A Suspected Unexploded Grenade has been found in a garden in Eastbourne. Police said they received reports about the grenade at 2:43pm today (April 13th) and were immediately on the scene at Langney Road. A Sussex Police Spokesperson said: “Local residents are advised to stay away from the area if […]
Body Found at Cliffs near Eastbourne
The body of a man was found at the cliffs near Eastbourne last week. Sussex Police confirmed emergency services were called to reports of a man having fallen from cliffs near to Eastbourne at around 4.45pm on Thursday (February 17). A Police Spokesperson said “The coastguard did a search and found […]
Man Wanted in Eastbourne after spraying unknown liquid in the face of three men
Police are searching for a man in Eastbourne, suspected of spraying an unknown substance into his victim’s face last Friday (February 11). A 26-year-old man was sprayed with the unknown substance outside Blue Bar Café in Pevensey Road around 10:50pm. He was taken to hospital for treatment and is now continuing […]
Eastbourne’s Royal Sovereign Lighthouse Tower to be demolished after 50 years
Decommission and removal of the historical landmark was announced in 2019 due to the platform’s structural condition. Eastbourne’s iconic lighthouse tower is set to be demolished over three summers beginning this year (2022) after representatives of the Trinity House Board made it known that they intended to award the contract […]
Magistrates Court results for the Eastbourne area
These are the magistrates’ court results for the Eastbourne area – sitting at Hastings Magistrates Court for January 5. January 5: David Chesworth, 52, of Hadlow Avenue, pleaded guilty to two charges of assault by beating. The offences took place at Eastbourne on July 4. Sentencing was adjourned until March […]
Bin Strikes in Eastbourne spread across Sussex
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.