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Events Programme September to October 2016 Celebrating Older People’s Day in East Sussex
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Celebrating Older People’s Day in East Sussex
Introduction
Welcome to the Events Programme for Older People’s Day 2016 Introduction by Kate Davies, Chair of East Sussex Seniors’ Association (ESSA)
Another packed programme of Older People’s Day events is here, and it’s bigger than ever before! I cannot believe it, but we have nearly doubled the events this year. There is so much to choose from and many of the events are free. I am able to see ‘what’s on’ before it goes to print and I keep seeing things that I want to go to – sing-along with tea and cake, film matinee with tea and cake, a gentle stroll, perhaps, and then I tend to go back to the tea and cake! Oh, I have just noticed a Soup Festival – yum!
Remember you can go to any event anywhere in the county but do make sure you book a place if it says so in the information. Contact your local community transport group for help with transport, there’s information opposite. The booklets are distributed across the county in libraries and district and borough council offices so please take copies to your friends and neighbours and come along together. If you are a member of a lunch club or other small group take copies there too.
I want you all to celebrate with me, with ESSA, the forums and East Sussex County Council and make this another wonderfully successful year.
Evaluation forms are available at most of the events and it would be good to hear about the events you really enjoyed and those you think could have been better.
ESSA – East Sussex Seniors’ Association will be the lead in producing the booklet from now on with strong support from ESCC. However the booklet could not be produced without the planning group who come from district and borough councils, charities, leisure centres, community and voluntary organisations. We hope to keep working with you all.
Enjoy!
Note: Information in this booklet was correct at time of going to press. Please contact individual organisers to check details or visit the What’s On section of ESCC’s website for any additional or revised event information.
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Events are listed in date order (apart from the leisure centres pages 17-21). You can also search for events happening in your area by matching the colour bar at the side of each entry with the district or borough area indicated on the map below. Please note that Seaford Seniors’, Lewes Seniors’ and Meridian Forum all fall in Lewes area.
Community Transport – helping you get out and about Community Transport (CT) provides safe, accessible and affordable transport to the community whilst combatting the problems of social exclusion, isolation and loneliness. We operate all year round, so a CT scheme in your area may be able to assist with transport to Older People’s Day events. Find details of all the different schemes (including telephone numbers) at: 4weald.co.uk/escto or eastsussex.gov.uk/communitytransport. If you don’t have internet access, call 01273 517332 for advice on schemes in your area.
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Walking football with Active Hastings Thursday 1 September (then every Thursday) from 10.30-11.30am, at Alexandra Park Multi Use Games Area Wish you could still play football, but find the game too fast? Walking football is a great way to keep fit! Cost: One session FREE Transport: Good bus access. Free parking. Contact: Alan on 01424 451051
Battle Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Friday 2 September, from 10-11am, meet on the Green, opposite Battle Memorial Hall, High Street, Battle, TN33 0AQ Enjoy a short gentle walk in and around Battle in the company of others. Cost: FREE. Transport: Pay and display parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
Know Dementia’s Memory Moments Café Friday 2 September (then every Friday) from 10am-12.30pm, at The Meridian Centre, Peacehaven, BN10 8BB Enjoy a cup of tea and a chat in a dementia-friendly environment, with unlimited tea and cake! Cost: FREE Transport: Car parks nearby. Contact: [email protected] or 01273 494300
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Hope G’s 6th Outing to Windsor Castle Monday 5 September from 9am-5pm, meet at St Leonards (pick up point confirmed when booking) Join our members and make new friends on a coach trip to Windsor Castle. Bring a packed lunch. Cost: £15 (non refundable. Booking by email is essential: [email protected]) Transport: Coach provided from St Leonards
