School: Peacehaven Community SchoolUnique school code: 4000Partly closed: Friday 18 December 2020Reason: COVID-19 local arrangementsMore information: School remains open for years 7,8 and 11. Years 9 and 10 should not attend school but complete their learning online. For any queries regarding this notification, please contact CS Customer Relations: Email – cs.customerrelations@eastsussex.gov.uk […]
Havens Social Enterprise Honoured
Havens Community Hub CIC has been recognised on the UK Social Enterprise Roll of Honour for their work supporting people throughout the pandemicThe outstanding work of the Hub and its projects over the course of the year has been recognised at a special event bringing together the UK’s business community. […]
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 8th NOVEMBER 2020 IN PEACEHAVEN
A statement from Peacehaven Council regarding Remembrance Sunday:- “This year Remembrance Day, on 8th November will be different from other years, we will not be organising a parade or a long service; we will be following Government advice regarding social gatherings so we will be advising our local organisations and residents NOT to […]
Chaos reigns at Peacehaven Heights Primary School as IEB Chair resigns and County Council announces they will seek to privatise the school
IEB Chair resigns and IEB announces its support for academisation within 24 hours of each other Yesterday Jon Taylor, chair of the Peacehaven Heights Primary School Interim Executive Board (IEB), wrote to Peacehaven Height’s parents informing them of his intention to step down from his role. Still contemplating the significance […]
Unanimous vote to oppose academisation of Peacehaven Heights Primary School by Peacehaven Town Council
This week (29/9/2020) Peacehaven Town Council gave unanimous backing to a motion to support the campaign to prevent the academisation of Peacehaven Heights. The motion commits the Town Council to writing to the decision makers at East Sussex County Council, namely: Councillor Bob Standley – Lead Member for Education and […]
Joint Press Release – National Education Union and Hands Off Peacehaven Schools
We need to come together and make our voices heard”– Angry parents re-launch campaign to save Peacehaven primaries from academisation Parents of Peacehaven Heights and Telscombe Cliffs primary schools in East Sussex have re-launched their campaign to save the schools from academisation. This follows the replacement of the governing bodies […]
PEACEHAVEN PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION
As our Seahaven FM presenters have ben reminding us , there is still time to enter the Peacehaven Town Council Photogpraphic competition open to all residents. Although it has been running since our original post on September 7th- don’t forget deadline day is this Sunday 18th October They would like […]
CAR BOOT SALES RETURN TO THE DELL IN PEACEHAVEN
Saturday Car boot Sales will be on The Dell BN107JE in Peacehaven Every Saturday throughoutthe month of September (weather permitting)Seller Only £8 for cars and £10 for vansGates open for sellers only at 8am Buyers can enter from 9amFree Parking (Ample space)Free EntryPlenty of room for sellers and buyers Details […]
The FIVE THOUSAND Tin/Jar Challenge for the SCDA FOOD BANK
The Mayor of Peacehaven, Cllr. Claude Cheta has launched a campaign asking residents to donate either a tin or jar of food which will be delivered to the Seahaven Food Bank.Cllr. Cheta has picked this charitable organisation to support whilst in post as Mayor. Peacehaven Town Council are open for […]
THE HAVENS COMMUNITY HUB CIC HAS WELCOMED A NEW DIRECTOR TO THEIR BOARD.
Recognised in the Queens New Year Honours list in 2016 witha British Empire Medal for her dedication to community workfor over 40 years, Marilyn Nolan works with a variety of localcharities and groups across the Havens area including theSeaford Musical Theatre (Barn Theatre), Meridian MatureCitizens Forum and the Royal National […]
COUNCIL REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE MILLIONS RECEIVED AS COVID SUPPORT
A council has been blasted for failing to acknowledge millions of pounds received from Government to support local businesses, self-employed workers, the unemployed, charities, other organisations and those in need during the Covid pandemic. Lewes District Council’s ruling Cabinet learned on 11 June that, while still significant, the financial impact […]
Christopher Biggins Pledges Support To Community Hub
Former ‘I’m A Celebrity’ Jungle King and well known actor, Christopher Biggins has pledged his support in a video to the Havens Community Hub campaign on the Crowdfunder platform – www.crowdfunder.co.uk/silverliningsBacked by East Sussex County Council ‘Projects That Matter’, donations are currently being doubled at no extra cost to the donor.During […]
Missing Peacehaven Teenager
Police are searching for teenager Harvey Stone, who is missing from Peacehaven. The 14-year-old has been missing from his home since Monday morning (18 May), and he may be in Peacehaven, Eastbourne, Brighton or Forest Gate in London. He is described as white, about 5’, of small build, with mousey […]
Local Lockdown Lowdown for Wednesday 29 April 2020
1) From Lewes District Council –The new ‘one-stop’ website of local businesses is open at the following web address:http://eatlocal.info/You can filter results by supplier type and by local area. 2) Government loans for small businesses –The government will cover the interest and the administration costs of their Bounce back loans:www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-a-coronavirus-bounce-back-loan […]
Council continues tough stance on flytipping with another £250 fine
A second person has been fined £250 within two weeks after their rubbish was discovered flytipped in Lewes district. Lewes District Council responded following a report of household and building waste dumped on the verge of Gorham’s Lane, Telscombe, on Tuesday, April 7. One of the council’s Neighbourhood First advisors sifted through the rubbish for evidence of the owner and […]
Apply now for the LEAP Entrepreneurial Leadership Programme
Businesses from Lewes, Seaford, Newhaven, Peacehaven and the surrounding areas are being encouraged to take part in Edeal’s new LEAP Entrepreneurial Leadership Programme for business support and their chance to win £1,000. Based on the successful LEAP Entrepreneurial Programme that has been running since 2013, this free, comprehensive programme provides: […]
OFFICIAL NOTICE – CORONAVIRUS UP-DATE FROM PEACEHAVEN
An update from Peacehaven Council tells us more bad, but not unexpected, news:- ” It is with deep regret that Peacehaven Town Council has made the hard decision, following Government and NHS guidelines and advice, to close Community House and the Information Office, for the foreseeable future.All planned events will […]
Coronavirus – We can help!
