Family Grapevine Eastbourne, Wealden & Lewes Spring 2020

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EASTBOURNE, WEALDEN & LEWES | SPRING 2020

YOUR GO-TO-GUIDE FOR FAMILY LIFE FROM BUMP TO TEENS

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Family ticket to Knockhatch Adventure Park

Tickets to the South of England show

Family ticket for Into the Trees Festival

2 x 1066 discount cards

Family ticket to Drusillas Park

Danny Dino Scootaheadz

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SPRING EVENTS GUIDE March 5 March World Book Day Nationwide 7 March to 8 March Paw Patrol: Ready, Race, Rescue!

Hailsham Pavilion, Hailsham 13 March Sports Relief Nationwide 14 March to 22 March Dolittle Hailsham Pavilion, Hailsham 21 March 10am - 12pm Crafty Play Café Belmont Centre, Uckfield 22 March Mother’s Day at Knockhatch Who doesn’t love their Mum? This Mothers Day Mums go free with a full paying child!

Knockhatch, Hailsham 22 March Mother’s Day at Blackberry Farm Blackberry Farm, Near Lewes 23 March 3:15pm - 5:45pm Messy Church St Wilfrid’s Church, Eastbourne

April Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt 2020 4 April to 19 April at Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate 4 April to 13 April at Birling Gap, Nr Eastbourne 4 April to 19 April at Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield 6 April to 13 April Cracking Easter family fun Blackberry Farm, Near Lewes 7 April 10:30am or 2pm Astronaut Academy Workshop What does it take to become an astronaut? Investigate with some exciting activities.

Observatory Science Centre 8 April Peter Rabbit Drusillas Park, Alfriston 8 April 10:30am or 2pm Rocket Science Workshop How does such a huge rocket actually get off the ground? Why does it “break up” and where do the astronauts sit?

Observatory Science Centre

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9 April Meet Hello Kitty Drusillas Park, Alfriston 9 to 14 April Easter fun at Sharnfold Farm Join in the Easter Trail and book tickets to fed some lambs too!

Sharnfold Farm, Stones Cross 9 April to 17 May Arlington Bluebell Walk Bates Green Farm, Arlington 9 April 10:30m or 2pm Moon Watch Workshop Make your own Moon model and create some fantastically messy craters.

Observatory Science Centre

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11 April 10am - 4pm Official opening of Eastbourne Skatepark Eastbourne Seafront, Eastbourne

12 April 12pm - 3pm Easter Hunt & Carvery East Sussex National Hotel, Uckfield 13 April Birds of Prey Drusillas Park, Alfriston 13 April 10am - 4pm Eastbourne Seafront Soapbox Race Eastbourne Seafront, Eastbourne 13 April 1pm Spirited Away Towner, Eastbourne 14 April 10:30am or 2pm Earth & Beyond Workshop This workshops looks at our dynamic Earth and how we look beyond Earth into space.

Observatory Science Centre 15 April Bing and Flop Drusillas Park, Alfriston Sussex 15 April 10:30m or 2pm Eyes on the Universe Workshop Find out how scientists learn about the Universe, what is in the Milky Way and beyond...

Observatory Science Centre 16 April Meet Hello Kitty Drusillas Park, Alfriston 16 April 10.30am or 2pm Dinosaurs and Fossils Workshop Come and find out how fossils told us that dinosaurs actually existed.

Observatory Science Centre 19 April 6pm Woman Like Me – The Little Mix Show Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Eastbourne 23 April & 30 April Bluebells and beyond Take a tour of the woods when they are at their most colourful.

Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield 26 April 1pm - 4pm Spring Fair Fun Day Willingdon Community School, Eastbourne

May 2 May to 3 May Magnificent Motors Eastbourne Seafront, Eastbourne 2 May 10am - 4pm Sussex Fire Service Fun Day East Sussex Fire and Rescue Training Centre, Uckfield 8 May Birds of Prey Drusillas Park, Alfriston 16 May 11am - 3pm Eastbourne Old Town Jumble Trail Old Town, Eastbourne 21 May to 24 May Dragons and Mythical Beasts Calling all brave heroes! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical new interactive show for all the family.

The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne 22 May to 24 May Beer & Cider by the Sea Eastbourne Seafront, Eastbourne 22 May to 30 May John Searle’s Funfair

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SPRING EVENTS GUIDE

Princes Park, Eastbourne 26 May 2pm The Princess and the Pea Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Eastbourne 27 May Hey Duggee Drusillas Park, Alfriston 28 May Meet Hello Kitty Drusillas Park, Alfriston

Hampden Park, Eastbourne 20 June 11am - 4pm Friends of Princes Park Fun Day Princes Park, Eastbourne 21 June Father’s Day at Blackberry Farm Blackberry Farm, Near Lewes

26 June 8pm The Greatest Showman Outdoor Cinema Sing-A-Long Gildredge Park, Eastbourne

30 May 2pm Eastbourne Sunshine Carnival Western Lawns, Eastbourne

27 June to 12 July John Davis’ Funfair Princes Park, Eastbourne

12 June to 14 June Hello Kitty Weekend Drusillas Park, Alfriston 14 June The Fletching Garden Trail Fletching, Uckfield 20 June to 21 June Eastbourne Feastival 2020

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21June 11am - 2pm Father’s Day Treat East Sussex National Hotel, Uckfield

30 May Bubble Rush – the 5k Family Fun Run! Hampden Park, Eastbourne

June

ADVENTURE PARK

Froggies Soft Play Jumping Pillows

July & beyond...

11 July to 12 July Beach Life Music & Food Festival Eastbourne Seafront, Eastbourne 31July to 2 August Chilled in a Field Family Festival A family-friendly festival full of fun, where you play all day and dance all night!

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Details correct when sourced. Please note that some may require extra payment and/or advanced booking, so it is advisable to double check with the venue before you travel.

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Mother's Day Gift Guide Mother’s Day sees around one quarter of all flowers purchased throughout the year, ordered for this day.

Here's our some different ideas on how to treat mum this Mother's Day....

Well, what a wet winter that was! I'm sure, like me, you can't wait for Spring to be able to be outside much more, so don't forget to check out our What's On Guide to help you plan your adventures!

We are also lucky enough to have some fantastic competitions from our friends at Knockhatch, Drusillas, The South of England Show and Into the Trees Festival, so make sure you enter via our website... all completely free of course!

Our Spring edition covers Easter and Half Term, so sit back and take a look through to find out about all of the wonderful activities we have locally.

As always we have included a selection of our most commonly used categories of our directory, with the full listings available on our website.

The gift of co-ordination Matching pyjamas Scandi born brand, Polarn O. Pyret, the iconic clothing brand with a truly ethical mindset, has created some gorgeous cosy pyjamas so that mums can twin with their little ones this Mother’s Day! The signature Classic Polarn O. Pyret stripe has been their iconic brand bearer since 1976.

Continually developing more sustainable products, with a wide product range in organic cotton and recycled materials, you can show your love for the planet too!

RRP: From £25 Stockist: polarnopyret.co.uk

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The gift of me time..

Kit & Kin mum and baby bundle A must have for new mummas - perfect for the limited ‘me time’ you get as a parent! The gorgeous set comes with three hero products, their body butter contains a blend of naturally nourishing butters and oils, a deeply moisturising thick and creamy formula that leaves your skin hydrated and gloriously silky smooth. The breast balm cools, heals and protects sensitive areas, whilst the stretch mark oil contains 15 naturally nourishing oils that will keep your skin supple and stretch mark free.

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RRP: £65.63 Stockist: kitandkin.com The gift of comfort...

Bravado Ballet Nursing Bra The Ballet Nursing Bra is the perfect treat for mums throughout pregnancy and beyond! The perfect stay-athome bra offers ultimate softness thanks to its Petal-Soft fabric, making it the ideal support for lounging and sleeping.

An essential all-rounder, the stylish Ballet Nursing Bra, which provides ideal support for breastfeeding, will quickly become a staple in any mums wardrobe!

RRP: £26.22 Stockist: uk.bravadodesigns.com The gift of rest...

Snoozeshade Help mums get some me time with SnoozeShade, the original breathable, blackout sun and sleep solution for prams, buggies, car seats and travel cots. No matter where you spend the day celebrating motherhood, it will be a real saviour to create a safe and dark sleeping environment for your little one whilst on the move.

Further competitions can be found on pages 8, 16 & 19

RRP: From £19.99 Stockist: snoozeshade.com

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Mother's Day Gift Guide & Discount Vouchers The gift of family time...

30 Seconds The number one bestselling board game; 30 Seconds is the must-have, quick thinking, fast talking description game that will have your mum, and the whole family in hysterics! In this fastpaced general knowledge game, players have just 30 seconds to describe five names on their chosen card, to their teammates to guess!

RRP: £29.99 Stockist: Amazon UK The gift of style...

Aston Rose Brought to you by multi award winning nursery brand Ickle Bubba, the Aston Rose is the gold standard of travel systems This high-end, all-in-one travel system includes pushchair, carrycot, i-Size car seat, isofix base, car seat adapters, changing bag, changing mat, seat liner, footmuff, cup holder and rain cover, all with premium golden detailing. £899 astonrosedesigns.com The gift of safety...

Mini Family First Aid Kit Providing all the tools parents will need to carry out first aid wherever they are, the bestselling Family First Aid Kit comes in an attractive green Polka Dot pouch and is the perfect size to carry essential first aid supplies in a change bag, under a buggy, at home or in the car. £11.99 minifirstaidshop.co.uk The gift of extra hands...

In Season Carrier This unique ergonomic carrier supports 4 carrying positions and has been thoughtfully designed with 5 integrated layers to allow families to carry throughout the whole year.

The revolutionary all-weather carrier will keep you and your little one prepared to brace the elements - from frosty winter days through to sizzling summer.

RRP: £74.99 Stockist: Smyths Toys & Argos The gift of fun...

Scootaheadz Conveniently fitting all scooter brands and a selection of bikes and trikes, why not take the whole family out for some spring air this mother's day.

RRP: £14.99 scootaheadz.com

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Party planning Party Venues Anita’s Beauty Works, Eastbourne, girls beauty parties, 6yrs+, 01323 503530 Barney’s Playbarn, Bell Lane, Uckfield, soft play, best for under 10’s, 01825 764575 Be Creative, 13 Sutton Park Rd, Seaford, cake decorating & crafty parties, 01323 490912 Bear World, Enterprise Centre, Eastbourne, make your own bear parties, suitable for all ages, 01323 728237 Blackberry Farm, Whitesmith nr Lewes, Farm or Pony Party inc all day access to farm & playgrounds, 01825 872912 Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park to East Grinstead, 01825 720800 Buzz Active, Eastbourne & Cuckmere, 6 - 14yrs, windsurfing, canoeing, sailing, 01323 417023 Cavendish Sports Centre, Eastbourne, football, disco, bouncy castle, dodgeball & games, 01323 647683

My Skate World, Maple Rd, Eastbourne, private parties, 20+ children, 5yrs-adult, 07807 087962

Fairwarp Village Hall, with full kitchen facilities, disabled WC & ramp, 01825 712632

Peacehaven Leisure Centre, Magic Castle, Big Bounce, roller skating, trampolining, sports, Tots Time, 01273 588858

Five Ashes Village Hall, small medium & large rooms for hire, playing field, 07858 808030

Pin Ups Pamper Parties, Mayfield, 6 12yrs, 01435 872423 Polegate Equestrian Centre, gymkhana games & ride, 01323 483975 PUP Station Eastbourne, Soft Play & Café, Commercial Road, 0 - 12yrs, 01323 411527

Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre, Newhaven, pool parties, Sat eve, 01273 512498

Horam Village Hall on the Recreation Ground, 01435 813295

Sharnfold Farm, trailer and tractor ride parties, farm parties, catering available, 01323 768490 Shinewater Sports Centre, Eastbourne, bouncy castle, football & nerf parties, 01323 768614

Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, soft play, football, basketball, trampolining, roller disco, netball, 01323 490011

Sovereign Centre, Eastbourne, pool inflatables & soft play parties, 01323 738822

Fort Fun Adventure Park, Eastbourne, Teddy Tastic, soft play & arts & crafts parties, 01323 642833 Freedom Leisure Centre, Hailsham bowling, softplay, pool & splashdance parties, 01323 846755 Fun Abounds, Uckfield, indoor trampolining & gymnastics parties with experienced coach, fun & games, 01825 768479 Heathfield Leisure Centre, soft play, football, multi-sports, 01435 868824 Knockhatch Adventure Park, on A22 at Hailsham, farm, birds of prey, waterslides, adventure play, 01323 442051 Knockhatch Ski and Snowboard Centre, ringo-ing and skiing parties, 01323 843344

Sport Brighton, Denton Rd, Eastbourne, bouncy castle & soft play, football, 01273 643706 Ten Pin, Eastbourne, 10 pin bowling & laser quest, 0871 222 3675 The Art House Café, creative parties - pottery, dance, cookery, art and soft play, 01323 728691 Treasure Island, Eastbourne, soft play/ adventure park, 01323 411077 Uckfield Leisure Centre, football, trampoline, bouncy castle, arts & crafts, roller disco, pool, 01825 761160 Unicorn Pamper Parties, for 6-12 princesses, from 5-12yrs at the Glam Bar, Newhaven, 01273 945155 Uplands Sports Centre, Wadhurst, bouncy castle, trampolining/ gymnastics, sports, fun & games, DIY, 01892 782136 Urban Jump, Trampoline parties, Ghyll Road Industrial Estate, Heathfield, 01435 863277 Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, themed parties from Fairies to Castaways, 0-90 years, 07766 486548

Lavender Line, Preserved Railway, Isfield, nr Uckfield, 01825 750515

Hall Hire

Leo’s Play Den, Pevensey Rd, Eastbourne, babies - 12yrs, 01323 749022

Broad Oak Village Hall, 07947 583738

Lerato Cookery School, kids cooking & baking parties at our school in Eastbourne or your home, 07763 474979

Cavendish School, conference room, sports hall, dance studio, music rooms, Apple Mac/PC suites, 01323 731340

Lewes Leisure Centre, pool, sports, soft play, roller disco, trampolining, Big Bounce, 01273 486000

Burwash Village Hall, High Street, TN19 7HA, 01435 882497

East Dean Village Hall, 01323 423110 Eastbourne Town Hall Room Hire, 01323 415034

Masterpiece, Whitesmith, paint pottery, decopatch, button art, teddy making, sew a cushion, 01825 872225

Emmanuel Church Hall, Hawkswood Rd, Hailsham, excellent facilities, availble Sat pm for hire, 07817 560077

Monkey Bizness, soft play, Cliffe Industrial Estate, Lewes, 2 - 12yrs, 08458 739645

Etchingham Village Hall, Parsonage Croft, TN19 7BY, from £250 per weekend day, 07855 239848

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Heathfield Community Centre, 01435 865700 Hillcrest Community Centre, Bay View Road, Newhaven BN9 9LH, 01273 512376

Crowborough Miniature Railway, have the track to yourself 2 hrs Saturdays, April-Nov., 07592 073181

FireWorks, Lewes, paint your own pottery, decopatch, fun with clay, all ages, 01273 470354

Hampden Park Community Centre, Eastbourne, small & large halls with kitchen for hire, 01323 509196

Ringmer Swimming Pool, Lewes Rd, Ringmer, BN8 5RB, inflatables available, 01273 813533

Sky High Trampoline Park, parties to let them bounce off the walls!, 01273 580029

Film Parties @ The Picture House Uckfield. Packages from £3.95 plus film ticket, 01825 764909

Hailsham East Community Centre, hall, lounge, ICT room, meeting room, sensory room, 01323 464340

Hurst Green Village Hall, large & small halls, kitchen, bar, 01580 860111 James West Community Centre, Hailsham, BN27 3FX. 18m x 10m hall, parking, kitchen, changing rooms, 01323 841702.

Lucas Memorial Hall, Waldron with garden & views, 01435 862065 Maresfield Village Hall, newly refurbished hall & kitchen, 07876 718955 Mayfield Memorial Hall, 01435 872163 (evenings) Mayfield Scout Hall, hq@1stmsg.org Nutley Memorial Hall, large hall & 2 small halls with kitchen, 01825 712465 Polegate Community Centre, hall, stage, lounge, activity rooms, kitchens, 01323 482434

Uplands Sports Centre, Wadhurst, sports halls, multi-use games area, 01892 782136 Willingdon Trees Community Centre, Eastbourne, up to 100 people, £12 p/h disabled access, kitchen, 01323 504438

Party Entertainment Airplay Inflatables, Family run bouncy castle hire company with over 18 years experience., 07840 900755 Acting Moon Events, providing full birthday party themes, facepainting, characters and much more, 01323 325957 Andy Hiccup, children’s party entertainer and magic shows.

Sussex and Surrey, 4 - 11 years, 07734 101987 Animal Magic, interactive, educational Animal handling events, 07979 692423

Punnetts Town Village Hall, 01435 830645

Animazing, talks, displays & birthday parties, 07743 675253

Ridgewood Village Hall, Uckfield, large hall with kitchen, ridgewoodvillagehall@gmail.com

Carolines Fun Faces, magic, balloon modelling, face painting, 01323 484239

Scout Hut, Ham Lane in Lewes, available for daytime hire, childrens parties etc, 07947 058181

Cartoons & caricatures, arty parties for 6yrs+, 15 miles off Seaford, 07722 236741

Seaford Head School, Sports hall available for hire for sporting events, 01323 872717

Chocolate workshops for families, kids, schools, Sussex based, delicious, creative & fun for 9yrs+, 07867 800184

Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven, 01273 510784

Crest Swim School, mermaid & shark parties & experiences 8yrs+, 01444 213707

St George’s Hall, Wadhurst, 01892 784794 St Luke’s Community Centre & St Leonard’s Church Hall, Seaford, 01323 894216 St Lukes Parish Centre, Stone Cross, 01323 767020 St Peter’s Church Community Hall, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, 01323 509772 State Hall, Heathfield, 4 room sizes, kitchen, 01435 863786 The Bungalow on the grounds of Ringmer Primary School, Harrisons Lane, Ringmer BN8 5LL, 01273 812463 The Chocolate Conservatory in Lewes, private space for hire for workshops, meditation groups etc, 07867 800184 Ticehurst Village Hall, Lower High Street, Ticehurst, 01580 388527

Diddi dance parties for pre-school children, 07788 246073 Excel Activity Group, Nerf gun, Bubble football, Archery tag & Dodgeball parties, 01344 305763 Face Packs, face painting, glitter tattoes, bling, hair feathers, balloon modelling and more, 07782 141221 Get Your Skates On, roller discos, all ages in Uckfield & Crowborough.

