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Source-review queue
18:00 edition, 26 October — PARTIAL; verified updates published 19:04 GMT. All 90 starting cards were reviewed: 40 operational/public-service notices and 50 event listings. Central facts were confirmed for 83 cards against responsible sources or current programmes; seven story-status checks remain outstanding. All 33 retained location references were attempted: 30 matched, three could not be independently reverified. A new public Wharf Road reference was checked separately. Unresolved story-status checks: the Polegate A27 electrical record (last verified 17 October); actual road status or extension of the historical A27 tree-work programme (schedule last checked 24 October); the Pier register (last checked 9 October); residual London Bridge signalling disruption (last published line-reopening verification 14:53 GMT); Grove’s Frankenstein performance (last programme check 24 October); Bohemian Disco Bingo’s explicit date and finishing time (last check 24 October); and Bohemian collage night (last programme check 25 October). These retain their actual earlier fact-check and pin-review dates. Absence or inaccessibility establishes neither clearance nor cancellation. Outstanding pin references: Gordon Road’s operator map, VOLT’s Google map and My Skate World’s Google map. Gordon Road’s stop advice was independently confirmed on the operator’s route 500 page; it is not treated as resolved merely because absent from the generic index. Other detail-reader failures were checked against current responsible venue programmes or official tourism listings. Verified publication: an attributed police charge/remand report, the official Wharf Road work schedule and Towner’s 31 October minibus tour; Beachy Head’s organiser-confirmed 8 November opening added. Three older resolved weather/rail cards expired. The separate beginning-of-run event metadata pass found no completed occurrence. Coverage: 90 cards, 76 mapped updates at 34 unique locations and 14 list-only items. List-only reasons cover area-wide services or the police report’s unspecified private address; no private location is inferred. Council news and Visit Eastbourne news readers were unavailable, and Towner’s general whats-on reader failed; official search results, current individual listings, cinema programme and other responsible sources were used. Global editorial, last-completed-full-edition and full map-audit dates remain unchanged. This partial edition is not a completed full edition. Next scheduled full edition: 11:00 GMT Tuesday 27 October. Earlier dated queue notes below are history.
Breaking rail check, 26 October at 21:57 GMT: Southern’s 20:54 Lewes line-reopening notice was read and matched to National Rail’s indexed incident record. A subsequent current Southern index did not list it, and the National Rail detail reader was unavailable. Explicit clearance of residual disruption remains unverified; neither notice absence nor the earlier 22:00 estimate establishes normal service. The new station route reference was independently checked; all earlier review dates remain unchanged.
National Highways’ Polegate A27 electrical-works record could not be reverified on 22 October 2026. At 11:21 BST the public One.Network application returned “The item was deleted”. On the evening retry at 18:26 BST the web reader remained unavailable and the public application provided no current works-record details. No replacement primary record confirming the current traffic-management status was found. This does not establish that the works or temporary signals have ended. The card retains its actual 17 October verification and location-review dates. The 21 October 11:00 and 18:00 editions and both 22 October full editions were not completed. On 23 October at 11:44 BST the web reader again could not open the record; searches for NOMS-528011 and the Polegate electrical works and a review of the National Highways maintenance page did not locate a replacement primary record confirming the current traffic-management status. The 23 October 11:00 full edition was not completed. On 23 October at 18:40 BST, two further web-reader attempts could not open the One.Network record. Searches for NOMS-528011 and Polegate electrical works and another review of the National Highways maintenance page found no replacement primary record confirming the current traffic-management status. The 23 October 18:00 full edition and its required complete map/source audit were not completed. No expired event occurrence was found in the separate metadata housekeeping pass. The editorial checked-time, map-maintenance and individual source/pin-review dates have not been advanced by this failure-status update. Next scheduled full edition: 11:00 Saturday 24 October. Use current operator advice and on-site signs before travelling.
23 October, 19:44 BST retry: the A27 One.Network record remained unavailable; its earlier verification and pin-review dates are unchanged. The National Rail Storm Austen notice could not be reopened, so the updated rail card relies on Southern’s directly responsible live notice, updated 19:15 BST. The National Rail link retains its actual earlier 17:42 BST verification time. These breaking updates do not complete the failed full edition or its map audit.
24 October, 02:20 BST: the National Rail storm record is accessible again and explicitly records clearance at 01:04 BST; the earlier National Rail source-access gap is closed. The organiser’s marathon weather update is also accessible and its 08:00 Saturday marathon start has been verified. The A27 One.Network record remains unavailable and its earlier verification/location-review dates are retained. These individual checks do not complete the failed full editions or their outstanding map/source audit.
24 October, 09:50 BST: a new Met Office rain warning issued at 09:05 BST has been verified and published separately from Friday’s wind warning. The A27 One.Network record remains inaccessible; no current traffic-management confirmation was found, and its earlier source/pin-review dates are retained. This breaking update does not complete the outstanding full-edition source/map audit. Next scheduled full edition: 11:00 Saturday 24 October.
24 October, 11:55 BST — 11:00 full edition not completed. The One.Network Polegate electrical-works record remains inaccessible. A fresh search for NOMS-528011, a search for the Polegate electrical works and a review of National Highways’ maintenance page did not find a replacement primary record confirming current traffic-management status. Historical reports from 15–16 October do not establish today’s position. The complete operational-source and pin-location audit was not finished, so editorial checked-time, map-maintenance and source/pin-review dates have not been advanced. The separate event-metadata pass found no completed occurrence; the 25 October BST/GMT change was checked. Structural inventory only: 73 cards, 57 mapped updates at 28 unique locations and 16 list-only updates; no card or pin was added, updated or expired. Upcoming-event discovery was reviewed, but new event candidates still require organiser/location verification and have not been published. Existing cards, links, map assets and location data are retained. Next scheduled full edition: 18:00 Saturday 24 October.
24 October, publisher-reliability maintenance: the A27 electrical-works card now explicitly labels the current status as unverified and retains its actual 17 October source and pin-review dates. The scheduling instructions have been revised so an unavailable source does not stop independent checks and verified updates elsewhere. This maintenance is not a completed full edition or map audit; earlier edition outcomes remain recorded above.
