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January 2015

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The East Sussex Community Connecting Directory lists groups and activities that are for everyone in the community. These groups are welcoming to people who have a learning disability. Someone who supports you can help you to look through this booklet. Each section is in a different colour to help you find what you are looking for.

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4 Theatre 8 Music and singing 11 Art and Craft 13 Writing 15 Reading and story telling 18 Sports and Health 24 Walking and Rambling 27 Dance 32 Social and Cultural 37 Gardening and Flowers 41 Conservation 44 Animals 45 Fishing

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46 Stamp collecting 47 Film 48 Astronomy 50 Hobbies and Interests 52 Family History 53 Games 55 Rail and Tramways 56 Community Groups 60 Support groups 61 Community Projects

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Fairlight Players

Where:

Fairlight Village Hall

Broadway

Fairlight

Hastings

TN35 4AP

Contact: Mrs Carol Ardley Telephone:

01424 814178

Email:

contact@fairlightplayers.org.uk

The Fairlight Players produce two

plays a year in the Village Hall at

Fairlight. We are always keen to

welcome anyone with an interest

in amateur theatre whether

on-stage or behind the scenes.

Our aim is to reach out to the

community through

entertainment.

Catsfield Amateur Dramatic Society (CADS)

Where:

3 miles from Battle

Contact:

Vanessa Francis

Telephone:

01424 844363

Drama group for teens to people

in their eighties. Specialising in

Pantomimes. Also involved with

murder mysteries.

One Act, full length plays.

Theatre

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Shaping Voices

Where:

East Sussex

Contact: Jane Metcalf

Email: email@shapingvoices.co.uk Website: Shapingvoices.co.uk

Shaping Voices is an East Sussex based not-for-profit arts charity. Our aim is to bring the arts to groups of people in Sussex who would not normally have the opportunity to explore this area of activity. We are aiming to provide free workshops and training activities that include creative reminiscence, singing, drama and creative writing to people over 50 in East Sussex.

Hailsham Theatres

Where:

Hailsham

Email:

info@hailshamtheatres.co.uk

Website:

hailshamtheatres.co.uk

Welcome to the Hailsham

Theatres website. We are

Hailsham’s most recognised

amateur dramatic theatre group.

The group has been running for

over 60 years in one form or

another. We perform Hailsham’s

annual pantomime at the

Hailsham Pavilion, we also

perform plays and put on variety

shows.

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Mark One Drama

Where:

Crowborough

Contact:

Hilary Mackelden

Telephone:

01892 665384

An amateur drama group.

We have fun while putting on

quality entertainment. All are

welcome.

Rehearsals are held on Monday

and Friday evenings at 7.30pm to

10pm at All Saints Church Hall.

We put on two or three plays a

year and have social events.

Lewes Theatre Club

Where:

Lewes Little Theatre

Lancaster Street

Lewes

BN7 2PX

Telephone:

01273 474826

Website:

lewestheatre.org

We are always looking for new

members to bring our plays to

life. So whether you are

interested in acting or backstage

there’s plenty to do.

Tuesday nights are our club

nights when we work on our sets.

This is a good evening to come

along and meet people.

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Meeching Amateur Dramatics

When and where:

Most Tuesday and Thursday

evenings at Meeching Hall,

South Street, BN9 9QE

Contact:

Tony Gibbs

Telephone:

01323 896813

07912 965507

Email:

tonywgibbs@btinternet.com

Website:

Meechingamateurdramatics.co.uk

A community based group.

MAD aim to get people

interested in amateur

dramatics.

They give members the

chance to be involved in any

respect of the theatre that

interests them, like mime or

puppetry.

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Drum workshops

Where: Horam East Sussex Contact: Alison Surridge Telephone: 01435 813827 07786303286 Email: Alison.surridge.58@gmail.com

Alison runs a number of free drum workshops throughout the year. They are designed to get everyone involved in a fun and friendly environment. Alison also runs sessions at Oakdown House. For more information please call or email Alison.

Fresh Track DJ workshops

Where: East Sussex Contact: Nick Carling Telephone: 07730685775

Email: ncarling@hotmail.com Website: www.freshtrack.org

Teaching people with a passion for music how to DJ. Fast Track DJs run the decks at ‘Kiss my disco’ – a club night for all the community that is run by people who have a learning disability.

Music and Singing

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Sound Waves Community Choir Hastings

Where: Hastings Email: info@soundwaveschoir.org /contactus

Sound Waves’ is a not-for-profit community choir based in Hastings, East Sussex. We are a friendly group who just love singing together. We formed in January 2009 and currently have about 50 members. Everyone is welcome to join us. No previous singing experience or ability to read music is needed. There are no auditions.

Fabulous Established Contemporary Choir

Where: The Archway Eastbourne Contact: Emma Email: info@thearchwaygroup.com Website: www.thearchwaygroup.com

No auditions needed. All are welcome. Call or email for details. £7 per session.

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The Uckfield Singers

Where: Uckfield Contact: Sue Daniel Email: Sue4bdh@btinternet.com www.uckfieldsingers.co.uk

For men and women of all abilities, aged 16 and above. We are currently full. However if you are interested in joining the choir you are welcome to email Sue Daniel who will put you on the waiting list. We sing for local charities and societies and raise money for charity at our annual summer showcase concert at The Civic Centre, Uckfield.

