Apparently Eastbourne has been touting itself as the New Brighton for yonks but maybe the hype is finally morphing into reality.
It remains a curious blend of old school chintz (certainly east of the pier), historical glamour and aspirational charm – the property development, Gresham House, next to us here at The Guesthouse East on Hartington Place sums it [...]

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Eastbourne’s been in the news (again) this week. It’s a great place to live, The Guardian this weekend described some of the highlights: ‘Magnificent municipal borders. Oh, and a pier out of your dreams…Lots of Festival of Britain-era caffs (loving the Lilac Fish Restaurant). And what a bandstand! Right out on the prom with a [...]

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