Eastbourne Event Exhibitors
Self Sufficiency
Compost Doctor Service, East Sussex County Council
The Compost Doctor service offers expert advice from getting started to making the most of your compost system at home. The service also offers reduced price composting equipment to anyone living in the East Sussex area.
Contact: (01273) 482995E-Mail: compostdoctor@eastsussex.gov.uk
Website: www.eastsussex.gov.uk/composting
Gordon Hillman (Visiting professor in Archeobotany, University College London).
Hailsham-based Gordon Hillman is a wild foods expert who conducts educational excursions for people interested in 'using weeds as food' - as he puts it. Find out all about wild foods you can harvest for free in your area.
E-Mail: gordonhillman43@hotmail.comMerryweather's Herbs
Merryweather's Herbs is an exciting environmental gardens project creating 6 acres of organically managed gardens for self-sufficiency and wildlife. Merryweather's offers 1 & 2 day courses in matters related to the gardens, including 'Vegetable Growing for the Petrified'. Merryweather's also accepts occasional committed volunteers who wish to gain first hand experience and training in the gardens and nursery. Recently approved to set up as a compost demonstration site.
Contact: (01323) 831726E-Mail: info@morethanjustagarden.co.uk
Website: www.morethanjustagarden.co.uk
Paynes South Down Bee Farms Ltd.
Paynes supply a large stock of beekeeping equipment - everything you need whether you are just getting started or have hundreds of hives. Paynes also supply honey from their own hives, plus honeys from around the world, jams marmalades and other fine foods.
Contact: (01273) 843388E-Mail: sales@paynes-beefarm.com
Website: www.paynes-beefarm.com
Tina French
Local self-sufficiency enthusiast Tina French knows a thing or two about keeping chickens. If you've ever thought it might be nice to have really fresh eggs in the morning, Tina's stand should be your first point of contact. Answers to questions such as: What breed of chicken to choose? What size plot of land is required? What do they eat? How many eggs do chickens produce?... and much more. Tina's also giving a brief talk on chicken rearing. See our Workshops page for further information.
Food
Brighton and Hove FareShare
FareShare redistributes surplus food to projects that feed vulnerable people. FareShare also provides positive sustainable volunteering opportunities, enabling and empowering volunteers to fully participate in the project and local community by developing 'on the job' work experience. The accredited vocational training enables volunteers to develop skills and qualifications more relevant to the workplace, and to move into employment, meeting local skills shortages.
Contact: (01273) 671111E-Mail: info@faresharebrightonandhove.org.uk
Website: faresharebrightonandhove.org.uk
Local Roots and Wellie Boots
Luke and Bev's Old Town shop has food sourced from local farmers, and more recently, the surplus produce from people's gardens. Gardeners can swap their home-grown surplus fruit and vegetables for cash or other groceries. The couple then sell the produce in the shop for a very reasonable price. They are hoping this will cut down on food wastage and encourage others to buy local produce.
Contact: (01323) 638731E-Mail: local.roots@hotmail.com
David Brown
David Brown is an independent consultant for The Pampered Chef... "Through the power of cooking and simple recipes from The Pampered Chef and World top chefs we are able to pass on to you the passion and philosophy of healthy nutritious food within your budget. The Pampered Chef provides a business opportunity for all and through cooking demonstrations brings family and friends together at meal times."
Contact: 07526 930647E-Mail: dave-paula@live.co.uk
Website: www.pamperedchef.biz/davebrown
Cultural
Black Cultural Foundation
Promotes black cultural heritage through arts, entertainment, sports and education; to encourage self development and advancement within the black community, and to recognise positive contributions by individuals or groups in the black community.
Contact: Margaret Parker, 07769 751 270WRVS Heritage Plus Project
Make do and mend information. Heritage Plus delivers a range
of
activities, events and outings, celebrating and recording people's
individual and community histories.
E-Mail: heritagepluseastbourne@wrvs.org.uk
Website: www.heritageplus.org.uk
Affordable Home and Fashion
Furniture Now!
Furniture Now! diverts re-usable furniture and some electrical goods out of the waste system and to supply furniture to the community (at reduced cost to those on low incomes). Furniture Now! also offers volunterering and training opportunities (including for people with mental health needs and the unemployed).
Contact: (01323) 638000E-Mail: furniture.eastbourne@furniturenow.org.uk
Website: www.furniturenow.org.uk
Wise Buys Charity Shop
Quite possibly the most affordable Charity Shop in town, Wise Buys is located in the CommunityWise community centre and raises funds for the centre and its actitivities. With most clothing priced around £1.50 and goodies such as a hardback bestseller at just 50p, Wise Buys is a bargain hunter's delight, with many visiting the shop on a regular basis.