Parties also available, 07858 912322 Little Indians, providing the ultimate themed sleepover experiences, Eastbourne & surrounding areas, 07702 519871 Marco the Magician, children’s parties, close up magic, balloon modelling, games etc, 01435 864124 Mini Motion dance parties, 3-7yrs, choose your dance style! Crowborough & Uckfield, 07734 863791

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Family advice Mark Huntley Wedding Photography, Eastbourne & East Sussex, 07759 073398

NSPCC, Child Protection Helpline, get advice or share their concerns about a child, 0808 800 5000

Mimi VP Photography, Classical Portraits of Childhood Adventures, based in Wealden District, 07540 090242

NYAS, for young people with disabilities or in need, 0808 808 1001

N Davies Photography. Location shoots, family, child and wedding photography, 07880872892

Once Upon A dreamZ sleepover parties, covering the Sussex area, 07786 466549

Peter Gurr Creative Photography, Baby & Family, 07901 623545

Pretty Little Tent Parties, providing Sleep Over parties for children across Sussex, 07845 706979

Rebecca Campbell Photography, Sussex based creative family photography, 07921 334569

Ravebugs, rhythm parties for all ages, approx 15 miles from Eastbourne, 07850 890026

Rosie Wooldridge Photography, Lewes, fun family photography on location, 07830 149779

Ray & Jacqui Sparks, face painting, Punch & Judy, balloon modelling etc, 01323 509622 Rising Stars Multi-Sports & Adventure Parties, weekends, 20 mile radius of Seaford, 07715 057584 Science Wizards, fun science parties, 5 - 12yrs, 08456 521215 Sing and Sign parties - Lewes, Uckfield & Ringmer. In a venue or your own home, we come to you!, 07958 539903 SleepUnder East Sussex, slumber party hire available in a range of different designs for all ages, 07856 548611 Starlight Discos, children’s disco specialist, 07930 196966 Time 2 Potter, Hailsham, pottery painting, 4yrs+, 01323 505000 Universal Dance Parties, Cheerleading, Street Dance and Commercial Dance, 07885 528356 Wishworks, puppet shows for children 3yrs+, 07712 612006 Zanzi Jewellery Parties, 20 mile radius of Crowborough, 8yrs+, 07814 107249

Face Painting

The Faceplace, face painting, glitter tattoos, gel nails, parties & events, 07778 642687 Tickles Face Painting, children’s parties/events, Eastbourne, sign language trained, 07545 461839

Party Supplies

Funyard Events, family event planner in East Sussex. From Nearly New Sales to Christmas Markets, Funyardevents@hotmail.com Happyjacks Mobile Softplay Hire for 0 - 5yrs, parties, events, toddler, playgroups etc, 07738 381384 Paperlane, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, balloon decorating, gifts, party supplies, venue decoration etc, 01323 502145 Sovereign Events, venue decoration & party supplies: balloons, chocolate fountains etc, 01323 332103 Splodge Teddy Parties, bear making kits for parties & bear clothes, 01323 728230

Fancy Dress

All Dressed Up, Horam, fancy dress hire & sales for children & adults, 01435 408050

The Fairy Princess, online party & fancy dress shop for girls, 0845 4154169

Bouncy Castles and Inflatables Ace Inflatables, bouncy castles, slides etc, 01825 732742 Caroles Castles, free local delivery to Eastbourne, Hailsham, Pevensey areas, 01323 760985/07722 625602 Cookes Castles, bouncy castles, pirate ships & slides, 20 mile radius of Uckfield, 07929 109186 KBS Inflatable Kingdom, inflatables, soft play, Wealden, 01892 661799 Sally Ann’s Bouncy Castles, Uckfield & Crowborough areas, 01825 790658

Celebration Cakes

Be Creative, 13 Sutton Park Rd, Seaford, cakes & cake decorating workshops, 8yrs+, 01323 490912

Sarah Carmody, studio or location photography, Eastbourne based, 07973 450379 Sarah Tate Photography, Heathfield, 01435 862793 Sarah Wenban Photography, children & family portraits on location & creative wedding photography, 07770 416007 Teri V Photography, children, family & wedding photographer, studio & location, 07885 039301 The Underwater Studio, Eastbourne, underwater photography, 07894 221547

Child and Family Welfare

Al-Anon Family Groups, for friends & families of alcoholics, Lewes, Telscombe & Eastbourne groups, 0800 0086 811 Childline, 0800 1111

Emily’s Mixing Bowl, Wedding & Celebration cakes & catering, Hailsham, 07980 893846

Children’s integrated therapy service covering speech & language, occupational & physiotherapy, 0300 1232650

The Coffee Cup Cake Company, Eastbourne, amazing birthday cakes made to order, 07759 814117

Eastbourne Counselling Hub, qualified, independent counsellors based in central Eastbourne, 07746 897576

Photographers

AdasGold Photography, Outdoor Family/life style and in-house Newborn Photography, 07887599555

Eastbourne Survivors,support group for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, 01323 416 316

Relate, Family Counselling service for divorce, separation, arguments, 0300 100 1234 WAVES, Seaford, social & practical support for families, 01323 873797 Working Families Helpline employment/legal advice, 0300 012 0312

Mediation Mediation+, Time 2 Talk, help with family, inter-generational & neighbour disputes, 01323 442781

International Family Clubs Les Franglophones, open to any person or family who habitually speaks fluent French at home, info@lesfranglophones.co.uk

Parenting Courses and Support Family Learning Courses, SCDA, Newhaven including story, snacks etc, 01273 517250 Fegan’s Parenting Courses for all ages, Eastbourne, call for dates, 01892 538288 Information for Families Service - East Sussex County Council, 0345 6080192 Lewes Cluster Children’s Centres, free adult education courses, 01273 336870 Parenting Workshops, WAVES Seaford + drop-in with family solicitor, 01323 873797

Young People’s Advice and Support Infopoint at the Square Youth Café, Hailsham, 01323 843377 National Youth Advocacy Service supports any young person in need, 0808 8081001 (9am - 7pm helpline) Newhaven Young People’s Drop in Centre, Wed 4-6pm, 11 - 19yrs, Denton Island Community Centre, 01273 517250

Avant Photographic, location child & family portrait specialist, 01323 348410

Eastbourne Wellbeing, practical strategies to help children overcome emotional/mental health issues, 07709 206382

Finegrain Photography, Seaside, Eastbourne, portraits, passport photos etc, 01323 439971

Family Support Work, free confidential service in areas of Wealden to families dependent on need, 01273 832963

Fitzgerald Photographic, Hailsham.

Fun & unique studio portrait shoots or on location, 07843 648125

Fegan’s Counselling for children & families, Eastbourne, 01892 538288

Aquila Divorce Recovery Workshops, call for dates, Crowborough, 01892 652292

Furniture Now! Low cost furniture charity, Eastbourne, Lewes & Hailsham, 01323 638000

Eastbourne Family Contact Centre, 07922 631901

Going Hungry? Visit your local Citizens Advice Bureau & ask about a foodbank voucher, 01825 745489

Barnardo’s, 0800 0277 280

Helene Simpson Photography, maternity, newborn, cake smash and family photoshoots, 07802 889506 Jane de Weck, Eastbourne, on location & studio, family, newborn, pets, licensed master photographers, 01323 727750 Jo Page Photography: specialising in newborn, maternity & family photography, 07565 572710 Jon English Photography, Photography & Video in Sussex & Kent, 07749 060838 Leanne Miller, specialist newborn photographer, 07725 146466

Holding Space, family support group drop-in sessions, Eastbourne, Thurs 10am-1pm or 3-5pm, free, contact@ holdingspace.org.uk Home Works, free housing support service for anyone in difficulties with housing, 01273 898700 Let’s Play - play therapy for emotional and behavioural difficulties., 07486 564523

NYAS, for young people with disabilities or in need, 0808 808 1001

One Parent Families

Fostering and Adoption Blue Sky Fostering, looking for foster carers with ol, 0845 6076697 East Sussex County Council Adoption Team, 01323 747154 East Sussex County Council Fostering Team, 01323 464129 Sussex Fostering & Children Services, recruits & supports foster carers, 01323 482601

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Family Support and Advice Child and Family Health

Heathfield Child Health Clinic, Community Centre, Sheepsetting Lane, Tuesdays 9.30-11am

Beat, Eating Disorders Association helpline, 0808 801 0711

High Weald Children’s centre, Steelands Rise, Wadhurst, 1st Monday, 9.30-11.30am

Blue Chair Counselling, PersonCentred approach. Couples, adults, children, family sessions, Ebourne, 07738 879691

Lewes Children’s Centre, Spences Lane, Breastfeeding drop-in, Wednesdays, 11am-12.30pm

Child Health Clinic at Hampden Park Children’s Centre, 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 12.30-2.15pm, 01323 464144

NCT Breastfeeding Helpline, 0300 330 0700

Child Health Clinic, St Johns Church Hall, Polegate, 4th Wednesday, 9.30-11am

Peacehaven Children’s centre, Meridian Way, Mondays 1-2.30pm at the Baby group (term time)

Children with Cancer Fund, supporting families across E. Sussex, Brighton & Hove, 01323 488561

Polegate Child Health Clinic, St John’s Church hall, 4th Wednesday 9.30-11am

Cranial Osteopath, Mala Davangers Hiremath, Town Centre Eastbourne, 07790 976089 East Sussex Hearing Resource Centre, Eastbourne, drop in on Tue/ Wed + outreach service, adults only, 01323 722505 Eastbourne Child Health Clinic, Elim Church,Hartfield Rd,health visitor support, Tues, 9:30-11:15am, 01323 464340 Hailsham Child health clinic, Health visitor support, Hailsham Health Centre, Mondays, 1:30-3pm, 01323 464340 NHS telephone advice, 111 Quit 51 Free 1-2-1 Stop Smoking Support from the NHS, 0800 622 6968 Seaford Child Health Clinic, 9:3010:45am, Fri,1st & 3rd week only, 01323 493139 Well Baby Child Health Clinic, High Weald Children’s Centre, Ticehurst, 1st Mon 9.30 - 11.15am, 01424 725040 Well Baby Clinic, Uckfield Hospital, Thursdays, 9.30-11.30am, 01323 464000

Health Visitors

Hailsham at the Hailsham East Community Centre, Vega Close BN27 2JZ, 01323 464340

Midwives, Doulas and Birth Support

Hampden Park at the Health Centre, 12 Brodrick Close, Eastbourne BN22 9NQ, 01323 464144

Birth House, birth preparation & recovery therapies, 07783 959124

Heathfield at Cross in Hand School & Heathfield Community Centre, Sheepsetting Lane TN21 0XT, 01323 464580 High Weald at Ticehurst & Flimwell Primary School, Steelands Rise TN5 7DH, 01424 725040 Lewes at Malling Community Centre, Spences Lane BN7 2HQ, 01273 336870 Newhaven, Denton Island Community Centre BN9 9BA, 01273 517250 Old Town Eastbourne at Ocklynge Junior School, Victoria Drive, BN20 8XN, 01323 464570 Ringmer, Greater Paddock, off Harrisons Lane BN8 5LH, 01273 336950 Seaford at Cradle Hill School, Lexden Road BN25 3BA, 01323 464550

Crowborough Health Visitors, 01892 669393 Eastbourne Health Visiting Team, covering the majority of the Eastbourne area, 01323 432300 Hailsham East Children’s Centre, Vega Close, BN27 2JZ, 01323 464360 Heathfield, Horam & Mayfield Health Visitors, 01435 865811 Lewes Health Visitors, Lewes Children’s Centre. Baby weigh sessions 1st & 3rd Thursday, 01273 402508

Shinewater at Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne BN23 8ED, 01323 464170 Uckfield Children’s Centre, 1 Manor Close TN22 1DL, 01323 464300

Antenatal Groups and Support Crowborough Birthing Centre, NHS midwifery led unit, antenatal & birthing care, 01892 654080

Newhaven & Peacehaven Health Visitors, 01273 575070

Daisy Birthing, The Hube, Bodiam active antenatal class for a comfortable pregnancy & positive birth, 07773 685765

Rural Lewes Health Visitors covering Newick, Chailey & Ringmer, 01273 335200

Daisy Parent Antenatal Classes; refresher course & birthing mum to be classes, 07519 620029

Seaford Health Visitors, 01323 493139

Muma Nurture, we are here to support you on fertility, pregnancy, related loss, post natal too, 01323 325558

Children’s Centres Chailey at Chailey School, Mill Lane, South Chailey BN8 4PU, 01273 336940 (reception open 9am1pm) Crowborough Children’s Centre, Beacon Academy Sixth Form, Green Lane TN6 2XB, 01323 464380 Devonshire Children’s Centre, 43 Seaside, Eastbourne BN22 7NB, main office, 01323 464180

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NCT Bumps & Babies, Elephant and Castle, Lewes, Weds 10am-noon, 0844 2435 187

Cai Doula, Cheryl Titherly, postnatal doula, 07999 286778 Caroline Alexander, birth & postnatal doula, 07958 538095 Flourish Birth & Baby. Carole Youdan.

Birth & Postnatal Doula, 07786 610328 Lavender Babies, hypnobirthing classes with experienced midwife, 07490 090976 The Birth House antenatal workshops taught by two qualified midwives, suitable for 1st time parents, 07921 919694

Antenatal Exercise and Relaxation Mothering Mojo, yoga, doula, breastfeeding classes in Uckfield on Tues and Sats, call for info, 07977 489092 Pregnancy Yoga with Alice, Yoga Life Studio, Eastbourne, Thu eve, 07500 060119 Pregnancy Yoga, Thai Massage, Cranial Sacral therapy & Reiki, Lynne Matthews, Eastbourne, 07739 390930 Puddle Ducks Aquanatal lessons near Crowborough on Thursday evenings, 01892 617246 Uckfield Yoga Studio, pregnancy yoga, Sat am; parent & baby yoga, Tue am, 01825 763591

Breastfeeding Bonding Beautiful, help & support with breastfeeding, 24/7, 01323 501979 Crowborough Birthing Unit, The Grove, Thurs 10-11am support for babies up to 12 weeks Crowborough Child Health Clinic, Children’s centre, Green Lane, 3rd and 5th Tuesday 1.30-3.15pm

Seaford Child Health Clinic, Health Centre, Dane Road, 1st, 3rd Friday, 9.30-10:45am

Post Natal Exercise and Relaxation Mummy Yoga with Alice, Yoga Life Studio, Eastbourne, bring your baby/ toddler, Tue am, 07500 060119 Post Natal Yoga, Thai Massage, Cranial Sacral therapy & Reiki, Lynne Matthews, Eastbourne, 07739390930

Baby Mementoes Babyprints, baby, family & pet feet and hands casting service, Newhaven, Seaford, Lewes & Eastbourne, 07421 307950 Silver Fingerprints: pendants, cufflinks, charms etc, 01323 725702

Baby Naming Ceremonies Celebrant of Sussex: Patricia Bentley, for baby naming, weddings, renewal ceremonies & funerals, 07554 342697 Felicity Harvest, Humanist UK Celebrant, for your namings & other ceremonies, 07708 933607 Naming & Welcoming Ceremonies, East Sussex Registration Service, 01323 464780 (option 1)

Baby & Childrenswear Little Miss Sew ‘n’ Sew at the Enterprise Centre, make your own clothes with our fabric shop, 01323 729444 Little Sunflowers, children’s fashion & gifts, Horam, shop online or by appointment, 01435 810199 My Name Label, labels for clothes, shoes, books, equipment etc, 0870 8507897

Baby & Toddler Equipment Frills All Round, 33 Newtown, Uckfield TN22 5DL, 01825 761625

NCT, Lewes & Countryside, general enquries,, 0844 2435 187

Crowborough Child Health Clinic, Grove House, 2nd and 4th Tuesday 1.30-3.15pm

Furniture Now, low cost cots, bunk beds, new beds, toys etc, Eastbourne, Lewes, Hailsham, 01323 638000

NCT Tunbridge Wells & District, general enquiries, tunbridgewells@nct. org.uk, antenatal, 0208 752 2385

Eastbourne Maternity Unit, Eastbourne Hospital, Mon & Fri 10-11am, support for babies up to 12 weeks

Nubie, independant children’s lifestyle store in Lewes, nursery furniture, toys, gifts & more!, 01825 724160

Purrfect Yoga, Seaford, pregnancy yoga on Tuesdays and parent & baby yoga on Mondays, 07901 683577

Hailsham East Community Centre, Vega Close, Thurs 10-11.30am, Little Flowers Baby group (term time)

Sling Library meets - coffee and slings.

Eastbourne, Heathfield, Bexhill, Mon am, 01435 205105

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Baby & Toddler Groups

Little Fishes, United Church, Croft Rd, Crowborough, 0 - 3yrs, 9.15 - 11.15am, Monday & Friday, 01892 665493 Little Sunshines at Shinewater Children’s Centre, drop-in, Tuesdays, 0-5yrs, 12.30 - 1.30pm, free, 01323 464170 Muma Baby Tribe,Lewes, Wed 1pm, bumps & new babies, term time only, 07783959124

Childcare Advice on becoming a childminder from East Sussex County Council, 01323 463026 Esther’s Little Learners, experienced registered childminder based in Ringmer, esthercowan@hotmail.com Laura’s Explorers Childminding based in Hailsham, openings currently available, 07734 185219 Sitters for experienced, reliable evening & daytime babysitters, 03330 032888 Emergency Nanny, for those who need last minute childcare, 07731 313571 Katie Bishop, professional Nanny & Maternity Nurse specialising in Travel & Proxy Parenting, 07852 345124

Baby Massage

Baby massage Lewes, regular 5 week courses held in Lewes, call Anna for details, 07786 510702 Blissful Bébé, baby massage classes & baby yoga, group & private classes around Sussex and Kent, 07732 808623

NCT Bumps & Babies, Elephant and Castle, Lewes Weds 10am - noon, 0844 2435 187

Baby Groups Baby Gems, Christchurch, Ropemaker Centre, Hailsham for under 18 months, Tue 1-2.30pm, 01323 844428 Baby Gigglers, Gateway Christian Centre, Lottbridge Drove, BN22 9PB, Eastbourne, Wed 1 - 2.30pm, 01323 351786 Baby Time, Peacehaven Children’s Centre, Mon 1-2.30pm term time, 0-12 months Baby Yoga at Seaford Children’s Centre, Last Wednesday of month, 10.30-11.30am, 01323 464550 Bump & Baby coffee mornings, The Coffee Lounge, Willingdon, Mon 11am-12.30pm, alternate weeks, 07921 919694 Bumps2Babies at Kings Church Eastbourne, 1pm-2.30pm Tues term time, 01323 521125

Cai Baby Massage group & 1-1 classes. Eastbourne & surrounding areas, 07999 286778

Daisy Baby Classes, Rotherfield, Marks Cross & High Hurstwood, 07519 620029

Just Relax, baby massage classes in Eastbourne with Hannah Hanraty, 07887 638339

Daisy Baby, Hawkhurst, baby massage & yoga fun, Tinies 6wks4mths; Wrigglers 4mths-crawling, 07773 685765

Baby Signing See Me Sign, Baby signing class using BSL, 6 mnths- 2 yrs, Langney Village Hall, Wed, all year, 07724 749080 Sing & Sign, Old Town, Eastbourne, Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays, 0-30 months, 01323 365324 Sing and Sign - Lewes, Uckfield & Ringmer, No-obligation tasters available, 07958 539903

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Depot Cinema, Kitchen & Bar, Lewes, parent & baby screenings Tuesdays at 12noon, 01273 525354 Dinkybugs, Denton Island Community Centre, Newhaven, 11am - 12pm, Fridays, Babys, 01273 517250

