Eastbourne
Properties and events in Eastbourne
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Beachy Head Downland Trail: Victorian Rambles
Join us for a guided walk around ‘Victorian’ Beachy Head!
DQ150 History walk
Celebrate 150 years of Devonshire Park with Heritage Collections Officer Kelly van Doorn, on this historic walking tour!
Eastbourne Heritage Centre
Discover the story of how Eastbourne developed to became the popular and thriving seaside resort that attracts visitors and is enjoyed by residents. Are You Being Served - our nostalgic exhibition about the history of the town's department stores.
Hidden Motcombe
Discover the history of Eastbourne's Old Town and explore rarely opened sites!
Ocklynge Cemetery Tour
Join the Friends of Ocklynge Cemetery to uncover Eastbourne's history through people of the past in this guided tour of the cemetery.
Overlooking the Long Man of Wilmington: Wilmington Priory
Open once a year for Heritage Open Days, Wilmington Priory dates back to 1215 and alterations have taken place in almost every century since. Visit to explore this local landmark and discover its history.
Routes to Roots at Butts Brow
Routes to roots or Roots to routes? Discover the many connections between human activity and the natural history of the Eastbourne Downland via walks and talks on Butts Brow with the Changing Chalk team.
Royal Hippodrome Theatre
Catch a behind-the-scenes look at this old theatre before taking in an exhibition of historic material.
Sir Charles Lucas and his heritage
The history of Sir Charles Lucas (1613-1648) and his heritage, with associated portraits (Dobson, Lely, Reynolds, Lawrence) and objects.
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Wish Tower Open to Visit
The Wish Tower is a Napoleonic Martello Tower and is one of few, in original condition, that is ever open to visit.