24 October, 18:00 full edition — PARTIAL. Verified rail developments, station-facility advice, Local Plan corrections, news and November events were published independently. All 73 retained-at-start cards were inventoried and their responsible sources attempted; all 29 existing location references were examined, including browser recovery for organiser-supplied map links. New cards have separate checked location evidence. Current-status checks remain outstanding for the One.Network Polegate electrical works, actual operation/reopening within the A27 tree-work window, and the Pier register PDF (last genuinely checked 9 October). Date/availability confirmation remains outstanding for Tea and Tour, Tracy Borman, Two Mr Ps, Barry Steele, Psychic Sally, Rhythm of the 90s and Ruby Wax; previously advertised dates are retained and visibly qualified. Their earlier metadata date is not represented as a new fact-check. Venue and NHS browser checks recovered the other access failures. Unresolved cards retain their earlier source/location-review dates and historical reference notes. The global editorial check, last-completed-full-edition and full map-audit dates are unchanged. Next scheduled full edition: 11:00 Sunday 25 October GMT.
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Overnight Pevensey road closure and bus-area restriction set for 26 October
Pevensey · Eastbourne travelEast Sussex Highways says Eastbourne Road will close between Coast Road and Bay Road, with a signed diversion using the A259, A27, A22 and A2290. A separate lane restriction is planned in the Richmond Road bus-stop area. Property access will be managed locally; remove vehicles from marked works bays and check the scheme notice before travelling.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact incident or works site: Eastbourne Road A259, Pevensey Bay — public road-area reference.
Public Eastbourne Road street-area reference for the through-road closure. This is NOT either exact worksite, the full closure boundary, the separate Richmond Road lane restriction or a confirmed bus boarding point.
Reference coordinates: 50.805270, 0.337287.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Lewes rail line reopened; current residual disruption unverified
Eastbourne · London rail connectionsSouthern’s 20:54 GMT notice confirmed trains could run again between Wivelsfield and Lewes after an emergency response. On a later check its current index no longer listed the incident; an explicit clearance of remaining delays has not been verified. Check live departures for Eastbourne–London journeys.
Location & map reference
Route reference — not the incident site or boarding position: Eastbourne railway station — route reference for Lewes–London journeys.
Historical Eastbourne station route reference for Monday evening’s Lewes rail incident. Current residual-disruption status is unverified. This is NOT the incident site, an affected-track location or a confirmed replacement-bus boarding point.
Reference coordinates: 50.769376, 0.281247.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Wharf Road works scheduled from 26 October
Eastbourne · Local roadworksEast Sussex County Council’s order provides for a closure along Wharf Road’s full length, with works anticipated between 26 October and 19 November. A safe pedestrian route and property access are to be maintained whenever possible. This is the published schedule, not independent confirmation of an active closure.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not an exact works or incident site: Wharf Road, Eastbourne — public street-area reference.
Public Wharf Road street reference for the length named in the council order. This is NOT an exact worksite, private address, closure barrier or confirmation that works are active now.
Reference coordinates: 50.770451, 0.281144.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Eastbourne accessible toilet: outage listed until 31 October
Eastbourne station · Accessible facilitiesNational Rail lists the station’s accessible toilet as out of service until 31 October and asks passengers to speak to staff on arrival. Southern trains have accessible toilets on board, according to the notice. The listed date is not confirmation of reopening.
Location & map reference
Venue location: Eastbourne railway station — accessible-facilities reference.
Public railway-station reference for the operator’s accessible-toilet notice, not the toilet’s precise position or an entrance. It is not a rail-closure or replacement-bus boarding point.
Reference coordinates: 50.769376, 0.281247.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Hailsham: Ersham Road closure scheduled for 12–31 October
Nearby travelSGN’s published plan specifies an Ersham Road closure between the roundabout and Windsor Road from 12 to 31 October. South Road work continues under two-way lights, with completion also planned for 31 October. Check your bus operator’s current diversions and SGN’s access advice before travelling.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact incident site: Hailsham gas works — South Road street-area reference.
South Road reference for the wider gas-works programme, NOT the Ersham Road closure site, temporary lights or works boundary.
Reference coordinates: 50.857065, 0.249936.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Severe drought in parts of Sussex: existing water rules remain
Water restrictionSouth East Water’s 15 October update says the severe-drought declaration introduces no additional restrictions at this stage. Existing Sussex hosepipe rules and the 9 October exemption changes remain in force; check the detailed activity table. A separate business-ban application is not confirmation of a further ban.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne and wider Sussex: List-only: Area-wide restrictions: coverage depends on the water supplier, so a single point would be misleading.
Man charged after reported false imprisonment in Eastbourne
Eastbourne · Court reportSussex Police says a 32-year-old man was charged after a reported incident on 19 October; no injuries were reported. He was remanded at court on 22 October. The allegations have not been proved; see the full attributed report.
Why this update is list-only
List-only: police identify an address in Eastbourne but provide no public road or useful public location reference. No private address or precise incident coordinates are inferred.
Police seek witnesses after serious head injury in Eastbourne
Town centre · Police appealIn its 16 October appeal, Sussex Police reported that a man in his 20s suffered a serious head injury after an altercation in Mark Lane or Station Road. The force said he had left hospital and was recovering. The appeal asks witnesses to contact police online or call 101, reference 141 of 26/09; it does not announce an arrest.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact incident or works site: Mark Lane, Eastbourne — area reference for Mark Lane or Station Road appeal.
Public Mark Lane street-area reference from Geograph’s subject location, recorded at 100-metre precision. Police name Mark Lane OR Station Road; this pin does NOT establish which road or the exact assault site. The incident was on 26 September, not today.
Reference coordinates: 50.76806, 0.28247.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Man charged after seafront stabbing; four bailed
Eastbourne · Court updateIn its 22 September update, Sussex Police reported a man charged with wounding with intent and an offensive-weapon offence, four others bailed, and the boy recovering at home. These are the positions reported then, not a fresh court or bail-status confirmation. Charges are allegations; the report asks for witness footage.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact incident site: Grand Parade near Elms Avenue and Cavendish Place, Eastbourne — approximate area reference.