Walking football with Active Hastings Monday 5 September (then every Monday) from 6-7pm, at Alexandra Park Multi Use Games Area Wish you could still play football, but find the game too fast? Walking football is a great way to keep fit! Cost: One session FREE Transport: Good bus access. Free parking. Contact: Alan on 01424 451051
Age UK East Sussex’s Free Taster Monday 5 September from 1-3pm, at Heathfield Day Club, Holdenhurst, Mill Road, TN21 0XD Take part in a singalong, eat cake and meet new people Cost: FREE (book via 07850 987133 or [email protected]) Transport: Free parking 100 yards from the venue. Possibility that transport will be offered if enough people book
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Musical Matinee Club with De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill Dementia Action Alliance and Rother District Council Tuesday 6 September from 1.30-4.30pm, at De La Warr Pavilion, Marina, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1DP A relaxed, interactive screening of Grease with props and prompts to bring the action to life! Designed to welcome people who may benefit from a more informal environment, specifically those living with dementia and/or disabilities. Cost: £3.50, includes refreshments. Carers free. Please advise if disabled access is required when booking. Booking & Information 01424 229 111. Transport: Rother District Council Car park, disabled parking bays available. Pay and Display 3 hours £3.00
Sport Eastbourne’s Older People’s Day Event Wednesday 7 September, from 9.15am-12.45pm, at Shinewater Sports Centre, Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne, BN23 8ED Try a range of different sports that are available for weekly sessions at the centre, including walking football, walking netball, short-mat bowls, table tennis, badminton and pickle ball. Chess, draughts and Scrabble will also be available. Cost: £2 (booking recommended). Free refreshments. Transport: Free parking available Contact: 01323 768614 or [email protected]
‘Chances4Change’ Older People’s Day Community Lunch Wednesday 7 September, from 12.30-2pm, at Rye Scout Hut, Rope Walk, Rye TN31 7ND Find out about healthy living, try out our new ‘Active’ activities, and enjoy a free lunch (over 50s). Cost: FREE including lunch and refreshments Transport: Free parking. Contact: 01424 217259 or 07722 298692. Email: [email protected]
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Age UK East Sussex’s Free taster Wednesday 7 September, from 1-3pm, at Newhaven Age Concern Club, West Quay, BN9 9BP Take part in a singalong, eat cake and meet new people Cost: FREE (book via 07850 987133 or [email protected]) Transport: A cheap public car park is next to the venue.
The Daily Sparkle with Saxon Weald Friday 9 September, from 2-3.30pm at Margaret House, Lealands Drive, Uckfield, TN22 1FH Reminisce about days gone by, and test yourself with a fun quiz. Free hot and cold drinks and cakes. Cost: FREE (book via Alison Payne on 01403 226199 or email [email protected] Transport: Free (with bus pass) or £1 shuttle bus from Uckfield bus station at 20 and 50 past the hour, plus free parking at Margaret House
Grandparents Day cream tea special at Cats Protection Sunday 11 September, from 10am-3pm, National Cat Centre, Chelwood Gate, RH17 7DE Enjoy a luxurious cream tea at The National Cat Centre to celebrate Grandparents Day 2016. The National Cat Centre is set in 51 acres of the beautiful Ashdown Forest and is home to the National Cat Adoption Centre and Visitor Centre with café and shop. All our cakes are hand made fresh every day. Cost: FREE entry – Cream teas £5 per person. Transport: Free parking Contact: 01825 741370 or [email protected]
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Freedom Leisure’s Older People’s Day event Wednesday 14 September, from 9am-5pm at Freedom Leisure, Crowborough, Eridge Road, TN6 2TN Come along and try a range of activities from Aquafit to badminton. Have fun and get active. Cost: £2. Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected] or 01892 665488
Coffee, cake and computers with Wealden District Council Wednesday 14 September, from 10am-12pm, at Much Ado Books/ Smugglers pub, West Street, Alfriston BN26 5UX Free help and advice about getting online and using tablets/computers. Cost: FREE. Transport: Free parking nearby. Contact: Email: [email protected] or 01323 443384.