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Project Artworks

Where:

Arch 3, Braybrooke Terrace, Hastings, TN34 1TD Contact: Kate

Telephone:

01424 423555

Email: wendy@projectartworks.org Website: Projectartworks.org

Project Art Works is an arts organisation. Giving young people and adults with disabilities a chance to communicate and express themselves through art. Connecting with the art world and also the local community through exhibits, art sales and the media.

Bobbins and Threads

Where:

St Lukes Church Hall

Silverhill

St Leonards

Contact: Maureen

Telephone:

01424 712481

For all crafts connected with threads.

Art and craft

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Hastings Needlecraft Group

Where:

The Taplin Centre, 3 Upper Maze Hill, St Leonards Contact: Mrs Pat Wright

Telephone:

01424 439563

A small friendly group who came together to share interest in needlecrafts and other crafts. We have speakers at some meetings. No experience necessary, all are welcome.

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Cotton Candy

Where: East Sussex Contact: Jacqui Telephone: 07736 310429 Email: Cottoncandy.hub@hotmail.com Website: Cotton-candy.org.uk

A project based on crafts of all kinds – from quilt making to wood work. People with a learning disability are paired with a mentor to work with on their chosen craft. There are social events, workshops and opportunities to sell pieces at market and to enter local and national competitions.

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Battle Writers Group

Where:

Crowhurst Park Contact: Harold Lawrence (Chairman)

Telephone: 01424 731034

Email: Harold@gowalkabout.com

Battle writers meet at Crowhurst Park on the 1

st and 3

rd Tuesdays

of each month 10.00 – 12.00. Writers of all abilities will be assured of a friendly welcome.

Shorelink Community Writers

When and where:

We meet on Monday evening at 7.30pm at: Isobel Blackman Centre South Street St Leonards TN37 6AP Contact: Roland Gardner

Telephone: 01424 882776

Email: roland.gardner@gmail.com Website: shorelinkwriters.org.uk

We welcome people with all levels of aspiration and experience from published novelists to those just starting to write and from academics to learning disabled. All are welcome.

Our regular workshops are aimed at encouraging members to find their own voice and experiment with new writing methods and styles. We aim to provide a light-hearted, friendly and supportive environment.

Shorelink believe that laughter is an essential part of the creative process!

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Hastings Writers' Group

Where:

Hastings Contact: Stephanie Gaunt

Email: membership.hwg@gmail.com

Hastings Writers' Group aims to encourage all forms of writing. We offer a range of activities including manuscript evenings for group feedback, workshops, speakers, and competitions with guest judges. Our members range from beginners through to award-winning published authors.

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Books beyond words – book clubs

When and where:

Uckfield and Seaford Library

Contact: Julia Roberts

Email:

Julia@cultureshift.org.uk

Books beyond words are stories told in pictures. The book clubs help people to talk about what they see in the pictures. Books beyond words are about lots of interesting topics – some fun and some serious. The idea is to get people talking and sharing. This is a fun and friendly group. A great way to meet new friends and get involved with your local library. It is free.

Enjoy a story at Eastbourne library

When and where:

Every Thursday 10.30 -12.00 Eastbourne Library Grove Road, BN21 4TL Contact: Henry Young

Telephone:

01424 724003

Run by volunteers. The group reads aloud poetry, short stories and extracts from novels.

Reading and story telling

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Eastbourne Storytellers

When and where:

Every 2nd

Tuesday (not August) from 7.30pm at the Crown and Anchor on Marine Parade, Eastbourne Contact: John Goddard

Lynne Goddard

Telephone:

01323 644206

Email:

j.w.goddard@uwclub.net

A group that keeps alive the art of story telling. Stories are told from memory and not read. Admission is free but we have a voluntary collection. All are welcome just to listen, or to join in with the story telling. Please call before you come as the venue may change and sometimes there are special events.

Enjoy a story at Duke Bernard Court

When and where:

Every Friday 2.30 – 4pm Duke Bernard Court, Latimer Road, BN22 7EW Contact: Abigail Luthmann

Telephone:

01273 335383

The read aloud group takes place in a sheltered housing complex in Eastbourne. All are welcome. The group reads aloud poetry, short stories and extracts from novels.

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Feel better with a book group at Lewes Library

When and where:

Every Tuesday 2.30 – 4pm Lewes, Styles Field, BN7 2LZ Contact: Abigail Luthmann

Telephone:

01273 335383

Come along to Lewes library to join a friendly and relaxed group reading aloud a mix of stories and poems. No need to have read anything in advance, just drop in and enjoy.

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Sports For All – Grace Eyre

When and where:

Sports session are held all over Brighton and East Sussex

Contact: Gabbi Simmonds

Telephone: 07436 093171

Email: gsimmonds@grace-eyre.org

Website: www.sportsforallsussex.co.uk

Sports For All offer sports sessions all over the county. Including swimming; football; bocha; tennis; cycling; bowls; tablet tennis and more... There are sessions are for beginners and also for people who have some experience already. Sports For All is about having fun and meeting lovely people.

Some sessions are just for people with learning disabilities. There is also support to get involved in community sports or competitions. At the moment sports sessions are free (early 2015). Sessions will be free for as long as possible. Call Gabbi to find out more.