Approximate area only: the pin uses the public seafront junction by the Royal Sussex Memorial as a reference for the area named by police, not the exact assault location.
Reference coordinates: 50.7674, 0.29221.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Man seriously injured in Langney dog incident
Langney · Police appealPolice report serious injuries; a woman was arrested and a dog seized. Witnesses are asked for footage, reference 911.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact incident site: Sandpiper Walk near Langney Pond, Eastbourne — street-area reference.
Approximate public street reference only, NOT the exact incident site. No private address or nearby school is presented as the location of the reported attack.
Reference coordinates: 50.801848, 0.303297.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Five jailed in Eastbourne Marina cocaine case
Sovereign Harbour · Court resultThe NCA confirms five prison sentences following the June cocaine operation. The new report is a court result, not an active marina emergency.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not an exact incident site: Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne — marina-area reference.
Historical harbour-area reference for the NCA court report. This is NOT the exact landing point, arrest location, private berth or evidence of a current emergency.
Reference coordinates: 50.79028, 0.32972.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Secondary-school applications close at the end of 31 October
Eastbourne families · School admissionsEast Sussex County Council asks families of Year 6 pupils to submit their secondary-school applications on time. Up to three preferences can be listed; a preferred place is not guaranteed. The council provides application help through libraries and its admissions team.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
List-only: this is a borough-wide application deadline covering multiple schools and online applications, with no useful single delivery location.
Dermatology patients: updated medication contact
NHS serviceContact SCDS for further medication, highlighting low supplies or worsening symptoms. This replaces our earlier prescribing-GP advice.
Why this update is list-only
East Sussex service: List-only: Service-wide patient information, not a closure at one particular clinic. No single location is pinned.
A27 Polegate electrical works: current status unverified
Polegate · Eastbourne road travelWhen checked on 17 October, National Highways’ record listed temporary traffic lights for electrical works on the A27 west of Polegate. The record could not be reverified on 26 October. We cannot confirm whether the lights are operating now. The earlier planned window is not a current-status confirmation; follow operator advice and on-site signs. This is separate from the overnight tree-work programme.
Location & map reference
Route reference — not the incident, works site or boarding position: Cophall Roundabout stop area, Polegate — A27 route reference.
Historical public stop-area reference on the A27 approach at Polegate. Current traffic-management status is unverified. This is NOT the electrical-works site, the traffic-light position or a closure boundary, and is not advice to board a bus here.
Reference coordinates: 50.82646, 0.23871.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Hailsham stop suspension affects Eastbourne’s route 500
Hailsham · Bus travelBrighton & Hove Buses’ route 500 page still lists Gordon Road and St Wilfrid’s Church stops as suspended for roadworks and advises using Hailsham Tesco or Police Station stops. The notice is absent from the generic updates index; the route-specific source confirms the advice. Check your individual journey before travelling.
Location & map reference
Route reference point: Gordon Road bus stop, Hailsham — route reference.
Operator’s public Gordon Road stop-map reference for the affected route. This is NOT the works site or an alternative boarding point; use the operator’s current stop advice.
Reference coordinates: 50.860164, 0.254282.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Overnight works planned on roads off Seaside
Eastbourne · RoadworksNine side roads are covered by the council notice. Individual closure nights are not specified; see the road-by-road limits and diversions.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact incident site: Winchelsea Road — area reference for the Seaside side-road programme.
Public Winchelsea Road street reference for a nine-road programme. NOT an exact worksite, closure boundary or indication that all roads close together; Seaside itself is not named as closed.
Reference coordinates: 50.783103, 0.304326.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
A22 Shinewater Bridge works continue with the road remaining open
A22 worksMost work is beneath the bridge on Golden Jubilee Way, so the road remains open. East Sussex Highways says overnight lane closures are planned in October; check the scheme page for dates before travelling.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact incident site: Shinewater Bridge, A22 Golden Jubilee Way — approximate bridge area.
Approximate public bridge-area reference, based on Geograph’s subject location at 100-metre precision. It does not define the works boundary or lane closures.
Reference coordinates: 50.80877, 0.27949.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Sightseeing buses: autumn timetable through 1 November
Eastbourne · Visitor transportVisit Eastbourne lists sightseeing buses up to every 30 minutes, seven days a week, from 10:00 to 16:30 through Sunday 1 November. The Sunday marathon restriction window has elapsed; this is not independent confirmation of actual resumption. Check the operator’s current diversion advice before travelling.
Location & map reference
Route reference — not the works site or a confirmed bus stop: Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum — sightseeing-bus route reference.
The public Lifeboat Museum is named in the operator’s route timetable. This pin is a route reference, NOT the exact boarding point; check the timetable and stop signs.
Reference coordinates: 50.76212, 0.28653.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
13X winter Sunday timetable now in effect
Eastbourne · Bus timetableBrighton & Hove’s new 13X timetable advertises a daytime service every 20 minutes. Check the timetable for Eastbourne departures and individual journeys.
Location & map reference
Route reference — not the works site or a confirmed bus stop: Cornfield Road C3, Eastbourne — 13X route reference.
Route reference at Cornfield Road C3, an Eastbourne departure point named in the operator’s timetable. Not a works site or replacement-bus stop; consult the timetable for direction and journey.
Reference coordinates: 50.76695, 0.28484.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
NHS autumn reminder: choose the right service
Eastbourne · NHS servicesNHS Surrey and Sussex asks residents to use the service suited to their needs, including pharmacies, GP practices and urgent treatment services. Use NHS 111 if you are unsure where to seek urgent help. A&E and 999 remain for serious or life-threatening emergencies; do not delay emergency care.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne and wider NHS Sussex service area: Area-wide service-choice advice, not a closure or an incident at one clinic. No useful single public location represents it, so this update is list-only.
NHS begins adult community-health redesign
Eastbourne / Sussex · NHS servicesNHS Surrey and Sussex has begun planning a regional redesign. Current services continue; new arrangements are expected from March 2029, subject to design and procurement. No specific Eastbourne clinic change is announced.
