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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Chance to mark the life of East Sussex war hero
SEAFORD residents are being given the chance to commemorate the life of a First World War hero from the town.
Cuthbert Bromley, who was awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery at Gallipoli, died aged 36 in August 1915 after the ship he was travelling in was sunk by a German torpedo. Continue reading
People in Uckfield favour 30-minute High Street parking
LIMITING parking in Uckfield High Street to half an hour is the preferred choice of respondents to the latest questionnaire on a scheme to improve the town centre.
More than half of those who gave feedback favoured a 30-minute limit on parking, while a one-way system was the preferred option for managing traffic during the works. Continue reading
Lasting memorial to an East Sussex war hero
A MEMORIAL has been unveiled to commemorate the life of a First World War hero from East Sussex – 100 years to the day since his death.
Sidney Woodroffe, from Lewes, was awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery in battle at the Belgian village of Hooge, near Ypres, where he lost his life at the age of 19 on July 30, 1915. Continue reading
Flag raising ceremony for Pride 2015
THE Pride flag was flying over County Hall today to mark this weekend’s Brighton Pride celebrations.
The rainbow banner was hoisted aloft by Cllr Colin Belsey, East Sussex County Council chairman, in a ceremony at the authority’s headquarters in Lewes. Continue reading