Sports and health

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1066 Specials Disability Football Club

When and where:

Training is held on the first and last Saturdays of each month at:

Bexhill College,Penland Road Bexhill-on-Sea Contact: Mrs. Fiona Kavanagh-Deeprose,

Telephone: 01424 712469

Email: kavanaghfiona@aol.com

Website: 1066specials.org.uk

An FA Chartered Club that provides football coaching, by qualified FA Coaches, for people with disabilities. A Junior section Ages from 5 – 16 and an Adult Section ( 16 +).

Come and learn football skills and be part of the 1066 Specials family, where football is fun and played in a safe, friendly environment.

The Specials were honoured to receive The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2013.

PODS 1066

Where:

Rother

Contact: Adrian Gaylon or Harold Lawrence

Telephone: 01424 787583 or

01424 731034

Email: Adrian.gaylon@rother.gov.uk Harold@go-walkabout.com

Promotion of Disability Sports people 1066. We help disabled people seeking access sports.

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Active Hastings

Where:

4th Floor, Aquila House,

Breeds Place,

TN34 3WN

Telephone: 01424 451051 Email: activehastings@hastings.gov.uk Website: activehastings.org.uk

Active Hastings is the easy, fun way to get your everyday dose of physical activity. Our exciting programme of mostly low cost activities makes it easier than ever before to get healthier and happier - so what are you waiting for?

Cooden Beach Sports and Social Club

Where:

9 Withyham Road, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN39 3BD Contact: Malcolm Johnson Telephone: 01424 844810 Email: info@cbssc.wanadoo.co.uk Website: cbssc.co.uk

Tennis and Squash club with active adult and junior sections. Coaching available. Regular social events (social membership available) Yoga & Pilates Bridge Disabled toilet. Ramp access to tennis courts.

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AKA Karate

Where:

37 Early Street, Hastings

Contact: Paul Banbury

Telephone: 07973149519

Email: paulbanbury@akakarate.co.uk

Website: akakarate.co.uk

Expert karate tuition for all ages and abilities. 17 classes every week in a custom built dojo.

Hailsham and Eastbourne Canoe Club

Where:

Freedom Leisure Vicarage Lane, Hailsham

Contact: Peter Chambers

Telephone: 07810 045132

A friendly club run by volunteers. We aim to bring Paddle sport to local people of all ages. We are mainly a junior club, but all ages and abilities are welcomed.

Freedom Leisure

Where:

Hailsam

Website: Freedom-leisure.co.uk

A range of classes and activities available.

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The Natural Fitness Centre

Where:

The Redoubt Royal Parade, Eastbourne.

Contact: Alison Brown

Telephone: 01323 732024

Email: info@naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

Website: Naturalfitnesscentre.co.uk

Offer a range of health enhancing, restorative classes and therapies for example yoga and Thai Chi.

Hastings Athletic Club

When and where: Training Tuesday & Thursday evenings: under 11 years - 6pm to 7pm, over 11 years - 7pm to 8.30pm at: William Parker Stadium Hastings Telephone: 01424 215083 Email: secretary@hastingsathleticclub.co.uk

Hastings Athletic Club providing sport to the area in all aspects of track and field, road running and cross country. For ages 9 to 90. Currently have a disabled access in Parkstone road and disabled facilities available at the track side.

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Wave Leisure

Where:

Lewes Peachaven Downs Leisure Centre

Website: waveleisure.co.uk

A range of classes and activities available.

Alternative Activities

Where:

Shinewater Sports and Community Centre Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne When: The last Saturday of every month, 3-4pm Contact: Charlotte Longuehaye 07545 644755 Or Stefanie Smith 07578 795254

A disability sports club where everyone is welcome to be active and socialise together. Alternative Sports include: Kinball, Tchoukball, Ultimate Frisbee, Rock it ball & Tri Golf Alternative sports mean that everyone is trying something new and all can learn together. PRICE: £5 per person

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Hastings Rambling Club

Where:

Hastings

Contact: Shirley Simmons Telephone: 01424 421146

Weekly rambles from Hastings. Club meets on a Sunday. Walks are alternately half day and all day. Distances between 5 and 12 miles.

High Weald Walkers

When and where:

Weekly prgramme of walks

starting in Crowborough.

Contact: Clive Grummet Email: clivegrumett@btinternet.com Telephone: 01342 825518 Website: Highwealdwalkers.org.uk

Walks range from 5 to 10 miles.

Walking and rambling

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Hastings Rock and Fell Club

Where:

Hastings Contact: Richard Gasson Telephone: 01424 215478 Email: hrfc@btinternet.com Website: hastingsrockandfell.co.uk

A walking and climbing club based in the Hastings area. The Club organises and participates in a range of outdoor activities. Weekly use of an indoor climbing wall and weekly climbing at local sandstone outcrops, during the summer. Trips to Locations all over Britain and abroad. Plus we have a monthly newsletter.

Hailsham Ramblers

Where:

Hailsham

Contact: Mrs J Davies Telephone: 01323 843530

We are a friendly group who like to share enjoyment of walking in the countryside. We walk fortnightly on a Wednesday. We have two walks. A 5/6 mile walk and a shorter 3 mile walk which is usually on flatter ground. We have social events and occasionally holidays.

