
Free Parking in Seaford – Shop, Eat & Drink Local this Christmas!
Seaford Town Council has successfully managed to secure free parking at Lewes District Council car parks in Seaford on Saturday 7th, 14th & 21st December 2019. The car parks included are Saxon Lane, Sutton Road and West Street. Seaford Town Council is proud to encourage ‘Shop, eat and drink local this December […]
Tips For a Pawfect Christmas With Your Pet
New research from national pet charity Blue Cross reveals almost a quarter (24%) of pet owners and their pet listen to a favourite Christmas song together, with Wham’s Last Christmas, All I Want for Christmas Is You and Rocking Around the Christmas Tree topping the charts. But, as fun as […]
Older People’s Friendship Club – Christmas Closure Averted
A fun, informal coffee morning for the over 55’s, held at St David’s Court in Peacehaven, has been saved by another local organisation, created to prevent the closure of charities and groups, wherever possible. The Havens Community Hub will be taking over the running of the Havens Happy Club from […]
Two-week overnight road closure on A259
MOTORISTS are being warned to expect delays as a major coastal route between Seaford and Eastbourne closes overnight for two weeks. The A259 will be closed to through traffic from 8pm to 5am every weekday night from Sutton Avenue, Seaford, to Gilberts Drive, East Dean, for two weeks from Monday, […]
NEWHAVEN – hospice help by Chailey lad
Young lad Daniel MacDiarmid (known as Shrimpy) is pulling out all the stops to help those less fortunate than himself. Known as Shrimpy, he undertakes a range of challenges to raise money to buy Christmas presents for the very sick children in the Chestnut tree house hospice, and is being […]
Sussex – Pcda Launch
Sussex Police launched new Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship with first student officers. Wednesday 04 December saw 24 new student officers welcomed into Sussex Police at the final attestation of 2019. These individuals are the first cohort to join the organisation on the new Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA); one of […]
Christmas Secret Stones Treasure Trail 6th – 14th December 2019
An exciting new addition to Seaford’s Christmas Magic this year is the ‘Christmas Secret Stones Treasure Trail’. Seaford Town Council and Secret Stones have worked together to create a treasure trail amongst the independent shops in Seaford Town Centre that will kindle the Christmassy spirit in young and old alike! […]
South of England Agricultural Society celebrates a year with Jamie’s Farm
The South of England Agricultural Society is celebrating a very successful year supporting Sussex-based charity, Jamie’s Farm. The Society helped launch Jamie’s Farm newest location in Lewes which opened in spring this year. The Lewes site became the first rural site in the South East, and was open to […]
Update on Significant Planned Road Works on the M23
The following works are scheduled on the M23, subject to weather conditions. Attached below is a map which may help you to pinpoint the location of these works. Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 December between 21:00pm to 5.00am Full closure of J10 exit slip Southbound. Diversion to J10a and back. […]
TRADITIONS: WHY DO WE SERVE UP TURKEY AND MINCE PIES FOR CHRISTMAS?
The way we celebrate Christmas has undergone many transformations from generation to generation, from a rambunctious medieval feast to a sumptuous sugar banquet under Queen Elizabeth I and finally emerging as the Christmas we know today in the Victorian era. It was during this historical period that the UK had […]
Lewes District Police Weekly News and Alerts
Knifepoint Robbery Peacehaven Detectives investigating a knifepoint robbery at Ashington Stores in Ashington Gardens, Peacehaven, are appealing for any witnesses or people with information to come forward. The incident happened at 7pm on Monday 25 November when a man wearing a black padded jacket with the hood drawn up and […]
What Connections Will You Make This Christmas
The Poice have issued some tips to keep us safe. Christmas is all about connecting, whether it’s spending quality time with friends and family… or simply taking time out to re-connect with yourself. But in many ways, it’s about connecting online too. Keeping in touch, downloading a movie, buying […]
New Borehole for Seaford Head Golf Course
Seaford Town Council has commissioned Sussex Boreholes to install a borehole at Seaford Head Golf Course with the immediate aim of becoming self-sufficient when watering Seaford Head Golf Course. A 45-meter hole is currently being drilled which should allow the Council to feed into the irrigation system and could also […]
East Sussex company recognised at glittering awards ceremony in London
– East Sussex based Civil engineers, HOP Consulting, has scooped the title Design Consortium Legacy Award at a glittering awards ceremony in London. HOP Consulting was one of two companies shortlisted for the prestigious accolade at Willmott Dixon’s annual awards, which recognises its industry partners. The event entitled ‘Powered By […]
Lorry driver jailed after failing roadside breath test at Newhaven Ferry Port
A lorry driver has been jailed after being found almost three times the drink-drive limit at Newhaven Ferry Port. Ion Cladoveanu was committed to prison for 12 weeks and disqualified from driving for three years due to the seriousness of the offence. Around 8.45am on Saturday 23 November, he drove […]
First opposite sex civil partnerships to take place on New Year’s Eve
REGISTRARS will be available from midnight on New Year’s Eve for couples wanting to be among the first in the country to enter into an opposite sex civil partnership. Following a change in the law, opposite sex couples can give the required 28 days’ notice from December 2, and will […]