Location & map reference
Regional service redesign, with no specific Eastbourne clinic change or single delivery venue announced. List-only because a point pin would misrepresent the programme.
New flood-preparation website includes Eastbourne information
Eastbourne · Public serviceEast Sussex County Council’s Blue Heart project has launched BeFloodWarned, bringing together Environment Agency and Met Office warnings, local information and practical flood-preparation advice. It includes detail for Eastbourne and southern Wealden. This service launch is not a report of a current local flood alert.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne and southern Wealden · online service: List-only: Area-wide online flood-preparation information. There is no useful single public venue or incident location to pin; this is not a current flood-warning announcement.
RNLI plans Coastal Lifeboat for Eastbourne in 2028
Sovereign Harbour · Lifeboat fleetThe RNLI lists Eastbourne’s Trent-class retirement and replacement with a Coastal Lifeboat in 2028. No exact local changeover date is given. This is a future plan, not an immediate service withdrawal.
Location & map reference
Venue location: Eastbourne RNLI Lifeboat Station, Sovereign Harbour.
Public lifeboat-station location at Sovereign Harbour, off Pevensey Bay Road, for the fleet announcement. This is NOT an incident or callout pin, nor the RNLI museum.
Reference coordinates: 50.791152, 0.327977.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Seasonal vaccinations: bookings open and school flu consent reminder
NHS vaccinationEligible patients can book flu and COVID-19 vaccination through the NHS website, NHS App or 119; eligibility differs. East Sussex County Council asks parents to return school flu consent forms for Reception–Year 11 pupils. This is separate from Eastbourne DGH’s pregnancy vaccination drop-ins at ultrasound, Mondays and Tuesdays, 08:30–16:00. Check the linked guidance before booking or attending.
Location & map reference
Venue location: Eastbourne District General Hospital — local pregnancy vaccination clinic reference.
Pin identifies Eastbourne DGH’s pregnancy vaccination drop-in only, not school vaccinations or other clinics. It is a hospital-campus reference, not the room entrance.
Reference coordinates: 50.78622, 0.27006.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Government approves East Sussex SEND reform plan
Eastbourne · Education and family servicesThe county council says approval enables access to a grant covering 90% of its schools-budget deficit. The plan proposes earlier support, more specialist help in mainstream settings and family involvement in oversight.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne and East Sussex: List-only: County-wide SEND reform plan affecting services across East Sussex; no single delivery venue represents the programme.
Latest town-centre improvement phase is complete
Town centre · Public realmThe council confirms Terminus Road pedestrianisation between Bankers’ Corner and Marks & Spencer, and two-way traffic on Bolton Road and Langney Road. This replaces the earlier construction-stage access advice.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact works boundary: Terminus Road, Eastbourne — town-centre scheme area reference.
Published public-street reference for Terminus Road and the wider town-centre scheme. This pin is NOT the exact pedestrianised section, works boundary or a vehicle access point.
Reference coordinates: 50.768791, 0.282472.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
NHS announces winter GP capacity funding
Eastbourne · Regional NHS servicesNHS Surrey and Sussex plans up to £7 million for more than 200,000 additional same-day GP appointments across both counties. No Eastbourne-specific allocation is announced.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne within the Sussex and Surrey NHS programme: List-only: Regional winter-capacity programme: no Eastbourne-specific clinic or allocation is announced, so a single pin would be misleading.
Local Plan deadline extended to 1 December
Eastbourne · PlanningThe council’s live portal extends the representation period because some email notifications were not delivered. Representations concern legal compliance and soundness; the plan is not adopted. Documents remain available at 1 Grove Road, weekdays 10:00–14:00. The 22 October drop-in has finished.
Location & map reference
Venue location: Customer Contact Centre, 1 Grove Road, Eastbourne.
Public document-inspection venue for the borough-wide Local Plan, not a proposed development site or the Town Hall postal address. Documents are available here weekdays 10:00–14:00 during the representation period.
Reference coordinates: 50.76849, 0.27923.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Fire service reminds residents about evacuation support
Eastbourne · Fire safetyEast Sussex Fire and Rescue says residents who may need help leaving a qualifying residential building in a fire should contact the person responsible for its fire safety. Its guidance explains personal evacuation plans, which buildings are covered, voluntary participation and consent to share information.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne — residential fire-safety advice: Service-wide guidance for qualifying residential buildings; the fire service identifies no individual Eastbourne building. Kept list-only rather than attaching the advice to an unrelated property.
New support programmes for Eastbourne businesses
Eastbourne · Business supportEast Sussex County Council has announced six programmes for small and medium-sized firms across the county. Support includes workshops on energy costs, business essentials and digital skills, plus mentoring and one-to-one advice. Contact the East Sussex Growth Hub about eligibility and how to join.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne businesses — county-wide support programmes: County-wide workshops, mentoring and individual support with no single delivery venue specified. Kept list-only; contact the Growth Hub for the appropriate programme and location.
Students urged to check missed HPV vaccination
Eastbourne · NHS adviceThe local NHS is asking students who missed HPV vaccination at school to check their status. Contact your GP or sexual-health service for advice. Catch-up eligibility varies; use the NHS guidance rather than assuming all students qualify.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne residents — NHS vaccination advice: Area-wide catch-up advice through GP and sexual-health services, not a clinic at a single named venue. Kept list-only without a point pin.
NHS trust invites ideas to improve care
Eastbourne · Patient feedbackEast Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is inviting suggestions about patient safety, experience and how well care works. Eastbourne patients can use the comment form or email address on the trust’s notice. No closing date is stated.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne patients — East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust services: List-only: Trust-wide patient feedback covering multiple hospitals and services. It is not an appointment or event at one hospital, so no single site is pinned.
Pier community-asset register: current status unverified
Seafront · Community assetThe register checked on 9 October listed the pier as an Asset of Community Value with no disposal notification then recorded. The current PDF could not be rechecked in this edition. That earlier entry does not confirm today’s sale or disposal-notification position. Listing did not transfer ownership or force a sale.
