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History on your doorstep

Stone Cross Windmill  (9.43 mins)


Stone Cross Windmill was constructed for Samuel Dallaway in 1875/6 and it was originally known as Blackness Mill. It is generally considered to be one of the most highly developed tower windmills in this country. This mill is open to the public every Sunday afternoon 2pm-5pm from Easter to the end of September.
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Town Hall Tour (28.03 mins)

In 2007, the Mayor, Cllr. Mary Pooley, together with the Chief Executive, Martin Ray, invited the public to tour this most historic of Eastbourne’s buildings. The Town Hall was officially opened on October 20th 1886; a day proclaimed as a public holiday for the townsfolk. The streets were decked with bunting and school children lined the pavements as councillors and dignitaries entered the new building in readiness for the official celebration. The designer, Mr Foulkes, handed a gold-headed key to the Mayor, Alderman George Boulton.

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Eastbourne Redoubt (in Sound Only)  (28.42 mins)

In the 1970's, Assistant Curator, Robert Owen took us on a tour of the Redoubt Fortress.

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The Methodist Church in Eastbourne (in Sound Only) (48.41 mins)

Rev. David Dunn-Wilson looks back at the growth of the Methodist Church in Eastbourne and recalls some interesting character that where part of that history.  Recorded in 1979.

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Shinewater Park - An Ancient History  (7.18 mins)


Shinewater Park was completed in 2002 within the water meadows that drain the land from as far as Folkington. During the landscaping of the park the remains of a Bronze Age (800 to 600BC) site was discovered, on what was once an estuary linking the sea to Hailsham. There were remains of a track stretching back to the South Downs and a wooden platform with numerous artifacts including a very rare sickle with its wooden handle still intact, now displayed in the British Museum.

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St Mary’s Parish Church  (1.48 mins)


The parish church of St Mary was erected on the foundations of a Saxon church dedicated to St Michael; the present building was erected around the period 1145-1190, and rededicated to St Mary the Virgin. Its fine Norman tower is a dominant feature of the Old Town. With the constant erosion of the town’s ancient character, the church now stands flanked on three sides by the old Parsonage, the Lamb Inn and by the Pilgrims house in Borough Lane.

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St Mary’s Church (in Sound Only)  (44.18 mins)

Rev. Canon Cyril Bess, formerly Rural Dean of Eastbourne, takes the listener on a tour of the ancient church reflecting its history and features. Recorded in 1979.

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Willingdon Church  (in Sound Only)  (46.51 mins)

The Rev. Michael Newman, takes the listener on a tour and speaks of the history of the ancient church at Willingdon. Recorded in 1978.

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All Saints Church (in Sound Only)  (11.24 mins)

Conducted tour with the Rev. Redoubt of this church in Carlisle Road. Recorded in 1977.

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Christchurch  (in Sound Only)

Rev Halland takes the listener on a tour and talks about this historic church in Seaside.

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St Andrews Church, Blackwater Road (in Sound Only) (40.57 mins)

100 history - recorded in 1978.

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Eastbourne 'Then & Now'

Residents and visitors alike may be fascinated by this nostalgic view of Eastbourne - an excursion using old photographs and current footage covering over a hundred years of history. Did you know that Eastbourne may be built on the foundations of a Roman city? That in the early part of the 20th century it was a mecca for aviation? That it was created by the vision of one man, the 7th Duke of Devonshire in 1850. This and much more can been enjoyed by watching Eastbourne 'Then & Now' - 50 minutes on  DVD. It can be purchased from Eastbourne Live or through other outlets including the Beachy Head Centre.

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Discovering Eastbourne


Since Discovering Eastbourne was produced in 1993, there have been many changes to the town. This documentary has become a historic document recording such things as the launch of the lifeboat from the shingle beach, the once popular marathon race and similar events. It was on outset an in-depth look at Eastbourne's history, with information on the towns birth and growth since its conception in 1850s. It remains an important film to watch for all those who want to learn about the town. This 56 minute DVD that can be obtained from Eastbourne Live and other outlets, including the Beachy Head Centre.

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