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Eastbourne to Ring in 2026 with New Year’s Day Concert

Eastbourne will ring in 2026 with a free New Year’s Day concert, bringing cheer to residents and visitors across the town. Performed by Eastbourne Silver Band from 11am, the concert joins a festive line-up which already includes the annual Christmas Day Concert and Boxing Day Morris Dancing – al...

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Signing and lining works on Eastbourne road delayed due to forecasted ‘adverse weather’

Work on an Eastbourne road has been delayed due to forecasted ‘adverse weather’.

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Eastbourne New Year's Day concert 2026: Here's everything you need to know

Here’s everything you need to know about the New Year’s Day concert in Eastbourne.

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Eastbourne retro: Look back at when the Coca-Cola Christmas truck pulled into town

Take a look back at when the Coca-Cola Christmas stopped off in Eastbourne.

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Festive celebrations bring joy to nursery children at Langney Primary Academy

Nursery children at Langney Primary Academy, on Chailey Close and part of Swale Academies Trust, have been enjoying a series of festive activities, bringing families together and adding plenty of excitement as the term comes to a close.

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'No one has to face a crisis alone' - Walk-in mental health support available throughout festive season in Sussex

Walk-in mental health crisis support will be made available throughout the festive season in Sussex.

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Council to replace Eastbourne's 'heritage' lamp posts

A heritage group has criticised East Sussex County Council’s (ESCC) decision to replace replica Victorian lampposts in Eastbourne town centre.

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Eastbourne RNLI called to tackle two incidents in one day

Crews from RNLI Eastbourne were called to tackle two incidents in one day.

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Generous start means even an Eastbourne Borough revival is not enough against Chelmsford City

A game of two halves? Sometimes the old cliches are actually true - with the second half far the better - although this match did not quite produce the dramatic finale which Eastbourne Borough strove for - and arguably deserved.

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Book explores Lessons From The Abyss - and coming back from rock bottom

Innocent Bystander – Lessons From The Abyss is the new book from Richard Kettle who writes under the pen name Murfy Richards (Troubador Publishing, £12.99, available from troubador.co.uk etc) – a journey of exploration through travel.

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Sussex Police appeal for information after woman stabbed in Eastbourne town centre

Sussex Police has appealed for help identifying a man after a woman was stabbed in the leg in Eastbourne.

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Stone Cross care home enters cake competition

Excitement is building at Sycamore Grove Care Home in Stone Cross as residents are putting the finishing touches to their Christmas cake.

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Tickets on sale for Eastbourne's Seaside Beer and Cider Festival

More than 140 beers and ciders and a sensational music line-up will return to Eastbourne’s seafront lawns next 15 – 17 May, with festival tickets on sale now.

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Eastbourne airshow voted UK’s best free show for sixth year

Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow has once again been voted the best free airshow in the country.

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Christmas message from the Mayor of Polegate

As we gather to celebrate the festive season, I would like to extend my warmest Christmas greetings to everyone across Polegate. This wonderful time of year offers us a chance to reflect on what truly matters: community, kindness, and the small but meaningful ways we support one another.

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Clarkson’s Farm star offers Eastbourne pre-Christmas date

Kaleb Cooper, farmer and Sunday Times best-selling author, will be leaving the familiarity of his beloved Chipping Norton, heading back out on the road on tour for a date at the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne on Saturday, December 20.

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Eastbourne Airshow Voted UK’s Best Free Show for 6th Year

Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow has once again been voted the best free airshow in the country. Securing the top spot for an impressive sixth time, the annual seafront show received double the votes of its nearest competitor, in the annual awards run by Airscene. The award follows a succ...

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Tickets on Sale for Seaside Beer & Cider Festival

More than 140 beers and ciders and a sensational music line-up will return to Eastbourne’s seafront lawns next 15 – 17 May, with festival tickets on sale now. The annual Beer & Cider by the Sea event will kick off the festival season at the Western Lawns with a wide range of real ales, craft...

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Polegate Mayor Hosts Civic Carol Service at St George’s Church

The Mayor of Polegate, Cllr Dan Dunbar, hosted a well-attended Civic Carol Service at St George’s Church, Polegate, on Monday evening, bringing together local residents, civic leaders and partner organisations for a celebration of the festive season. The service was held in partnership with Inspir...

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In pictures: Eastbourne home featuring ‘beautifully established south facing gardens’ listed for sale

Take a look inside this Eastbourne home with ‘beautifully established south facing gardens’ that has been listed for sale on Zoopla.