Location & map reference
Venue location: Eastbourne Pier, Grand Parade.
Historical reference to the public pier named in the register checked on 9 October. Current register and disposal status is unverified. This pin is not a legal boundary, entrance, sale notice or emergency.
Reference coordinates: 50.76644, 0.29416.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Council reorganisation paused for government review
Eastbourne · Council decisionEast Sussex County Council says reorganisation is on hold while ministers review the process. A revised timetable has not been confirmed; May 2027 elections are to use existing council boundaries.
Why this update is list-only
Eastbourne Borough — area-wide council reorganisation update: List-only: A borough-wide civic update rather than an event at a specific building. Kept in the list without a point pin.
London Bridge signalling notice: current disruption unverified
Eastbourne · Rail connectionsSouthern’s current page no longer lists the earlier signalling incident. Lines had reopened at the last published fact-check, but no explicit clearance of the remaining disruption has been verified. The earlier 16:00 estimate has passed and is not confirmation of normal service. Check live departures before travelling.
Location & map reference
Route reference — not the incident, works site or boarding position: Eastbourne railway station — route reference for London Bridge journeys.
Historical Eastbourne station route reference for the earlier London Bridge signalling incident. Current residual-disruption status is unverified. This is NOT evidence of a current incident, the fault site, an affected-track location or a confirmed replacement-bus boarding point.
Reference coordinates: 50.769376, 0.281247.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
A27 October tree-work programme: current road status unverified
Polegate and Lewes · Eastbourne travelThe published 19–24 October tree-work window between Southerham and Berwick has passed. No actual reopening or extension has been verified. The earlier programme is not confirmation of a current closure; use live road advice and signs before travelling. This is separate from the unverified Polegate electrical-works record.
Location & map reference
Route reference — not the works site or closure boundary: Cophall Roundabout, Polegate — A27 route reference.
Historical public Cophall Roundabout reference for this published A27 works programme; current road status is unverified. This is NOT evidence of live works, a closure boundary or a replacement-bus boarding point.
Reference coordinates: 50.82646, 0.23871.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Brighton journeys: replacement buses on 1 November
Eastbourne connections · RailNational Rail lists all lines closed between Brighton and Lewes for engineering work. Replacement buses will run between those stations, affecting Eastbourne–Brighton journeys. Allow extra time and check your full itinerary, accessibility arrangements and boarding information.
Location & map reference
Route reference — not the incident, works site or boarding position: Eastbourne railway station — route-planning reference.
Public Eastbourne station reference for passengers planning the affected journey. This is NOT the works site, a closure boundary or a confirmed replacement-bus boarding point.
Reference coordinates: 50.769376, 0.281247.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Lewes Bonfire restrictions affect Eastbourne journeys
Lewes · Eastbourne travelThe joint official notice expects trains to stop calling at Lewes and four nearby stations from around 17:00 until the next morning. Final departures vary; check your itinerary. Public bodies ask people outside Lewes to choose local celebrations.
Location & map reference
Route reference — not the incident, works site or boarding position: Eastbourne railway station — route-planning reference.
Public Eastbourne station reference for passengers planning the affected journey. This is NOT the works site, a closure boundary or a confirmed replacement-bus boarding point.
Reference coordinates: 50.769376, 0.281247.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Seaford seafront flood alert removed
Seaford · Eastbourne visitor safetyThe Environment Agency has removed the Seaford seafront flood alert. It expects coastal conditions to improve, but standing water and debris may remain. Eastbourne visitors should stay away from floodwater and check current coastal advice; removal is not an all-clear for every road or footpath.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact flood site or boundary: Martello Tower, Seaford — seafront flood-alert area reference.
Historical public Martello Tower reference for the Seaford seafront alert removed at 15:44 GMT on 26 October. This is NOT a current flood alert, flood boundary, road closure or safe gathering point. Standing water and debris may remain.
Reference coordinates: 50.767026, 0.103974.
Location reference source · Museum’s public location · Location reviewed .
Pevensey seafront flood alert removed
Pevensey Bay · Eastbourne visitor safetyThe Environment Agency has removed the Pevensey seafront flood alert. It expects coastal conditions to improve, but standing water and debris may remain. Eastbourne visitors should stay away from floodwater and check current coastal advice; removal is not an all-clear for every road or beach.
Location & map reference
Area reference — not the exact flood site or boundary: Pevensey Bay beach — Pevensey seafront flood-alert area reference.
Historical public beach-area reference for the Pevensey seafront alert removed at 13:19 GMT on 26 October. This is NOT a current flood alert, a flood boundary, an affected property, an access recommendation or a safe gathering point. Standing water and debris may remain.
Reference coordinates: 50.80372, 0.34340.
Public beach location and coordinate reference · Visit Eastbourne beach information · Location reviewed .
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Advertised future occurrences, ordered by date. Confirm changes and ticket availability with the organiser.
Half Term Horrors at Knockhatch Adventure Park
Hailsham · Family eventKnockhatch advertises its Half Term Horrors programme from 24–31 October, with seasonal activities and circus, owl and keeper-talk sessions. Its event page lists 31 October, while Visit Eastbourne’s directory currently lists the season through 30 October; confirm directly with the organiser before visiting on the final day.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Knockhatch Adventure Park, Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham.
The organiser’s public find-us page gives this coordinate for the park; it identifies the venue, not any particular attraction or event area.
Reference coordinates: 50.86234, 0.24163.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Beachy Head Experience: advertised visitor opening
Beachy Head · New visitor attractionOfficial sources advertise the new attraction at the former Beachy Head Story centre. Check directly before travelling; the advertised programme is not independent confirmation of today’s opening. Adults £10, ages 3–17 £6; see the operator’s free-entry eligibility.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Beachy Head Experience, former Beachy Head Story centre.
Public venue reference for the former Beachy Head Story museum, the building identified by the operator and Visit Eastbourne. This replaces an unavailable fountain-directory reference. It is not a cliff-edge, trail, entrance or emergency point.
