The Eastbourne bin strike is set to spread across Sussex as GMB Union launched a consultative ballot for drivers in Adur and Worthing, GMB Union has confirmed. After the third day of industrial action which took place yesterday (10th January) in Eastbourne, it was announced that further strike dates are to go […]
Eastbourne’s Summer Sundae
Eastbourne’s Summer Sundae is serving up perfect music mixes with their FREE open air events from midday – 5pm every Sunday throughout July! Each Summer Sundae event will see a live DJ set at the Plaza, outside of Towner Eastbourne and the Congress Theatre, playing a perfect music mix with new DJs and sounds […]
Were you there…?
Seahaven FM had a great day in Eastbourne Beacon Centre on Saturday 3rd July. We had loads of freebies to give away, pens, hats and orange bugs and even raffled a Roberts Radio. Our picture show the Centre Manager Bill Plumridge drawing the lucky ticket, number 84. Also in the […]
Hey! We’re live at Eastbourne to-day…..
YES… Seahaven FM is at the Beacon Centre- or if you are old enough, the Arndale Centre right there in the town centre of Eastbourne. Running from 10 am until 4.00pm. Come and meet the Presenters, have a go at reading the weather- you may even be broadcast live. We […]
Mayor puts on walking shoes for first charity event
The new Mayor of Eastbourne is encouraging people to put their best foot forward in aid of his three chosen charities. Councillor Pat Rodohan’s first fundraising event in office will be the Mayor’s Charity Seafront Walk on Sunday, July 18, from 2pm when he will stride out from Fisherman’s Green […]
Eastbourne and District Armed Forces Day
Saturday June 26th 2021 Five Acre Field, Eastbourne 10am – 5pmA free Community event to celebrate and honour our Armed Forces. Serving Veteran and Cadets parade with the Lord Lieutenant taking the salute. Including Association standards, Arena displays by the local Cadet units and a Military themed Dog Show. Stalls […]
Mayor praises workers who keep Eastbourne tidy
The Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Eastbourne have thanked waste and street cleansing teams for helping to keep the town clean during the pandemic. Councillors Pat Rodohan and Helen Burton praised hard working staff during a guided tour of the Environment First depot in Courtlands Road last week. The Mayor […]
Safety works planned for old landfill site
A WEEK of safety work along Cross Levels Way in Eastbourne is due to start on Monday, June 28. The scheme is taking place to improve safety at the old permitted landfill site through which the road was built, and includes installing vents and chambers to allow low level residual […]
Sea cadets set sail with help from councillors
Sovereign ward councillors have donated £250 to youth charity Eastbourne Sea Cadet Corps towards replacing dinghy sails for use in training sessions. They approved the application made through Eastbourne Borough Council’s Devolved Budget. Elsewhere in Meads, ward councillors recently awarded £1,000 through the scheme to Seven Sisters Camera Club – sevensisterscameraclub.co.uk […]
Commemorative artwork to thank Eastbourne key workers
Eastbourne businesses are being invited to contribute towards a piece of artwork to thank and remember those who have worked tirelessly for the town during the Covid pandemic. The proposed location for the commemorative piece of art is a cherry tree grove in Elm Grove Field near St Wilfrid’s Hospice. […]
Flytippers fined £200 each for “eyesore” rubbish pile
Two people have been fined £200 each for flytipping a pile of black bags filled with waste and other unwanted items at Eastbourne United Football Club car park. Aaron Bradley and Natalie Oglesby, both of Melbourne Road, Eastbourne, are believed to have illegally dumped the mounds of rubbish there on […]
Eastbourne Carbon Neutral 2030 Bulletin June 2021
Since 1974, World Environment Day has been celebrated every year on 5 June, engaging governments, businesses and citizens in an effort to address pressing environmental issues. This year World Environment Day 2021 saw the UN launch their Decade On Restoration. https://www.decadeonrestoration.org/Ecosystems support all life on Earth. The healthier our ecosystems are, the […]
Summer is in Eastbourne now…..
And here is what the Visit EastSummer has arrived and long walks in the South Downs National Park on sunny days, ice creams enjoyed on the seafront and days filled with family fun at events are calling our name! If you are busy planning your visit to Eastbourne this summer, our Itinerary Planner is for […]
Former Mayor donates over £15,500 to charity despite Covid block on fundraising events
The former Mayor of Eastbourne raised £15,500 for jobseekers’ charity People Matter during his two terms in office despite Covid-19 preventing fundraising events being held in the second year. Councillor Steve Wallis, who handed over to new Mayor Pat Rodohan last week, presented his chosen charity with a cheque at […]
From Mayor to Mentor
Outgoing Eastbourne Mayor Steve Wallis was so moved by a charity’s work during one of his first visits in office that he has trained as mentor for the local group. He attended an event held by The Band of Brothers in June 2019 soon after becoming Mayor, and was immediately […]
Councillors and volunteers help keep Eastbourne tidy
Litter-pickers were out in force in Eastbourne as part of Keep Britain Tidy’s national Great British Spring Clean campaign. Councillor David Tutt, Leader of Eastbourne Borough Council, organised the events and the council’s Neighbourhood First team provided the litter-picking equipment while Environment First disposed of the waste. More than eight […]
New government programme to help businesses grow
The government’s new Help to Grow: Management programme offers the chance to take your business to the next level. Join other senior business leaders in a practical management training programme, with 1-1 mentorship, delivered across the UK by leading business schools accredited by the Small Business Charter. The 12-week programme […]
Eastbourne makers meet up
The first meet up for Eastbourne based makers and artists listed on The Makers Directory is taking place on Tuesday 1 June, 11am-12pm at the Port Hotel in Eastbourne. The Makers Directory is a new website providing a one-stop searchable directory of makers in this artistic part of Sussex. Their mission […]
Not forgetting Eastbourne
Also at the newly re-furbished Winter Garden, the same scene. Thousands of votes being counted – we await the results!
