{"id":2,"date":"2025-04-08T10:02:38","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T10:02:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beta.visionforeastbourne.org\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2025-12-03T13:10:19","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T13:10:19","slug":"sample-page","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/beta.visionforeastbourne.org\/index.php\/sample-page\/","title":{"rendered":"Events"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Our Eco Fair is taking place on Western Lawns, near Bistrot Pierre and the Lansdowne Hotel.<\/strong>
It is on\u00a0Saturday, 9th May 2026<\/strong>. It starts at 10.00 am<\/strong> and goes on until 3.00 pm<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Plastic Free Eastbourne\u2019s annual Eco Fair<\/strong> is a vibrant celebration of sustainability, community action, and local creativity. With more than 40 stalls arranged into themed \u201cvillages\u201d- including Food, Crafts, Market, Community, and Campaigning. Visitors can explore a wide range of eco-friendly products, local talent, practical solutions, and inspiring initiatives. The Opening Ceremony takes place at 1pm in the Events Village Square, where the Mayor, local MP, our Gold Sponsor, and Plastic Free Eastbourne\u2019s Community Leader will officially launch the festival. Throughout the day, families can enjoy activities such as the Kidical Mass Cycle Ride, puppet shows, and hands-on environmental games.<\/p>

We encourage everyone to travel to the Eco Fair as sustainably as possible: walk, cycle, use public transport, or share car journeys where needed. True to our mission, the event is completely free of single-use plastics, with fresh drinking water available from the council-supported refill station. Visitors are asked to bring reusable bottles and embrace the principles of our campaign to eliminate plastic bottles, balloons, cling film, takeaway cups, and other harmful single-use items from Eastbourne. The Eco Fair is more than an event – it\u2019s a community celebration of positive change and a chance to help shape a cleaner, greener future for our town.<\/p>

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Plastic Free Eastbourne AGM<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Plastic Free Eastbourne\u2019s Annual General Meeting brings together our community groups, volunteers, partner organisations, and supporters to reflect on the progress we\u2019ve made and plan the year ahead.<\/p>

It\u2019s a space where everyone – businesses, schools, environmental groups, residents, and local leaders – can share ideas, celebrate achievements, and raise the issues that matter most to them. By listening to each other and recognising the work happening across Eastbourne, we ensure our efforts remain truly community-led.<\/p>

At the AGM, we work collaboratively to set priorities, develop new projects, and strengthen partnerships that benefit the whole town. Whether it\u2019s expanding our Refill Station network, organising major events, supporting Plastic Free Businesses, or launching new campaigns, every initiative is shaped by the people who care about Eastbourne\u2019s future. Together, we build a shared vision for the year ahead\u2014one rooted in cooperation, commitment, and collective action for a cleaner, greener, plastic-free Eastbourne.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Plastic Free Eastbourne\u2019s\u00a0Eco Fair<\/strong>\u00a0is one of the town\u2019s most exciting annual events \u2013 a vibrant celebration of sustainability, creativity, and community spirit. Set on the stunning Western Lawns, the fair brings together more than 40 stalls across themed villages, offering everything from eco-friendly products and local crafts to environmental campaigns and delicious, sustainable food. It\u2019s a day filled with colour, conversation, and discovery, giving everyone a chance to explore practical solutions for living greener while enjoying a fantastic day out by the sea.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>

What makes the Eco Fair truly special is how it connects the entire community. Families, businesses, schools, charities, and local organisations all gather in one place to share ideas, showcase local talent, and inspire positive action. With activities such as the Kidical Mass Cycle Ride, puppet shows, hands-on workshops, and interactive games, the fair is bursting with energy and offers something for all ages. It\u2019s an event that welcomes everyone, whether you\u2019re eco-curious or already an environmental champion and creates a strong sense of belonging and shared purpose.<\/p>

At its heart, the Eco Fair is about working together to build a cleaner, greener, plastic-free Eastbourne. By encouraging sustainable transport, promoting reusable bottles over single-use plastics, and highlighting local environmental initiatives, the Eco Fair empowers visitors to make small, meaningful changes that add up to a big impact. It\u2019s a celebration of community strength, environmental action, and the belief that together, we can protect the town we love.<\/p>

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Energise Sussex Coast gives free advice on anything from problem energy and water bills, to energy saving measures and insulation, solar and heat pumps. Come along and meet an adviser and play some games and win some energy saving equipment for your home! We\u2019ll also be joined by Ovesco, our partner organisation in the west of the county, and volunteer Energy Champions.\u00a0www.energisesussexcoast.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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We are a charity based in Hailsham and part of our remit is to recycle unused sealed medical consumables that have been prescribed to patients but not used.
When they are not used \u2013 due to recovery or end of life \u2013 they cannot be returned to the NHS and would end up in landfill. We recycle them to war zones, and low income countries, and in some instances where they can be re-used in the UK to food banks.
It is quite a shock to most people when they see so much waste.
We work with many GP practices in all of East Sussex, but would like to get our message across to the public wherever we can and thought that there might be an opportunity at your Eco Fair.
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Kidical Mass Eastbourne is a joyful, family-friendly cycle ride that brings children, parents, and the whole community together to celebrate safe, sustainable travel. As part of the Eco Fair, it sets the tone for the entire day, colourful, energetic, and full of positivity.<\/p>

