The Heights, Lights and Sounds of Chicago
Luckily, I wasn’t counting calories as I took another bite from the deep-dish pizza, the cheese melting over the sides, the dough thick and floury coated in a... Read more.
The Lure of the South Pole.
By John Silverton Blue Plaque, 14 Milnthorpe Road, Eastbourne. The first Blue Plaque to be erected in Eastbourne was at 14 Milnthorpe Road, Hampden Park, from 1916... Read more.
An alternative to Nut Roast: Squash and Hazelnut Roast
If you’re looking for an alternative to the traditional nut roast, this Squash and Hazelnut Roast is sure to delight. Many nut roast recipes contain very strong... Read more.
My Treasure Island – a Rock of Fascination Throughout my Life
Episodes, loves and dreams By Albert Fenech As I straggle (I purposely used “straggle” and not “struggle”) on to the end of my lengthy life my thoughts dig... Read more.
Ross Bowie takes on The 13 Bridges Challenge, in aid of SSAFA and This Is Us CIC – “If I can, anyone can”
By Lyn Funnell Tunbridge Wells, Kent, June 2025… “Hi. I am Ross. I am 33 years old, I have cerebral palsy and have spent most of my life in a wheelchair.... Read more.
Ashdown Forest, East Sussex: Volunteers Open Day on 3 July
Ashdown Forest is holding a Volunteers’ Information Day on Thursday 3 July to celebrate its existing volunteers and showcase the roles on offer for new volunteers.... Read more.
A STUDENT from Hassocks in Sussex is swimming across the English Channel to raise funds for the charity that has helped care for her brother.
By Peter Lindsey Kate Barkley is one of six University of Sheffield students who will be setting off from Dover in early July. They have each chosen a charity to…... Read more.
The Good Shepherd Church, Lullington, East Sussex
Nestled deep in the East Sussex countryside, lies the quaint little village of Lullington, a mile away from Alfriston, renowned for ghostly visitations. Â In the... Read more.
The Only Grade II Listed Model Village
The UK isn’t a big place. Break that down into its four parts – England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and you’ll find our destination in England... Read more.
How to be a 1950’s Housewife – Polish and Shine
Put down the sweet smelling, synthetic spray polish and step away from the cans of air freshener, for these are fool’s gold, which will not only make your... Read more.
A restaurant manager from Haywards Heath is lacing up his boots and walking 365 miles across the country
By Peter Lindsey A restaurant manager from Haywards Heath is lacing up his boots and walking 365 miles across the country, in an inspiring challenge to support Chailey... Read more.
Dig in caves and caverns and you shall find and discover Potholes in Malta and Gozo always brim with astonishment
By Albert Fenech I have said it time and time again and do so with pride – per square metre of land, Malta and Gozo are the richest countries in…... Read more.
Family Business Expansion: Grand Opening in Uckfield
A popular and well-established family-run business in East Sussex has announced expansion plans. DB Domestics – specialising in home appliances – first... Read more.
Michael Terence Publishing is a Catalyst for Emerging Authors
Tony Flood reveals how helpful he found their Executive Director Keith Abbott When Lyn Funnell’s book Fat Hope! – The Bet that Changed a Life was launched... Read more.
Double Swan Rescue At Barcombe Mills
East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service (WRAS) responded to a dramatic double swan rescue this week at Barcombe Mills, after two separate incidents unfolded... Read more.
Yorkshire Parkin Recipe
As a Yorkshire lass, born but not bred (my parents moved south when I was four) Parkin was one of my favourite things. Memories of heading up the M5 to…... Read more.
POPULAR singer Tom Fitzpatrick is helping a Sussex charity celebrate its 60th anniversary
By Peter Lindsey POPULAR singer Tom Fitzpatrick is helping a Sussex charity celebrate its 60th anniversary by taking part in its Afternoon Tea and Dance later this... Read more.
Brilliant Young Pianists in Eastbourne Birley Centre 5th & 6th July
By John Silverton Birley Centre permission to use both photographs from the organiser, Norah Sande Award (ref. Victoria Henley The Birley Centre, Carlisle Road,... Read more.
Perfect Toastie Recipes to Enliven the Taste-buds and Perk up lunchtime
When it comes to lunch at home it is very often a sandwich affair, but the problem with sandwiches is that they can become repetitive. The world of sandwich fillings…... Read more.
“Sette Giugno”, the first steps for independence of Malta and Gozo Hunger and deprivation manifest in public disturbances
By Albert Fenech It cannot be denied that Malta has a past of colonial enforcement, stretching back to Roman times, the 500-year dominance of the Knights of St John... Read more.
Ranjit Recommends: Brigit Bakery Classic Afternoon Tea Bus Tour
by Ranjit Shergill To be made to feel like a tourist in one’s own backyard is a sensation only driven by a uniquely insightful experience. Indeed, Brigit Bakery... Read more.
Savoury Cheesy Bread Pudding
By Lyn Funnell All ingredients are approximate. It doesn’t matter if you vary them a bit. 1 ½ lbs/650kgms bread 3 eggs 20zs/50k Ashdown Foresters Cheese from... Read more.
Jet plane jellywobbles.
By Miriam Erasmus Morning in Africa I am not a happy pre travel person. For the last 20 years I have spent most Summers in the UK visiting family and…... Read more.
Taxi Noir: Killer Answers to Job Interview Questions
By Chris Ackrill Welcome jobseekers! Once again, I find myself redundant and attempting to get back onto the job treadmill. Looking for a professional job... Read more.
Majorca’s Cuevas del Drach; Dragon’s Caves.
