Local Marketing, Real Results!
You built your business to lead, create and serve your community, not to wrestle with admin, chase changing algorithms or sift through unwanted advice. At thebestof Eastbourne, we don’t overhaul your vision; we amplify what’s already working. We turn your top feedback into social proof and reviews that earn trust instantly.
Most of the businesses David works with are already doing good things, getting great feedback, building trust with their customers. He helps take that message and put it in front of new people who are likely to want the same.
Your reputation is built by your reviews and stories. It becomes the engine of your marketing. We help those authentic voices reach new people, build trust, and bring them straight to your door.
Whether you need to boost credibility, showcase your services or simply get more local eyes on your offer, our platform is designed for one purpose: real, measurable growth.
Affordable Local Advertising
Targeted campaigns that fit your budget, so you only pay for the exposure you need.
Built on Trust
Our model highlights genuine recommendations, meaning your next customer arrives pre-sold on your business.
Built-in Local Visibility
We’ve already done the hard work to get noticed; our homepage ranks top for search terms like ‘Trusted Businesses in Eastbourne’, ‘Recommended Businesses in Eastbourne’, and even ‘Best Businesses in Eastbourne’. When people search for businesses they can trust, they find us, and now, they can find you too.
AI + Human Hybrid**
Our campaigns combine the best of both worlds, Tess Sparks brings constant, creative ideas powered by AI, while David adds real-world experience to keep everything grounded, relevant, and genuinely effective for Eastbourne businesses.
“Our recent Facebook Live with thebestof Eastbourne was a huge hit more views than we’ve ever had! Thanks to David for helping make it such a success” — Radio DGH Eastbourne
You don’t need to wrestle with SEO jargon or spend hours tinkering behind the scenes. We’ve built a strong local footprint, so when people search for services nearby, your business appears front and centre, ready to win new customers.
“I reached out late on a Friday for help, and David had a mini action plan and blog idea back to me before the weekend! By Monday, the blog was live. His turnaround time and support are just incredible.” — Rhian May
Every update we make is anchored in real results—lifted rankings, more clicks, and genuine enquiries.
Customers find you first when searching for local services
Authentic review-driven momentum keeps new leads coming
Regular content and social updates fuel sustained growth
“Being a member of the Best of has been nothing but good news for our business. David works diligently on our behalf, and the other members are supportive and regularly refer work to each other.” — Mandy P
We keep everything simple, transparent and community-driven from day one:
Over the past fourteen years, we’ve helped hundreds of Eastbourne businesses build lasting reputations. With 550+ five-star reviews from delighted customers, our platform speaks for itself. Read the latest reviews to see how we make a difference.
Friendly Discovery Chat + Free Digital MOT – Identify your growth gaps and set priorities
Custom Strategy & Category Audit – Uncover your best opportunities for local visibility
Launch Visibility Campaign – Reviews, SEO, Social Graphics – Engage customers and build momentum
Measure, Refine, Repeat – Optimise for continuous improvement and lasting results
Ready to get noticed? Contact us at 07957 806577 or Book your FREE Digital MOT now. Let’s architect your visibility.
The presentation really brought AI to life—from the early drafts to the polished final slides, seeing the journey between David and Tess was incredible. The little human touches, like the …
This was the most useful meeting I've been to in the last 12 months, and I've been to a lot of meetings. Thank you, David.
A huge thank you to David Ruddle from The Best of Eastbourne for his brilliant support of Build & Thrive events. David has been a fantastic promoter, connector, and influencer, …
I attended the recent Best of Eastbourne and I am so glad I did. The new venue is excellent. I was made very welcome by all the participants as well …
Really helpful and a great source of information for Eastbourne folk or vistors
Meet Tess Sparks – AI Marketing Support for Eastbourne SMEs
15/05/2025
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