Civilian War Memorial
The trustees were able to contribute to the cost of establishing a Peace Garden situated at the Wish Tower, Eastbourne in memory of the people killed and injured in the bombing raids on the town during the war of 1939-45 and in memory of the fortitude of residents during those years. The centre piece of the Peace Garden is a nine ton…
Royal Hippodrome Theatre
The trustees were pleased to help the Royal Hippodrome Theatre in Eastbourne as an important asset for the benefit of people in Eastbourne. The John Jackson Charitable Trust together with the Lottery provided the funding that had a £100,000 makeover with the restoration of the building’s deteriorating facade . The image gallery above shows the transformation.
The Haven School – Polli:Nation
The Haven School have been presented with a Polli:Nation certificate and legacy pack for successfully changing the school environment to encourage pollinating insects. The Haven school are now considered ambassadors in the South East for its efforts. The trustees of the trust are pleased to have supported the school on this initiative.
Motcombe Primary School
The Trustees were pleased to assist Motcombe School with a new hall ceiling and lighting. It has made a huge difference and the children are looking forward to putting on performances in the new improved hall.
BDAA – Disabled Angling
The Trustees were please to assist the British Disabled Angling Association in improving the facilities at Hailsham Country Park. Disabled access platforms were built which allow wheelchair users to fish.
Band of Brothers
The trustees were glad to be able to assist the Band of Brothers with their mentoring scheme in Eastbourne.
Sussex Wildlife Trust
A grant enabled two courses of Wellbeing in the Wild to take place for the benefite of people from Eastbourne with mental health problems. The courses were a fantastic success and 16 beneficiares completed wildlife and nature focused activities which boosted their confidence and self-esteem.