Picture House Uckfield - baby friendly mid morning movies with a free coffee! Thu am, term time only, 01825 764909 Ripe Nursery School Baby Toddler Group, Laughton Village Hall, 0yrs+ Thu 1.30 - 2.30pm, 01323 811899 Rotherfield Baby and Toddler Group, Rotherfield Village Hall, Mondays 9.30-11am, rotherfieldbtg@outlook.com Sing & Sign, Old Town, Eastbourne, Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays, 0-30 months, 01323 365324 Sling Library meets - coffee and slings. Eastbourne, Heathfield, Bexhill, Mon am, 01435 205105 Stay & Play, health clinic & breastfeeding support, Shinewater Children’s Centre, Thu 9.30 - 11am, 01323 464170 Sweatymama, the fun, effective workout with your child! Suitable for all fitness levels, Eastbourne, 07853 205241 The Discovery Centre, 8 sensory zones, Tues, Thurs & Fri, St Andrews Hall, Eastbourne, from 10.30am Tots Play, baby development course, 0-6months, Mon, Tues & Wed, Saffrons Sports Club, 07973 168585 Under Ones, 0-12ms, play, stories, song time, Foresters Hall, Uckfield, Thurs, 1-2.30pm FREE, 01825 765115

Discovery Tots, from 8 weeksactive crawling, 11-11.40am, Mon, Tues & Wed, Saffrons Sports Club, 07973 168585

Toddler Groups Crowborough Monday

First Steps, St Mary’s Room, Ticehurst Church, bumps & under 2yrs, call for dates

Little Fishes, United Church, Croft Rd, Crowborough, 0 - 3yrs, 9.15 - 11.15am, 01892 665493

Fun Time at Broadway United Church, Lindfield Rd, Hampden Park, 0-3yrs, 10 - 11.30am, term time, 01323 500686 Happyjacks Baby Gym, Mon 11.15am and Tues 9.30am at St Anthony’s Centre, 07738 381384 Hartbeeps, Eastbourne, Old Town and Motcombe, Monday, Tuesday & Friday mornings, 07786 446119

Tuesday

Little Stars, carers’ toddler group, St Richard’s Church Hall, Fermor Rd, £1 per carer, 10am-12noon, 01892 661235

Wednesday

Crowborough Library, Rhyme time/ Story time, 11am - 11.30am, 0345 6080196

Thursday Explore & Play, Crowborough Children’s Centre, free drop in 10-11.30am term time only, 01323 464300 First Steps Parent & Toddler Group, Forest Fold Baptist Chapel, £1 per family, 1.15-3pm, 01892 655661

Friday

Little Fishes, United Church, Croft Rd, Crowborough, 0 - 3yrs, 9.15 - 11.15am, 01892 665493 Noah’s Ark, All Saints, Chapel Green, Crowborough, 9.30-11am (call before coming for 1st time), 01892 652081

Eastbourne Monday

Happyjacks Gym Play for 1.5-5yrs, drop in, 1.15pm at St Anthonys Centre, 07738 381384 Little Superstars, Devonshire Children’s Centre, 10-11.30am, 0-5 yrs, term time, drop in, free, 01323 464180 Little Yogis, fun yoga sessions for 2-5yrs, St Barnabas Langney, 10am, 07907 488999 Panda, All Saints Centre, Grange Rd, 10-11.30am, £1 per child, 01323 419400 Salvation Army Toddler Group, Citadel, Langney Rd, £1.50 per child, under 1’s free, 10 - 11.30am, 01323 640382 Sing & Sign, Stage 1 for 6-14 months & Stage 2 for 14-30 months at St Marys Church in Old Town, 01323 365324 Social Tots, suitable for active crawlers - 2.5yrs, 10-10.40am, Saffrons Sports Club, 07973 168585

Tuesday

Bopping Babies, 9:30-10:15am at Eastbourne Academy of Dancing, walking upwards, £3 per class, 07585 922887 Eastbourne Library, Rhymetime, 10.30am - 11am FREE, 0345 6080196 Eastbourne Library, Read aloud group, 2pm - 3.30pm FREE, 0345 6080196 Focus Baby & Toddler Group, Kings Church, 10am - 12noon, 01323 521125 Fun Time at Broadway United Church, Lindfield Rd, Hampden Park, 0-3yrs, 10 - 11.30am, term time, 01323 500686 Happyjacks Gym Play for 1.5-5yrs, drop in, 10.45am at St Anthonys Centre, 07738 381384 Holy Trinity Church Toddler Group, 10.30am, ages 0-5, 01323 736627

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Toddler Groups Hailsham Monday

Little Luke’s, Parish Centre, Stone Cross, 9.30 - 11.30am, 07707 265891 Little Stones, Community Wise Centre, Ocklynge Road, 9.45am11.45am, 01323 722924

Buddies Playtime, Hailsham Children’s Centre, 10am-11.30am, 0-5yrs FREE, 01323 464180

Little Sunshines at Shinewater Children’s Centre, drop-in, 0-5yrs, 12.30 - 1.30pm, free, 01323 464170

Bunny Mondays, The Drive, Hellingly, Forest School, 10-11.30am, 0-36 months, 01323 848490

Little Trees Baby and Toddler Group, Willingdon Trees Community Centre, 10am-12noon, 01323 504438

Hailsham Methodist Church Parent & Toddler, 9.30 - 11.30am (not Aug or bank hols), 01323 485813

Noah’s Ark at St Mary’s Westham, babies - 4½yrs, 12.30 - 3pm, 07759 172992

Tuesday

Little Gems, Christchurch, Ropemaker Centre, Hailsham, 9.45 - 11.30am, 01323 844428

Panda, All Saints Centre, Grange Rd, 10 - 11.30am, £1 per child, 01323 419400

Wednesday

Social Tots, suitable for active crawlers - 2.5yrs, 10-10.40am, Saffrons Sports Club, 07973 168585

Art Group at Hailsham East Children’s Centre, 10.15 - 11.45am, ring for session dates, 01323 464340

The Creation Station, art and craft classes for 14mths -5yrs, Shinewater Sports Centre, 10-11am, 07340 568363

Hailsham Free Church Parent & Toddler, 10 - 11.30am, term time, 01323 843876

Triangle Tots, Trinity Church Hall, Lower Willingdon, 9.30 - 11.30am.

Term time only, 01323 489264

Herstmonceux Tiddlers & Toddlers, Village Hall, Wednesdays 9.30 11.30am, 0-5yrs, 07896 185120

Broadway Babes at Broadway United Church, Lindfield Rd, Hampden Park, 10 - 11.30am, term time, 01323 500686

Bunny Thursdays, The Drive Hellingly, BN27 4EP, Baby massage, yoga, sing & sign, 10-11.30am, 0-1.5yrs, 01323 848490

Chalk Hill Toddler Group, St Mary’s Chuch, Church Street, Willingdon, £2.50 per family, 9.45-11.45am, 01323 504659

Little Flowers, Hailsham Children’s Centre, baby sensory, 0-18mths, 10-11.30am, term time, free

Thursday

Wednesday

Giggles, Gateway Christian Centre, Lottbridge Drove, BN22 9PB, 10 - 11.30am, 01323 351786

Fun, friendship and refreshments, Christ Church, Seaside, 10.30am-12pm, FREE, 07845 070141

Happyjacks Gym Play for 1.5-5yrs, drop in, 10.45am at Shinewater Sports Centre, 07738 381384

Giggles, Gateway Christian Centre, Lottbridge Drove, BN22 9PB, 10 - 11.30am, 01323 351786

Jack & Jill, St Mary’s Church, Eastbourne, 10am - noon, waiting list, term time only, 01323 645225

Hampden Park Library, Rhymetime, 10.30am, 0345 6080196

Little Lambs, St Mary’s Church Hall, Decoy Drive, Hampden Park, 9.30 - 11.30am, 01323 351248 RhymeTime for babies & toddlers, Willingdon Library, 10.30am, term time all welcome, 01323 489473 Salvation Army Toddler Group, Citadel, Langney Rd, £1.50 per child, under 1’s free, 10 - 11.30am, 01323 640382 Social Tots, suitable for active crawlers - 2.5yrs, 10-10.40am, Saffrons Sports Club, 07973 168585 Sonbeams, St Mary’s, Church St, Willingdon, worship, songs, friendship, 1.30 - 3pm (year round), 01323 501763 Sovereign Centre’s family swimming, 12.30 - 2.30pm, £2, 01323 738822 Vicky Bees, Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Rd, 50p, 10am-11.45am, 01323 737974

Thursday

Bopping Babies, 9:30-10:15am at Eastbourne Academy of Dancing, walking upwards, £3 per class, 07585 922887 First Discoverers, 8 sensory zones, 0-30mths & 0-3.5yrs sessions, St Andrews Hall, 10.30am-2.30pm

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Happyjacks Softplay Drop in & Play Group, St Anthony’s Centre, Seaside, 10am - 12noon, 07738 381384 Lilliput Arts & Crafts playgroup, Devonshire Children’s Centre, 1 - 2.30pm, 0-5yrs, £1.50 donation, 01323 464180 Little Bears,Messy Play/Soft play/ Train event, Community Wise, 10am11.30am, booking reqd, term time, 07763 588781

Friday Bizzy Bees toddler group for 0-5 at Devonshire Children’s Centre, 10am-11.30am, 01323 464180 Elim Family Church Parent & Toddler Group, Hartfield Rd, 10am-noon, 01323 731843 First Discoverers, 8 sensory zones, 0-30mths & 0-3.5yrs sessions, St Andrews Hall, 10am-2.30pm Focus Baby & Toddler Group, Kings Church, 10am - 12noon, 01323 521125 Happyjacks Softplay Drop in & Play Group, St Anthony’s Centre, Seaside, 10am-12 noon, 07738 381384 Little Wrens, Emmanuel Church, Greenfield Road, Old Town, £1.80 per family, 10am-12pm, 07762 621266

Little Souls, Church Hall, Wellesley Rd, Eastbourne, 10 - 11.30am, £1 per family, term time only, 01323 731366

Mini Wilfs, St Wilfred’s Church Hall, Broad Road, Willingdon, 9.30 - 11.30am, £1.50, 01323 487885

Sing & Sign, Stage 1 for 6-14 months & Stage 2 for 14-30 months at St Marys Church in Old Town, 01323 365324

Sing & Sign, Stage 1 for 6-14 months & Stage 2 for 14-30 months at St Marys Church in Old Town, 01323 365324

St John’s Parent & Toddler Group, Jubilee Hall, Meads, 10 - 11.30am, 01323 738671

Vicky Bees, Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Rd, 5Op, 10am-11.45am, 01323 737974

Stories & Singing with the Library Service, Shinewater Children’s Centre, 1.30-2.30pm, 01323 768614 Tea & Tots, St John’s Church, Polegate, 9.30 - 11.30am, term time, 01323 483259 Totz, St Elizabeth’s Church, Victoria Drive, Eastbourne, 10am-12noon, 01323 649728

Saturday

Messy Church, St Mary’s Chruch Hall, Willingdon, 1st Sat of month, 3-5.30pm (excl Aug & Jan), 01323 501763 Who let the Dads out? All Souls Church Hall, Eastbourne, 6 & under, 10-11.30am, selected dates, 01323 731366

St Mary’s ABC Playgroup, Hailsham, 0 - 5yrs, Thurs 9.30 - 11.30am, 01323 441868

Friday

Bunny Fridays, The Drive, Hellingly, BN27 4EP, 10-11.30am, 0-2.5 yrs, 01323 848490 Cherry Wood Adventures Bluebell Club, outdoor activities, Arlington, 10.30-12 or 12.45-2.15, 2-4yrs, 07887 556336 Hailsham Library, Rhymetime, 10.30 - 11am, 0345 6080196

Heathfield Monday

Alternate Mondays. Monday Tots 9-11am - Toddler Group. London House, Mayfield High St, £1 per family, 07889 780531 Heathfield Library, Rhymetime, 10.30am - 11am, 0345 6080196 Horam Chapel Toddlers Music Group, Mon 2pm-3.15pm, under 5’s with parents & carers, 01435 810372 Horam Chapel Toddlers, toys & singing, 2 - 3pm, free, 01435 408405 Mini Mornings, trampoline & softplay fun for under 5s, Urban Jump, Healthfield, 10am-2pm, 01435 863277 St George’s Parish Room, Broad Oak, open school holidays, 1 - 3.30pm, 01435 862665

Tuesday

Health Clinic, Cross in Hand School, 9.30am - 11.15am, 01323 464580 Little Warblers, Warbleton Church Rooms, Church Hill, TN21 9BD, 10 - 11.30am, 01435 830421

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Toddler Groups St Richard’s Toddlers, St Richards Church Hall, Park Rd, Heathfield, alternate weeks 1.30 - 3.30pm, 01435 862362

Fun Abounds, Uckfield, Mini Fun ‘n’ Bound, 10am - 12noon, £4.50, nonwalkers FREE, 01825 768479

Mini Mornings, trampoline & softplay fun for under 5s, Urban Jump, Healthfield, 10am-2pm, 01435 863277

Tuesday

Maresfield Baby & Toddler Group, Village Hall, 9.30 - 11am, 07580 584663

Wednesday

Buxted Toddlers, Methodist Church Hall, 10 - 11.30am, 01825 733098

Welcome Toddler Group, Welcome Baptist Church, Heathfield, £1, 9.30-11.30am, 01435 864646

Chippers, The Source Youth Centre, Luxford Car Park, Uckfield, 9.15 - 11.30am, 01825 767442

Thursday

Little Acorns, HTrinity Church, 9.15 - 11am, please call before coming for the 1st time, 01825 733833

Burwash Common Babies & Toddler Group, The Pavilion, Burwash Common, 10am - 12noon, 01435 883247 Little Punnetts Toddler Group, Punnetts Town Village Hall, £2 per family, 9am-12noon, 01435 831515

Friday

Fun Fridays, Skippers Hill, Mayfield, 10.30 - 11.45am, run by Kindergarten teacher, 18mths+, 01825 830234 Mini Mornings, trampoline & softplay fun for under 5s, Urban Jump, Healthfield, 10am-2pm, 01435 863277

Uckfield Library Rhymetime, free music led play sessions 10.30am, 0345 608 0192

Thursday Lewes Library, Storytime, 2pm, 0345 6080196 Music Group, De Montfort Community Flat, Lewes, 10am, please book, 01273 336870 Ringmer Tiddlers & Toddlers, Village Hall, 9.30 - 11.30am

Welcome Little Fish Toddlers, Welcome Baptist Church, Heathfield, 9.30-11.30am, 01435 864646

The Lunch Bunch, The Trinity Centre, Lewes, Thu 12 - 1.45pm, 01273 470616

Giggle & Tumble, Heathfield Leisure Centre, Sat 9.30 - 11am, 01435 868824

Busy Babies, for 0-12months and expecting parents, Ringmer Childrens Centre, 1-2.30pm, 01273 335100

Saturday Lewes Monday

Let’s Play at Ringmer Children’s Centre, 1pm - 2.30pm for 0-5s, Free, 01273 336950 NCT Little Monkeys, Monkey Bizness, Lewes, 9.30 - 11.30am, 0844 2435 187 Ringmer Tiddlers & Toddlers, Village Hall, 9.30 - 11.30am Woodland Playgroup, Firle, 2yrs+, nature, craft, campfire, story telling etc, 10 - 11.30am, 07784 684541

Tuesday

Lewes Library, Rhymetime, 1st Tue of month, 10.30am, 0345 6080196

Friday

Christ Church Tots, Prince Edward Rd, £1per family, 9.30-11.30am, 01273 813048 Little Bubbles at Ringmer Children’s Centre, 10am - 11.30am for 0-5yrs, free, 01273 336950 PlayGroup, All Saints, Lewes, 10 11.30am, £3 per family, howephil@gmail.com St Peter’s Church Chailey, toddler group, free, new members welcome, 9.30 - 11am, 01825 722286 Woodland Playgroup, Lewes, 2yrs+, nature, craft, campfire, story telling etc, 10 - 11.30am, 07784 684541

Newhaven Monday

Little Explorers, 8 sensory zones, 0-30mths & 0-3.5yrs sessions, St Andrews Hall, 10.30am-2.30pm

First steps, Peacehaven Children’s Centre, 9.30am - 11am, 6 months 2.5 years, 01273 335100

Tiddlers & Toddlers Music Group, Ringmer Children’s Centre, 1-2pm term time, 01273 335100

First Years, Peacehaven Leisure Centre, soft play, toys, ball pit, song time, 10-11.30am, under 5s, 01273 588858

Wednesday

Barcombe Parent, Baby & Toddler Group at Barcombe Village Hall, £2.50 per family, 9.30am - noon, 07980 817854 Ladybirds playgroup, 0-5 yrs, Plumpton Green Village Hall, Lewes, 9.30-11.30am, term time, 01273 891086 Ringmer Children’s Centre, 10 - 11.30am, term time, £1

Wednesday

Just Play, Peacehaven Children’s Centre, 1 - 2.30pm, 0-5 yrs, 01273 335100 Peacehaven Library, Rhymetime & Storytime, 10.30am, 0345 6080196 Stay and Play session for 0-5yrs at Shakespeare Hall, 10.30-11.30am, drop in, £2 per session, 01273 510784

Thursday

Tiddlers & Toddlers Messy Play, Ringmer Children’s Centre, 10-11.30am term time only, 01273 335100

First Years, Peacehaven Leisure Centre, soft play, toys, ball pit, song time, 10-11.30am, under 5s, 01273 588858

Toy Library, All Saints Centre, 9.30-11.30am, stay and play or just pop in and borrow, £2 per family, 01273 486391

Munchkins, parent, baby and toddler group at Summerhayes Centre, Newhaven, 9am - 10.30am, 01273 515301

Newhaven Library Rhymetime, free music led play sessions 10.30am, 0345 608 0192

Wednesday

Jelly Tots, Harbour Nursery, Church Hill, Newhaven, 9.15-11.15am, 01273 514532

Newtown Baby and Toddler Group, United Reform Church £1 per family, 10-11.30am, 07969 638280

Friday

Jitterbugs, Denton Island Community Centre, Newhaven, 9.30-10.30am, 01273 517250 Peacehaven Library, Rhymetime, 11am, 0345 6080196

Seaford Monday

Toddler Tots, a free group at Seaford Children’s Centre, from birth to 4 years, 10-11.30am, 01323 464550

Tuesday

The Baby & Toddler Experience, multi sensory activities, Kings Church, birth - 3yrs, 07834 231971

Wednesday

Seaford Library Rhymetime, 10.30am - 11am, 0345 6080196 The Piglets, St Thomas More Church, Sutton Rd, Seaford, 9.30 - 11.30am, 01323 892427 Time to Play at Seaford Childrens Centre, Free drop in session for 0-4, 12.30-2.30pm, 01323 464550

Thursday

Dinky Deans, East Dean Village Hall, 10am - noon year round, 07713 176232 Tiny Tots, a free group at Seaford Children’s Centre, from birth to 18 months, 12.30-2pm, 01323 464550 Tots Treats, St Leonards Church Hall, Seaford, 9.30 - 11.15am, 01323 894216

Friday

Scallywags, Seaford Baptist Church, £1 per family, 9.30 - 11am, 01323 896009 Seaford Library Storytime, 11am - 11.30am, 0345 6080196

Saturday

Who Let the Dads Out? Seaford Baptist Church, 2nd Sat, 9.30 - 11.30am, 01323 896009

Uckfield Monday

Fairwarp mums to be, babies & toddlers, Village Hall, 9.30 - 11am, Kirsty357@hotmail.com

Discovery Tots, Uckfield Children’s Centre, free drop in 10-11.30am, term time only, 01323 464300

Nutley Nutkins, Nutley Social Club, 9.15 - 11am, 07525 210556 Toddler Praise, Maresfield Church, Wed 10am, everyone welcome, 07745 479407

Thursday

Over Ones, 12-24ms toys, stories, song time, Foresters Hall, Uckfield, 10am-11.30am FREE, 01825 765115