Contact: (01323) 722924Budget Shopping
Freecycle
The Eastbourne Freecycle group is open to all who want to 'recycle' that special something rather than throw it away. Whether it's a chair, a fax machine, piano or an old door, feel free to post it on our website. Or maybe you're looking to acquire something yourself? Nonprofit groups are welcome to participate too! One main rule: everything posted must be free. This group is part of the Freecycle Network, a non-profit organisation and a movement of people interested in keeping good stuff out of landfills. For a talk about Freecycle by Tina French see our Workshops page.
E-Mail: eastbourne_freecycle-owner@yahoogroups.co.ukWebsite (local): uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/eastbourne_freecycle/?tab=s
Website (national): www.freecycle.org
Utility Warehouse
The Utility Warehouse Discount Club provides over 200,000 households throughout the UK with home phone, mobile phones, broadband, gas and electricity. Utility Warehouse offers value for money, award-winning customer service and the convenience of all your household utilities on one monthly bill.
Contact (local agent): (01323) 483355E-Mail: janethutchinson@uwclub.net
Website: www.ezlyf.org.uk
Free or Inexpensive Leisure and Entertainment
Carol Swatton, Arts and Crafts
Have fun making gifts this Christmas using recycled household materials. Arts and crafts expert Carol Swatton passes on her tips for creating beautiful items using papier mache and other inexpensive materials. Fun for all the family.
CommunityWise
CommunityWise is a self-financing community centre which is a focal point for the local community and a provider of community services. Approximately 1600 people each week take part in its activities either in the Old Town premises or elsewhere. A wide range of very affordable activities for all ages are offered - from quilting to Scottish Dancing, from language lessons to Calligraphy, youth clubs, aerobics, Slimming World and much more.
Contact: (01323) 722924E-Mail: admin@communitywise.org.uk
Website: www.communitywise.org.uk
Eastbourne Seniors Club
Participation in Eastbourne Seniors Club is for all those who have reached 50 years or more and reside within 7 miles of Eastbourne Town Hall. ESC offers a wide range of very reasonably priced leisure and educational activities. Art, ballroom dancing, bingo, computing, carpet bowls, bingo, snooker, line dancing, darts and T'ai Chi are just a few examples. Coffee and tea are available throughout the day, a hot or cold lunch is available from 11.30-1.30PM. Day trips, outings and social events are also held. Rooms for hire.
Contact: (01323) 728157E-Mail: e_seniors_club@yahoo.com
Website: www.eastbourneseniorsclub.org.uk
Friends of Princes Park
Parks provide free leisure, health and fitness opportunities all year round. Friends of Princes Park was formed in 2005 to restore Princes Park, a valuable local amenity, back to its former glory. So far this year, Friends activities such as raffles, cream teas, quiz nights and fun days have raised thousands of pounds, paying for the planting of new trees and plants in the park and a new Victorian arch sign. The group is continually liaising with Eastbourne Borough Council regarding the implementation of new projects in the park. New members always welcome.
Contact: (01323) 724711E-Mail: info@princesparkeastbourne.org.uk
Sk8school - Eastbourne Inline Skate School
Quality inline skate lessons - teaching Eastbourne to skate since 1995. A full range of skate lessons, paid and free, courses and open skates, plus Kids club all month! No skates no problem! All sizes of skates from childs 12 to adults 10.5 - rental includes pads and helmet.
Contact: 07940 773 295Website: www.sk8school.co.uk
Uptown Players
The Uptown Players are a non-profit making, amateur drama group based in Eastbourne. The group produces 2-3 productions a year. Forthcoming productions include A Christmas Carol (December 2008) and Alice in Wonderland (June 2009). For tickets, please call Ian Cosham (Director) 07818 688 044. Performers range form 7-70+. If you would like to join the group, please fill in the 'contact us' form on the website, detailing what part of the group you are specifically interested in.
Website: www.uptownplayers.co.ukTransport
BeSpoke
Eastbourne group BeSpoke are passionate about cycling and want to share their expertise with those who want to learn more about this cheap and enjoyable form of transport. The group will have a stand and also a workshop at Live Better for Less. Find out more about: where to get cheap bikes second hand or value for money new, how to choose the right bike, basic bike maintenance, road safety and much more! See our Workshops page for details of a budget cycling talk by Tim Bartlett.