Reference coordinates: 50.74057, 0.25176.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
The Yellow Tie screenings, including a captioned show
Towner · CinemaTowner lists the biographical film about conductor Sergiu Celibidache, with John Malkovich and Sean Bean. Certificate 15; 145 minutes. Check the venue’s booking page for prices, availability and access details.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at Towner deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
De Gaulle: Liberté at Towner Cinema
Towner · CinemaTowner lists the second part of Antonin Baudry’s historical drama, running 2 hours 39 minutes. Its official listing warns of flickering or flashing lights that may affect people with photosensitive epilepsy. Check booking availability and access information with the cinema.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at Towner deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Free creative drop-in at Towner
Towner · Family activitiesMake Space welcomes all ages for creative activities in Studio 2 on the first floor. It is free and drop-in, with lift access; visitors can also bring their own creative project.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne.
Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Free Cecilia Fiona exhibition at Towner
Towner · ExhibitionSpirals Gathering, Time Breathing brings together sculptures and paintings in an immersive installation. The exhibition remains available during the next fortnight.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at Towner deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Half-term family film: Arrietty at Towner
Towner · FamiliesTowner lists half-term family screenings of Studio Ghibli’s animated adventure about tiny Borrowers living beneath the floorboards. Certificate U; 94 minutes. Check ticket availability and access information with the cinema.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at Towner deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Brainiac Live at the Congress Theatre
Congress Theatre · FamiliesEastbourne Theatres lists the science-themed family stage show at the Congress Theatre, with a one-hour runtime. Check current prices, booking availability and access information with the venue.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Events at Congress Theatre deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76281, 0.2834.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Free Black History Month poetry evening at Grove Theatre
Grove Theatre · CommunityGrove Theatre lists an evening of poetry, music and speakers with Poetry Cafe Eastbourne for Black History Month. The venue is beneath Eastbourne Library on Grove Road. Check the organiser’s access and attendance details before visiting.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: The Grove Theatre, beneath Eastbourne Library, Grove Road.
Public library-building reference for the theatre beneath it, not the theatre entrance. Grove Theatre events deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76872, 0.27932.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Disco Bingo: current programme status unverified
Compton Street · Evening activityThe venue’s homepage still promotes Tuesday bingo from 20:00, but the explicitly dated programme could not be reopened. The earlier 27 October date and finishing time have not been reverified. Last genuine programme check: 24 October 2026. No cancellation has been confirmed; contact the venue before travelling.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference — not a specific entrance, seat or room: The Bohemian, 10 Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Historical public venue reference for an earlier Bohemian programme listing. Current event status is unverified; this pin does NOT confirm that the advertised session will go ahead. It is not a table, room or precise entrance.
Reference coordinates: 50.76280, 0.28477.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Two Mr Ps in a Podcast at Devonshire Park
Eastbourne · TheatreThe podcast hosts bring their classroom stories and audience anecdotes to Devonshire Park Theatre. The venue lists a two-hour show including the interval, with tickets from £34. Check availability and access arrangements. The current venue programme confirms the date; check the booking page for performance time and remaining tickets.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference — not a specific entrance, seat or room: Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Events at Devonshire Park Theatre deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76317, 0.28504.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
EODS: We Will Rock You opens at the Royal Hippodrome
Eastbourne · Musical theatreEastbourne Operatic and Dramatic Society presents the Queen and Ben Elton musical. The theatre lists £22 full-price tickets and £16 for under-16s. Check subsequent performance dates, availability and access before booking.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference — not a specific entrance, seat or room: Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not an entrance or seat location. All events at the Royal Hippodrome deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.7693, 0.2927.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Dracula the Panto at the Grove Theatre
Eastbourne · TheatreThe Grove advertises a comic stage adaptation of Dracula performed by two actors. Check the venue’s booking page for availability, suitability and access arrangements before attending.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference — not a specific entrance, seat or room: The Grove Theatre, beneath Eastbourne Library, Grove Road.
Public library-building reference for the theatre beneath it, not the theatre entrance. Grove Theatre events deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76872, 0.27932.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Anton Du Beke: Steps in Time at the Congress
Eastbourne · TheatreAnton Du Beke discusses his life and career at the Congress Theatre. The venue lists tickets from £55.75, with separate meet-and-greet options. Check current availability and the theatre’s access information.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference — not a specific entrance, seat or room: Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Events at Congress Theatre deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76281, 0.2834.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Devonshire Ward heritage exhibition at VOLT
Seaside Road · Free exhibitionDiscover, Celebrate, Grow brings local residents’ research, maps and artwork into an exhibition about Devonshire Ward at VOLT, 67–69 Seaside Road. Saturday’s opening event has finished, but the exhibition continues. Check the organiser’s venue and access information before visiting.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: VOLT, 67–69 Seaside Road, Eastbourne.
Public venue location checked against the organiser’s linked Google Maps record for Devonshire Collective at 67–69 Seaside Road; not the separate DC Learn Studio.
Reference coordinates: 50.7680601, 0.2907346.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Yoga in the Gallery at Towner
WellbeingTowner’s hour-long session is suitable for all levels. Tickets are £9; book ahead and bring your own mat.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne.
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne. Several listings share this pin; choose a headline for the date and source.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Towner Cine Club: Eraserhead with an introduction
Towner · CinemaTowner’s Cine Club lists David Lynch’s Eraserhead with an introduction. Check the cinema’s listing for tickets, availability and access information.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at Towner deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Frankenstein listing off sale; event status unconfirmed
Grove Theatre · Film and live musicThe ticket record checked on 24 October was marked Hidden and Off Sale. The issuer could not be reopened on 26 October, and the performance is absent from the current venue calendar. No cancellation or confirmation that it will go ahead has been verified. Contact the organiser before travelling.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: The Grove Theatre, beneath Eastbourne Library, Grove Road.
Historical Grove Theatre building reference for an earlier programme listing. The current event status is unverified; this is NOT confirmation that the performance is going ahead. The venue reference is not an entrance or a live incident site.