Over 60 riders take to the streets to show how fun and accessible cycling can be for everyone. The ride doesn\u2019t just promote cleaner air and safer streets for young people; it also shines a spotlight on Eastbourne as a forward-thinking, community-driven town that embraces active travel and environmental action.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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I am an Eco Crafter and only work with materials destined for the recycling bank, eg: paper\/magazines, bottles, plastic containers, tins, flowers, leftover threads and linen.<\/p>

My original goal had been to make waste baskets from waste paper (which I completed) which led me creating more baskets, waterproof plant pot holders, lanterns, hardy rugs, place mats, linen baskets.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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This year\u2019s Blue Heart stand features some of our partners, showcasing their projects. We\u2019ll have hands-on activities from our SuDS for Schools programme for families to try; Ed Barsley will be sharing his completed Augmented Reality map of the Shinewater area and gathering feedback; Strandliners will be talking about their water quality testing project and recruiting volunteers to help create the Museum of Water<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Eastbourne Sea Swimmers<\/h4>

We congregate on the beach opposite Langham Hotel on every Saturday and Sunday at 9am in the water. Eastbourne Sea Swimmers take a dip in the English Channel together every weekend rain or shine.<\/p>

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Eastbourne Food Partnership CIC is an umbrella organisation whose purpose is to facilitate, champion and support local groups, community projects, local food growers, producers and retailers, to help ensure that everyone in Eastbourne has access to healthy, local, affordable food.<\/p>

Eastbourne Food Partnership brings together communities, individuals and organisations that are committed to creating a more equitable, sustainable and diverse food system in Eastbourne. We believe that everyone in Eastbourne should be able to enjoy good food and participate in a diverse, equitable and sustainable local food culture.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Hi, I\u2019m Terri, I am an Independent Tropic Ambassador and I run Beautifully Me By Terri. Tropic is all about fresh, natural beauty that\u2019s as kind to the planet as it is to your skin. Every product is packed with sustainably sourced, plant-powered ingredients, and everything is 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and freshly made in the UK. They\u2019re passionate about ethical beauty, from using eco-friendly packaging to supporting charitable causes through their profits. Whether you\u2019re after glowing skincare, gorgeous makeup, or body care treats, Tropic makes it easy to feel good inside and out. It\u2019s not just about looking beautiful \u2013 it\u2019s about making a real difference too, one product at a time!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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We will be promoting how to encourage biodiversity in nature and protect our environment. We will have some practical ideas such as how to sow wildflowers in gardens and planting seeds in pots. We will have colourful charts to demonstrate herbs and flowers that attract pollinators.
I will have sign up sheets for people who may want to join our local Friends of the Earth group and have information about our latest project \u2013 Wildflowers at 5 Acre Field in Eastbourne.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Here at Fox & bee clothing all our clothes are handmade by me , we are based in Eastbourne and have a studio \/ shop in ESK Gardening centre ( near the cafe )<\/p>

All our clothing is made from organic cotton, they are breathable and suitable for children\u2019s delicate skin.<\/p>

All my children suffer with eczema & I have 2 children who are on the spectrum , they have sensory issues with clothing ,<\/p>

This is how I started making clothes .. I needed to make items that where suitable for there sensitive skin , but also made them feel comfortable when moving around.
They love wearing my clothes , we even offer to put the seams on the outside .. this is how my kids loved to wear my clothes at first .<\/p>

The idea is we make this bespoke outfit to suit your needs, it could be adding slightly longer length or slightly bigger waist, anything to make the garment last longer .<\/p>

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From flushing the loo to making a brew and everything else we do each day, we\u2019re constantly using water in our homes.
The south east of England is one of the most water-stressed areas in the UK. With a growing population, more homes, and climate change, we all need to save water. This makes sure there\u2019s enough water for everyone, and for our plants and wildlife.
Over 70 per cent of Earth is water, but only 1 per cent can be safely used for drinking water.<\/p>

When everyone turns on their taps, has a shower or uses the dishwasher at the same time, it can put pressure on our water supply network.<\/p>

