Published 1 April 2026
There’s that in-between feeling — woodland edges turning green, bluebells on their way, but the air still holding onto winter. It won’t be long before it tips the other way.
Easter in Eastbourne reflects that — easy to overlook at first, but more going on than you might think. Not a headline-heavy week, but plenty worth noticing. From the harbour to the seafront (and a little further out), here are a few things that stood out this week.
Sovereign Harbour is busy over the Easter break, with an egg trail running around the waterfront and a motor gathering bringing a mix of classic and American vehicles down to the harbour, from polished showpieces to everyday favourites.
https://www.eastbournewaterfront.co.uk/whats-on/
And then there’s something a little less scheduled:
The harbour’s unofficial resident seals. They’re often spotted resting on the mudflats at low tide, although you might just catch one surfacing between the boats if you’re lucky.
If you do spot them, it’s worth keeping a bit of distance — especially with dogs or curious little ones.
Drusillas Park has plenty happening over the Easter holidays, including a ‘kids for £1’ offer on selected dates, alongside a free egg trail running through the park.
It’s one of those places that can easily fill a whole day, with animals, rides and play areas all in one spot.
It’s not the easiest place to reach without a car, although a small community bus runs from Eastbourne and Polegate, with updated days from 31 March.
https://www.drusillas.co.uk/easter-kids-for-a-quid
https://cuckmerebuses.org.uk/24.htm
An Easter Sunday tradition returns to the seafront:
With the Eastbourne Silver Band performing a free afternoon concert on the Wish Tower Slopes (Easter Sunday, 3–4pm).
It’s the kind of thing that quietly marks the start of the season, with the nearby bandstand set to reopen in May.
The Towner Farmers’ Market is also back this Saturday — a small monthly fixture that anchors the weekend.
https://townereastbourne.org.uk/whats-on/farmers-market
Curious about the stories behind Devonshire Ward? There’s an opportunity this week: Devonshire Collective are looking for four local residents to train as Community Researchers, exploring the hidden histories of the area and helping build a fuller picture of the neighbourhood.
The programme, delivered in partnership with Eastbourne Reporter, offers mentoring and support, with the chance to have your work published and contribute to a wider project celebrating the area.
No experience needed — just curiosity.
Applications are open until 7 April.
May is already starting to fill out — and I’ve been adding new dates to the What’s On page as they come in, so if you’re planning ahead, it’s worth a look.
Until next time,
From Eastbourne