Reference coordinates: 50.76872, 0.27932.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story at the Congress
Congress Theatre · Tribute concertBarry Steele’s Roy Orbison tribute show is listed at the Congress Theatre. Check the official booking page for availability, ticket conditions and access information. The current venue programme confirms the date; check the booking page for performance time and remaining tickets.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Events at Congress Theatre deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76281, 0.2834.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Psychic Sally stage show at Devonshire Park
Devonshire Park · Stage entertainmentSally Morgan’s touring stage show is listed at Devonshire Park Theatre. Check the official event page for booking, availability and access information. The current venue programme confirms the date; check the booking page for performance time and remaining tickets.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Events at Devonshire Park Theatre deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76317, 0.28504.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Free Friday Chatty Café at the Town Hall
Town Hall · CommunitySussex Guildhall’s weekly café offers a place to meet others over tea or coffee. No booking is needed; the organiser welcomes people attending alone or with a friend.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Sussex Guildhall, inside Eastbourne Town Hall, Grove Road.
Public Town Hall building reference for Sussex Guildhall community sessions, not a particular room or entrance.
Reference coordinates: 50.76676, 0.27783.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Dr Frankenslime’s Spooktacular Halloween at the Grove
Grove Theatre · Children’s showThe Grove lists an hour of Halloween magic tricks and science experiments for children. The venue directs bookings and ticket enquiries to organiser RM Events. Check suitability, availability and access arrangements before booking.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: The Grove Theatre, beneath Eastbourne Library, Grove Road.
Public library-building reference for the theatre beneath it, not the theatre entrance. Grove Theatre events deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76872, 0.27932.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Free half-term Family Day and Quiet Hour at Towner
Towner · FamiliesTowner’s autumn Family Day offers mask-making, dough activities and other creative tasks across the building. Caregivers must stay with their children. Book free tickets in advance where possible; the Quiet Hour has limited numbers for a more relaxed, supported visit. Check access requirements with the gallery.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne.
Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Halloween family skating night at My Skate World
Eastbourne · Half-term activitiesThe venue advertises a Halloween family session with skating, scooting, music and lights. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Skate or scooter hire and non-skater entry are charged separately; check the organiser’s booking page for prices, availability and equipment rules.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: My Skateworld, 16A Maple Road, Eastbourne, BN23 6NY.
Public venue reference supplied by the organiser’s event-page directions link, not a particular entrance or rink position.
Reference coordinates: 50.7884688, 0.3066501.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Everybody Digs Bill Evans at Towner
Towner · CinemaTowner lists Grant Gee’s film about jazz pianist Bill Evans, with Anders Danielsen Lie, Bill Pullman and Laurie Metcalf. Certificate 15. Check the gallery’s booking page for ticket availability and access information.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at Towner deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Klara and the Sun, including a captioned screening
Towner · CinemaTowner lists Taika Waititi’s adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel, with Jenna Ortega. Certificate 12A. The Wednesday 4 November screening is captioned. Check ticket availability and access details with the cinema.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at Towner deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Free board-game and roleplay club
Town Hall · CommunitySussex Guildhall welcomes new and experienced players for board games, card games and tabletop roleplay at its Town Hall community hub. No booking is required.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Sussex Guildhall, inside Eastbourne Town Hall, Grove Road.
Public Town Hall building reference for Sussex Guildhall community sessions, not a particular room or entrance.
Reference coordinates: 50.76676, 0.27783.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Rhythm of the 90s Halloween Party at the Winter Garden
Winter Garden · Live musicEastbourne Theatres lists the live 1990s dance-music show at the Winter Garden. The event is restricted to adults aged 18 and over. Check current tickets, entry conditions and access arrangements with the venue before booking. The current venue programme confirms the date; check the booking page for performance time and remaining tickets.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Winter Garden, Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Public Winter Garden building reference, not a particular room or entrance. Events at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76282, 0.28441.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous at Devonshire Park
Devonshire Park · ComedyRuby Wax and producer Clive Tulloh revisit clips and stories from her television interviews. Eastbourne Theatres lists a two-hour show including the interval. Check current availability, ticket conditions and access information before booking. The current venue programme confirms the date; check the booking page for performance time and remaining tickets.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Events at Devonshire Park Theatre deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76317, 0.28504.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Meat Loaf by Candlelight at the Congress
Congress Theatre · Tribute concertEastbourne Theatres lists a candlelit tribute concert featuring Meat Loaf songs at the Congress Theatre. Check the official booking page for current ticket availability, entry conditions and access arrangements.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Events at Congress Theatre deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76281, 0.2834.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Down in the Basement: Northern Soul at the Grove
Grove Theatre · MusicThe Grove advertises an evening of Northern Soul at its Eastbourne Library venue, with music from 19:00 until midnight. Check the linked organiser’s ticket page for admission and availability.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Grove Theatre, Eastbourne Library, 1 Grove Road.
Public venue-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Listings at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76872, 0.27932.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Towner minibus tour to the Eastbourne dew ponds
Towner · Downland tourTowner lists a minibus excursion with Waterweek artists to dew ponds near Black Robin Farm, with pickup outside the gallery. Check tickets and access arrangements: the pond area is not wheelchair friendly, and the event may be postponed in a storm.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Route reference — not a precise boarding position: Towner Eastbourne — minibus-tour departure reference.
Public Towner building reference for the organiser-confirmed pickup outside the gallery. This is NOT the precise boarding position, a dew pond, walking route or cliff-edge location.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Free Sunday card-game sessions for beginners and players
Town Hall · CommunitySussex Guildhall’s Disney Lorcana sessions include help learning the game and decks to borrow. Existing players can bring their own deck; no booking is needed.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Sussex Guildhall, inside Eastbourne Town Hall, Grove Road.
Public Town Hall building reference for Sussex Guildhall community sessions, not a particular room or entrance.
Reference coordinates: 50.76676, 0.27783.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
The Drifters at the Congress Theatre
Congress Theatre · MusicThe theatre lists The Drifters at Congress on 1 November. Use its booking information for the start time, remaining tickets and access arrangements.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road, Eastbourne.