Friday

Fun Abounds, Uckfield, Mini Fun ‘n’ Bound, 10am - 12noon, £4.50, nonwalkers FREE, 01825 768479 Twos Group, 24-36m, toys, crafts, messy play, song time, Foresters Hall, Uckfield, 9.45-11am, 01825 765115

Wadhurst Monday

Wadhurst Parents & child group, St George’s Hall, 9.15 - 11.30am, £2 per child, term time only, 01892 785980

Tuesday

Messy Little Monsters, High Weald Children’s Centre, Ticehurst, 9.15 10.30am, term time, 01424 725040

Thursday

Brickletots, Music and French, at Bricklehurst School, Stonegate, 9:30-10:15am, booking essential, 01580 200 448 Jellybeans, Wadhurst Parish Church, 9.30 - 11am, 01892 782083 Rockabye Babies, Bump - 12months, 10-11.30am, High Weald Children’s Centre, Term Time, 01424 725040

Friday

Book Bugs, High Weald Children’s Centre, Ticehurst, 9.30 - 11am, 01424 725040

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Pre-School activties

Pre-School Art and Craft Little Learners Messy Play and Maskmaking, Ringmer, Cooksbridge & Uckfield, 07747104974

Pre-School Dance and Drama Art of Dance, Lewes & Hove, 2yrs+, professionally qualified teachers, 07976 068989 Boogie Beans, Peacehaven, toddler dance & music, Thurs, 10am, 07932 949468 Bopping Babies, at Eastbourne Academy of Dancing, walking upwards, 9:30-10:15am,Tues & Thurs, 07585 922887 Diddi dance, funky pre-school dance, Eastbourne, Polegate, Willingdon & Uckfield, 07788 246073 Eastbourne Academy of Dancing, Bopping Babies & pre-school classes, 01323 417260 Let’s Imagine drama play session, ages 2-5, Lewes, Fridays 1.30, 07729114381 Mini Motion, creative parent & toddler dance classes, Crowborough & Uckfield, 07734 863791 Old Town Dance, Eastbourne, 2½yrs+, 07809 296375 Pre-school dance at Shining Stars Dance Academy, Eastbourne, Tap & Boogie, ballet, 07980 986672 Rennie Dance Academy, 3yrs+, Newick, Uckfield, 01825 761596 SLH Dance Academy, Lewes, 2yrs+, Tuesday mornings, 07539 215547

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Stage Stars, Eastbourne, dance, singing and drama classes for 2-4 yrs, 07926 106393 Summerheath School of Dance, Hailsham, 2½ yrs+, 01323 840092 Universal Dance, Uckfield, 2.5yrs-4yrs, 07885 528356 (Uckfield)

Pre-School Music and Movement Fundamentals, Skippers Hill, Mayfield, Tues 10.15 - 11am, Toddlers & Pre School 2+, 01825 830234 Hartbeeps, Sensory Music Classes, Eastbourne, Old Town and Motcombe, 07786 446119 Jazzy Jo’s Song Time, LangneyThu, Eastbourne, pay as you go, 07896 762604 The Art House Café, Grove Road, Eastbourne. Regular music activities, pay per session, 01323 728691 Tinklers Music Time, fun, imaginative music session, puppets & bubbles, 0 - 5yrs, Lewes & Uckfield, 07799 886440

Pre-School Sport and Gym

Frontier School of Karate & Kickboxing (FSK), Heathfield, Uckfield, Battle, Crowborough, 3yrs+, 01273 702662 or 07970 686054 Fun Abounds, Uckfield, Leaps ‘n’ Bounds & Mini Fun ‘n’ Bound, 0 - 5yrs, 01825 768479 Happyjacks Pre-School Gymnastics for 3-5yrs, Shinewater Sports Centre, Tuesdays & Saturdays, 07738 381384 Happyjacks Tumblers Monkey Gym, Mon 9.30am,10.20am St Anthonys Centre & Wed 9.45am Shinewater, 07738 381384 Kiddi Tennis, Eastbourne Sports Park 2-4yrs, 10 - 10.50, Tuesdays, term time only, 07811 447711 Little Yogis, fun yoga sessions for 2-5yrs, Mondays, St Barnabas Langney, 10am, 07907 488999 Pre-School Gymnastics lessons at the Sovereign Centre for 18 months plus, 01323 738822 Rugbytots, fun, structured rugby play sessions for children aged 2-5 years in Eastbourne, 0345 313 0421

Cai Baby Yoga, 1-2-1 & group classes, 12wks to mobile, 07999 286778

Sovereign Centre, Sovey Tumblers, Eastbourne, Wed, Fri, 9.30am12pm, 6m-5yrs (8yrs in school hols), 01323 738822

Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, gymnastics, from 2yrs Fridays, 9.15-11.30am, 01323 490011

Tiny Tumblers, Crowborough Leisure Centre, Mon & Fri 9.30 - 11.30am, 01892 665488

Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, trampoling, 2-4yrs Fridays, 1.15-2pm, 01323 897632

Tom’s Rhinos Rugby School, Saturday mornings, Eastbourne, ages 2+, free trial class available, 07572 010771

Eternity Gymnastics, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, 22mths-5yrs, Thu am, 07925 052397

Tumble Tots Lewes, Tuesdays, sessions from 6 months - 5 years held at Kings Church, 07774 123814

Uckfield Gymnastic Club, from crawling to adults, led by British Gymnastics qualified coaches, office@uckfieldgymnastics.co.uk

Pre-School Swimming Crest Swim School, swimming lessons 4 mths+ in Chailey, 01444 213707 Crowborough Leisure Centre, swimming lessons from 2yrs+, 01892 665488 Hailsham Leisure Centre, swimming lessons from 2yrs+, separate toddler area, 01323 846755 Hydro School, Eastbourne, 3yrs+, 07840 146248 Lewes Leisure Centre, fun swimming & lessons available from birth, 01273 486000 Love Baby Swim School, birth upwards, private pool in Isfield, nr Uckfield, 01825 840377 Motcombe Pool, Eastbourne, swimming lessons from 3mths+, 01323 410748 Ottertots, from 6 weeks 4 years, Eastbourne, Tuesdays 10am-12pm & Thursdays 11.30-1.30pm, term time, 07936 592840 Puddle Ducks baby & pre-school swimming lessons in Crowborough, Hailsham and Uckfield, 01892 617246 Seaford Head Pool, pre-school lessons, 5mths+, 01323 897632 Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre, Newhaven, pre-school lessons, 5mths+, 01273 512498 Small Splashes, Wilmington, babies 9yrs, 07951 129354

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Nursery, Pre-School and Pre-Prep

IAPS - Boys and girls 3 months to 7 years 51 weeks a year 7.45am - 6.00pm Monday to Friday Offering Universal and Extended EYEE entitlement for 3+ year olds Bede’s Duke’s Drive, Eastbourne East Sussex BN20 7XL bedes.org

Sovereign Centre, Eastbourne, lessons from 3mths+, 01323 738822 Swim Skills School, York House Hotel, Eastbourne, babies+, 07817 640748 Uckfield Leisure Centre, swimming lessons from 2yrs+; Seahorses under 3yrs, Mon/Fri am sessions, 01825 761160 Water Babies, Chailey Heritage School, weekends, birth - 4yrs, 01273 552454 Water Babies, Eastbourne, Crowborough, Bexhill, Ticehurst, Tunbridge Wells, birth - 4yrs, 01424 892568 Water Nippers, Isfield nr Uckfield & Seaford, 0 - 8yrs, 01273 621333

Pre-School Other Groups Brickletots, Music and French 3m-3yrs at Bricklehurst School, Stonegate, booking essential., 01580 200448 Hellingly Preschool, Breakfast and after School club plus Wed morning holiday club 9am - 1pm, 07713880255 Sensory Room free 1 hour bookable in advance, Seaford Children’s Centre, Under 5s, Mon - Thurs, 01323 464550 The Art House Café, Pre school Cookery 9.30am on Wednesdays, £3, 01323 728691 WAVES Family Drop In, Seaford, coffee, breastfeeding, info, play, chill-out, Mon-Thu 9.30am-12.30pm, 01323 873797

Speech and Language Communication, learning & Autism Support Service for speech, language, literacy & dyslexia, 01273 336887

The Starfish Project, Hailsham, workshops training for people who stammer, 12yrs+, 01825 767268

Disabled Parents Network, national org for disabled people who are parents/ planning parenthood, 0300 3300 639

Children with Disabilities

Downs Syndrome DT, support for schools/families to develop enrichment activities; music, sport etc, 07897 373839

Amaze supports families with children & young people with SEN & disabilities, 01273 772289 Children’s Disability Services, Sorrel Drive, East Sussex County Council, 01323 466030 Contact, advice for families with a disabled child, 0808 8083555

Drum Circle, Downs LC, Seaford, 0 - 5yrs, older siblings welcome, 1st & 3rd Thu 4.20pm termtime, 07802 832835 Educational Psychology Service, 01323 463636/01273 336720 Elizabeth Shepherd, Davis Dyslexia Facilitator, 01892 661743

Daycare Nurseries Attwood Farm Nursery School, Bodle Street Green, Nr Hailsham, birth - 5yrs, 01323 831781 Bede’s Nursery & Pre-Prep, Eastbourne, 3mths - 7yrs, 01323 356987 Bluebell Barn Nursery, Stone Cross, Eastbourne, 3mths - 5yrs, 01323 487081 Bluebell Hill, Seaville Drive, Eastbourne, 3mths - 5yrs, 01323 724017

Play Therapy Counselling for children with behavioural and emotional concerns, 07913 551447

Bluebell Wood, Goward Hall, Cade St, Heathfield, 3mths - 5yrs, 01435 868949

SEN Tree, Autism Support and mentoring for pre-school and early years children, 07738 826407

Seaford Downs Syndrome & Special Needs Support Group welcomes parents with children of all ages, 07802 832835

Bright Beginnings, Enys Road, Eastbourne, 3mths - 5yrs, 01323 648484

Waving not Drowning, for job seeking parents of children with disabilities, 0300 012 0312

SEN Day by Day, education & lifestyle support for faimiles in Eastbourne, Newhaven & Heathfield, 07723 805444/07840 281563

East Sussex Wheelchair Services, assessment, fitting, supply and repair all ages, 0333 003 5619

Additional Needs Amaze Information, Advice and Support helpline for parents of 0-25s with SEND, 01273 772289 Aspens Family Support Group Lewes, meets montly on Mon 9.30-11.30 & Fri 12-2pm, 0345 450 0060 Aspens, Support, Family Centre & Youth Services, 0345 450 0060 Autism friendly cinema, Hailsham Pavilion, Sunday mornings - please check programme, 01323 841414 Autistic Spectrum Disorder Monitoring & Support Group, 01273 336887

SEN evenings at Fort Fun, Eastbourne, 1st Wed 6-8pm & Sun 9-10am, 01323 642833 Sensory Music, Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, 0 - 5yrs, older siblings welcome, Wed 5pm termtime, 07802 832835 Sensory Room at Hailsham East Community Centre, ring for more information, 01323 464340 Spectrum, supporting young people with autism to access services & clubs, 01424 724710 Swim sessions, Seahaven & Seaford Head pools, 0 - teens, call for dates & times, 07802 832835

Bunny Run Childcare Centre, Hellingly, newborn - 5yrs, 01323 848490 Busy Bees Nursery, St James Street, Lewes, 0 - 5yrs, 01273 480736 Busy Bees, Larkspur Drive, Eastbourne BN23 8BS, 8wks - 5yrs, 01323 743838 Camelot Kids, Lewes Rd, Eastbourne, 0-5yrs, baby room availability, register now for September, 01323 725207 Copperfield’s Day Nursery, Saffrons Road, Eastbourne, 4mths - 5yrs, 01323 644661 Cumnor House Sussex, Private Nursery, flexible hours, funded places, 2yrs+, 01825 792006

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Denton Island Nursery, Newhaven, 3mths - 5yrs, 01273 517250 High Cliff Academy Nursery, Southdown Rd, Newhaven, from 3yrs, funding accepted 9am-3pm, 01273 041471 Hopscotch Children’s Nursery, Seaford & Peacehaven, 0 - 5yrs, 01323 492123, (Seaford)/01273 584250

Old School House Montessori Nursery, De Monfort Rd, Lewes, 0 - 5yrs, 01273 480492 Owlets Nursery School, Priory Learning Centre, Eastbourne, 2-5yrs, funding available, 07745 347352 Parsonage Farm Day Nursery, Ticehurst, 3 mths-5yrs, open all year round, 01580 201263

JHM Holy Cross Nursery, Uckfield, 2 - 5yrs, 01825 769050

Pebbles Day Care, Fort Road, Newhaven, 3mths - 5yrs, 01273 516099

Ladybirds Pre-school, Ticehurst, large outdoor area, sensory room, 0-5yrs, Mon-Fri year round, 01580 201617

Pooh’s Nursery School, St Philip’s Church Hall, Eastbourne, 1 - 5yrs, 01323 430045

Leaps & Bounds Day Nursery, Eastbourne Town Centre, 3mths 5yrs, 01323 410585 Little Acorns Day Nursery, Elim Family Centre, Hartfield Rd, Eastbourne, 0 - 5yrs, 01323 731843 Little Poppets at Seaford Primary School, 2 - 5yrs, 01323 896069 Little Rockets Childcare, Langney Shopping Centre, Eastbourne, open Mon - Fri, 0 - 5yrs, 01323 301220 Little Tinkers Nursery School, Five Ashes, 3mths - 5yrs, 01825 830772 Manor Twiglets Nursery, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, 2 - 5yrs (waiting list in operation), 01825 765487 Meadows Mere Nursery School, Kingsmere, Eastbourne, 1 - 5yrs, 01323 461114 MINI MOHO Nursery, Eastbourne, boys & girls, 2 - 4yrs, 01323 644144 Oakwood Academy Nursery, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, 6mths 5yrs, 01323 501251 ext 5

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Ripe Nursery School, Hayton Baker Hall, 9 months - 4yrs, 01323 811899 Saffrons Park Nursery, Compton Place Rd, Eastbourne, Birth - school age, 01323 722534

The Meadows Nursery School, Langney, Eastbourne, 1 - 5yrs, 01323 741811 The Mohair Centre Nursery, Laughton, 1- 4yrs, Forest School, 01825 872457 Tiddlers Nursery, Green Lane, Crowborough TN6 2DY, 0 - 5yrs, 01892 611887

Charlie Bear’s Nursery, Mercread Road, Seaford, 0 - 5yrs, 07939 073131

Toddlers Inn Nursery School at St Peter’s Primary School, North Chailey, 0 - 5yrs, 01825 721800 or 07772 104554

Cheeky Little Monkeys Nursery, Hailsham Baptist Chapel, 2 - 4yrs, 07960 830588

Tom Thumb Nursery, The Avenue, Eastbourne, 6mths -5yrs, 01323 647630 Tots & Time Out, Eshton Road, Eastbourne, 0mths - 11yrs, baby room, toddler room, 01323 726132

Cottage Pre-School, St Mary’s Social Centre, Lewes, 2 - 5yrs, 01273 474979 Denton Community Primary School and Nursery, Newhaven, 3 - 4yrs, 01273 513377

Warren Day Nursery & Pre-School, Crowborough, 0 - 5yrs, 01892 653167

Early Birds Pre-school, Seaford Baptist Church, 2 - 5yrs, 01323 896009

Wren House Nursery School, 4/6 Salehurst Road, Eastbourne BN21 1QS, 1 - 5yrs, 01323 731530

East Hoathly Nursery at the Primary School, 2-5yrs, 01825 840247

Pre-School Nurseries & Playgroups Alfriston Pre-School, Private Forest Site, lots of fun activities, own allotment, 0-5yrs, 07812 335981 Annan School, Eason’s Green, Uckfield, 2 - 5yrs, 01825 841410 Attwood Farm Nursery, Bodle Street Green, nr Hailsham, birth - 5yrs, 01323 831781 Barcombe Playgroup, Village Hall, 2 - 5yrs, 07845 937254

Eastbourne Montessori Nursery School, The Hub On The Hill, Eastbourne, BN21 1TN, 2 - 6yrs, 07946 356271 or 01323 430981 Emmanuel Pre-school, Hailsham, Learning through play 2 - 5yrs, 07766 630334 Forest Park Day Nursery and PreSchool, Tunbridge Wells, 0-5yrs, 01892 512313 Framfield Pre-School, 2-4yrs, rural setting, OfSted Rated Outstanding, Mon-Fri term time, 01825 890943 Good Times Pre-School, Children’s Centre, Lexden Rd, Seaford, 2 - 5yrs, 01323 896313

St Andrew’s Prep Nursery, Meads, Eastbourne, 9mths-4yrs, 8am-6pm, 01323 733203

Bede’s Nursery & Pre-Prep, Eastbourne, 3mths - 7yrs, 01323 356987

Step by Step Nursery, St Elisabeth's Church, Old Town, Eastbourne or Hailsham Road, Polegate, 07791 856109 or 07484 741241

Blackboys Pre-School, Village Hall, Gun Rd, 2-5yrs, 01825 891113

Happy Days Nursery, Telscombe Parish Hall, Peachaven, Mon-Fri, 2-5yrs, 07866 201996

Bourne Primary School Nursery, Melbourne Rd, Eastbourne BN22 8BE, 3 - 4yrs, 01323 724729

Happy Valley Pre-School, The Mencap Hall, Riverside, Newhaven, 2 - 5yrs, 01273 512485

Bright Sparks Nursery at Langney Primary School, Eastbourne, 2 - 4yrs, 01323 762177

Harbour Nursery, Church Hill, Newhaven BN9 9LX, 3 - 5yrs, 01273 514532

Burfield Academy Nursery, Oaklands Way, Hailsham, 3ys+, 01323 819309

Harlands Nursery, Ridgewood, Uckfield, 2.5 - 5yrs, 01825 760445

The Blue Door Nursery, Seaford, 0 - 5yrs, 01323 491821

Butterfly Nursery, Greenwich House, Meridian Centre, Peacehaven, 6 months - 5 years, 01273 580819

Heron Park Nursery, Hampden Park, Eastbourne BN22 9EE, 2 - 4yrs, 01323 502525

The Meadows Nursery School, Hailsham, 2-5yrs, 01323 440144

Chalk Hill Preschool & Toddler Group, Eastbourne, 2 - 4yrs, 01323 504659

Herstmonceux Pre-school, 2 - 5yrs, 07925 514252

Stepping Stones Lewes Community Nursery, Morris Road, 0 - 5yrs, 01273 477777 Sticky Fingers Early Years, Wadhurst, 1 - 4 yrs, 01892 786585 Sure Start Nursery, Hailsham, 2 - 5yrs, 01323 464359

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Lewes Old Grammar School Nursery, 3 - 5yrs, 01273 473246 Little Horsted Nursery School, Nr Uckfield TN22 5TS, 2.5 - 4yrs, 01825 750380 Little Punnetts at the Primary School, Punnetts Town, nr Heathfield, 2-5yrs, 01435 831515

Wadhurst Nursery, 3 - 4yrs, 01892 783155 Sacred Heart Nursery School, Wadhurst, 2 - 4yrs, 01892 783414

Wallands Nursery at Wallands CP School, Lewes, 3 - 4yrs, 01273 472776 (option 3)

Sheepsetting Pre-school, Cross in Hand School, Heathfield TN21 0XG, 2-5yrs, 01435 866268

