Hi, I’m David Ruddle. I’ve been running thebestof Eastbourne since 2011. If you’re new here, this page will show you exactly what you’ll find on our platform and how to make the most of it.

thebestof Eastbourne exists to connect local people with businesses and organisations that genuinely care about what they do. Everything here is designed to help Eastbourne thrive.

Our Business Guide

Our Business Guide is made up of local organisations we work with who are proud of their reputation and the service they deliver. Many of them actively collect and display reviews because trust matters.

You can browse by popular category and search by service, or head straight to the A to Z if you’re looking for a specific business by name.

If you’ve used a fantastic local business that isn’t featured yet, we’d love to hear about them. Recommendations help us identify businesses that deserve to be highlighted, and we’ll always have a proper conversation before anything moves forward. We don’t add businesses lightly. Reputation matters.

Our Events

We curate a wide range of local events and are proud to partner with Radio DGH, who regularly read out selected listings on air.

Community events can be added free of charge, helping organisers reach a wider local audience. Residents can keep up to date by subscribing to our newsletter, where we share a selection of highlights each edition.

Our Local Guide

Eastbourne wouldn’t be the same without its community, and our Local Guide reflects that.

From animal welfare to water refill stations, from sports teams and car boot sales to cinemas and tourist attractions, the Local Guide is designed to be genuinely useful.

Because local information is always evolving, we encourage organisations to let us know about any updates. If you spot something that could be more accurate or relevant, just drop us a quick email and we’ll get it updated as soon as possible.

Community and Connection

We also encourage local organisations to share news, updates and volunteering opportunities. You can join our Facebook community to stay connected and be part of what’s happening locally.

Our newsletter shares curated highlights, local stories and useful updates without overwhelming your inbox.

If you’re here to find a trusted business, promote a community event, support a local organisation or see what Eastbourne has to offer, you’re in the right place.

Trusted by Local People

Over the years, we’ve been proud to see feedback from people who use the platform regularly.

One local user described thebestof Eastbourne as “extremely informative and beneficial for both residents of Eastbourne and tourists alike.”

That’s exactly what this site is here to be.

If you’re ready to get involved locally, this is a good place to begin. 

Welcome to thebestof Eastbourne