The seafront market returns to Eastbourne for the Bank Holiday weekend.
Take a stroll along Eastbourne’s seafront in the next few days and there to meet you is the ever popular seafront market with an array of tempting stalls – go hungry as you will be tempted by the variety of foods from all around the world.=, from Mexican, Indian German […]
Here comes the sun..
The past couple of weeks have seen Eastbourne live up to it’s title of ‘the sunniest place in the UK’ and with the blue skies and rising temperatures, Eastbourne can’t wait for our exciting upcoming outdoor events! Visitors and residents can look forward to a spring and summer full of fun from the enchanting Bluebell […]
Access Group Open Day
On Wednesday 30 June 2021 the Eastbourne Access Group will be holding an open day at the Beacon Centre from 10am to 4pm. The group is inviting all residents, businesses and other organisations to stop by and hear about the launch of their Disability Charter, pick up a copy of the Eastbourne […]
Treebourne call out for volunteers to ‘save the trees’!
Treebourne are calling on all tree-lovers in Eastbourne to volunteer for sessions to help safeguard the future of the 10,500 trees planted at Sevenoaks Rec. After a very dry start to spring, Treebourne are appealing for as many volunteers as possible to help them distribute mulch, straightening trees that have […]
Free Entry Tickets Available Now for May Motoring Spectacular
As featured on the Reg Dove Sunday morning show, the biggest free motoring event on the South Coast returns to the Western Lawns from 22 – 23 May and registration for free entry tickets is available now! Showcasing over a century of motoring, classic car enthusiasts can soak up the […]
From 12 April refuse collections are changing in Eastbourne
From Monday 12 April refuse (black bin) collections in Eastbourne will change from weekly to fortnightly. Recycling collections will stay fortnightly. The days of the week you put your bins out will stay the same, just change to one week refuse, one week recycling. Collections from many properties with shared […]
Statement from Lewes District Council and Eastbourne Borough Council
The councillors and officers of Lewes District Council and Eastbourne Borough Council are deeply saddened at the news of the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time. Details of an online book of condolence are expected […]
Are You Preparing to Reopen Your Business?
Whether you are reopening following lockdown, opening a new business or simply diversifying what you offer, then this free scheme offers friendly advice to help you understand what you need to do to meet your legal obligations when reopening. From fire safety and signposting allergens in your menu to hosting an outdoor event, a series of handy […]
Free business start-up programmes
Eastbourne residents with a business idea or who have opened a new business, have an opportunity to apply for the Lewes district’s biggest business start-up programme.Applicants on the LEAP business start-up programme have access to a package of tailored support to help them create strong foundations for a successful business. […]
Volunteers wanted for Treebourne planting sessions this long weekend
Treebourne are delighted to be restarting their volunteer planting sessions this coming weekend!Sessions will be taking place from Friday 2 April to Monday 5 April 2021 at Tugwell Park and everyone is invited to get involved!Treebourne are aiming to complete the planting scheme for the park over the bank holiday […]
Enjoy The Great Outdoors This Spring!