West Rise Nursery, Chaffinch Rd, Eastbourne BN23 7SL, 2 - 4yrs, 01323 764062

Shinewater Primary School Nursery, Eastbourne, 2 - 4yrs, 01323 762129

Whitehill Nursery School, Luxford Rd, Crowborough, 2 - 4yrs, 01892 610816

South Malling C of E Primary School & Nursery, Lewes BN7 2HS, 3- 5yrs with ASC, 01273 471100

Young Haymakers Nursery & Montessori School, nr Waldron, 9mths - 5yrs, 01435 812555

South Malling Pre-School, Spences Lane, Lewes, 2 - 5yrs, 07990 572552

Forest Schools

Little Rockets Childcare, Princes Park, Eastbourne, 1 - 5yrs, 07516 987199

Southover Nursery, Southover Church Hall, Lewes, 2 - 5yrs, 01273 486435

Lower Willingdon Preschool Nursery, Eastbourne, 2 - 5yrs, 01323 489264

Spire Pre-School, Belmont Centre, Uckfield, 2 - 4yrs, 01825 762268

Mayfield Pre-school, open all day except Friday (am only), 2 - 5yrs, 01435 872523

St Andrew’s Prep Nursery, Meads, Eastbourne, 9mths-4yrs, 8am-6pm, 01323 733203

Micklefield Nursery School, Seaford, 2-5yrs, giant sand area, Ofsted Outstanding, funding accepted, 01323 892457 Newick Pre-School, The Reading Room, 2 - 4yrs, 07788 603633 Nutley Pre-School Playgroup Little Deers, Memorial Hall, Nutley, 2 - 5yrs, 07535 655013 Peacehaven Heights School Nursery Class, Roderick Avenue, 3 - 4yrs, 01273 575989 Pebble Beach Nursery & Pre-School, flexible & affordable childcare, beach school in Eastbourne, 01323 410645 Pevensey & Westham Preschool, 2 - 5yrs, 07925 538730 Pippa’s Group, Landport Rd, Lewes, 2 - 5yrs, 01273 483992 Polegate Pre-school Playgroup, 2 - 5yrs, 07983 864966 Polegate School Nursery, Oakleaf Drive, BN26 6PT, 2-4yrs, alll weather outdoor areas, 01323 482404 Rainbow Childcare, Peacehaven Sports Park, BN10 8RJ, 2 - 5yrs, 01273 583624 Ringmer Nursery School, Harrisons Lane, Ringmer, 2 - 5yrs, 01273 814154

St Gregory’s Montessori Nursery School, Victoria Drive, Eastbourne, BN20 8Q, Mon-Fri, 2 - 5yrs, 01323 639164 St John’s Pre-School, The Reading Room, School Lane, Crowborough, 2 - 4yrs, 01892 664214 St Mary’s Nursery School, Queens Rd, Crowborough, 2½ - 4yrs, 01892 611721 St Thomas a Becket Catholic Nursery School, Tutts Barn Lane, Eastbourne, 2-5yrs, 01323 725977 Stepping Stones Pre-School, Buxted, 30 hrs free for eligble 3 and 4 yr olds, Ofsted - Good 2018, 01825 765241 Stepping Stones Pre-School, Maresfield, open 48 weeks, 8am-6pm, Mon-Fri, Ofsted - Outstanding 2015, 01825 765241 Stone Cross Independent Pre-school, Pevensey, 2-5yrs, 01323 740149 Summerfields Nursery, Hailsham, 2 - 5yrs, 07979 007263 The Nursery School, Chapel Green, Crowborough, 2 - 4yrs, 01892 662156 The South Downs Nursery School, West Site, Beechy Avenue, Eastbourne, 3yrs+, 01323 730302

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Union Corner Pre-school, Hailsham, 2 - 5yrs, 07521 008980 or 07980 424579

Jumping Beans at Parkland Infant School, Eastbourne, 2 - 5yrs, Mon-Fri 9am-3pm, 01323 502622

Kingston Pre-School, Kingston Village Hall, The Street, 2 - 5yrs, 01273 486060

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Tots & Time out Nursery, Eshton Road, Eastbourne, 0mths 11yrs, baby room, toddler room, 01323 726132

Jenny Wren Nursery School, Old Town, Eastbourne, 3 - 5yrs, 07732 909774 or 01323 731891

Kindergarten at Skippers Hill Manor Prep School, Mayfield, 2 - 4yrs, 01825 830234

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Cherry Wood Adventures, forest outdoor activities, afterschool, holidays & parties, 07887 556336 Circle of Life Rediscovey Forest School sessions for home educated groups, pre-schools & schools, 07966 514469 Cuckoo Shack, Cuckoo Trail, Polegate, forest school outdoor education, regular events, 07736 698262 Each Peach Forest School, Railway Rd, Newhaven BN9 0AS, 01273 515971 Fun Forest Adventures, Forest School, Mud Kitchen, AfterSchool Clubs, Alfriston. Closed for winter, 07852561240 Lucy’s Little Forest School, Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down, 01825 830509 Second Nature, outdoor learning for schools, families & groups, Brighton & Lewes venues, 07906 582624

Blackboys C of E Primary School TN22 5LL, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 890423 Bonners Church of England Primary School, School Hill, Maresfield, TN22 2EG, 01825 762381 Bourne Primary School, Melbourne Rd, Eastbourne BN22 8BE, 5 - 11yrs, breakfast & ASC, 01323 724729 Broad Oak Community Primary School TN21 8UD, 5 - 11yrs, 01435 862951 Burfield Primary Academy,Oaklands Way, Hailsham, BN27 2NW, , 01323 819309 Burwash C of E Primary School TN19 7DZ, 5 - 11yrs, 01435 882440 Buxted C of E Primary School TN22 4BB, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 733185 Chailey & St Peter’s C of E Primary School, North Chailey BN8 4DB, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 722939 Chiddingly Primary School, Muddles Green BN8 6HN, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 872307 Chyngton School, Seaford BN25 3ST, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 893281 Cradle Hill Community Primary School, Seaford BN25 3BA, 4 - 11yrs, 01323 892773 Cross in Hand C of E Primary School TN21 0XG, 5 - 11yrs, 01435 862941 Dallington C of E Primary School TN21 9NH, 5 - 11yrs, 01435 830335 Denton Community Primary School & Nursery, Acacia Road, Newhaven BN9 0QJ, 3 - 11yrs, 01273 513377 East Hoathly C of E Primary School, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 840247 Etchingham C of E Primary School TN19 7BY, 5 - 11yrs, 01580 819218 Firle C of E Primary School BN8 6LF, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 858260 Five Ashes C of E Primary School TN20 6HY, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 830395

Primary Schools

Fletching C of E Primary School TN22 3SP, 5-11yrs, 01825 722356

Alfriston School BN26 5XB, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 870203

Framfield C of E Primary School TN22 5NR, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 890258

All Saints & St Richards C of E Primary, School Hill, Heathfield TN21 9AE, 5-11yrs, 01435 863466

Gildredge House Free School, Compton Place Rd, Eastbourne BN20 8AB ages 4019yrs, 01323 400650

Annecy Catholic Primary School, Sutton Avenue, Seaford BN25 4LF, 5-11yrs, 01323 894892

Grovelands Community School, Hailsham BN27 3UW, 4- 11yrs, 01323 840062

Ashdown Primary School, Crowborough TN6 2NT, 5 - 11yrs, 01892 655846

Hamsey Community Primary School, Cooksbridge, Nr Lewes BN8 4SJ, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 400370

Barcombe C of E Primary School BN8 5DN, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 400287

Hankham Primary School, Pevensey BN24 5AY, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 763265

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Schools Priory School, Lewes, BN7 2XN, 11 - 16yrs, 01273 476231

Harbour Primary School, Church Hill, Newhaven BN9 9LX, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 514532

Ratton School Academy Trust, Eastbourne BN21 2XR, 11 - 16 yrs, 01323 504011

Harlands Primary School, Mallard Drive, Uckfield TN22 5PW, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 764244

Seaford Head School /S6H Academy, 11 - 18yrs, BN25 4LX, 01323 891623

Hawkes Farm Academy, Hailsham BN27 1ND, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 841466

Seahaven Academy, Southdown Road, Newhaven, BN9 9JL, 11 - 16yrs, 01273 517601

Hellingly Community Primary School BN27 4DS, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 844346

St Catherine’s College, Eastbourne BN23 7BL, 11 - 16 yrs, 01323 465400

Heron Park Primary Academy, Eastbourne BN22 9EE, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 502525

The Causeway School, Larkspur Drive, Eastbourne BN23 8EJ, 11 - 16yrs, 01323 465700

Herstmonceux C of E Primary School, Gardner St BN27 4LG, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 833148 High Cliff Academy, Southdown Road, Newhaven for ages 3 - 11 years, 01273 041471 High Hurstwood C of E Primary School TN22 4AD, 4 - 11yrs, 01825 733231 Holy Cross C of E Primary, Belmont Road, Uckfield TN22 1BP, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 762336 Hurst Green C of E Primary School & Nursey, TN19 7PN, 2 - 11yrs, 01580 860375 Iford & Kingston C of E Primary School, Lewes BN7 3NR, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 474973 Jarvis Brook School, Crowborough TN6 3RG, 5 - 11yrs, 01892 653033 Langney Primary Academy, Eastbourne, BN23 7EA, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 762177 Laughton Community Primary School BN8 6AH, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 811306 Little Horsted C of E Primary School, Nr Uckfield TN22 5TS, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 750380 Manor Primary School, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield TN22 1UB, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 763041 Mayfield C of E Primary School TN20 6TA, 5 - 11yrs, 01435 873185 Maynards Green Community Primary School TN21 0DD, 5 - 11yrs, 01435 812622 Meridien Primary School, Roderick Avenue North, Peacehaven BN10 8BZ, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 584212 Motcombe Community School, Macmillan Drive, Eastbourne BN21 1SN, 5 - 7yrs, 01323 728901 Newick C of E Primary School BN8 4NB, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 723377 Nutley C of E Primary School TN22 3NW, 5-11yrs, 01825 712575 Oakwood Primary Academy, Magnolia Walk, Eastbourne BN22 0SS, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 501251 Ocklynge Junior School, Victoria Drive, Eastbourne BN20 8XN, 7 - 11yrs, 01323 725839 Park Mead Primary School, Upper Dicker BN27 3QP, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 844247 Parkland Infant School, Hampden Park, Eastbourne BN22 9QJ, 5 - 7yrs, 01323 502862 Parkland Junior School, Hampden Park, Eastbourne BN22 9QJ, 7 - 11yrs, 01323 502620

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The Cavendish School, Eastbourne BN21 1UE, 11 - 16 yrs, 01323 731340 Parkside Community Primary School, Heathfield TN21 8QQ, 5 - 11yrs, 01435 864577

St Thomas a Becket Catholic Primary, Tutts Barn Lane, Eastbourne BN22 8XT, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 737221

Pashley Down Infant School, Beechy Avenue, Eastbourne BN20 8NX, 5 - 7yrs, 01323 730719

Stafford Junior School, Ringwood Road, Eastbourne BN22 8UA, 7 - 11yrs, 01323 733434

Peacehaven Heights Primary School, Roderick Avenue BN10 8UZ, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 575989

Stone Cross School, Adur Drive, Stone Cross, Pevensey BN24 5EF, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 461002

Pevensey & Westham C of E Primary School BN24 5LP, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 762269

Stonegate C of E Primary School TN5 7EN, 5 - 11yrs, 01580 200415

Phoenix Academy, Hailsham BN27 2PH, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 841420

The Cavendish Primary, Eldon Rd, Eastbourne BN21 1UE, 01323 731340

Polegate School, Oakleaf Drive, BN26 6PT, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 482404

The Haven VA CE Methodist Primary School, Atlantic Drive, Eastbourne BN23 5SW, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 471781

Punnetts Town Community Primary School TN21 9DE, 5 - 11yrs, 01435 830361

Ticehurst & Flimwell C of E Primary School TN5 7DH, 5 - 11yrs, 01580 200344

Ringmer Primary School, Harrisons Lane, Ringmer BN8 5LL, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 812463

Tollgate Community Junior School, Winston Crescent, Eastbourne BN23 6NL, 7 - 11yrs, 01323 723298

Rocks Park Primary School, Lashbrooks Road, Uckfield TN22 2AY, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 762827 Roselands Infant School, Woodgate Road, Eastbourne BN22 8PD, 5 - 7yrs, 01323 726764 Seaford Primary School, Wilkinson Way BN25 2JF, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 893450 Shinewater Primary School, Eastbourne BN23 8ED, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 762129 Sir Henry Fermor C of E Primary, Crowborough TN6 2SD, 5 - 11yrs, 01892 652405 South Malling C of E Primary School & Nursery, Lewes BN7 2HS, 3- 11yrs with ASC, 01273 473016 St Andrews C of E Infant School, Winchelsea Road, Eastbourne BN22 7PP, 5 - 7yrs, 01323 724749 St John’s C of E Primary School, School Lane, Crowborough TN6 1SD, 5 - 11yrs, 01892 661189 St John’s Meads C of E Primary School, Rowsley Rd, Eastbourne BN20 7XS, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 730255 St Mark’s C of E Primary School, Hadlow Down TN22 4HY, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 830375 St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Chapel Green, Crowborough TN6 2LB, 5 - 11yrs, 01892 655291 St Pancras Catholic Primary School, De Montfort Rd, Lewes BN7 1SR, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 473017 St Philip’s Catholic Primary School, New Town, Uckfield TN22 5DJ, 4 - 11yrs, 01825 762032

Wadhurst C of E Primary School, 5 - 11yrs, 01892 783155 Wallands Community Primary School, Gundreda Rd, Lewes BN7 1PU, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 472776 West Rise Community Infant School, Chaffinch Road, Eastbourne BN23 7SL, 5-7yrs, 01323 764062 West Rise Junior School, Chaffinch Road, Eastbourne BN23 7SL, 7 - 11yrs, 01323 764037 Western Road Community Primary School, Southover High St, Lewes BN7 1JB, 5 - 11yrs, 01273 473013 White House Academy, Hailsham BN27 2FB, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 841615 Willingdon Primary School, Rapsons Road, Eastbourne BN20 9RJ, 5 - 11yrs, 01323 482619

Secondary Schools Beacon Academy & 6th Form, Crowborough, 11 - 18yrs, 01892 603000/01892 603027 Chailey School, South Chailey, 11 - 16yrs, 01273 890407 Gildredge House Free Sc, Compton Place Rd, Eastbourne, BN20 8AB, Ages 11-19yrs, 01323 400650

The Eastbourne Academy, Brodrick Road Eastbourne BN22 9RQ, 11 - 16yrs, 01323 514900 Uckfield College, 11 - 18yrs, 01825 764844 Uplands Community College, 11 - 18yrs, 01892 782135 Willingdon Community School, Eastbourne, 11 - 16yrs, 01323 485254

Colleges 16 to 18 yrs East Sussex College Group, Lewes Campus, 01273 402299 Uckfield College (16 - 18yrs), 01825 764844

Education Information Aquila Magazine, for the able child, 8 - 12yrs, 01323 431313 Eastbourne Home Educators Club, regular meet-ups & Big Weekly Meet, Fri am, 07738 072514

Independent Schools Annan School, Eason’s Green, Uckfield, 2 - 11yrs, 01825 841410 Bede’s Preparatory School, Eastbourne, 7 - 13yrs, 01323 734222 Bede’s Senior School, Upper Dicker, 13 - 18yrs, 01323 843252 Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate, mixed, 3 - 11yrs, 01580 200448 Burgess Hill School for Girls, 2½ - 18yrs, 01444 241050 Claremont Nursery, Preparatory & Senior School, St Leonards & Bodiam, 3months - 18yrs, 01424 751555 Cumnor House Sussex, Nursery, Pre-Prep & Prep, 60 acre site, 01825 792006 Eastbourne College, mixed, 13 - 18yrs, 01323 452300 Lewes New School, Talbot Terrace, Lewes, 3 - 11yrs, 01273 477074 Lewes Old Grammar School, 3 - 18yrs, 01273 472634 Mayfield School, girls 11 - 18yrs, 01435 874600 Moira House School, Eastbourne, girls, birth - 18yrs, 01323 644144

Hailsham Community College (Academy Trust) BN27 1DT, 11-18 yrs, 01323 841468

Northease Manor School, Rodmell, 8 - 17yrs, for pupils with specific learning difficulties, 01273 472915

Heathfield Community College, 11 - 18yrs, 01435 866066

Sacred Heart School, Wadhurst, mixed, 3 - 11yrs, 01892 783414

Kings Academy, Ringmer, 11 - 16yrs, 01273 812220

Skippers Hill Manor Prep School, Mayfield, mixed, 2 - 13yrs, 01825 830234

Peacehaven Community School, Greenwich Way, BN10 8RB, 11-16yrs, 01273 581100

St Andrew’s Prep, Eastbourne, co-ed, 9mths-13yrs, 01323 733203

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Cuckmere House School, Seaford BN25 4BA, 6 - 16yrs, 01323 893319 Grove Park School, Crowborough TN6 1BN, 3 - 19yrs, 01892 663018 Hazel Court School, Eastbourne BN23 8EJ, 11 - 19yrs, 01323 438340 Northease Manor School, Rodmell, 8 - 17yrs, for pupils with specific learning difficulties, 01273 472915 Owlswick Independent School & Home, Kingston, 10 -18yrs, 01273 473078 St John’s, Seaford, independent school for learners with complex needs, 5 - 19yrs, 01323 872940

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Sue Farrant, 1-1 tuition for primary English & maths, experienced teacher, Robertsbridge area, 01580 881677

Out of School Clubs Blackboys Out of School Club, Village Hall, Gun Rd, 5-11yrs, 01825 891113 Butterfly Nursery, Greenwich House, Meridian Centre, Peacehaven, 3 - 11yrs, 01273 580819

The Lindfield School, Part of Southfield Trust, Eastbourne BN22 0BQ, 11-16yrs, 01323 502988

Camelot Kids, Lewes Rd, Eastbourne, 5-11yrs, open 7am to 7pm inc holidays, 01323 725207

The Mount Camphill Community, Wadhurst, 16 - 25yrs, 01892 782025

Copperfield’s After School Club, Saffrons Road, Eastbourne, 5 - 8yrs from certain schools, 01323 644661

The South Downs School, West Site, Beechy Avenue, Eastbourne, 5-7yrs, 01323 730302

Tutoring & Language Clubs Aim High Tuition, individual & group tuition in many subjects from qualified and experienced tutors, 07862 006302 Bonjour Kidz, French after school club, Christ Church, Lewes, Wed 3.45pm, fun games & songs, 01273 921821 Charlotte Windham, Maths tutor for KS3, GCSE, iGCSE & A Level, 07712 534283 Claire Barrass, English and Maths Tuition to boost confidence age 5-11yrs, based in Eastbourne, 0776 2584009 or 01323 732599 Confident reading for all ages, Ocklynge area, Eastbourne, 01323 645416 Eastbourne Tuition Centre, Upperton Rd, 5-16yrs, Maths, English, IT for families, 01323 720072 Jarvis Brand, one to one maths and science tuition from KS2 to A level, based in the Uckfield area, 07957 220 891 Johnson Tuition, Meads Eastbourne, Maths & English to 11+, KS2&3 English & KS2 Maths support, 01323 639396 Kumon Eastbourne Study Centre, affordable maths and English tuition, 01323 332455 Les Franglophones, French lessons, Wed pm, contact ecole@lesfranglophones.co.uk Lingotot, French & Spanish classes for children & families, Eastbourne, Alfriston, Hastings, 0845 6808148 Private Tutoring: Maths Y5 & 6, Biology GCSE/A level, Chemistry GCSE, Heathfield, 01435 865462