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Seaford Rambling Club

Where:

Meet at Seaford war memorial

Contact: Linda Boynecross Telephone: 01323 894370 Email: Lindaboynecross@talktalk.net

Organised rambles. Promote knowledge and awareness of surrounding areas. Help preserve public rights of way. There is a varied programme of walks from 4 – 10 or more miles. Walks are on various days. Email for details.

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Hastings and St Leonards Country Dance Club

When and where:

Every Tuesday 7.45pm to 10.00pm at:

St Matthews Church Centre,

Silverhill,

Hastings

Contact: Janice Bolton Telephone: 01424 753684

We enjoy a variety of country dances - mainly English, but with occasional American or Scottish.

Teaching is usually by Club callers using recorded music. We also run Saturday dances with guest callers which attract dancers from other clubs in the area.

This is a very friendly group, and no partner or experience is needed. Admission is £2, with the first night free to newcomers.

Herstmonceux Sequence Dance Club

When and where:

Mondays 7.30 – 10pm At Reid Hall, Boreham Street, Herstmonceux Contact: Mrs J Beeney Mr Frank Beeney Telephone: 01323 832587 Email: 01323 832587

Sequence dancing every Monday at Reid Hall on the A271.

Dance

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Southern Stomp, Line Dance Club

Where:

Cliff Tops 4 The Esplanade Telscombe Cliffs, BN10 7HG Contact: Joy Ashton Telephone: 01273 587714 Email: southernstomp@hotmail.co.uk Website: Southernstomp.com

‘Two left feet’ Line Dance Class.

Takes you from basic steps to easy beginner dances in a fun, easy to follow class.

Universal Dance

Where:

Lewes Barcombe village Uckfield Maresfield Contact: Jess Lloyd Telephone: 07968 295862 Email: jess@universaldance.co.uk Website: Universaldance.co.uk

‘Universal dance is a fresh and inspiring dance company based in East Sussex.

We offer dance classes in the styles of street dance, ballet, cheerleading, and jazz.

We also have fitness and drama classes for all ages and abilities.

Visit our website today or contact Jess to register for you free taster sessions!

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East Sussex Dance

Where:

Venues across East Sussex Contact: Marcus Edwards Alex Skinner Telephone: 07956 788112 07901 962163 Email: info@eastsussexdance.com Website: Eastsussexdance.com

At East Sussex dance we believe that anyone can enjoy dancing. We have lots of experience of teaching everyone, including those who have disabilities, learning disabilities or any other unique need.

We teach adults and children of all ages. We are extremely proud of our ability to tailor a class for everyone.

Blue Rodeo Line Dance Club

When and where:

Tuesday and Friday evenings,

Mercread Road, Seaford Contact: Gina Andrews Telephone: 01273 470456 Email: bluerodeo@fsmail.net

Line dances classes.

Come along to meet new friends, have fun and get fit.

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Wrightway School of Ballroom Dancing

Where:

Venues around Eastbourne Contact: Yvonne Wright Telephone: 01323 500052 07778335005 Email: Yvonnewright51@btinternet.com Website: Danceeasstbourne.co.uk

Learn to dance in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Our classes cover a wide range of styles and cater for adults of all needs.

The Sea Gypsies Belly Dancing

Where:

Eastbourne and Hailsham Contact: Alison Hallewall Telephone: 01323 482 713 Email: alisonhallewall@yahoo.co.uk Website: the seagypsies.co.uk

Classes for beginners to experienced. You can also learn dance combinations and easy belly dancing. Taster workshops and private tuition also offered

For all ages.

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Eastbourne Folk Dance

Where:

United Reform Church Hall Watss Lane, Eastbourne Contact: Brian Carter Telephone: 01323 732948 Email: Folkdancercarter@yahoo.co.uk Website: Eastbournefolkdancer.tripod.com

A club for those wishing to learn and practice folk dancing. Meets every Thurday evening from 7.45 to 10pm.

Come and enjoy all aspects of English folk dancing. Beginners made welcome. No partners needed.

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Sussex Country Link

Where:

West Sussex Contact: George Chamberlayne Telephone: 07935 223616 Email: hrfc@btinternet.com Website: sussexcl.com

A social group for those who live or work in the countryside. Country Link is a UK network of informal social groups for people interested in the countryside and particularly those who work or live in the rural community.

Sussex Indian Punjabi Society (SIPS)

Where:

Vernon Avenue Peacehaven Contact: Baldev Soni Telephone: 01273 582753 Website: sussexindianpunjabisociety.com

To organise social events to promote Punjabi culture and festivals celebrated in India. We aim to organise two festivals a year, one in April to celebrate Basakhi and the other on November to celebrate Diwali. We also promote Punjabi dances Bhangra and indian Bollywood dances and songs and indian musical instruments.

Social and Cultural

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DELTA Disability Social Group

Where:

Lewes District and surrounding areas Contact: Coralie Clement Telephone: 01273 813596 Email: admin@deltadisability.com Website: deltadisability.com

A social group for men and women with pan-disabilities. However, we are people first, disabled second. We all live in Lewes District and surrounding areas of East Sussex. We run the group ourselves and raise all our own funds. To join you should be between 20 and 65 years but once you reach 65 we don’t

The Friendship Hour

When and where:

Tuesday at 2pm The Prayer Centre Lismoore Road, Eastbourne Contact: Daphne Marchant Telephone: 01323 749663 Email: marchantcolin@gmail.com

Various speakers on a wide range of subjects. Meet every Tuesday for refreshment, with speakers from 2.30 – 3.30pm. All are welcome. We have an outing each year. New year lunch.