That\u2019s why we\u2019re asking you to make a few simple changes at home to save water. This means there\u2019s more water for everyone, and more water stays in the environment.
On our stall at this years Spring Water Festival<\/strong> we\u2019ll be giving away free water saving devices and offering advice and tips on being more water efficient in the home so come and have a chat!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Stands for \u201ctextile creations for a brighter future\u201d. Combining fabrics with vibrant prints and bold coloured plains to create unique, reusable, washable, colourful and recyclable Accessories, Home Furnishings, Kitchen Useful\u2019s and Gifts. I want my creations to brighten up my customers lives and support them in living a sustainable lifestyle.<\/p>

My creations are made of 95% cotton fabrics which I can use across my whole range of products, leaving me with less than 5% wastage. I also offer free lifelong repairs \u201cDon\u2019t ditch it, stitch it!\u201d<\/p>

\u201cCover Up\u201c Fabric Lids for bowls and dishes, Drawstring Bags, Hairbands, Reusable Giftbags,
Reusable Breadbags, Snood\/Beanies, Keyrings, Cushion Covers, Aprons, Different size Zip
Pouches
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In 2024, the world saw the hottest year ever recorded, and climate change is only getting worse. As extreme storms, floods, and typhoons become more frequent, the people who\u2019ve done the least to cause this crisis are the ones paying the highest price.<\/p>

We will be bringing an exhibition to the eco fair<\/p>

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which shares the powerful, personal stories of those on the frontlines of climate change. Through images of treasured belongings destroyed in typhoons, alongside audio recordings and video interviews with those who\u2019ve suffered first-hand, we invite you to experience the stories of Filipino communities at breaking point and find out how you can help.<\/p>

Each photograph and story represents not just a loss, but a call for change. It\u2019s a reminder that the climate crisis is not distant\u2014it\u2019s happening now. We stand together in solidarity, demanding action from those most responsible.<\/p>

Come, see the exhibition, hear their voices, and join our movement for climate justice. Together, we can fight for a better, more just future for everyone.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Reusing, repurposing and recycling have been part of my
life ethos since I can remember. Sewing too has been part
of that whether it\u2019s altering and mending garments or
making household products to help others make those
small step changes towards a more sustainable lifestyle.
I have decorated the tree with white pom-poms made from
bridal veil offcuts, reusable makeup remover pads both
crochet and fabric and small Christmas trees from recycled
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of my projects and do please take a card if you have a
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The Promenade arts trail is open in the seven participating hotels in public areas, 10:00 to 22:00<\/p>

Hydro Hotel \u2013 Library and Conservatory
The Lansdowne Hotel -Regency Bar and opposite Willingdon Lounge
The View Hotel \u2013 Lobby, foyer book shelves and first floor reception book shelves
West Rocks Hotel \u2013 Middle reception room
Hotel Cumberland \u2013 Devonshire Bar and Derwent Room
York House Hotel \u2013 Varandah Bar
East Beach Hotel -Sun lounge entrance<\/p>

Promenade art trail with the theme of water is hosted by Eastbourne\u2019s leading hotels. Enjoy walking the promenade, stopping to view contemporary art in the hotels\u2019 public bars, and restaurants.<\/p>

From May to September the theme is Water and from September to May the theme is Land.<\/p>

Compass Arts continues, revealing new and different perspectives through the eyes of neurodivergent artists.<\/p>

This event forms part of the Eastbourne Spring Water Festival 25 between 9th and 19th May 2025<\/p>

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Tent Totes are a family operation which is \u2013 locally \u2013 collecting and saving broken tent fabric from ending up in landfill. Sorting the materials and recycling what we can, we are hand sewing the usable fabrics into useful waterproof bags for everyday items. Perfect for swimmers, for everyday shopping or even to line cycle panniers or backpacks, these useful and affordable hand-made bags are also saving resources.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