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St Mary’s School Horam, Maynards Green TN21 0BT, 9 - 16yrs, 01435 812278

The South Downs School, East Site, Langney, Eastbourne, 8-11yrs, 01323 761061

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Each Peach Forest School, Newhaven, selected dates in summer holidays, 9am - 5pm, sibling discount, 01273 515971

ZigZag After School Club, Mon-Fri, 4-11yrs, St Pancras RC Primary School, Lewes, 07724773913 or 07850 509701 Zylo Performance, drama clubs for primary schools, 07796 305205

Holiday Clubs ACT Theatre Summer School, Eastbourne Town Centre, 6yrs+, call for dates, 01273 818266 Animal Carer for the Day, Juniors 8 12yrs & Seniors 13 - 17yrs, Raystede Centre, Ringmer, 01825 880461 Be Creative, 13 Sutton Park Rd, Seaford, cake decorating & crafts workshops, 8yrs+, 01323 490912 Bede’s School, Upper Dicker, Multiactivity holiday camps, Jul-Aug, 7 - 13yrs, 01323 443845

Emmanuel Pre-school, Hailsham, Breakfast Club 8am-9am, Monday Friday, 07766 630334

Blackberry Farm, Whitesmith nr Lewes, Own a Pony or Young Farmers Holiday Clubs, 5yrs+, 01825 872912

Framfield Pre-School after school club & breakfast club, 2 - 11yrs, 01825 890943

Blackboys Holiday Club, Village Hall, Gun Rd, 2-11yrs, all school holidays excl Christmas, 01825 891113

Hopscotch Children’s Nursery, Seaford, 0 - 8yrs, 01323 492123

Buzz Active, Eastbourne, RYA sailing & windsurfing, multi-activity fun course, 01323 417023

JHM Holy Cross Nursery Out of School Club, Uckfield, 5 - 11yrs, 01825 769050 Kidszone, St John’s Church, Polegate, Wed 3.50- 5pm, 4 - 11yrs. Term time only, 01323 483259 Kittiwakes After School Club, for children of Cradle Hill school, Seaford, 4 - 11yrs, 01323 892773 Little Poppets at Seaford Primary School, 2 - 11yrs, 01323 896069 Lower Willingdon before/after school club, 5 - 8yrs, 01323 489264 Newton Lang Breakfast & After School Clubs, Sir Henry Fermor School, Crowborough, 3 - 13yrs, 07780 663140 Ocklynge School Out of School Club, 5 - 12yrs, breakfast & after school, 01323 725839 Pulse, St Mary’s Church, Hailsham, primary age children, Tuesdays 3.15 – 5pm, term time, 50p, 01323 441868 The Mohair Centre After School/ Holiday Club, Laughton, 5 - 13yrs, 01825 872457 Toddlers Inn at St Peter’s Primary School, North Chailey, up to 8yrs, 01825 721800 or 07772 104554 Tots & Time Out, After school pickup and minding, Eshton Road, Eastbourne, 0-11yrs, 01323 726132 Wednesday Club, Parish Centre, Stone Cross, 5 - 12yrs, 6 - 7.15pm

Remarkable Kids - confidence courses for 5-11 year olds, all abilities, 01323 360 771

West Rise After School Club for nursery & infant children, 01323 764062

Spanish tuition, to suit your needs, all levels & ages. Eastbourne area, 07969 807830

Whitehill After School Club, Luxford Road, Crowborough, 2 - 12yrs, pick ups from local schools, 01892 610816

Heathfield Leisure Centre, multi sports, arts & crafts etc, 5 - 11yrs, full/half day sessions, 01435 868824 Horam Tennis Club, holiday courses with Good4Tennis, tennis coaching from 5yrs+, 07484 140811 Kiddi Tennis & Kiddi Active Holiday Camps, Eastbourne Old Town Rec, 4-8yrs, 07811 447711 Lewes Startrack Athletics, check website for dates, Y4-6, www.lewesac. co.uk Little Miss Sew ‘n’ Sew, The Enterprise Centre, Sewing workshops, call for dates, 01323 729444 Little Poppets at Seaford Primary School, 2 - 11yrs, Feb half term, 01323 896069 Manor Twiglets Nursery, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, 2 - 11yrs, 01825 765487 My Skate World, holiday opening times Tues-Thurs 12-5, Fri 12-4 for open skate, Maple Rd, Eastbourne, 07807 087962 Newton Lang Childcare Holiday Playscheme, Sir Henry Fermor School, Crowborough, 3 - 13yrs, 07780 663140 Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, workshops & science activities throughout School Holidays, 01323 832731

C.A.C.L Football Camp, Uni of Brighton, Eastbourne, ages 4-12yrs, 01323 730467

Premier Sport, Multi-sports, Seaford, Lewes, Maynards Green, Wadhurst, 5 - 12yrs, 01953 499040

C.A.C.L Gymnastics Camp, Uni of Brighton, Eastbourne, ages 4-11yrs, 01323 730467

School’s Out, The Drive, Hellingly, 4 - 11yrs, breakfast, afterschool & holidays, 01323 848490

Cavendish Sports Centre, Eastbourne, 4 - 12yrs, 01323 647683

Schools Out, various days each holiday, 5-11yrs, 10am-12.30pm, Community Wise, Eastbourne, 01323 722924

Cherry Wood Adventures, outdoor activities, Arlington, near Eastbourne, 4 - 11yrs, 07887 556336 Circle of Life Rediscovery, woodland days, family days, nature based fun for all ages, 01273 814226 Crowborough Community Centre, Children’s Activity Week - Summer holidays only, 01892 653823 Crowborough Leisure Centre, 5 11yrs, full time & drop in sessions, 01892 665488 Dance Boot Camps with Universal Dance, themed days in Uckfield, call for info, 07968 295862 Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford & Lewes, drop-in activities for 2½12yrs, 01323 490011 Eastbourne Borough FC, holiday courses, 8 - 14yrs, Boys & Girls, call for dates, 01323 766265 Funabounds, Uckfield, coached trampoline courses & fun sessions on the trampolines, soft play etc, 01825 768479 Hailsham Leisure Centre, varied daily activity programme, 6 - 12yrs, 01323 846755 Hampden Park Sports Centre, Eastbourne, 4-12yrs, multi-sports, crafts, games, full/half day sessions, 01323 509859

Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre, Newhaven, activity programme, swim, sports etc, 6 - 15yrs, 01273 512498 or 01273 510784 Shinewater Sports Centre, Eastbourne, 4 - 13yrs, multi-sports, crafts, games, full/half day sessions, 01323 768614 South Coast Tennis Academy, school holiday tennis camps, Cross in Hand & Horam, 07790 037030 Sovereign Centre, Eastbourne, Superstars Club, 8-12yrs, Mon-Fri, sports & pool inflatable & swimming, 01323 738822 Stagecoach Eastbourne, performing arts summer workshop, 4-18yrs, 01323 306944 Sussex Wildlife Trust Holiday Club, Seven Sisters Country Park, 7 - 11yrs, 01273 497561 Uckfield Leisure Centre, 5 - 12yrs, all day scheme & drop-in during school holidays (not Xmas), 01825 761160 Whitehill Holiday Club, Luxford Rd, Crowborough, 2 - 12yrs, indoor & outdoor activities, 01892 610816 ZigZag Holiday Playscheme, 4-11yrs, Malling Community Centre, Lewes, 07724773913 or 07850 0509701

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Places to visit Places to Visit

Paradise Park, Newhaven, Planet Earth, Dinosaur Safari, Play Zone, Sussex models and gardens, 01273 512123

Abbots Wood, A22 between Hailsham & Polegate, BBQ & walks, 0300 067 4464

Parham House & Gardens, Storrington, Pulborough, house, deer park, gardens, 01903 742021

Alfriston Clergy House, rare 15th century Wealden ‘hall-house’ surrounded by cottage garden, 01323 871961

Partyman Fort Fun, indoor soft play; outside playground & adventure golf, weather dependent, 01323 642833

Anne of Cleves House & Museum, Lewes, BN7 1JA, medieval house, Museum of Lewes, 01273 474610 Arlington Bluebell Walk & Farm Trail, expected to between Apr - May, call for details, 01323 485151

Pevensey Castle, 16 centuries of history, open daily until 5pm (weekends only Nov-Easter, 10am-4pm), 01323 762604

Arlington Reservoir & Osprey Trail, 1 3/4 mile circular walk, 9am until just before dusk, 01634 276310

Pooh Sticks Bridge & Pooh Corner Shop, on Ashdown Forest, Hartfield on B2026, 01892 771155

Arundel Castle, Arundel, house & 40 acres of sweeping grounds & gardens, 01903 882173

Princes Park, Eastbourne, putting, playgrounds, Splashtastic (seasonal), model boating lake, café, 01323 410000

Bateman’s, Burwash, former home of Rudyard Kipling, children’s holiday activities, 01435 882302

Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare, Ringmer, nr Lewes, 1000 rescue animals, visitor centre, 01825 840252

Beachy Head, walks, views & countryside centre (closed end Nov Easter), 01323 737273

Route 66, hop on and explore Hastings on the open-top bus, adults £4.50, add a child for only £1

Bedgebury Pinetum, Goudhurst, walking, cycling, play area, 01580 879820

Rye, visit the medieval town, Heritage Centre, Ypres Tower, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, 01797 226696

Bentley Wildfowl & Motor Museum, Halland + miniature railway, adventure playgrounds, woodland walk, 0845 867 2583

Scotney Castle, estate walks open all winter, house, garden, tea room, restricted opening, 01892 893820

Bewl Water, Lamberhurst TN3 8JH, walking, riding, cycling, family activitie, sailing, aquapark, café, 01892 890000

Seaford Museum in the Martello Tower, local history, Sun & bank holidays, 11am - 4pm, 01323 898222

Blackberry Farm, Whitesmith nr Lewes BN8 6JD, family farm, soft play barn, playgrounds, 01825 872912 Blue Reef Aquarium, Rock-A-Nore Road, Hastings, TN34 3DW, open year round, 01424 718776 Boating from the Anchor Inn Barcombe, near Lewes, BN8 5EA, summer only, 01273 400414 Bodiam Castle, nr Robertsbridge, story-book castle with moat, battlements & spiral staircases, 01580 830196 Boothland Wood, ancient woodland south of Uckfield for walks & cycling, 01825 762774 Borde Hill Gardens & Adventure Playground, Haywards Heath, closed in winter, 01444 450326 Branching Out Adventures, Halland, tree-top adventure course inc giant swing, 6-65yrs, comp prices, 01825 280250 Brighton Marina, shops, restaurants & cafes, bowling, cinema and much more, 01273 693636 Brighton Toy & Model Museum, over 10,000 toys!, 01273 749494 British Wildlife Centre, Lingfield, RH7 6LF, 40 native species including snakes, rats, wildcats etc, 01342 834658 Charleston Farmhouse, near Firle, home & country meetnig place for the Bloomsbury group, 01323 811626 Cuckoo Shack, Cuckoo Trail, Polegate, outdoor play area, café, ice cream for dogs, regular events, 07736 698262

Eastbourne Heritage Centre, opposite the Winter Gardens, BN21 4BT, check for opening hours, 01323 411189 Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum, free entry, open everyday, 01323 730717 Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park, open to beginning of November, 01323 520229 Eastbourne Pier, bars & restaurants, gift shops & amusements, great venue for Airbourne, 01323 410466 Filching Manor Motor Museum, Jevington Road, Polegate BN26 5QA, group bookings only, 01323 487124 Friston Forest, Exceat, BBQs cycling, walking, mountain biking, 0300 067 4880 Gildredge Park & Manor Gardens, Eastbourne, family park, playground, tennis courts, 01323 410000 Go Ape!, Bedgebury Forest & Tilgate Park, Crawley, tree top forest adventures, forest segways, 0333 331 7158 Groombridge Place Gardens & Enchanted Forest, playgrounds, animals - closed in winter, 01892 861444 Hampden Park, Eastbourne, lake, woodland, playground, bmx/ skateboarding, arboretum, history garden, 01323 410000

Cuckoo Trail, bridleway running from Heathfield to Polegate, 01323 443126

Hastings Adventure Golf, on the seafront TN34 3AJ, open year round, 3 x 18 hole courses, 01424 437227

Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, Lodge Hill Lane, Ditchling, BN6 8SP, Tue Sat & Sun, 01273 844744

Heaven Farm, Danehill, nature walk, farm museum, camping, tea rooms etc TN22 3RG, 01825 790226

Drusillas Park, Zoo & Theme Park, Alfriston, just off A27 open year round, 01323 874100

Hempstead Meadow, Uckfield, local nature reserve, wetland habitat, 01825 762774

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Herstmonceux Castle Gardens & Grounds, magnificent moated castle, 500 acres of gardens/parkland, 01323 833816 (see advert) Knockhatch Adventure Park, A22 at Hailsham, farm, birds of prey, water slides, adventure playgrounds, 01323 442051 Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum, Climb to the top of this 1000 yr castle for stunning views, 01273 486290 Masterpiece Studio, Holmes Hill Estate, Whitesmith, playground, café, pottery painting, decopatch, 01825 872225 Michelham Priory, Nr Hailsham, BN27 3QS, moated gardens, café, playground, historic house, 01323 844224 Middle Farm, Firle, animals, two playgrounds & play hay barn, restaurant & farm shop, 01323 811411 Motcombe Gardens, Eastbourne Old Town, duck pond, lawns, 01323 410000 National Trust at Burling Gap, National Trust land, a haven for wildlife, High & Over, chalk horse, 01323 423197 National Trust Standen, West Hoathly Rd, E.Grinstead, arts & crafts house, woodland play area, walks, 01342 323029 Newhaven Fort, explore tunnels, gun emplacements, Blitz shelter simulation etc, 01273 517622 Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, 100+ interactive exhibits, workshops, shows, tours, 01323 832731

Sealife Centre, Brighton, world’s oldest operating aquarium with 1500+ creatures, 01273 604234 or 0871 4232110 (booking line) Seven Sisters Country Park, walking, beach, rock pools etc, 0345 6080193 Sharnfold Farm & Farm Shop, Stone Cross, farm trail, animals, play area, PYO, coffee shop, farm, 01323 768490 Sheffield Park Garden, TN22 3QX, gardens, play trail, parkland, lakes, 01825 790231 Shinewater Park, Eastbourne, playground, lakes, all-weather court, BMX & skate park, 01323 410000 Stadium Tours at the Amex, Brighton, 7 days a week. Call for availability, 0844 327 1901 Stock Cars, Bangers & Hot Rods, Arlington Stadium, all year round, 01252 322920 Sussex Horse Rescue Sanctuary, Uckfield, Sundays 11 - 4 (selected dates), 01825 762010 The Helen Garden, Eastbourne, putting, boules, playground, 01323 410000 The Llama Park, Wych Cross, Forest Row, RH18 5JN, meet the animals, enjoy the play areas and shops, 01825 712040 The Royal Pavilion, Brighton, exotic royal palace, 03000 290900 Towner Art Gallery, Devonshire Park, Eastbourne, BN21 4JJ, free family activities, 01323 434670 Wakehurst Place, Ardingly, RH17 6TN, Royal Botanical Gardens, lots of lovely walks & play spaces, 01444 894066 West Park, Uckfield, local nature reserve, can be wet in winter!, 01825 762774

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A - Z of Sports and Leisure Cricket

Wilderness Wood, working woodland for walking, picnics, BBQ, wild camping, children’s activities, 01825 830509

Barcombe Cricket Club, training 7 14yrs+; teams U10 & U14, qualified coaches, 07790 513467 or 07980 556104

Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, Arundel, nature reserve with guided boat safari, 01903 883355

Crowborough Cricket Club, Blackness Rd, 8yrs+ coaching; U13 team, older juniors, seasonal, 07921 218836

Windmill Hill Windmill, open most Sundays & Bank Hols, Easter - Mid October, 2.30 - 5pm, 01323 833033

Eastbourne Cricket Club, soft ball for 5 - 10 yrs, teams U10 - U18, 01323 724328

Play Centres Barney’s Playbarn, Bell Lane, Uckfield, U 10’s, 01825 764575 Dino’s, Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, under 11’s & toddler area, 01323 490011 Fort Fun’s Indoor Play Centre at Fort Fun Adventure Park, Royal Parade, Eastbourne, U11’s, 01323 642833 Froggies at Knockhatch Adventure Park, Off A22 at Hailsham, 01323 442051 Hailsham Leisure Centre, soft play frames & slides, 0 - 10yrs, 01323 846755 Leo’s Play Den, Pevensey Rd, Eastbourne, babies - 12yrs, 01323 749022 Lewes Leisure Centre, Ocean Adventure, under 11’s, 01273 486000 Monkey Bizness, Cliffe Industrial Estate, Lewes, toddler area for 2-5yrs, main frame for 5-12yrs, 01273 311560 PUP Station Eastbourne, Commercial Road, separate toddler area, café, 0 - 12yrs, 01323 411527 Treasure Island, Eastbourne, Buccaneer’s Indoor Adventure, babies - 12yrs, 01323 411077 Urban Jump, trampolining & activity centre, Ghyll Road Industrial Estate, Heathfield, 01435 863277

Railways Bentley Miniature at Bentley Country Park, run by volunteers on Sun & some school hols, 0845 867 2583 Bluebell Railway, open from Sheffield Park to East Grinstead, Santa Specials in Dec, 01825 720800 Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park, open April to October, 01323 520229 Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden, Northiam & Bodiam, limited service in winter + Santa Specials, 01580 765155 The Lavender Line, preserved railway, Isfield nr Uckfield, open Sun plus Santa Specials in Dec, 01825 750515

Arts and Crafts Little Miss Sew ‘n’ Sew, at the Enterprise Centre, sewing workshops and materials shop, 01323 729444 Masterpiece, Whitesmith, paint pottery, decopatch, button art, teddy making, sew a cushion, 01825 872225 Messy Church, St Mary’s Chruch Hall, Willingdon, 1st Sat of month, 3-5.30pm, 01323 501763 Messy Church, Welcome Baptist Church, Alexandra Road, Heathfield, 3.30-5.30pm, 1st Sunday of month, 01435 864646 Recycled textiles & felt making workshops for schools & adults, 01580 201015

Silver Jewellery Workshops, 01825 722428 The Art House Café, Grove Road, Eastbourne. Regular arts and crafts, pay per session, 01323 728691 The Creation Station, arts & crafts classes in Eastbourne, from 14 months- 5 yrs, 07340 568363 The Seamstress Lewes, Nina Murden, 121 sewing classes for adults & children, 8yrs+, alterations, 07717 855 314 Time 2 Potter, Hailsham, pottery painting, 4yrs+, w/ends, Wed & school hols, call to book, 01323 505000

Athletics Lewes Athletics Club, 9yrs+, 01273 487159

Cycle Training, Bikeability, cycling proficiency training for 6-16yrs, 01273 482490 Eastbourne Rovers Pedal Power, 6 16yrs, coached cycling skills, Mar-Jul, Sept-Oct, Fri evenings, 07546 839416 Evolution Cycles, sales & repairs, Meads Street Eastbourne, BN20 7QY, 01323 737320 Hellingly Cycle Speedway Club, in need of new riders 7 yrs+, Apr - Oct, 01323 506751

