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December 2024
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Eastbourne Bandstand Launches Tickets for Top Tributes in 202503-12-2024
Pop fans are in for a treat in 2025 as top tributes return to Eastbourne Bandstand’s iconic stage, ranging from Oasis, Bruno Mars and Coldplay…
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Premium Reservations Open for Fans of Eastbourne Airshow03-12-2024
Fans of Eastbourne Airshow can begin securing their seafront spot for next year’s flying displays, with seating and parking now on sale.
The…
November 2024
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Eastbourne Voted Dog Friendly for Second Year Running27-11-2024
Eastbourne has been voted one of the UK’s most dog friendly destinations for a second year running.
The national Dog Friendly Awards,…
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Airbourne Prize Winner Receives Limited Edition Red Arrows Watch26-11-2024
Airbourne prize winner Mo Dean was recently presented with a Citizen limited edition Red Arrows Skyhawk A-T Watch courtesy of Brufords, after winning…
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Magnificent Motors Gears Up For 2025 Return26-11-2024
Eastbourne seafront will celebrate over a century of motoring next spring as Magnificent Motors gears up for a return from 3 – 4 May 2025…
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Free Bandstand Concerts to Continue Eastbourne Christmas Day Tradition07-11-2024
Christmas concerts will return to Eastbourne Bandstand this December, with free concerts on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day…
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Airbourne To Return in 2025 After Cost Neutral Year05-11-2024
Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow will return in 2025 after meeting its cost neutral target this year.
The free four-day show will…
October 2024
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Entries On Sale Now for Beachy Head Marathon 45th Anniversary29-10-2024
Keen runners of all abilities can take advantage of discounted entries for a limited time to the 2025 Beachy Head Marathon, Half Marathon,…
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Thousands Get Set to Run the Beachy Head Marathon15-10-2024
Runners of all abilities are getting ready to take on one of the most challenging coastal routes in the country, as the Beachy Head Marathon returns…
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Eastbourne to Mark Armistice Day with Services of Remembrance15-10-2024
Eastbourne will pause to remember those who lost their lives in wartime conflict, and those who continue to serve, during a series of Remembrance…
September 2024
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Beers Line Up as Countdown to Eastbourne Beer Festival Gets Underway17-09-2024
What do Boffle, Hoptoberfest, Happy Accidents, Mess With the Honk, Snazzy Jazzy Barry, IPAlot and Some Sort of Delicious Biscuit all have in…
August 2024
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Book Now for Eastbourne Walking Festival27-08-2024
It’s time to get the walking boots out and book now for Eastbourne Walking Festival, taking place in September.
The nine-day event returns…
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PMLD Accessible Viewing Area Hailed a Success at Eastbourne Airshow21-08-2024
People with profound and multiple learning disabilities were able to enjoy many of the displays at Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow this…
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Red Arrows, Swedish Draken and D-Day 80 Display Wows Crowds at Eastbourne Airshow20-08-2024
Spectators to Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow returned in force to this year’s show with the Red Arrows, Swedish Draken and a D-Day…
July 2024
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Swedish Draken & D-Day Formation Leads Historic Anniversary Line-up for Eastbourne Airshow 25-07-2024
The supersonic Swedish Draken, Jet Provost, Bronco, Rolls-Royce Heritage Flight and a D-Day Memorial Display will lead an all-star historic line-up…
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Guided Walks and Craft Activities Bring a Creative Summer of Fun at The Beachy Head Story 18-07-2024
With the summer holidays just days away, an exciting range of activities for all the family has been unveiled at The Beachy Head Story in Eastbourne…
June 2024
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Airbourne Charities Announced for 30th Anniversary Year19-06-2024
Three charities have been revealed as beneficiaries during the historic 30th year of Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow which returns from…
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Get Ready to Welcome Summer at Beach Life Music & Food Festival19-06-2024
Eastbourne seafront will be transformed into a fiesta of live music and mouthwatering street food on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 July, as Beach Life…
May 2024
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30th Anniversary Firework Finale to Close Airbourne31-05-2024
A fantastic 30th anniversary firework finale will mark the end of this year’s Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow, thanks to…
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Airshow Upgrades Now On Sale for Airbourne28-05-2024
Visitors to Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow can seek an upgrade to their visit with a range of experiences now available to book online,…
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New Tales of Ancient Trade Exhibition Opening at The Beachy Head Story with Half-Term Fun24-05-2024
Visitors to The Beachy Head Story can discover tales of ancient trade and explore some of the bygone routes which once connected the communities and…
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Beer & Cider by the Sea Festival to Showcase Biggest Local Line-up Yet 24-05-2024
What do Kicking Donkey, Lewes Castle, Terrible Disgrace, Black Dragon and What Time Are The Red Arrows On? all have in common?
The answer is that…
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Summer Lifeguard Season Gets Underway on Eastbourne Beach01-05-2024
Lifeguards return to Eastbourne’s main beaches on 1 May, helping residents and visitors stay safe at the seaside.
The lifeguards are located…
April 2024
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Full Steam Ahead for Vintage Vehicles and Classic Cars at Magnificent Motors24-04-2024
A three-wheel police car, a rare 1959 Edsel Corsair convertible and a 1955 Bentley S1 Countryman, which featured in the BBC2 drama Summer of Rockets…
March 2024
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Voting Opens for the Airbourne People’s Charity 202425-03-2024
The shortlist for the People’s Charity at the 30th Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow is confirmed and voting is open now, but only…
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Discover the Beachy Head Landscape During Creative Study Walks This Spring25-03-2024
A new series of creative study walks are taking place this spring, exploring the history, geology and archaeological landscape at Beachy Head.
