The hosepipe ban which has been in place since 12 August has now been lifted by South East Water.
The ban, which affected 1.4 million people across Sussex and Kent, was introduced when 2022 saw the driest start to a summer since 1976.
Thanks to the restrictions being observed, and heavy rainfall over the last few months, resources have recovered and South East Water have announced the restriction is now lifted.
By 20 November, the area had seen close to two months of rainfall in three weeks.
Crowborough Town Council wants answers from Royal Mail
Crowborough Town Council has formally written to Royal Mail demanding urgent answers and a clear timeline regarding persistent postal service disruptions.
Wealden Police warn against text scams
Wealden Police have issued an urgent warning to residents regarding impersonation text message scams.
Josh Babarinde MP celebrates first ever cadets week in Parliament
Eastbourne MP Josh Babarinde celebrated the first-ever National Cadets Week (5–11 October 2026) by championing the positive impact of cadet forces during a session in the House of Commons.
Crowborough Fireworks Display with Ashdown Radio
Every year Crowborough Town Council puts on a FREE Firework Display for residents to enjoy. Each display has a theme to music and this year we are pleased to announce that the theme is, 90’s dance tunes!
Council agrees £260,000 of Home Office funding to support Crowborough community
Wealden District Council has agreed how £260,000 of an expected Home Office asylum grant of up to £450,000 will be used to support services, facilities and community initiatives in Crowborough. The remaining £190,000 will support people seeking asylum who are accommodated at Crowborough Army Camp
Parts of Hastings Railway will be shut for 9 days
Network Rail has announced a major nine-day closure on a vital section of the Hastings line, stretching between Tonbridge and Wadhurst, from Saturday, 24 October to Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Quit smoking this Stoptober
The East Sussex Stoptober campaign offers free, judgement-free one-to-one support and stop-smoking aids, making residents up to three times more likely to quit successfully than trying alone.
Shingle works begin at Seaford and Southwick beaches
Biannual coastal protection and shingle works have commenced at Seaford, Shoreham, and Southwick beaches to reinforce vital sea defences ahead of the winter season.
Your soundtrack from the 60s to the 90s playing Milk And Alcohol by Dr Feelgood