Bowling and Skittles Freedom Bowl at Hailsham Leisure Centre, 3yrs+, 01323 846755 Ten Pin, Eastbourne, 10 pin bowling & laser quest, 0871 222 3675

Boxing

Mini Athletics, for 2-7yrs, Sundays, Southover Primary School, Lewes, Free taster available, 07876 023857

Hayastan Boxing Club, Eastbourne, at the DGH Sports & Social Club, 12yrs+, 07411 353 889

Badminton

Phoenix Boxing Eastbourne, Langney Rd, junior squad U18s & U10s, 07754 748384

Cavendish Sports Centre, Eastbourne, Badminton, 7yrs+ coaching, Mon & Thu, 01323 647683

Chess

Etchingham & Fontridge Cricket Club, junior memberships, 01580 819240 Flimwell Cricket Club, 07773 361542 Glynde & Beddingham Cricket Club, junior teams & coaching, 7yrs+, 07771 658091 Hailsham Cricket Club, junior teams & coaching: 4 - 19yrs Wed eve + adult teams, 07980 146841 Hellingly Cricket Club, juniors from U8’s - U16’s, ladies & men’s teams, 07872 346843 Herstmonceux Cricket Club, 6yrs+ coaching, junior + adults, 01323 841060 Lewes Priory Cricket Club, all ages from 6yrs+, training & matches, 07790 323001 Newhaven Cricket Club, 6 - 16yrs teams & coaching, 07761 786794 Newick Cricket Club Juniors, 8yrs+ coaching, Fri eve, U11 & U13 teams, 07831 840000 Ringmer Cricket Club, junior coaching & teams, 8yrs+, 01273 812522 Seaford Cricket Club, 6yrs+ & teams from U8 - U19, men & women, 07791 998083

Cavendish Sports Centre, Eastbourne, No Strings Badminton, family badminton session, Sun am, 01323 647683

English Chess Federation, 01424 775222

Circus and Stunts

St Michael’s CC, Lewes, Wed: 12-14yrs; Fri 8 -11yrs, coaching + older juniors play for adult teams, 07984 840353

Crowborough Leisure Centre, casual bookings + hire, 01892 665488

Junior Circus, Acting Moon Bigtop School of Circus Arts, 7yrs+, Tuesdays & Thursdays, term time, 01323 325957

Waldron Cricket Club, Under 16s, looking for new members, 01435 862031

Little Circus, Acting Moon Bigtop School of Circus Arts, 4yrs+, Wednesdays, term time, 01323 325957

Dance and Drama

Hampden Park Sports Centre, Eastbourne, open sessions, 01323 509859 Hardwick Badminton Club, Causeway School, Eastbourne, 14yrs+, coaching & club night, Tue, 07749 878895 Heathfield Leisure Centre, casual sessions, 01435 868824 Lewes Leisure Centre, casual use, 01273 486000 Shinewater Sports & Community Centre, casual bookings & coaching for 7 - 16yrs on Thu eve, 01323 768614/01323 768089 (coaching) Shuttles Badminton Club, Uplands, Wadhurst, teenagers & Adults , Mon eve 8:45pm, 01892 784695 or 01892 782136 Sovereign Centre, casual badminton sessions, 01323 738822 Sport Brighton, Denton Rd, Eastbourne, casual bookings, 01273 643706 Uckfield Leisure Centre, casual bookings, 01825 761160

Bikes Bewl Water Cycle Hire, cycleway open all year round, 03000 415200

Sweet Circus, Circus Monkeys Aerial.

Fri 5pm, Yoga-Life Studio, Aerial hoop, silks & trapeze, 07718 996853 Sweet Circus, Circus Monkeys Juniors.

Weds 5pm, St.Elizabeth’s Church.

Ground Skills & Aerial, 07718 996853 Sweet Circus, Circus Monkeys Seniors. Weds 4pm, St.Elizabeth’s Church. Ground Skills & Aerial, 07718 996853 Trapeze, Rope & Silks, Children 7yrs+ - Mon/Thu/Fri pm, Adults Fri eve, All Saints Centre, Lewes, 07960 794408/07982 241990(adult) Youth Circus, Acting Moon Bigtop School of Circus Arts, 12yrs+, Tuesdays & Thursdays, term time, 01323 325957

Climbing Nuts4Climbing at Harrison’s Rocks, Groombridge, 8yrs+, Sun am club & holiday courses, 01892 860670

Cookery Lerato Cookery School, Eastbourne, family classes, kids cookery clubs, birthday parties, 07763 474979

ACT, Eastbourne town centre, professional theatre training & kid’s drama school, 6-18yrs, 01273 818266 Aerodance, fun dance for children 4 - 15yrs, Uplands Sports Centre, Wadhurst, 01892 782136 Art of Dance, Lewes & Hove, 2yrs - adult, ballet, tap & street dance, 07976 068989 BalletBesque, childrens ballet for beginners to advance, classes in Crowborough, 07789 915230 Bond School of Dance, Seaford, ballet, tap & modern, contemporary, 3yrs+, 01323 492795 Cherry Dance, 7-9 Wish Road, Eastbourne, streetdance, jazz, modern, ballet, 4 - 18yrs, 07793 383956 Deborah Lamb Theatre Arts (Debs Dancers), Uckfield, ballet, tap, jazz & musical theatre, 01825 762880 Diamond Dance, Horam, freestyle, 5yrs - adult, 01323 840937 Diana Freedman’s School of Dance & Performing Arts, Pevensey Bay, 2½yrs - adult, 01424 212986

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A - Z of Sports and Leisure Eastbourne Town Youth FC, Eastbourne, U6 - U18 teams, boys & girls, 07795 294443

Do4Kidz Dance Works, primary school clubs, 01892 521778 East Sussex Dance Studios, Five Ashes Village Hall, 2yrs+, 07803 254966

First Touch Football Academy, weekly sessions and holiday camps, 07799 771272

Eastbourne Academy of Dancing, dance specialist, drama, adult Ballet, 01323 417260

Hailsham United Junior FC, U6 - U16 (mixed), 01323 844005 Hampden Park Sports Centre, Eastbourne, football fun, 6 - 9yrs & 9 - 12yrs, Mon & Fri, 01323 509859

Eastbourne Stage School - The Theatre Workshop, classes in dancing, singing & acting, 6-16yrs, Fri, 01323 401898

Horam and Heathfield Junior Football Club, U6 - U18 mixed to U15; girls U14/U16, 01435 865163

Goldmans Stage School, dance, drama & singing tuition, 7yrs+, Hippodrome Theatre, Eastbourne, 01323 643961

Jarvis Brook JFC, teams & training 4 -18 yrs, recruiting new players for all ages, boys & girls, 07875 878835

Hampden Park Sports Centre, Eastbourne, 3yrs+, modern Fri 4-6pm & ballet Thurs 4-6pm, 01323 509859

Kingston Junior Football Club, 7 - 12yrs coaching, teams: U15s and mens, 01273 473107

Heathfield Youth Drama, 5 - 16yrs, Friday eves, 01825 830464

Learn, Play, Achieve, Eastbourne Sports Park & Seaford, 4 - 15yrs, after school & holidays, 01273 463355

Helena’s Flamenco Dance, 6+yrs - adult, beginners, Lewes - Sat, Eastbourne - Tue, 07963 959262

Maresfield Dynamos Junior Football Club, coaching from U7; teams U11, U15, U16

Kaleidoscope Theatre Company, Lewes & Barcombe, 5-19yrs, performing arts, 07963 478 393

Pevensey & Westham JFC, U6 - U18 boys, mixed to U13, 07749 047283

Legat School of Dance at Bede’s, Upper Dicker, 01323 843252

Polegate Grasshoppers, U6 - U15 boys; U6 - U13 girls, 07736 687472

Lewes Theatre Youth Group, at Lewes Little Theatre, 01273 474826

Premier Mini Soccer, Seaford, sat am 9-11.30am, 3yrs+, all abilities, 07862 261094

Natalie Roberts School of Performing Arts, Cavendish School, Eastbourne, 5 - 16yrs, 07796 268373 Old Town Dance, Eastbourne, 2½yrs+, 07809 296375 PNYT Peacehave and Newhaven Youth Theatre. Wednesday’s Elim church, Newhaven age 5-18, 07729 583264 RAPA Dance, Eastbourne, contemporary, jazz, ISTD, ballet, modern, tap, parquor, hip-hop for 2yrs+, 07712 194456 Rennie Dance Academy, ballet, tap, modern, streetdance, musical theatre, 3yrs+, Newick, Uckfield, 01825 761596 Robinson Academy of Drama, Eastbourne, LAMDA classes & exams, home school daytime groups, 07507 533708

Premier United, Seaford, U7- U17, boys & girls academy, 07862 261094 Stagecoach Lewes, Kings Academy, Ringmer, 4 - 18yrs, 01273 504380 or 07933 726924 Streetfunk, streetdance classes for ages 4-18 in Lewes, 01273 978105 Summerheath School of Dance, ballet, tap, modern and acro in Hailsham for 2½ yrs+, 01323 840092 The Dance Academy, Lewes, ballet, tap, modern, ballroom, street & freestyle, 07852 390748 Turning Pointe School of Dance, Lewes, Plumpton, Barcombe & Haywards Heath, 07936 588802

Seaford School of Dancing, ballet, tap, modern, hip hop, musical theatre, 2½yrs+, 07778 432561

Universal Dance, Uckfield, Lewes areas: street dance, cheerleading, ballet, contemporary, drama, 07885 528356 (Uckfield) or 07968 295862 (Lewes)

Seaford Youth Drama Group, 5 - 18yrs, Mon after school 5-8pm term time only, 01323 892023

Up the Tempo Dance School, Newhaven & Seaford, 2½yrs - adults, disco & street, 07852 323990

Seahaven Dance in Seaford & Lewes, 2.5yrs - adult, Cecchetti ballet, tap, modern, jazz, 07738 831616 Shining Stars Dance Academy, Shinewater, 18mths-adult, ballet, modern, tap, jazz, musical theatre, 07980 986672

Lewes Fencing Club, Lewes Leisure Centre, Sundays 10am-12pm, 8yrs+ all abilities, 01273 486000

Fishing Bewl Water Fly Fishing, day tickets & junior courses, bank fishing, fly fishing, boat fishing, 01892 890000 Brick Farm Lake, Herstmonceux, trout fishery, 4 well stocked lakes, onsite lodge, 01323 832615 Horam Manor Fisheries, fish by the day, 01323 840889 Hydneye Lake, Shinewater Park, permits Pike Angling Club, 07876 185249 Sharnfold Farm, Stone Cross, Pevensey, well stocked lake open 364 days a year, 01323 768490

Seaford Town Youth Football, U8 - U11, U13, U16 teams Sovereign Saints, Eastbourne, 4yrs - U17 teams & trainees, boys & girls, 07778 557538 Sussex County Football Associtation, can help you find your nearest club, 01903 753547 Uckfield Grasshoppers Junior FC from 5yrs - U16

Golf Bay View Park Golf Course, Pevensey Bay, junior green fees/membership & lessons, 01323 769384 Crowborough Beacon Golf Club, all ablities welcome. Individual and group lessons for juniors, 01892 661511 Dale Hill Golf Club, Ticehurst, coaching & junior memberships, Sun pm coaching open to non-members, 01580 201090

Weekend drama school for children aged 4-20years, ‘Nurturing tomorrows talent’, Eastbourne, 07568 075488

Southdown Angling Association, Eastbourne & Hailsham area, junior memberships, 01435 812854

Welcome Boogie Beats, Welcome Baptist Church, Heathfield, Tuesdays from 11am, under 5s, 01435 864646

Football

East Sussex Golf Academy, Lottbridge Golf Club, Eastbourne, 4yrs - adult, 01323 520400

AFC Uckfield Colts, Skills Club 2-9yrs; U11, U9, U8, U6 teams, 01825 890511

East Sussex National, Little Horsted, junior memberships & lessons, 01825 880088

SLH Dance Academy, Lewes, ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern, 07539 215547

Welcome Youth Theatre, Welcome Baptist Church, Heathfield, Mondays, 4pm (4-8yrs), 5pm (8 yrs +), 01435 864646

So Dance Academy, Crowborough, 3yrs+, ballet, tap, modern, jazz, hip hop, 07944 588696

Willingdon School of Dancing, Eastbourne, Polegate, all styles, free tasters, 2.5 years+, 07735 386465

Stage Stars, Eastbourne, dance, singing and drama classes for 2-13 yrs, 07926 106393

Zoe Pennington Dance Academy, Polgate, 18mths - adults, 01323 845715

Stagecoach Eastbourne, Acting, Singing and Dance classes 4-18yrs, 01323 306944

Zylo Performance, drama clubs & music lessons for primary schools, 07796 305205

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Fencing

Ringmer Rovers, U7 - U16, boys & girls, 07747 616051

C.A.C.L Saturday Football Coaching, 9.15am-10.15am, 4-12yrs, Eastbourne, 01323 730467 Denton & South Heighton JFC, U7 U16, 07540 838326 Eastbourne Borough FC, 8 - 14yrs, Boys & Girls, 01323 766265 Eastbourne Borough Football Club Boys and Girls from 5-18 years, 07885 298134

Horam Park Golf Club, junior coaching & holiday courses, pitch & putt course, 01435 813477 Lewes Golf Club, thriving junior section, coaching, competitions etc, 01273 483474 Piltdown Golf Club, junior memberships, coaching, competitions, 01825 722033 Royal Eastbourne Golf Club, junior coaching, events etc, 01323 744045

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Karate Academy, Cornfield Lane, Eastbourne, 7yrs - adult, 07952 670349

Wadhurst Brass Band & L Plate Brass, everyone welcome, all ages & abilities, 01892 782564

Karate for beginners with Complete Martial Arts, Stone Cross, Eastbourne, 4 - 11yrs, Tue, 07983609263

Music Teachers

MSK Martial Arts, family karate, junior judo, 4yrs+, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, 07870 611949 Sama Karate & Kickboxing, Eastbourne & Hailsham, 3½yrs - adults, 01273 580577

Gymnastics/Trampoline Acting Moon Bigtop School of Circus Arts, learn Aerial Trapeze, Silks, Hoop and Gymnastics, 01323 325957 C.A.C.L Gymnastics Club, 4-16yrs, weekly in term-time, Eastbourne & Hailsham, 01323 730467 Cavendish Sports Centre, Eastbourne, trampolining, 6 - 16yrs, Wed & Fri pm, 01323 647683 Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, gymnastics from 4yrs+; Wednesday and Thursday pm, 01323 490011 Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, trampolining from 4yrs+; Tuesday pm and Saturday am, 01323 490011 Eastbourne Gymnastics Club run by Happyjacks, Eastbourne 5yrs+ Tuesdays & Saturdays, 07738 381384 Eternity Gymnastics, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, home school gymnastics, 5yrs+ Thu am, 07925 052397 Fun Abounds, indoor trampoline centre, Uckfield, babies - adults, 01825 768479

Uplands Sports Centre, Wadhurst, gymnastics, 5yrs+, 01892 782136 Urban Jump, trampolining & activity centre, Ghyll Road Industrial Estate, Heathfield, 01435 863277

Hockey Eastbourne Hockey Club, Saffrons Sports Club, Girls, Boys & adults 6yrs+, Sundays, 01323 736212

Tiger Kickboxing, Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, Mon/Tue/Sun, 5yrs+, 01323 873753

Lewes Hockey Club at Southdown Sports Club, Lewes, 6yrs - adult, 01273 480630

Uckfield Leisure Centre, Judo, 5yrs - adult; Taekwondo, 3yrs - adults, 01825 761160

Horseriding

Uplands Sports Centre, Wadhurst, Judo, 4yrs+, 01892 782136

Hamsey Riding School, Lewes, hacking & lessons, 5yrs+, 07735 006169 Horam Manor Stables, hacking, lessons, pony days, birthday parties, 4yrs+, 01435 812955 Meadows Equestrian Centre, Downash, nr Hailsham, 4yrs+, 01323 848777 Polegate Equestrian Centre, Polegate, lessons & hacking, pony parties, own a pony days, 4yrs+, 01323 483975 Priory Court Farm, Polegate, pony days & riding lessons, call for dates and details, 07736 698262

Happyjacks Pre-School Gymnastics for 3-5yrs, Shinewater Sports Centre, Tuesdays & Saturdays, 07738 381384

Riding for the Disabled, East Sussex Region, call for details of nearest groups, 07850 522 768

Jump Trampoline Club, Hailsham, 4yrs to adult, 01323 508604 Peacehaven Leisure Centre, gymnastics & trampolining from preschool age upwards, various classes, 01273 588858 Sky High Trampoline & Double Mini Tramp Club, Uckfield, 5yrs - adults, 01825 768479 Sky High Trampoline Park, Peacehaven, 01273 580029

TAGB Tigers. Ratton School, 3-11yrs, Tues 6-7pm, 07711084513 The Martial Arts Centre, 24 Longstone Rd, Eastbourne, traditional Korean martial arts, 4yrs+, 07540 179194

Gymnastics Lessons at the Sovereign Centre for 18 months-11 year olds, 01323 738822

Heathfield Leisure Centre, trampolining on mon eve & gymnastics on sat, 5yrs+, 01435 868824

Seaford Karate Club, Downs Leisure Centre, 5 yrs+, Mon & Wed, 07812 381877

Martial Arts Classes for kids 4yrs+ and separate adult classes, beginners welcome, Eastbourne Shorin Ryu Karate, 07853 304405 Cavendish Sports Centre, Eastbourne, Karate, Aikido, Ju Jitsu, 5yrs+, 01323 647683 CMA Karate, Hailsham, Uckfield, Wadhurst & T-Wells, 5yrs+, 01323 848677 Eastbourne Kyokushinkai Karate Club, St Catherines College, 7yrs+, Mon eve, 07977 094347

Uckfield Gymnastic Club, from crawling to adults, led by British Gymnastics qualified coaches, office@uckfieldgymnastics.co.uk

Frontier School of Karate & Kickboxing (FSK), Heathfield, Uckfield, Crowhurst, Crowborough, 3yrs+, 01273 702662 or 07970 686054

Uckfield Leisure Centre, trampolining, 3yrs - adults, Sat AM courses, 01825 761160

Kaigan Judo Club, Heron Park Academy, Eastbourne, Wed 6.30, 8 - 18yrs, 07814 543123

Vision Taekwondo, Uckfield, Crowborough 3yrs - adults, 01892 610598 or 07887 507363 White Crane, Lewes, Fridays, Dog boxing kung fu 7pm, 07976 260710 White Crane, Lewes, Mon & Wed Kids Kung Fu 6pm, Taichi 7pm, Kung Fu 8pm, sparring/weapons 9.30pm, 07976 260710

Music Groups Eastbourne Scottish Pipe Band, 11yrs+, 01424 440081

Bonners Music School, Eastbourne, piano, keyboard, drums, guitar, singing, 01323 639335 Cello Lessons, Catherine Black, Lewes, 6yrs+, 01273 470558 Claire Barrass, Flute, piano and sax lessons, DBS checked, based in Eastbourne, 0776 2584009 or 01323 732599 Drumstuff, Enterprise Centre, Eastbourne, lessons 8yrs+, equipment sales, 01323 650135 Piano lessons for all ages and levels.

Free taster. Georgina. Eastbourne, 07783 441045 Piano lessons, Wendy Hammond, Eastbourne, all ages welcome, 07976 110487 Piano Tuition, Eastbourne Seaside, Valeria Cassidy, all ages, 07833 891236 Piano/Music lessons in Eastbourne.