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Oyster Project

When and where:

Wednesdays at the All Saints Centre in Lewes Telephone: 01273 311417 Website: oysterproject.org.uk

We organise our activities with an emphasis on empowerment and involvement for disabled people. The Oyster café takes place at the All Saints Centre and is open to all.

Five Ash Down Pop-in

When and where:

Every Tuesday in the Five Ash Down Village hall in Uckfield from 10am – 11am Contact: Jane Sturt Telephone: 01825 732129

Entrance is 40p. All are welcome to chat and share useful information over a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit. We have library books and puzzles. We pass on information such as neighbourhood watch, bus times, hospital and NHS information. Also share what is being organised locally. In school holidays there is bingo.

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Prospects – Lewes Group

When and where:

7pm every other Thursday At Chapter House behind Southover Church. Contact: Biddie Mutter Telephone: 01273 471742

We will support anyone with a learning disability in fulfilling their spiritual needs through Christian teaching and worship. We are a branch of the national organisation Prospects. We meet for half an hour for teaching and wroship followed by refreshment and chat. The group is run by a team of volunteers from the local churches.

Diversity Lewes

When:

Events are held throughout the year. See website for details. Contact: Tony Kalume Telephone: 01273 475579 Email: diversitylewes@groups.facebook.com Website: Diversitylewes.org.uk

A small community interest group formed in 2010 to raise awareness on diversity issues and bring the community together.

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U3A

Where:

St Saviours Church South Street Eastbourne Contact: Alan Wenham Telephone: 01323 735581

A group of older people who wish to keep their minds active and share their lifetime experiences and knowledge with each other. Many courses and groups on offer. For people aged 55 and over. Costs £12.50 per year.

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Bohemia Walled Garden Association

Where:

Bohemia Road Hastings Contact: Bob Hart Telephone: 07712 591315 Email: bohemiawga@yahoo.co.uk Website: bohemiawga.weebly.com

We aim to repair and restore the Victorian Walled Garden at Bohemia for Horticultural uses. We also aim to develop the cultural and artistic opportunities that it will offer.

Anyone wishing to join this community project is welcome to visit and work in the garden with tools that are available on-site. The walled garden is open to the general public every Sunday morning from 10am until 12noon. Becoming a member is free. There is an application form on our website.

Downlands Organic Gardening

When and where:

Heathfield

Contact:

Mrs Tolhurst

Telephone:

01435 812787

Environmentally friendly

gardening.

Gardening and flowers

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Lewes organic allotment project

When and where:

Wednesday mornings we have mentored sessions 9.30 - 12.30 pm, Team Green - last Sunday of the month 2 - 4 pm At Highdown, Lewes Contact: Sarah Rideout Telephone: 01273 470900 Email: sarah@commoncause.org.uk Website: commoncause.org.uk

We work together to grow and share vegetables, fruit, herbs and flowers in a way that encourages wildlife. The mentored sessions mean that people with any level of gardening experience can come along.

Bexhill in Bloom

Where:

Bexhill-on-Sea Contact: Mrs Sandy Melvin Telephone: 01424 844641 or 07801 921105 Email: sandyapecs@beamingmail.com Website: apecspromotions.com

To encourage others to beautify the town with flowers and hanging baskets. To hold competitions for various categories including private gardens and businesses. To enter South & South East in Bloom to promote Bexhill and win awards.

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Hailsham and District Flower Club

Where:

Civic Community Hall,

Hailsham

Contact:

Margery Luffingham (chair)

Marian Williams (secretary)

Telephone:

01323 845 500

01323 500 469

Demonstrations, talks and

workshops about flower

arranging.

We also take part in local area

events.

Lewes Flower Club

When and where:

2pm on the 2nd

Thursday of

each month (except January

and August) at:

St Marys Social Centre

Christie Road, Lewes

Contact:

Mrs Patricia Green (secretary)

Telephone:

01273 812 191

Flower arranging demonstrations,

flower festivals, competitions,

outings and holidays.

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Ringmer Flower Club

When and where:

2pm on the 1st Wednesday of

each month at:

Ringmer Village Hall

Lewes

Contact:

Mrs Ann Keeping (secretary)

Joan Fowlei

Telephone:

01273 812465

01273 812406

A group set up for the love and

arrangement of flowers. Also to

make friends.

Demonstrations given on flower

arranging as well as talks on

subjects related to gardens, plant

growing and flowers.

We also have monthly

competitions for those who wish

to take part.

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Green Gym

When and Where: Battle & Bexhill group meet Tuesdays at 10.30am at Bexhill Leisure Centre. Hastings & Rye group meet Thursdays at 10.30am at Hastings Railway Station. Contact: Richard Telephone: 07549170578 Email: Greengyms1066@hotmail.com

Conservation as a way of keeping healthy, both physically and mentally. The 1066 Green Gyms meets twice a week. Please call Richard for more information as some people may need to bring some support.

