Community Groups
Eastbourne, BN21
Making cycling safer and more practical around Eastbourne is the focus of Bespoke Cycle Campaign Group. This volunteer-led organisation campaigns for better cycle routes, encourages everyday cycling and gives local residents opportunities to support improvements to the town's roads and public spaces.
Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21
Understanding local flood risks can help Eastbourne and southern Wealden communities prepare for changing weather conditions. Blue Heart brings together environmental research, live water monitoring and practical advice to help residents, schools and community groups become more resilient to flooding.
Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2BT
Creating a safe, welcoming space for LGBT+ parents and their children is at the heart of this Eastbourne based community group. Bourne This Way brings families together in a relaxed and inclusive environment where people can share experiences, build friendships and feel understood.
Eastbourne, BN21
Helping local people understand and track air quality in Eastbourne, this community project brings citizen science into everyday life. Volunteers build and operate low-cost air pollution monitors that form part of a wider network mapping local air quality in real time.
Town Hall (meetings), 1 Grove Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4TW
Working locally to protect the environment and promote sustainability is the core mission of this volunteer-led community group. Connected to the UK’s national Friends of the Earth network, the team brings environmental campaigning power into Eastbourne and the surrounding area to help tackle climate change, nature loss and pollution while supporting community action for cleaner, healthier living.
Willingdon Memorial Hall, Church Street, Willingdon, BN20 9HT
Astronomy talks, practical observing sessions and public stargazing are offered by Eastbourne Astronomical Society for beginners, experienced observers and anyone curious about the night sky.
Eastbourne Beekeepers' Association, St George's Church Hall, 110 Eastbourne Road, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 5DF
Anyone interested in honeybees and beekeeping can learn new skills and meet experienced enthusiasts through Eastbourne Beekeepers' Association. Welcoming beginners and established beekeepers, the group provides training, practical demonstrations, talks and social activities across Eastbourne and the surrounding Sussex countryside.
Eastbourne CLT, 4 Selwyn House, Selwyn Road, Eastbourne, BN21 2LF
People interested in more affordable housing in Eastbourne can get involved with a community-owned organisation working on local housing projects. Eastbourne Community Land Trust brings residents together to support new homes, share ideas and help make secure housing more attainable for people on local incomes.
All Saints' Church, 21 Grange Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4HE
Bringing musicians and audiences together through live orchestral music, Eastbourne Concert Orchestra is a friendly community orchestra performing three seasonal concerts each year. With opportunities to attend performances, play alongside fellow musicians or support the orchestra, it has been part of Eastbourne's musical life since 1951.
First Floor Studios, 11 Cornfield Lane, Eastbourne, BN21 4NE
Supporting environmental awareness, sustainability and collective action, Eastbourne Eco Action Network CIC works to inspire local residents, groups and organisations to take positive steps for the planet.