My mindspace\u2019s fabrics are all reclaimed from sheds, drawers and fabric stashes or come from old shirts and dresses or from fabric sample books. Scraps of gorgeous cotton or linen fabrics are put to use on notebooks and sketchbooks. They will feel wonderful to use and still look great when full and can be kept on your shelf with your ideas or sketches kept safely knowing that these beautiful items are also reclaiming lost fabric.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Events Spring Water Festival and AGM Our Eco Fair is taking place on Western Lawns, near Bistrot Pierre and the Lansdowne Hotel.It is on\u00a0Saturday, 9th May 2026. It starts at 10.00 am and goes on until 3.00 pm. Plastic Free Eastbourne\u2019s annual Eco Fair is a vibrant celebration of sustainability, community action, and local creativity. With more than 40 stalls arranged into themed \u201cvillages\u201d- including Food, Crafts, Market, Community, and Campaigning. Visitors can explore a wide range of eco-friendly products, local talent, practical solutions, and inspiring initiatives. The Opening Ceremony takes place at 1pm in the Events Village Square, where the Mayor, local MP, our Gold Sponsor, and Plastic Free Eastbourne\u2019s Community Leader will officially launch the festival. Throughout the day, families can enjoy activities such as the Kidical Mass Cycle Ride, puppet shows, and hands-on environmental games. We encourage everyone to travel to the Eco Fair as sustainably as possible: walk, cycle, use public transport, or share car journeys where needed. True to our mission, the event is completely free of single-use plastics, with fresh drinking water available from the council-supported refill station. Visitors are asked to bring reusable bottles and embrace the principles of our campaign to eliminate plastic bottles, balloons, cling film, takeaway cups, and other harmful single-use items from Eastbourne. The Eco Fair is more than an event – it\u2019s a community celebration of positive change and a chance to help shape a cleaner, greener future for our town. Find out more below Plastic Free Eastbourne AGM Plastic Free Eastbourne\u2019s Annual General Meeting brings together our community groups, volunteers, partner organisations, and supporters to reflect on the progress we\u2019ve made and plan the year ahead. It\u2019s a space where everyone – businesses, schools, environmental groups, residents, and local leaders – can share ideas, celebrate achievements, and raise the issues that matter most to them. By listening to each other and recognising the work happening across Eastbourne, we ensure our efforts remain truly community-led. At the AGM, we work collaboratively to set priorities, develop new projects, and strengthen partnerships that benefit the whole town. Whether it\u2019s expanding our Refill Station network, organising major events, supporting Plastic Free Businesses, or launching new campaigns, every initiative is shaped by the people who care about Eastbourne\u2019s future. Together, we build a shared vision for the year ahead\u2014one rooted in cooperation, commitment, and collective action for a cleaner, greener, plastic-free Eastbourne. Eco Fair Plastic Free Eastbourne\u2019s\u00a0Eco Fair\u00a0is one of the town\u2019s most exciting annual events \u2013 a vibrant celebration of sustainability, creativity, and community spirit. Set on the stunning Western Lawns, the fair brings together more than 40 stalls across themed villages, offering everything from eco-friendly products and local crafts to environmental campaigns and delicious, sustainable food. It\u2019s a day filled with colour, conversation, and discovery, giving everyone a chance to explore practical solutions for living greener while enjoying a fantastic day out by the sea. What makes the Eco Fair truly special is how it connects the entire community. Families, businesses, schools, charities, and local organisations all gather in one place to share ideas, showcase local talent, and inspire positive action. With activities such as the Kidical Mass Cycle Ride, puppet shows, hands-on workshops, and interactive games, the fair is bursting with energy and offers something for all ages. It\u2019s an event that welcomes everyone, whether you\u2019re eco-curious or already an environmental champion and creates a strong sense of belonging and shared purpose. At its heart, the Eco Fair is about working together to build a cleaner, greener, plastic-free Eastbourne. By encouraging sustainable transport, promoting reusable bottles over single-use plastics, and highlighting local environmental initiatives, the Eco Fair empowers visitors to make small, meaningful changes that add up to a big impact. It\u2019s a celebration of community strength, environmental action, and the belief that together, we can protect the town we love. Once you experience it, you\u2019ll want to be part of it every\u00a0year. Eco Fair Allies – Our Supporters Energise Sussex Coast Energise Sussex Coast gives free advice on anything from problem energy and water bills, to energy saving measures and insulation, solar and heat pumps. Come along and meet an adviser and play some games and win some energy saving equipment for your home! We\u2019ll also be joined by Ovesco, our partner organisation in the west of the county, and volunteer Energy Champions.\u00a0www.energisesussexcoast.co.uk Medi Tech Trust We are a charity based in Hailsham and part of our remit is to recycle unused sealed medical consumables that have been prescribed to patients but not used.When they are not used \u2013 due to recovery or end of life \u2013 they cannot be returned to the NHS and would end up in landfill. We recycle them to war zones, and low income countries, and in some instances where they can be re-used in the UK to food banks.It is quite a shock to most people when they see so much waste.We work with many GP practices in all of East Sussex, but would like to get our message across to the public wherever we can and thought that there might be an opportunity at your Eco Fair.Please take a look at our website\u00a0www.meditechtrust.org\u00a0which has some information on what we do. Kidical Mass Kidical Mass Eastbourne is a joyful, family-friendly cycle ride that brings children, parents, and the whole community together to celebrate safe, sustainable travel. As part of the Eco Fair, it sets the tone for the entire day, colourful, energetic, and full of positivity. Over 60 riders take to the streets to show how fun and accessible cycling can be for everyone. The ride doesn\u2019t just promote cleaner air and safer streets for young people; it also shines a spotlight on Eastbourne as a forward-thinking, community-driven town that embraces active travel and environmental action. Somei Back I am an Eco Crafter and only work with materials destined for the recycling bank, eg: paper\/magazines, bottles, plastic containers, tins, flowers, leftover threads and linen. 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