Public venue-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Listings at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76281, 0.2834.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf
Devonshire Park Theatre · ComedyStewart Lee’s show is listed at Devonshire Park Theatre on 1 November. Check the current booking page for performance time, content guidance and availability.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Public venue-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Listings at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76317, 0.28504.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Local Plan information drop-in at the Town Hall
Eastbourne Town Hall · Public consultationThe council advertises a drop-in in the Town Hall Court Room to explain the proposed-submission plan and representation process. The extended response deadline is 17:00 GMT on 1 December. This is an information event, not adoption of the plan.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Eastbourne Town Hall, Grove Road — Court Room event.
Public Town Hall building reference, not the Court Room entrance or a proposed development site. Other Town Hall events deliberately share this pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76676, 0.27783.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Eastbourne Stagers’ All Star Musical Concert
Grove Theatre · Musical concertEastbourne Stagers’ musical concert has five advertised performances at the Grove. Doors open 30 minutes before each show. The organiser manages bookings through its own ticketing page.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Grove Theatre, Eastbourne Library, 1 Grove Road.
Public venue-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Listings at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76872, 0.27932.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Collage night: current programme status unverified
Eastbourne · Creative eventThe earlier programme advertised a free Cult Milk collage session. Its current date, time and availability could not be reverified because the event programme was unavailable. Last genuine programme check: 25 October 2026. No cancellation has been confirmed; contact the venue before travelling.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference — not a specific entrance, seat or room: The Bohemian, 10 Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Historical public venue reference for an earlier Bohemian programme listing. Current event status is unverified; this pin does NOT confirm that the advertised session will go ahead. It is not a table, room or precise entrance.
Reference coordinates: 50.76280, 0.28477.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Royal Hippodrome history and backstage tour
Eastbourne · Theatre heritageThe theatre’s Friends offer a tour of the building’s history and areas visitors do not normally see. Tickets are £5. The advertised duration is approximate; confirm access and availability with the theatre.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference — not a specific entrance, seat or room: Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not an entrance or seat location. All events at the Royal Hippodrome deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.7693, 0.2927.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Al Murray: All You Need is Guv
Congress Theatre · ComedyAl Murray’s comedy show is advertised at Congress on 5 November. The theatre gives a runtime of 2 hours 5 minutes including the interval; check the booking page for the start time and tickets.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road, Eastbourne.
Public venue-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Listings at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76281, 0.2834.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Ravilious-inspired linocut Christmas-card workshop
Towner · WorkshopTowner advertises a beginner-friendly session led by Zara Wilkins, with materials provided and a break included. Participants make linocut designs and printed cards. Check booking availability with the gallery.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Public Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at Towner deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Towner Christmas Fair: free entry
Towner · FairTowner advertises independent makers selling ceramics, textiles, jewellery, prints and homewares. Entry is free; purchases cost extra. The three-day event starts within the next fortnight.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Public Towner building reference, not a room entrance. Events at Towner deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Saffrons fireworks display advertised for 6 November
Eastbourne · Organised fireworksVisit Eastbourne lists the display at the Saffrons Sports Ground, with fairground rides and food and drink stalls. Check current ticket arrangements and any weather changes before travelling.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Saffrons Sports Ground, Compton Place Road, Eastbourne.
Public sports-ground reference for the advertised event. This is NOT a precise fireworks launch point, spectator entrance or safe viewing boundary.
Reference coordinates: 50.7669, 0.27493.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Disco For Grown Ups at the Winter Garden
Winter Garden · MusicThe venue programme lists Disco For Grown Ups at the Winter Garden on 6 November. Confirm admission requirements, timing and ticket availability with the venue.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Winter Garden, Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Public venue-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Listings at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76282, 0.28441.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
80s HiFi at the Royal Hippodrome
Eastbourne · Live musicThe theatre advertises a live band performing music from the 1980s. Tickets are listed at £21.50; check current availability before booking.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference — not a specific entrance, seat or room: Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not an entrance or seat location. All events at the Royal Hippodrome deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.7693, 0.2927.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Eastbourne Farmers Market outside Towner and Congress
Devonshire Quarter · Local marketTowner and Eastbourne Food Partnership present the monthly market of local produce and wares on the square outside Towner and Congress. Check the event listing before setting out.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Towner Eastbourne, College Road.
Public Towner building reference for the market on the adjacent square outside Towner and Congress. This is not a stall position or an indoor event. The same venue pin is shared deliberately.
Reference coordinates: 50.76278, 0.282947.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Voices In Harmony at the Winter Garden
Winter Garden · MusicVoices In Harmony is advertised at the Winter Garden on 7 November. Check the official event page for performance time, ticket availability and access information.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Winter Garden, Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Public venue-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Listings at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76282, 0.28441.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Queenz: Battle of the Divas!
Devonshire Park Theatre · MusicThe music show is listed at Devonshire Park Theatre on 7 November. Use the theatre’s current booking page for timing, content guidance and availability.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Public venue-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Listings at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76317, 0.28504.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
UK Queen tribute show at the Royal Hippodrome
Eastbourne · Live musicThe Royal Hippodrome lists the Queen tribute show with tickets at £29. Confirm ticket availability and access directly with the theatre.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference — not a specific entrance, seat or room: Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Road, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not an entrance or seat location. All events at the Royal Hippodrome deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.7693, 0.2927.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Revolution Pro Wrestling at the Winter Garden
Eastbourne · WrestlingEastbourne Theatres’ current programme advertises Revolution Pro Wrestling at the Winter Garden, with tickets from £20. Confirm the start time, access and ticket availability with the venue before travelling.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue reference: Winter Garden, Compton Street, Eastbourne.
Public venue-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Listings at this venue deliberately share one pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76282, 0.28441.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
Sky Full of Stars at the Congress Theatre
Congress Theatre · MusicEastbourne Theatres lists Sky Full of Stars at the Congress Theatre on 8 November. Check the venue’s booking page for the performance time, ticket availability and access arrangements.
Advertised future dates
Location & map reference
Venue location: Congress Theatre, Carlisle Road, Eastbourne.
Public theatre-building reference, not a seat or entrance. Events at Congress Theatre deliberately share the same pin.
Reference coordinates: 50.76281, 0.2834.
Location reference source · Location reviewed .
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