About The City Brief Bexhill-on-sea

Your Personal Newsletter For All Local Events in Bexhill-on-sea

Local events in Bexhill-on-Sea are shaped by the town’s layered history and varied neighbourhoods. From the maritime spirit of Normans Bay to the cultural rhythm of the De La Warr Pavilion Area, there is always something unfolding across the town.

The City Brief offers a steady weekly look at what's happening locally , from family-focused gatherings in Egerton Park to music events drawing crowds along the Seafront Promenade. Landmarks such as the Sackville Building and Bexhill Manor House Ruins offer quiet backdrops for community activities, while the De La Warr Pavilion continues its role as a centre for arts and performance. In Old Town and on Sackville Road, local shops and cafes host pop-up markets and seasonal gatherings.

These events are often tied to recurring traditions such as the Bexhill Festival of the Sea, which takes place in Normans Bay each July with music, crafts, and family activities along Cooden Beach Golf Course. The annual Big Summer Sounds brings live performances on the De La Warr Pavilion Area’s terrace during August weekends , last year featured soul tributes to Aretha Franklin and classic ABBA sets across four evenings. Meanwhile, Bexhill Farmers’ Market returns monthly at Manor Gardens near Glyne Gap Beach, where local producers sell organic vegetables, handmade cheeses, and small-batch baked goods.

The Motoring Heritage Trail traces early 20th-century automotive history through panels installed along the Seafront Promenade between King George V Colonnade and De La Warr Parade. Events such as Bexhill Motor Racing Heritage Day are held each October at Bulverhythe Beach Shipwreck site, where vintage vehicles from different eras gather for display.

In Polegrove, community groups use public spaces near the sports grounds to host tennis tournaments during summer months; similar activity occurs in Egerton Park with free family football sessions. The Bexhill Annual Carnival runs across Old Town and Little Common each September , a week-long programme of street performances, local music from Wickham Bistro’s terrace, craft stalls at De La Warr Parade, and parade entries led by brass bands.

Through this consistent coverage, The City Brief helps residents stay informed about accessible opportunities to gather, explore new ideas, and take part in what’s unfolding across different parts of town. It's not a guidebook; it’s an ongoing conversation with the local pulse.

What we Cover

Each week The City Brief highlights events happening across Bexhill-on-Sea – live music, theatre, food, family activities, markets and more.

Have a look at what's happening this week and this coming weekend.