Any age/style. Fun and relaxed atmosphere. Experienced tutor, 07535 131640 Ravebugs, Eastbourne, drum lessons, 7yrs+, 07850 890026 Rob Sansom, saxophone, clarinet & flute tuition, CRB checked, Eastbourne, 01323 639712/ 07776 086075 Sundari Heller, Violin & Viola Tuition, for all levels and all ages, Uckfield & surrounding areas, 01342 823099 The Drum Studio, drum tuition, Blackboys near Uckfield, 07792 485413

Glyndebourne Youth Opera, 9 - 19yrs, join mailing list to get details of events & workshops, 01273 815023

Uckfield Community Orchestra, also offers low cost string lessons by a professional string player, 01825 761124

House of Rhythm, drum clubs for schools, pre-schools, clubs plus additional needs & dementia groups, 01435 813827

Violin, Piano & Music Theory Lessons.

Peacehaven, all ages & abilities, 01273 580250

Julie’s Art of Noise, singing workshops in Seaford, any age; also private tuition, 07460 702328 Lewes, Glynde & Beddingham Brass Band, All Saints Centre, 8 - 11yrs, free tuition/instrument loan, 01403 750493

Netball Hampden Park Sports Centre, Eastbourne, Thursdays, 5-6pm, 7-12 years, £3 per session, 01323 509859 Harlequeens Netball Club, Eastbourne Sports Park, 14yrs+, 07901 910539

Mayfield Band, 7yrs - adult, beginners upwards, group tuition/band playing, brass players needed, 01892 653422

Heathfield Panthers Netball Club, junior section 8yrs - adult, 01435 866066

Sparkles Lewes is a fun music class, Tues 9.30am onwards, Eastgate Baptist church, Lewes, 07814 541195

Lewes Netball Club at Southdowns Club, Y7 at 6.30pm & Y8-9 at 7pm, 01273 480630

Starfish Youth Music, Lewes, 10yrs+, 07876 037542

Net-it , elite coaching by England Internationals, all abilities, 01273 771877

Uckfield Community Orchestra, all ages, under grade 5, Wed 6.15 8pm, 01342 823099

Seaford Netball Club, 7yrs+, 01323 894648

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Outdoor Pursuits Bewl Water Outdoor Centre, Lamberhurst, watersports, climbing, 8yrs+, residential centre, 03000 415200 So Sussex, outdoor activities incl bike hire, plus ‘schools without walls’ learning programme, 07739 050816

Paintball/Laser Games Ten Pin, Eastbourne, 10 pin bowling & laser quest, 0871 222 3675

Reading

My Skate World, family friendly roller discos Fri 5-9pm, Sat 1-6pm & Sun 2-6pm, Maple Rd, Eastbourne, 07807 087962 My Skate World, indoor skate rink, Tues- Fri for open skate, Maple Rd, Eastbourne, call for times, 07807 087962 Peacehaven Leisure Centre, family roller disco, Fri from 5pm, 01273 588858 SK8school, lessons, hire, discos & parties. Public skate Sat 3pm & half term, Eastbourne Sports Park, 01323 725575 or 07940 773295

Lewes Children’s Book Group, Bookswap 1st Sat of each half term holiday, 10am -12pm Depot Cinema, 01273 474964

Uckfield Leisure Centre, roller disco, Sat 3 - 4.30pm, 01825 761160

Rugby

Dry Ski Slope at Bowles, Eridge Green, private lessons only, skiing 6yrs+; boarding 10yrs+, 01892 665665

Crowborough Rugby Club, 2yrs - U18 + adults, 01892 654832 Lewes Rugby Club, U6 - U19, girls, boys, ladies & men, everybody welcome, 01435 864691 Rugbytots, fun, structured rugby play sessions for children aged 2-5 years in Eastbourne, 0345 313 0421 Tom’s Rhinos Rugby School, Saturday mornings, Eastbourne, ages 2-18, free trial class available, 07572 010771

Scouting East Sussex Scouts, county administrator, 01342 826491

Mayfield Group Assistant Scout Leader, 07771 965517 Scout Association for nearest Beaver, Scout, Venture, Air & Sea group, 0845 3001818 Seahaven Beavers, Cubs & Scouts, 0844 4146086

Skating/Skateboards Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, family roller disco, Sat 5.30pm, skate school, 01323 490011 Eastbourne Edge Inline Hockey Club, MySkateWorld, 6 - 18yrs+, new players wanted, 07776 001021 Eastbourne Junior Roller Derby, Sundays 3-4pm, Causeway School, 8-17 yrs, 07947 641522

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Knockhatch Ski and Snowboard Centre, On A22 at Hailsham, 01323 843344

www.myskateworld.co.uk Eastbourne’s only purpose built roller rink!

Party hire + Discos + Family sessions + After School & Holiday Clubs + Food & Drink available Peacehaven Leisure Centre, gym, sports hall, Magic Castle soft play, squash & basketball, 01273 588858 Ringmer Swimming Pool, Lewes Rd, Ringmer, BN8 5RB, open 7 days, inflatables at weekends, 01273 813533 Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre, Newhaven, gym, pool, exercise classes at Shakespeare Hall, 01273 512498 Shinewater Sports Centre, Eastbourne, sports hall, gym, 01323 768614 Sport Brighton, Denton Rd, Eastbourne, swim, hire pitches, sports hall, gym: memberships available, 01273 643706

Sports Centres

Uckfield Leisure Centre, creche Mon - Fri 9.25 - 10.40am; 10.40 - 11.55am, 01825 761160

Bannatyne’s Health Club, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, members only, 01323 505080

Uckfield Leisure Centre, swimming pool, sports hall, studio, gym, squash, 3G pitch, 01825 761160

Cavendish Sports Centre, Eastbourne, sports hall, gym, studio, 01323 647683

Uplands Sports Centre, Wadhurst, sports halls, gym, studio, multi-use games area, 01892 782136

Crowborough Leisure Centre, creche Mon - Fri 9.15 - 10.30am; 10.30 - 11.45am, 01892 665488

Squash

Crowborough Leisure Centre, gym, studios, pool, sports hall, treatment rooms, sauna & steamroom, 01892 665488

Hailsham & Heathfield District Commissioner, 07853314654

Get Your Skates On, roller discos, all ages in Uckfield & Crowborough. Parties also available, 07858 912322

Snow Sports

David Lloyd Club, Eastbourne, members only, 01323 509802 Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford, sports hall, 3G pitch, gym, studio, creche Tue-Sat am, 01323 490011 Eastbourne Sports Park, athletics/3G/grass pitches/tennis/ table tennis/netball/basketball/ badminton, 01323 649214

Crowborough Tennis & Squash Club, coaching for 5yrs+, 01892 652618 Hampden Park Sports Centre, Eastbourne, casual sessions, 01323 509859 Nutley Tennis & Squash Club, junior squash coaching, 07786 232635 Peacehaven Leisure Centre, casual bookings and squash club all ages, Mon & Thurs eves, 01273 588858 Southdown Sports Club, Lewes, junior squash night, Wed 6-8pm, 01273 480630

Hailsham Leisure Centre, swim, gym, bowling, soft play, classes, 01323 846755

Uckfield Leisure Centre, junior coached squash on Mon/Thu pm, 01825 761160

Hampden Park Sports Centre, Eastbourne, gym, tennis, sports hall, astro, netball, squash, 3G pitch, 01323 509859

Burwash Common Stoolball, mixed team from 14yrs, 01435 883385

Heathfield Leisure Centre, gym, classes, sports hall, 01435 868824 Lewes Leisure Centre, gym, pool with flume & toddler pool, sports halls, soft play, athletics track, 01273 486000

Everyone welcome!

Stoolball

Chiddingly Ladies Stoolball, 01825 872052

Geebro Stoolball Club, Hailsham, ladies, 12yrs+, 01323 841305 Hailsham League Stoollball, details of local clubs, 01323 487445 Herstmonceux Mixed Stoolball, 01323 765777 Isfield Ladies Stoolball, 07824 556832 Maresfield Stoolball Club, ladies & mixed teams, 07901 551581 Newick Junior, Ladies & Mixed Stoolball, 01825 722081 Nutley Stoolball, Ladies & Mixed, 01825 764824

Swimming

Aquatots, Crowborough, 0208 6886488 Crowborough Leisure Centre, lessons, life saving club, splashmania, Sat swim club, public swimming, 01892 665488 Deborah Barnes, Swimming Lessons, Home Educated Children, Mondays, Eastbourne, 3 years and older, 07790 369927 Eastbourne Otters, swimming lessons at various locations across Eastbourne, all abilities from 4yrs+, 07936 592840 Hailsham Leisure Centre, swim lessons, splash mania Fri eve for all ages, toddler area, 01323 846755 Hydro School, Eastbourne, all abilities, 3yrs - adult, 07840 146248 Lewes Leisure Centre, fun swimming & lessons for all ages; Super Splash Sat & Sun 3 - 5pm, 01273 486000 Lewes Swimming Club at Seaford, Ringmer, Newhaven & Lewes, 3yrs masters, 01273 582629 Liberty Swim School, St Leonards, Mayfield, 2½ - 15yrs, Sat am, 07540 103319 Love Baby Swim School, birth upwards, private pool in Isfield, nr Uckfield, 01825 840377 Motcombe Pool, Eastbourne, swimming lessons from 3mths+, open 7 days a week, 01323 410748

Five Ashes Stoolball Club, mixed, 14yrs+, 01825 830520

Newhaven Scuba Centre, Newhaven Marina Fort Rd, Newhaven BN9 9DL, 01273 612012

Fletching Ladies Stoolball, 01825 768030

Pells Open Air Pool, Lewes (seasonal opening), 01273 472334 (when open)

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A - Z of Sports and Leisure Planet Divers, Eastbourne, Discover Scuba Experience, 10yrs+, £30 for 2 hours, 07889 883232

Treasure Seekers, 5 - 9yrs, Horam Chapel, Fri eve, term time, 01435 408405

Puddle Ducks baby & pre-school swimming lessons in Crowborough, Hailsham and Uckfield, 01892 617246

Woodcraft Folk, Old Town, Eastbourne, games, craft, drama, discussion, outdoor activities, 5 - 16yrs, 01323 732267

Ringmer Swimming Pool, Lewes Rd, Ringmer, BN8 5RB, open 7 days, inflatables at weekends, 01273 813533 Scuba2000, scuba diving & snorkelling for all, 8yrs - adult; freediving for 14yrs+, 01825 762524

Le Tennis, Maresfield & Newick, tennis coaching & holiday camps, 01825 760926

Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre, Newhaven, lessons & lane swimming, 01273 512498

Maresfield Lawn Tennis Club, active junior section, 01825 760926

Small Splashes, Wilmington, classes for babies - 8yrs, 07951 129354

Mayfield Lawn Tennis Club, 4yrs+, junior coaching for members, camps, 01435 873113

Sovereign Centre, Eastbourne fun & training pools; lessons from 6mths+, dive from 8yrs+, 01323 738822

Newhaven Tennis Club, family orientated club with junior memberships & coaching, 01273 512162

Sovereign Centre, Eastbourne, Wave Rave, Fri eve, 8 - 12yrs: 5pm - 6.45pm; all ages: 7pm - 8.30pm, 01323 738822

Newick Tennis Club, active junior section, 01825 760926

Swim Skills School, York House Hotel, Eastbourne, 0 - 5yrs, 07817 640748 The Blue Lagoon Warm Water Centre, 14 Brassey Parade, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, BN22 9NG, 01323 325556 Uckfield Beacon Swimming/Triathlon Club, Sun eve, Uckfield Leisure Centre, 7yrs+, 01825 761160 Uckfield Leisure Centre, fun, lessons from 2yrs, Seahorses for tots, parties, Splashdance Fri eve, 01825 761160 Water Babies, Chailey Heritage School, weekends, birth - 4yrs, 01273 552454 Water Babies, Eastbourne, Crowborough, Bexhill, Ticehurst, Tunbridge Wells, birth - 4yrs, 01424 892568

Table Tennis Crowborough Leisure Centre, casual bookings, 01892 665488 Five Ashes Table Tennis Club, 12yrs+, Mondays, 8.15pm, September - March, 01825 830520 Hailsham Table Tennis Club, 10yrs+, 01323 841203 Shinewater Sports & Community Centre, casual bookings, 01323 768614 Sport Brighton, Denton Rd, Eastbourne, casual bookings, 01273 643706

Tennis Burwash Tennis Club, junior memberships & coaching, Sat pm, 01424 842796 Crowborough Tennis & Squash Club, teams, coaching, camps, 4yrs+, 01892 652618 Eastbourne Sports Park, indoor tennis courts for hire, 01323 649214 Hailsham Tennis Club, child friendly junior tennis, coaching, holiday camps & fitness classes, 0781 551 1130

Nutley Tennis & Squash Club, junior tennis coaching, 07786 232635 South Coast Tennis, coaching for all ages & holiday camps Cross in Hand & Horam, 07790 037030 Southdown Sports Club, Lewes, junior coaching, hol courses, 01273 480630 Tennis in the Park, Gildridge Park, Eastbourne, free taster; coaching & holiday camps, 2yrs - adult, 07837 890429 Victoria Pleasure Ground, Uckfield, active junior section, 01825 760926 Wadhurst Tennis Club, group coaching, tournaments, holiday camps, 4yrs+, 01892 783303

Uniformed Groups 3rd Eastbourne Company, Boys Brigade, Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Road, Wed eve, 01323 737974 Air Training Corps, HQ in Seaford; units: Eastbourne, Hailsham, Uckfield, Crowborough, 13-18yrs, 01323 899900 Newhaven & Seaford Sea Cadets, 12-18yrs Mon & Fri eve and Junior Cadets, 10-12yrs Fri eve, 01273 655442 (Mon/Fri eve)

Yoga Alice Yoga at Yoga Life Studio, Eastbourne, 07500 060119 Cai Baby Yoga, 1-2-1 & group classes, 12wks to mobile, 07999 286778 Just Relax, baby Yoga classes in Polegate with Hannah Hanraty, 07887 638339 Mother & Baby Yoga, Seaford Children’s Centre, last Wed monthly, 11am-12pm call to book, 01323 464180 Sprite Yoga, Parents & Toddlers & Home Ed Yoga (4-8yrs) - Lewes New School Friday am, 07774397269 Yoga Life, Eastbourne, Family Yoga on Sunday am and Mum & baby yoga on Tuesdays, 07780 535134

Young Farmers Clubs

Sussex Federation of Young Farmers, 01273 892101

Youth Clubs - 5-11yrs

Hampden Park Tennis Club, Eastbourne, juniors coaching, holiday camps, tournaments, teams, 5yrs+, 01323 655567

Eastbourne Kayak & Surf Hire, by the Wish Tower, open from end April - end Sep, 07917 863791

Heathfield Junior Youth Club, Youth Centre, Thu eve 6.30-8.30pm, 10-13yrs, 01273 335130 Heathfield Youth Centre, Friday Night Project, 6.30-8.30pm, 13 - 18yrs, 01273 335130

ID: 11-14yr olds, football, video games, tuck shop, 7pm Wednesdays Kings Church Eastbourne, 01323 521125 Live Youth Club, Fri 5.30-6.45pm, Youth Club, Fri 7-8.30pm, Seaford Baptist Church, 01323 896009

BiF, 10 - 12 yrs, Horam Chapel, Fri eve, term time, 01435 408405

Newhaven Youth Activities, Lewes Road Hut, 12 - 19yrs, Wed eve, 01273 517250

Explorers, All Saints Centre, Eastbourne, Reception - Y4, Tuesdays 3.45 - 5pm, £1 per child, 01323 419400

J Club, Wadhurst Primary School, R-Y6, Tuesdays 3.45-5pm, 01892 782083

Buzz Active, Eastbourne & Cuckmere, windsurfing, canoeing, sailing, power boat, body boarding, SUP, 01323 417023

Grid 78:4, Carillon Cottage, Wadhurst, Sat 6 - 7.30pm, Y7-13, 01892 782083

Adventurers, All Saints Church, Crowborough. KS2, y3-y6, sumo suits, nerf wars, fun games, 07731 531891

Sussex Army Cadet Force, 8-18yrs; C’brough, E’bourne, Hailsham, Heathfield, Lewes, Newhaven, Seaford, 01273 552222

Bewl Water Sailing, junior & adult sailling courses at the Outdoor Centre, 03000 415200

Eastbourne YMCA Youth Activities, 11 - 18yrs, call for venues & days, 01323 412412

Herstmonceux Chapel Youth Club, 11 - 16yrs, weekly Fri eve, 01323 832266

Ignite Club, All Saints Centre, Eastbourne, Y5 - Y7, Tuesdays 6.30 8pm, £1 per child, 01323 419400

Bewl Water Outdoor Centre, Lamberhurst, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, 8yrs+, 03000 415200

7 Up, The Source, Luxford Car Park, Uckfield, Fri 7 - 9pm, Y7 - Y11, term time only, 01825 765115

Ringmer & Lewes Young Farmers, 10 - 26 years, 01273 517824

St John Ambulance Cadets, 10 - 17yrs, contact via the website, 0121 392 6500

Bewl Canoe Club, 12 yrs+, parental supervision needed, 01892 890000

Youth Clubs - 11yrs+

Heathfield Youth Club, Tue 4pm, Y7 Club, 01273 335130

St John Ambulance Badgers, 7 - 10yrs, contact via the website, 0121 392 6500

Watersports

Youth Group, St Mary’s Westham, Sat 7-9pm, Y7+, 50p, 07927 387906

Hailsham Young Farmers, 07749 580206

Heroes Club, All Saints Church, Crowborough. KS1, Reception-y2, sumo suits, nerf wars, fun games, 07731 531891

Hampden Park Sport Centre, Eastbourne, junior tennis coaching, Fridays at 5pm, 01323 509859

Horam Tennis Club, coaching from 5yrs+, Tue pm & Sat am & holiday courses with Good4Tennis, 07484 140811

Xpect Youth on Fridays, Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Road, 5 - 6.30pm, for Reception - Y5, 01323 737974

Lego club, Seaside Community Hub, all ages welcome, Mondays, 3.30 5pm, term time, £1 per child Live Wires, for children in school yrs 4-8, Community Wise, Eastbourne, Fri 6.30pm-8pm, 01323 722924

Polegate Youth Club, Wannock Road Pavillion, 11 - 19yrs, Tue 7pm, 01323 466665 The Square Youth Café, Hailsham, Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri pm for Y7 - Y8 & Mon - Fri eve for Y9 - Y12, 01323 843377 UNIT27, 11-16yrs night club, Kings Centre, Eastbourne, once a month Fridays, 01323 521125 Wadhurst (Uplands) Youth Centre, Open Access, Thu eve 6.15 - 8.15pm, 11 - 17yrs, 07769 164196 Woodcraft Folk, Old Town, Eastbourne, games, craft, drama, discussion, outdoor activities, 6 - 16yrs, 01323 732267

Live, Seaford Baptist Church, Y3 - 6, Fri 5.30 - 6.45pm, 01323 896009

Xpect Youth on Fridays, Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Road, 7pm-8.30pm, 01323 737974

Newhaven Youth Activities, Lewes Road Hut, 8 - 12yrs, Mon eve, 01273 517250

Youth Activities, Denton Hall, Forward Close, Newhaven, 12yrs+, Fri eve, 01273 517250

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