The…
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Last Push to Bring Back Eastbourne Soapbox Race25-03-2024
Organisers of Eastbourne’s Soapbox Race are planning to call time on the Wacky Races style event, unless enough sponsorship can be found within…
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Egg-citing Family Fun at The Beachy Head Story20-03-2024
The Beachy Head Story exhibition and visitor centre is gearing up for some egg-stra special events during the Easter holidays.
On offer will be…
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Beach Life to Bring Summer Festival Vibes to Eastbourne Bandstand19-03-2024
Beach Life Music Festival will return from 13 – 14 July, bringing the summer festival vibe with live music, street food, stalls and…
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Brand New Walking Weekend Opens for Booking19-03-2024
A packed programme of free guided walks at Eastbourne’s first ever Walking Weekend are now available to be booked online.
The new weekend…
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Music Line-Up Unveiled for Beer & Cider Festival Goers13-03-2024
The full music line-up has been announced for this year’s Beer & Cider by the Sea.
The three-day event takes place on Friday, Saturday…
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Red Arrows to Perform for Diamond and Pearl Anniversaries at Eastbourne Airshow11-03-2024
The Red Arrows will be paying a celebratory visit above the skies of Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow in August to mark the team’s…
February 2024
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Archaeological Excavation to Take Place in Eastbourne14-02-2024
Archaeologists are preparing to explore the Bourne settlement and stream in Eastbourne later this month, as part of the Big Dig project.
From…
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It’s All Eyes to the Skies for February Stargazing Event13-02-2024
Stargazers will be looking to the skies at a February event, open to the public at Beachy Head.
The session, organised by Eastbourne Astronomical…
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New Exhibition at The Beachy Head Story Celebrates the Creative Side of the South Downs07-02-2024
A new exhibition exploring creativity on the downland opens at The Beachy Head Story this weekend, with activities for all the family taking place…
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Elmer the Patchwork Elephant Comes to Town06-02-2024
Released by Your Eastbourne BID
Elmer the Patchwork Elephant will be coming to Eastbourne in 2024 for a celebratory anniversary visit – and…
January 2024
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Live Bands Confirmed for Beer & Cider by the Sea30-01-2024
Two hugely popular bands have been confirmed for the evening sessions of Beer & Cider by the Sea in Eastbourne this year.
The three-day…
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Eyes to the Skies for First Stargazing Event of 202425-01-2024
The first Beachy Head public stargazing event of 2024 takes place this month – with Jupiter, Orion and The Pleiades due to make an appearance…
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Individual Entries Open for Magnificent Motors 202417-01-2024
Owners of vintage and classic cars and other vehicles can now enter to display at the 2024 Magnificent Motors event in Eastbourne.
The motoring…
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New Eastbourne Holiday Guide Launched at European Travel Show17-01-2024
The official 2024 Eastbourne Holiday Guide has been launched in Europe, putting the town on the must-see destination list for British and overseas…
December 2023
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Eastbourne Recognised in Dog Friendly Awards14-12-2023
Eastbourne has gained a bronze award in the national Dog Friendly Awards 2023.
The awards ceremony was held at the Kennel Club’s…
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Eastbourne Airbourne Voted UK’s Best Free Airshow13-12-2023
Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow has been voted the UK’s Best Free Airshow for a fourth time by followers of Airscene - one of the…
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Groups Receive Donations from Beachy Head Marathon13-12-2023
A range of local organisations, charities and good causes have each benefitted from a donation from Eastbourne Borough Council as a thank you for…
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Club Entries Open for Magnificent Motors 202412-12-2023
Classic and vintage car clubs can now enter to display their vehicles at the 2024 Magnificent Motors in Eastbourne.
The motoring spectacular…
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Festive Family Fun at The Beachy Head Story06-12-2023
The festive season is in full swing at The Beachy Head Story with a pop-up Christmas exhibition, creative workshops and children’s activities…
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Taylor Swift and Harry Styles Tribute Shows to Join Eastbourne Bandstand 2024 Line Up05-12-2023
What do Taylor Swift, Celine Dion, Coldplay, Harry Styles, The Rolling Stones and Queen all have in common? The answer is that their music will all…
November 2023
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Tickets Go On Sale for Two Eastbourne Beer Festivals in 202430-11-2023
It’s time to raise a glass as tickets for Eastbourne’s Beer and Cider by the Sea and Eastbourne Beer Festival go on sale this week…
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Win Prizes by Supporting Eastbourne’s Independent Traders in Run-up to Christmas30-11-2023
Shoppers can enjoy a warm festive glow by supporting Eastbourne’s independent shops in the countdown to Christmas – and be in with a…
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Eastbourne Hotel Launches Campaign as South-East’s Leading ‘Christmas Hotel’23-11-2023
An Eastbourne seafront hotel has been announced as the latest recipient of tourism funding as it launches a campaign showcasing it as the…
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Airbourne Awards Donations to Local Charities23-11-2023
More than £8,000 has been presented to three local charities following the success of bucket collections and donations at this year’s…