Friends of Summerwood

Email: www.clubbz.com/club/36883/hastings/friends-of-summerfields-wood,

Aims to conserve Summerfields Woods, its flora, fauna and wildlife habitats as a community resource and promote its use by local people as a place for the quite enjoyment and study of the woodland. To promote practical conservation works through voluntary action for the benefit of the local environment and community.

Conservation

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The Conservation Volunteers

When and Where: Activities all over East Sussex Contact: Tim Hills Paula Hubens Telephone: 07740 899692 07740 899599 Email: t.hills@tcv.org.uk Website: tcv.org.uk

The Conservation Volunteers is the country's largest practical conservation charity. We work with all types of volunteer groups across East Sussex. We run various practical task days in the county including a Healthy Walks Scheme.

Hastings Conservation Volunteers

Where: 18 The Hoe, St Leonards on Sea Contact: Simon Barker Telephone: 01424 755783 Email:

conservation@hastingscv.org.uk

Website

hastingscv.org.uk/

We help to maintain a number of nature reserves across Hastings and Rother. Work includes improving wildlife habitats and maintaining footpaths. Training is given in the use of hand tools where needed.

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Powdermill Trust for Nature Conservation

When and Where: Reserves in Powdermill Wood, Crowhurst, Rotherfield Contact: Dr Owen Johnson Telephone: 01424 426986 Email: www.powdermilltrust.co.uk

To help conserve wildlife and safeguard natural landscapes at the reserves. Always ready to acquire new reserves, especially in those areas where wildlife species may be threatened. Members and volunteers urgently required and will be made welcome. We depend entirely on subscriptions and donations.

Membership is £10. For this you receive newsletters twice a year, and new sheets twice a year, guided walks, and access to reserves at all times.

The Railway Land project

When and Where: Linklater Pavillion Contact: John Parry Telephone: 01273 477101 Tues – Thurs 9am -3pm Email: jmparry@btinternet.com Website: railwaylandproject.org

The project has been running for 8 years. We welcome adults with learning disabilities on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The purpose built centre at the entrance to the Railway Land Local Nature Reserve caters for many people from school children to community groups or for art and environmental exhibitions. Every effort is made to build on the strengths, interests and skills of people who get involved. Team is work is greatly valued.

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The Sussex Ornithological Society

Contact: Val Bentley (secretary) Telephone: 01273 494723 Email: secretary@sos.org.uk

Website:

www.sos.org.uk

For newcomers to bird watching, experts and all in between. If you have an interest in the birds of Sussex, we can help you further your knowledge and enjoyment.

Brownbread Horse Rescue

When and Where: Ashburnham Battle TN33 9NX Contact: Mr Tony Smith Telephone: 01424 892381 Email: tony.brownbread@tesco.net

Website:

brownbread-horse-rescue.co.uk

Equine welfare and rehabilitation and training suitable ponies for persons with specific disabilities. Open Days annually – stalls available, displays invited. Visitors otherwise by arrangement to the 100 acre sanctuary.

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Eastbourne Angling Club

When and Where: The Club House Royal Parade, Eastbourne Contact: Nikki Telephone: 01323 723442 Email: mail@eastbourneanglingclub.com

Website:

Eastbourneanglingclub.com

The Uks premier sea angling club. We recently celebrated the club turning 100 years old. The club house is on the beach front on Eastbourne’s Royal Parade. The club is a must for the angler who enjoys fishing.

Crowborough District Anglers Association

When and Where: Crowborough Contact: Roger and Janet Funnell Telephone: 01892 663512 Email: crow.anglers@btinternet.com

CDAA was founded in 1948 and provides coarse and sea angling for its members. One of the first angling clubs in the country to successfully get Lottery funding to create a new venue which includes facilities for disabled anglers. The club runs regular coarse and sea competitions for it’s members and also competes against other clubs.

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Seaford and District Stamp Club

When and Where: Meet on the 2

nd Wednesday of

each month at 7pm at: Cross Way Church Hall Steyne Road, BN25 1HA Contact: Laurie Holland

Telephone: 01323 891996

Email: Laurence.holland4@btinternet.com

Website: Seafordstampclub.co.uk

New members and visitors are welcome. A full and interesting arrangement of events is arranged each year.

Bexhill Philatelic Society

When and Where: Parkhurst Hall, Parkhurst Road, Bexhill on Sea Contact: Mr Ray Burnett Telephone: 01424 214294 Email: rayburnett@hotmail.com

A society that welcomes all who are interested in stamps and other postal items. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month from September to July inclusive at 7.30pm. Flat access to meeting place.

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Eastbourne Film Society

When and where: Wednesdays between September and March at: Curzon Cinema 14 Langney Road Eastbourne, BN21 3EU Contact: Mrs Lynn Openshaw Mr Alex Buchan Telephone: 01323 644035 Email: alexbuchan@btinternet.com Website: eastbournecurzon.net

Eastbourne film society shows a wide variety of films. Many are foreign with subtitles. Membership is open to all and the current cost is £23 for 11 films.

Lewes Film Club

Where: All Saints Centre Lewes Bn27 2LE Telephone: 01273 471588 Email: info@lewes-filmclub.oeg Website: lewes-filmclub.org

Lewes film club is run by volunteer film enthusiasts and is not for profit. Our aim is to bring an interesting and varied range of art house, classic and foreign films not normally shown at commercial cinemas to the residents of Lewes and the surrounding area.