Energy Saving and Alternative Energy
Energy Initiatives Officer, Eastbourne Borough Council
Advice and information on improving energy efficiency, including information about energy saving grants and discounts.
Contact: 0800 512 012Website: eastbourne.gov.uk/housing/energy
SolarCraft
Solarcraft, based in Eastbourne, installs high quality, affordable Solar water heating systems. A well sited system should provide you with 50% to 70% of your annual hot water needs - that could save you a lot of money!
Also see our Workshops page for details of a talk on the 'Peak Oil' theory by Neil Robinson.
Contact: (01323) 749733 or 07921 509552E-Mail: neil@solar-eb.co.uk
Website: www.solar-eb.co.uk
Information and Advice
Adult Social Care
Adult Social Care helps people who need extra support, or vulnerable people to live as independently as possible. ASC works with health services, voluntary groups and private care organisations to arrange services for adults and their carers.
Contact: (01273) 481000E-Mail: www.eastsussex.gov.uk/contactsus/default/htm
Age Concern (Eastbourne)
Charity for the 50+. A wide range of advice and information, as well as providing leisure, sport and fitness activities and a lively social club/cafe.
Contact: (01323) 638474E-Mail: info@ageconcerneastbourne.co.uk
Website: www.ageconcerneastbourne.co.uk
Eastbourne Citizens' Advice Bureau
Provides advice on a wide range of subjects and influences positive social change. The CAB are also running a series of Finance and Budgeting Workshops during the event. See our Workshops page for details.
Contact: (01323) 177 or (01323) 413480E-Mail: bureau@eastbournecab.cabnet.org.uk
Website: www.eastbournecab.co.uk
or www.moneymakesense.co.uk
Eastbourne Homes
Social housing management.
Contact: (01323) 410000E-Mail: enquiries@eastbournehomes.org.uk
Website: www.eastbournehomes.org.uk
East Sussex Downs and Weald Primary Care Trusts
Health provision and advice, including information about NHS Dentists and stop smoking.
Contact: (01424) 485300Website: http://www.eastsussexdownswealdpct.nhs.uk/
Kites Family Information
Family information service.
Contact: (01323) 737294E-Mail: kites@eastsussex.gov.uk
Old Town Community Library
A community library run entirely by volunteers. Advice and information, books, reading materials and talking books. Educational activities.
Contact: (01323) 649964Polskie Eastbourne
Advice and information for Polish people living in Eastbourne. Publishers of a monthly Polish language newsletter.
Contact: 07886 573 560E-Mail: info@polskieeastbourne.org.uk
Website: www.polskieeastbourne.org.uk
Education and Training
East Sussex Federation of Women's Institutes
A voluntary organisation for women. Promotes the W.I.'s programme of education and fun for women.
Contact: (01323) 442592E-Mail: hq@esfwi.org.uk
Website: http://www.esfwi.org.uk/
English in the Community
A Registered Charity founded by immigrant English language teachers. Provides free quality English language courses for members of the international community who are resident in the UK. Serves as advocates for the local migrant community, providing research and insights, helping to shape policy and provide solutions, ensuring social inclusion of non-native people.
Contact: 07971 908 141E-mail: info@englishinthecommunity.org.uk
Website: www.englishinthecommunity.org.uk
Nafisa Fera, Education Officer, Royal Anthropological institute
Examining self-sufficiency in international communities: How do communities around the world eat simply and cheaply using their local produce? Find out a bit more about various products and where they are produced globally. Pick up recipes, quizzes and more...
Also see our Workshops page for details of a talk on the 'Slow Food' movement.
Contact: 020 7387 0455E-Mail: education@therai.org.uk
Website: www.therai.org.uk
The People Matter Trust
Provides information and advice, guidance and practical help for people seeking employment. Offering courses and unlimited one-to-one sessions with a trained advisor, which usually includes the production of a quality CV. The services are provided without charge but all donations are welcome.
Contact: (01323) 431289Website: www.people-matter.org.uk
Budget Cookery Demonstrations From the Upstairs Kitchen
12-1PM: Dave Brown, The Pampered Chef - Budget British cookery1-2PM: Joan Sampson - Guayanese cookery
2-3PM: Stir-fry - from Our Singapore Chef
Free Entertainment Throughout the Event
Martin the Womble - Caricaturist'Lacksadaisy' - Swing/folk music trio
Derek Legg - Storytelling & magic
Carolyn and Traci - Face painting
Outside in the Basketball Court:
Eastbourne Homes - Hip hop workshop
Eastbourne homes - Basketball workshop
Bespoke - Cycling demonstration