The latest local sports news from across the area
Eastbourne Borough were forced to settle for a point as they drew 1-1 with Enfield, as Tommy Widdringtons side saw their gap to safety reduce to six points.
Elsewhere, Lewes fell to a 3-0 defeat versus Billericay Town, as Crowborough Athletic saw their tie with Sittingbourne called off, while Jarvis Brook secured an impressive 2-1 win over second place Worthing United.
In the Mid Sussex Leagues, Barcombe lost 2-0 to Ringmer AFC 3rd’s, while Ridgewood drew 2-2 with top of the table Seaford Town 2nd’s.
Lastly in the men’s, Maresfield Village lost 3-2 at home to The View, while a strong second half performance saw Hartfield beat AFC Varndeanians 3rd’s 3-0.
Over to women’s football, Lewes drew 1-1 with Exeter City, with The Rooks debutant Ruby Seaby securing the equaliser early into the second half, before the referee called an early end to the match after a serious injury suffered by Exeter City captain Bow Jackson.
Finally in men’s rugby, Heathfield & Waldron fell to a tight 12-11 defeat at home to second in the league Sevenoaks 2nd’s, with the loss meaning Heathfield remain third in the standings.
Sussex Police engaged in tactical pursuit of stolen Asda van
Plans approved to turn former public toilet into a restaurant
Mims Davies MP thrilled to announce temporary new Banking Hub in East Grinstead
Changes to bin collections from the week commencing 9 February 2026
Sussex Police portion of 2026/27 council tax bill to increase
Community invited to take part in Precious Pebbles Art Installation
Steps closed at Holywell Eastbourne
Appeal to identify four persons following attempted break-ins