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Eastbourne Astronomical Society

Contact: Mr R Cripps Telephone: 01323 732067 Email: bobwcripps@btinternet.com Website:

eastbourneas.org.uk

The Eastbourne Astronomical Society in East Sussex was founded in 1960. The society now has about 100 members and we welcome anyone interested in astronomy.

Lewes Astronomers

When and where: First Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm at Lewes Town Hall Contact: Mrs Alice Smol Telephone: 01273 477441 Email: alice.smol@tesco.net

Meetings are held in the Lewes Town Hall Lecture Room on the first Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm. These meetings, which usually include lectures, cost £3.00 for non- members.

No meetings are held in January, July or August.

There are practical observing evenings when the weather allows. Observation evenings are held at Arlington Village Hall.

All are welcome.

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East Sussex Astronomical Society

Where: St Mary's School and College, Bexhill-on-Sea. Contact: Simon Allen Telephone: 01424 220272 Email: emily@esas.org.uk Website:

esas.org.uk

Our aim is simple, we want people to enjoy Astronomy and feel welcome to join in our activities and meetings.

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Southdown Amateur Radio Society

When and where: 7.30pm on the first Monday of the month at: The Chaseley Home, Bolsover Road, Eastbourne Contact: Mrs Iris Martin Telephone: 01323 731514 Email: Irisg6zno@sky.com Website: Southdown-amateur-radio-society.org.uk

Our club is over 40 years old and has great facilities. Local meetings for amateur radio enthusiasts. Guest speakers and refreshments. Please contact the secretary for details.

Eastbourne Natural History Society

Where: St Saviours and St Peters Church hall, South Street Eastbourne Contact: Robin Reffel Telephone: 01323 648226

Most meetings are lecture talks, but there are also visits to excavation sites.

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Bellringing: Eastbourne, St Mary the Virgin

Where: St Marys The Old Parsonage Ocklynge Road, Eastbourne Contact: John Cant Telephone: 01323 502432 Email: admin@stmaryseastbourne Website: Stmaryseastbourne.com

We ring the church bells twice on Sundays from :

9.15am and 9.40am for the Eucharist

From 6pm to 6.25 for evensong

We practice on Tuesdays from 7.30pm to 9pm. Visitors are always welcome on any of these times. If you would like to try bellringing please contact our tower captain. You would be very welcome.

Lewes Camera Club

Where: St Marys Supporter club Lewes Website:

lewescameraclub.co.uk

We meet weekly from September until March and welcome al standards of photographers. You don’t have to be an expert to join us. We run print and slide competitions during the club season on various subjects. Entry into competitions in voluntary. The club has talks, workshops, demonstrations, quizzes and social events.

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Family Roots, Family History Society (Eastbourne and District)

When and where: The first Thursday of the month at 7.30pm (not July) at Ocklynge School Victoria drive, Eastbourne

Contact: John Crane Telephone: 01323 502432

Website:

Eastbournefhs.org.uk

Helping research and interest in family history. Preserving information about the area. All are welcome.

Hastings and Rother Family History Society

When and Where: 2nd Wednesday of each month at Ore Community Centre, Old London Road, Ore village, Hastings TN35 5BH

Contact: Mrs Linda Smith

Telephone: 01424 437493

Email: enquiries@hrfhs.org.uk

Website:

hrfhs.org.uk

Encourages members to research their own family history.

Programme includes speakers and outings to record offices.

Research room is also open to non-members.

Printer, computer, microfiche records and machines, CDs, transcripts, reference books available.

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Framfield Bridge Club

Where: Framfield Church Hall Contact: Fred Taylor Telephone: 01825 763256

We are a relaxed, friendly group with mixed abilities. We welcome new members and visitors. We usually have six or more tables playing. Single players are welcome, as we always have a host. We have a break for tea, coffee and biscuits.

Crowborough chess club

Where: Crowborough Community Centre Contact: Don Grant Telephone: 01892 654071

Meet on Fridays at 7.30 and have a junior club from 6.30pm.

Uckfield Scrabble club

When and where: 7.30pm on the 3

rd Thursday of

the month (except December) at the Luxford Centre, Uckfield Contact: Anne Davies Telephone: 01825 712052

A friendly club who play scrabble for fun. New members welcome. There is a small charge and a yearly fee to help cover the cost of hiring the hall.

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Eastbourne chess club

Where: 11 Wish Road Eastbourne, BN21 4NX Contact: Mike R Elgin Telephone: 01323 482676

Meets on Friday evenings. Has teams in the Mid-Sussex league. There is also a wide range of club competitions.

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Uckfield Model Railway Club Ltd

Where: Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum Grounds Contact: Alan Morris Telephone: 0845 8672583 Email: enquiries@uckfieldmrc.co.uk

Website: bentleyrailway.co.uk

The club has two parts. One does the building, maintaining and operating model layouts for display and exhibitions. The other operates and maintains out miniature passenger carrying railway.

