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Uckfield Carnival, the towns oldest tradition takes place on Saturday 6th September.
Please go along and support them. Roads will be closed from 1.30pm - 2.30pm in the High Street and then a full road closure from 7pm - 10pm around the procession route. See maps below for more information
Sussex Police engaged in tactical pursuit of stolen Asda van
Sussex Police arrested a 30-year-old man on 30 January 2026, following a 40-mile tactical pursuit of a stolen Asda delivery van.
Plans approved to turn former public toilet into a restaurant
Plans have been approved to transform a former public toilet in Eastbourne’s Old Town into a new venue called Little Mexico, which will house both a Mexican restaurant and an artisan shop.
Mims Davies MP thrilled to announce temporary new Banking Hub in East Grinstead
Mims and her team have been working hard to bring a Banking Hub to East Grinstead and Uckfield for residents who need that extra support and help when banking.
Changes to bin collections from the week commencing 9 February 2026
Starting next week, most homes in Lewes district will move to alternate weekly bin collections.
Ashdown Radio Sport
The latest local sports news from across the area
Sussex Police portion of 2026/27 council tax bill to increase
The Sussex Police portion of the 2026/27 council tax bill is set to increase by £15 for a Band D property, the maximum amount allowable without a referendum.
Community invited to take part in Precious Pebbles Art Installation
The local community is being invited to unleash their creativity and help shape a new art installation at St Wilfrid’s Hospice.
Steps closed at Holywell Eastbourne
Eastbourne Borough Council has temporarily closed the Holywell steps as of 2 February 2026
