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In Pictures: Eastbourne seafront market returns for 2026
Residents flocked to the Eastbourne seafront to enjoy the Easter market.
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Eastbourne Retro: Looking back at photos from years gone by
We’ve had a look through our archive for retro photos taken in Eastbourne.
Police launch investigation following report of attempted robbery in Eastbourne
Sussex Police has launched an investigation following report of an attempted robbery in Eastbourne.
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Meads ladies hold their own against tough competition
Meads ladies’ first team have finished a respectable fifth of seven in the Tennis Sussex Winter Doubles Leagues 2025-26.
Planning round-up: The latest applications submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council
These are the planning applications submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council during the week starting March 22.
In pictures: Famous Sussex bluebell walk returns for its 53rd year
The popular Arlington Bluebell Walk is returning for its 53rd year.
Eastbourne table tennis champions are crowned
The main events of the Eastbourne Table Tennis League closed tournament were held at Shinewater Sports Centre with the minor events to follow at various venues.
Comic Talent Chris McCausland returns to Eastbourne with Yonks! One night only 18 April 2026
AN EVENING OF RAZOR-SHARP WIT FROM BELOVED COMIC TALENT! Chris McCausland – Yonks! Congress Theatre, Eastbourne Saturday 18 April, 8pm Stand-up comedian Chris McCausland returns to Eastbourne’s Congress Theatre with his critically acclaimed show Yonks for one night only on Saturday 18 April. ...
Magnificent Motors Revs Up With New Arena & Live Music Stage
Magnificent Motors is revving up the May Bank Holiday weekend with a brand new arena and live music stage joining the line-up from Saturday 2 – Sunday 3 May. Established as one of the biggest free to visit motoring festivals on the south coast, the two-day spectacular in Eastbourne is due to welco...
Ride the K-pop wave at special Eastbourne concert
You can ride the K-pop wave influencing the world live on stage at the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne with the K-POP All Stars Tribute on April 1 at 7pm.
Hail stops play – but Eastbourne Town reign supreme to sink Sheppey
Eastbourne Town claimed a 3-1 victory over Sheppey United at The Saffrons on Saturday, marking a successful Non-League Day for Jude Macdonald’s side.
52 photos as Eastbourne Borough edge towards relegation with Bath City draw
Eastbourne Borough are clinging on to National South status – but they could be relegated as early as Good Friday.
Southern Rail announces changes to train timetable over Easter holidays
Southern Rail has announced several changes to its train timetables over the Easter holidays.
Four arrested 'on suspicion of kidnap' in Hailsham
Four people have been arrested ‘on suspicion of kidnap’ following an incident in Hailsham, Sussex Police said.
Sky Club Wheel returns to Redoubt seafront: A bird's eye view of Eastbourne
The Sky Club Wheel reopened on Saturday, March 28, on the beach next to the Redoubt Fortress, marking its second season in town.
REVIEW: The Magic Faraway Tree - fabulous family fun & sure-fire hit
REVIEW: The Magic Faraway Tree (U), (110 mins), Cineworld Cinemas
Easter Holiday 2026: Free family adventure trail at The Beacon in Eastbourne
Families are invited to take part in an Easter adventure at The Beacon in Eastbourne.
Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway opens for 2026 season
The Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway (EMSR) opens for the 2026 season today (Saturday, March 28).
Inspirational response to major new Hastings exhibition
Hastings Contemporary has launched The Open – Odyssey, a major new biennale running from March 28 until May 31.
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Jo Nicholson offers Lewes exhibition
Interstices – The Spaces Between Drawing And Painting is the exhibition at Lewes’ Star Brewery Gallery from Saturday, March 28-Sunday April 5 (closed on Monday; opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-5pm; Sunday, 11am-3pm).