Hastings Tramways Club

When and Where: Shrub Centre, Cripps Corner Road Staplecross TN32 5QR Sundays and Wednesdays Contact: Mr Roy Austen Telephone: 01424 751798 Website: hastingstramways.org.uk

The Hastings Tramways Club (H.T.C.) was formed in 1992 by a group of people who were interested in the History of Hastings Tramways. Now there are more than 35 members who live in and around the Hastings area.

Over the years, the Hastings Tramways Club has held exhibitions, model meets and other events at and around the area of Robertsbridge, where the club keeps its two original Hastings tramcars 48 and 56.

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West Hill & District Community Association

Where: 38 Plynlimmon Road, Hastings, TN34 3LX Telephone: 01424 420053

Centre for community activities, including young people's clubs. Education groups (Hastings College), line dancing, children’s parties, art group etc. Open daily. It can open early or late if needed. Wheelchair accessible.

The Bridge Community Enterprise

When and where: 9am – 5:30pm Monday to Friday at: 361 Priory Road, Hastings, TN34 3NW

Contact: Tanya Vice and Rachel Pearson Telephone: 01424 433611 Email: reception@thebridgehastings.co.uk

The Bridge is a dynamic centre at the heart of the community where individuals are able to learn, develop and contribute within a safe environment. The Bridge is a place for everyone and hosts a broad range of weekly activities for all members of the community. The building is fully accessible.

Chapel Park Community Centre

Where: In the basement of St Leonards Baptist Church. TN37 6HR Contact: Ms Ann Reid Telephone: 01424 714095 Email: ann.reid@yahoo.co.uk

The Community Centre offers a wide range of IT courses, ESOL, Art and Pilates classes. There is an Internet café providing free use of computers to all visitors. The IT suite and large hall is available for hire. Every Thursday 2-4pm we have an “open door” advisory service for anyone requiring help and support with their problems.

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Southwater Area Community Centre

Where: 1 Stainsby Street opposite Warrior Square trains station St Leonards on Sea TN37 6LA Contact: Patrick Bennett Telephone: 01424 461414 Email: enquiries@southwatercentre.org Website: southwatercentre.org

A modern community facility offering a wide variety of courses and activities to both adults and children. The Centre aims to offer something to everyone and become a focal point for the local area. It is a friendly centre that always welcomes new ideas and suggestions. Disabled toilet; flat access; disabled lift to second floor; staff willing to help where possible.

Hastings Traditional Jack-in-the-Green

Contact: Mr Keith Leech Telephone: 01424 716576 Website: hastingsjack.co.uk Email: makeithappen@fastmail.fm

To continue the custom of taking out a Jack-in-the-Green on May Day Bank Holiday and associated Morris Dance and folk festival.

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St Lukes Church and Parish

Where: Rattle Road, Stone Cross Pevensey Contact: Telephone: 01323 767020

Anglican Parish Church and centre for the communities of Stone Cross and Langney. Activities in the centre are open to all and include:

Community market

Little Lukes (parents and toddlers)

Gemini Dance Academy

Tea dances

Sequence dances

Keep fit

Good companions (over 55s)

Moviemakers club

Badminton

Community Wise

Where: Ocklynge road, Eastbourne, BN21 1PY Telephone: 01323 722924 Email: admin@communitywise,org.uk

A wide range of activities and events take place each week. Home of Living Stone community church. Halls and rooms available for hire. Fully accessible to wheelchair users.

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Russell Centre (WRVS)

When and where: Monday to Friday from 9am til 4pm.

24 Hyde Road Eastbourne Telephone: 01323 412279 Email: Eastsussexdc.eastbourne@wrvs.org.uk Website: Royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk

Lunch and activities for people over 55. Aims to help people stay connected and not feel isolated. The centre is open Call by 10.30 to book lunch. We have a drop in café and rooms for hire. Activities include chess, bridge and scrabble club; thai chi and acupressure massage; chiropody, nail cutting and hairdressing. We have a Friday social club and with entertainment, a knit and natter group and the brightview mh (mental health) Seniors club.

Shinewater Shaftesbury Centre

Where: Milfoil Road, Shinewater Langney, BN23 8BR Telephone: 01323 760654

The Shaftesbury Centre is an advice, help and counselling centre. The Centre also runs a very successful lunch club called ‘Light Bite’. This is for older people in the Langney area. Light Bite is every Wednesday and one a month on a Monday At the St Barnabas Church.

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Hastings and Rother Gay helpline

Where: 38 Plynlimmon Road, Hastings, TN34 3LX Telephone: 07941 014013 Email: hargh@live .co.uk Website: hargh.weebly.com

We can offer a listening ear, signpost to appropriate organisations and are prepared to meet people in a suitable venue if necessary.

Support Groups

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Gig Buddies

Where: Across East Sussex Contact: Madeline Denny Telephone: 01273 405800 Email: info@stayuplate.org Website:

stayuplate.org/gig-buddies-project/

Pairing adults with and without learning disabilities who share similar interests - so they can become friends and go to gigs or other activities together. Gig Buddies supports people to be a part of their local community.

Arts Connect

Where: Across East Sussex Contact: Julia Roberts Email: Julia@cultureshift.org.uk Telephone: 01273 478558

Arts, drama, music and film making are some of the things you can do at Culture Shift.

A number of different courses run through out the year.

These are for people who have a learning disability.

People are encouraged to connect with local community arts groups.

Community Projects