Here is an invitation from the Visit Eastbourne team, and with the restrictions on foreign travel, why not enjoy what we have locally? :- “We can’t wait to welcome back our wonderful visitors when restrictions allow! Did you know? You can plan your next break in Eastbourne with confidence using our COVID-Ready Quality Scheme! Developed to ensure […]
Councillor welcomes ”sophisticated modular” new homes
A development of properties in Eastbourne town centre marks the first council homes ever to be constructed using modular technology. The complex of 12 affordable flats is being built off-site in Newhaven by a specialist modular building company and then craned into place in Langney Road. Councillor Alan Shuttleworth, Cabinet […]
Councillors fund project to boost mental health
St Anthony’s ward councillors are supporting low-cost counselling for local people on restricted incomes and a pilot support group for young people to improve mental health. They approved £3,000 towards the project – which is being delivered by not-for-profit company, The Old Bank Wellbeing Trust – through the council’s Devolved […]
Extra help for Eastbourne businesses to cover Covid-19 losses
Eastbourne Borough Council has earmarked funding to provide extra support for local businesses as the economic effects of Covid-19 continue to bite. Councillor David Tutt (pictured), Leader of the Council, said: “As long as infection rates continue to fall, we are very much looking forward to the lifting of restrictions […]
Today’s top tips
Ever need to recycle unopened glass, plastic or metal food packaging? Remember to open and empty the contents before recycling. As with all food packaging, please wash and squash before popping in your recycling bin! Have you tried our Report It app? It’s the quickest way to report environmental issues when you’re out and […]
Voters urged to register in time to have their say in May
People in Eastbourne will go to the polls on May 6 in elections for East Sussex County Council and the Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner. There will also be a Hampden Park by-election for Eastbourne Borough Council. Voters have a range of options for casting their ballot – in person, […]
Council favours pesticide-free methods of weed control
Eastbourne Borough Council is maintaining its pesticide-free approach wherever possible to controlling weeds across the town this spring. Over the last year, the council has not used any chemical weed killers, including glyphosate, in any of its parks, open spaces or children’s play areas. This follows the adoption of a […]
Eastbourne postpones it’s popular carnival
The Eastbourne Carnival is normally held on the last Saturday in May to coincide with the Bank Holiday weekend. But like most events, this date is not suitable due to Covid restrictions so the organisers are hoping to re-schedule the event for September. Hopefully by then large organised public events […]
Back to School Safely with Stagecoach
Not forgetting all those who use the Stagecoast bus, here is the news regarding their services:- “As schools start to re-open we are doing all we can to help pupils get there safely, including making plans to get more services back on the road to get you where you need […]
Fishing for the environment
The first of four recycling bins for old or discarded fishing line and fishing net have been installed on Eastbourne Seafront! The materials collected will be recorded and sent to the UK based recycling company ReWorked to be processed into a plastic board that has many uses. Our heartfelt thanks to Plastic […]
Access to free expert advice to start and run a new business in Eastbourne
If you have a business idea or have started a business, join Edeal for their free online business start-up workshop. Running in two parts on Monday 15 March and Tuesday 16 March from 10am-1pm, it will give you the skills and knowledge to run a successful business.For more information and […]
Win a £200 Voucher!
Eastbourne wants to hear from you! Take part in the East Sussex Tourism Survey for your chance to win a £200 voucher to be redeemed in Eastbourne valid on selected accommodation providers, restaurants and more, courtesy of the Eastbourne Hospitality Association. Full terms and conditions can be found here.
Stunning Sunsets
Sussex was recently named as one of the ’25 Most Beautiful Places in the World to Watch the Sunset’, with our stunning coastline between Beachy Head and Seaford as the top place in Sussex to marvel at the views while soaking up the last moments of the day’s sun.
Motoring Festival to Make Magnificent Return in Late May
Classic cars and vintage vehicles are gearing up to make a roaring return to Magnificent Motors on Eastbourne’s seafront lawns from 22 – 23 May. The annual free motoring festival has moved its dates to late May, to enable visitors to stay overnight in the town’s hotel accommodation, once the […]
Councillors help park-goers identify pond’s islands
The three islands in Hampden Park’s pond are receiving name plaques thanks to funding from councillors. A competition to name the islands at Decoy Pond ran some years ago and the winning suggestions were Reed Retreat for the smallest, Drakes Den for the northern island and Herons Haven for the […]
Consultation launched over taxi licensing guidance in Eastbourne
People are invited to have their say about how taxi and private hire drivers are licensed across Eastbourne. Eastbourne Borough Council, which is the licensing authority for all Hackney Carriage and Private Hire applicants in the town, launched the eight-week consultation on Monday, February 1 The council has reviewed its […]
Eastbourne councillors approve council tax rise of just under 10p a week
Councillors at Eastbourne Borough Council have agreed a rise in council tax of just under 10p a week, despite Covid-19 leaving the council with a “significant shortfall” in funding. This 2% rise will enable the council to continue delivering essential services to residents and support businesses through the challenges posed […]
Eastbourne cabinet approves alternate weekly collections
Cabinet councillors at Eastbourne Borough Council have agreed to move to alternate weekly collections of refuse and recycling from April 2021 to boost recycling and reduce carbon emissions. The government recycling target for local authorities in 2020 is 50%, the current rate in Eastbourne is 35%, but evidence shows that […]
Festive runners give Mayor’s charity a late Christmas present
Santa-style runners have raised £195 for the Mayor of Eastbourne’s charity of the year which supports jobseekers.The Eastbourne Santa Fun Run saw people of all ages in Santa outfits run any distance they chose, along any route and at any time on 20 December 2020, while adhering to the social […]
Seeing red trying to go green
An Eastbourne private hire operator is bemused that his efforts to go green have been blocked by red tape which has stopped his livelihood. Dean O’Hara, from Sovereign Harbour, decided to replace his ageing petrol cab with an environmentally-friendly electric vehicle. But that was just the start of his problems […]