By Lyn Funnell While staying in Majorca at the Hotel Bonsol, we decided to visit the Cuevas del Drach. We’d been there several years ago and thought they were... Read more.
From Hygiene to High Drama
By Robert Crouch In late February in 1983, I made a 310-mile journey from Manchester to Eastbourne, knowing it could change my life. Excited and keen to get to... Read more.
A Castle on the Lake Shore
Lake Wörthersee lies in the southern Austrian state of Carinthia. It’s the warmest of the Alpine lakes stretching 16.5 km with a depth of 85m edged with villages... Read more.
Gilbert & Sullivan Musical Comedy is Still Relevant Today – 11-14 June in Eastbourne
Theatre-goers who love revivals of musical comedies that have survived the test of time should greatly enjoy Eastbourne Gilbert & Sullivan Society’s production... Read more.
Coconut and Brazil Nut Curry – a quick fix dinner that is good for the mood
This creamy Coconut and Brazil Nut Curry is perfect served with brown rice to soak up the creamy nutty sauce. A perfect quick and healthy dish and it is a…... Read more.
Bijou Luxury in the Heart of Cordoba
By Rachel Webb Roman Bridge, Alcazar and Mezquita, Cordoba Cordoba one of Southern Spain’s most famous cites, contender for the European Capital of Culture... Read more.
The High Weald Dairy Cookbook; Â Classic Kent and Sussex Recipes Updated
By Lyn Funnell Lyn’s latest book has just been released on amazon. Food & Travel writer Lyn Funnell brings you a delicious celebration of British cheese and... Read more.
The magical process of Fungus Rock and there are other natural attractions around Malta and Gozo
By ALBERT FENECH Dwejra is a fascinating little spot in the north west of Gozo, just north of the little village of San Lawrenz. It is a mostly uninhabited area…... Read more.
‘Villain’ Brian is Again the Hero by Helping Eastbourne Writers
When actor Brian Capron played serial killer Richard Hillman in long-running soap Coronation Street he was probably the most hated man on British television. But... Read more.
Eric Clapton – Royal Albert Hall, London – 21 May, 2025
A ticket to see Eric Clapton at The Royal Albert Hall for my birthday?! BOOM! Yes please! So I found myself making what’s become a well worn pilgrimage... Read more.
Coming Up: Our Writer, Miriam’s Musical Tour The Netherlands
Because I do so few concerts these days, the time before a tour starts is filled with prolonged rehearsals to get my voice and fingers in trim again. I have…... Read more.
The Art of Selling Horses: Proven Strategies for a Successful Sale
Selling horses is not as simple as slapping a price on an animal and posting a photo online. It is a trade, a craft, and for a few, a life. Whether you’re…... Read more.
Royal thank you for long service volunteers from Chailey Heritage Foundation
By Peter Lindsey Four long-serving volunteers from Chailey Heritage Foundation were delighted to meet Her Majesty The Queen when they attended a garden party at... Read more.
Heroic Duck Family Rescue in Eastbourne
A remarkable wildlife rescue took place at Tidebrook Gardens in Eastbourne when a mother mallard duck and her newly hatched ducklings needed help navigating a dangerous... Read more.
Back to the Bay Side, Pevensey Bay
By Lyn Funnell I have eaten in the Bay Side Diner several times when I’ve been in the area, and its high quality and low prices always amaze me. Last…... Read more.
Trending Show: Midnight Cowboys Musical
By Ranjit Shergill The ever-evolving gentrification of south of the River Thames, in this instance, Elephant & Castle, has led to the Southwark Playhouse Theatre in... Read more.
Eastbourne Event: How to Make Writing & Speaking Lucrative
Most people who enjoy writing and who give talks would like to make both activities lucrative and enjoy free luxury travel. If that includes you, you’ll greatly... Read more.
Volunteers Week June 2nd-8th
By Peter Lindsey When Giving back gives you more! Chailey Heritage celebrates Volunteers’ Week 2025 Volunteers give their time and so much more to charities like... Read more.
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Soufflé Recipe – an impressively easy indulgence
I confess that I really enjoy a cup of black coffee and a peanut butter, chocolate cup. Yes, the chocolate and peanut butter combination probably tragic for my waistline,... Read more.
Old Tales that Determined Human Beliefs Over Thousands of Years
In today’s techno world total nonsense! Some well-known tales dated pre-history and were subsequently and diligently handed down from one generation to another... Read more.
Success of Beachy Head Lighthouse Challenge
Around 1,000 people took part in the annual Beachy Head Lighthouse Challenge on Sunday 25 May. The Walk is organised each year by Eastbourne AM Rotary Club and attracts... Read more.
Hastings Production Company’s Audience Participation Shows
TUFT launches bi-monthly experimental performance series Bold new performance company TUFT, who brought you Concert At The Castle and Concert In The Caves, has announced... Read more.
Poinsettias
Every May these showy shrubs start to bloom in our garden, here in South Africa. We just have the red ones, but they also come in a beautiful delicate yellow,…... Read more.
Bonsol. My Favourite Hotel
By Lyn Funnell The view from our balcony I stayed in the Bonsol Hotel in Majorca several years ago and I absolutely loved it. I always intended to return. Earlier…... Read more.
WRAS Charity Shop, Eastbourne, Reopens Today Following Refurbishment
The Wildlife Rescue Ambulance Service (WRAS) Charity Shop on Terminus Road, Eastbourne, will officially reopen at 10am this morning following a short period of refurbishment... Read more.
Absolute Bowie – Tribute Band – Review
David Bowie is dead! But he was very much alive last Friday evening at the Hippodrome Theatre in Eastbourne, courtesy of tribute act Absolute Bowie. They hit the... Read more.