EXPERIENCE SUSSEX, the official visitor economy development programme for East and West Sussex, has released research that reveals the significant value of tourism for businesses in the region.
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Windfall for Bexhill projects to promote sustainable travel
PROJECTS to encourage people in Bexhill to travel on foot, by bike or on public transport have been given a cash boost.
Half a million pounds has been awarded for two schemes which will see improvements to junctions, pavements and bus stops, as well as the creation of a cycle hub at the town’s railway station. Continue reading
Enjoy stunning coastal views safely, visitors warned
VISITORS to East Sussex’s spectacular white cliffs are being urged to stay safe this summer.
Each year thousands of tonnes of chalk fall from the cliffs, which stretch from the edge of Eastbourne, past Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters and Seaford Head. Continue reading
Residents warned to be on their guard against new scams
TRADING Standards officers are stepping up the fight against fraudsters after uncovering new scams across East Sussex.
The new cons came to light during Scams Awareness 2019 when officers spoke to residents at events across the county. Continue reading
East Sussex kids’ favourite book named
A MYSTERY adventure in which a boy’s life changes forever when a giant sinkhole appears under his home has been named East Sussex children’s favourite book.
The Jewelled Jaguar, by Sharon Tregenza, came first in a poll of county schoolchildren to claim top prize in the East Sussex Children’s Book Awards, at a ceremony at Eastbourne’s Royal Hippodrome Theatre attended by 130 children. Continue reading