The CTLA want to reassure all of their members that they are doing everything they can to support you during this difficult time. Wherever possible they are maintaining a normal service. They are introducing some additions to the services that they can offer. In recognising the need for their clients […]
Operation Blitz ASB updates, Lewes District
This weekend’s mobile number remains the same: 07989 188960 This week’s hours remain the same: 1600:-2200 – outside of these times please continue to contact us online or report to 101. Always dial 999 in an emergency. Update from last weekend Last weekend’s Operation Blitz ASB patrol. Friday began with the team heading […]
Official school closure notification: Wednesday 18 March 2020 – Peacehaven Community School
This is an official school closure notification. School: Peacehaven Community SchoolUnique school code: 4000Partly closed: Wednesday 18 March 2020Reason: Emergency closureDue to limited numbers of staff being able to attend the school the school is partially closing with Year 10 not attending. All other years groups can attend. There are […]
Seahaven Business Awards
The 2020 Seahaven Business Awards are now open for nominations. These awards celebrate professionalism, creativity, innovation and business excellence across Newhaven, Seaford and Peacehaven. Why not tell your company’s success story? The Newhaven Chamber of Commerce, in association with Seaford and Peacehaven Chambers of Commerce, offers you a chance to […]
Operation Blitz notification of this weekend’s phone number
This weekend’s phone number/s is: 07989188960 Please use the above number/s to contact the police patrol direct to report anti-social behaviour between the hours of 4pm and 10pm on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th March This is a direct line to the police to only report anti-social incidents to officers on patrol so that they […]
Operation Blitz – Tackling ASB on your district.
This weekend’s Operation Blitz times return to 1800-0000, the contact number remains the same 07989188960 Your Lewes Prevention Team covers all areas of Lewes, Ringmer, right up to Wivelsfield and surrounds; as well as down through the coast, including Telscombe Cliffe, Peacehaven, Seaford and Newhaven. Operation Blitz is a designated ASB […]
Enter the Seahaven Business Awards 2020 to celebrate the best of Seahaven’s businesses
Business of the Year Sponsored by Excell Design & Marketing Business Person of the Year Sponsored by Swindells Chartered Accountants Best Environmental Business Sponsored by Fine Marketing Best Customer Service Sponsored by The Sussex Sign Company Best New Business (under 2 years old) Sponsored by The Newhaven Enterprise Zone Best Eatery Sponsored […]
FAIRER HOUSING ALLOCATION DESERVED FOR TOWN DWELLERS
A new, fairer housing allocation system proposed by a Conservative councillor moves closer to being implemented across Lewes District after receiving widespread backing at last night’s Full Council meeting (Mon 24 Feb). The Town Local Connection Policy was proposed by Cllr Sharon Davy who feels that the present scheme is […]
FOODS FROM AROUND THE WORLD AFRICAN NIGHT – Saturday 22nd February
Following the very successful Curry Night the next Foods from Around the World event will be an AfricanNight, to be held on Saturday 22nd February at 6.00pm. Tickets are available from the Information Office at just £8 for adults and £5 for children. A full entertainment programme has been arranged […]
2019 Seahaven Business Awards – The Results
The 2019 Seahaven Business Awards celebrated the very best of the town’s businesses at the Presidents’ Awards dinner on May 10th. This annual event was hosted by Newhaven Chamber of Commerce in association with Seaford and Peacehaven Chambers. The award winners and over 100 guests attended in the presence of […]
Teachers strike over low pay rates
Five schools across East Sussex, including Peacehaven Community School (PCS) and Seaford Head School, have been affected by strikes today. Industrial action has taken place over low pay rates with the National Education Union (NEU) calling on headteachers in East Sussex to agree to the recommended pay rise. Currently, newly […]