Newick Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Wednesday 14 September, from 10.30-11.30am, meet on the Green opposite the Bull Inn, Newick BN8 4LA Enjoy a short gentle walk in and around Newick in the company of others. Cost: FREE. Transport: Free roadside parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
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‘Chances4Change’ Older People’s Day Community Lunch with Rother Voluntary Action and Charter Centre Bexhill Wednesday 14 September, from 12.30-2pm at Charter Centre Café, 36 London Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN39 3JU Find out about healthy living, try out our new ‘Active’ activities, and enjoy a free lunch (over 50s). Cost: FREE Transport: Free parking. Contact: Contact: 01424 217259 or 07722298692. Email: [email protected]
Tai Chi Qigong for Wellbeing with Yasmin Wednesday 14 September, from 10.30-11.30am, at St Augustine’s Hall, St Augustine’s Close, Off Cooden Sea Road TN39 3AZ Practice the slow and gentle movements of Tai Chi Qigong for improved vitality, wellbeing and calm. No special clothing or equipment needed! Cost: £3 Transport: Free parking. Contact: Yasmin Shah 07870 975176 [email protected]
Afternoon tea with Fletching Forget me Not Thursday 15 September, from 3-4.30pm, at Trading Boundaries, Sheffield Green, Uckfield TN22 3RB Enjoy afternoon tea and an assortment of shops, in the company of friendly and sociable people. Cost: £7 for non- group members, £3.50 for members. Book by contacting Lesley Dickens, 01825 723852 or [email protected] by Monday 5th September Transport: Free parking onsite. If you wish to book a car parking space for access reasons, you can contact Trading Boundaries directly on: 01825 790 200.
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Shinewater Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Friday 16 September, 10.30-11.30am, meet outside the Co-op on Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne, BN23 8BR Enjoy a short gentle walk around the Shinewater area in the company of others Cost: FREE Transport: Free car park. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
ACRES Movement and Dance Gently for Beginners Tuesday 20 September (for 10 weeks), from 9-10.15am, at Foresters Hall, Harcourt Close, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5DT A course for the more mature learner, with expert tutors. All over 60s will be entered into a free draw for a voucher to cover half the cost of their next course. Portable hearing loop available on request. Course code: UC09C44A. Cost: Movement and Dance Gently for Beginners – £55.50 (£21.25 reduced fee for those on means tested benefits) for ten week course. Contact ACRES on 01825 761820 or e-mail on [email protected] Transport: Free parking onsite.
Craft and Hobbies Fair with Hastings & St Leonards Seniors’ Forum Thursday 22 September, from 10.30-2.30pm, at Azur, Marina Pavilion, Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU Discover new hobbies, buy locally crafted items, and meet new people. Free tea & coffee. Light lunch available to buy. Cost: FREE (booking required for stallholders only). Transport: Bus 99/98 stops outside. Contact: Ann Lowndes : 01424 439861 / [email protected]
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Vulnerable members of the community may even qualify for free smoke alarms, which are supplied and fitted by the Fire & Rescue Service.
Email: [email protected] Minicom: 01323 462002 Fax: 01323 462044 Website: www.esfrs.org
TEST your smoke a
For free advice on home safety contact 0800 177 7069.
Make sure your cigarettes
NEVER overload sockets
NEVER leave cooking
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Vulnerable members of the community may even qualify for free smoke alarms, which are supplied and fitted by the Fire & Rescue Service.
Email: [email protected] Minicom: 01323 462002 Fax: 01323 462044 Website: www.esfrs.org
TEST your smoke a
For free advice on home safety contact 0800 177 7069.
Make sure your cigarettes
NEVER overload sockets
NEVER leave cooking
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Hastings Stroll on the Prom with The Conservation Volunteers Thursday 22 September, from 11-11.30am, meet at the entrance to Hastings Pier, 1-10 White Rock, TN34 1JU Enjoy a gentle 30 minute walk along the seafront promenade in the company of others. Café available at the end. Cost: FREE. Transport: Car parks nearby. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected] A Matinee at the Pavilion with Hailsham Pavilion Theatre, Wealden District Council and Wealden Dementia Action Alliance Friday 23 September, from 1.30-4pm, at Hailsham Pavilion Theatre, George Street, Hailsham, BN27 1AE A relaxed, dementia-friendly screening of Meet Me in St Louis. Sit where you would like in the cinema and enjoy the music of the film. Cost: £3, carers go free. Book via Box Office Open 10am – 4pm Monday to Saturday Tel: 01323 841414. Email: [email protected] Online: www.pavilionhailsham.co.uk Transport: Some on street parking. Wealden District Council car park in Victoria Road car park, free parking. 1 disabled parking bay
4th International Soup festival with Diversity Lewes Sunday 25 September, from 1pm-2.30pm, at All Saints Centre, Friars Walk, Lewes, BN7 2LE Enjoy demonstrations from a community chef, world music, puppet shows and £1 soup samples. Cost: FREE to attend. Soups £1, £3 – £4. Contact: Tony Kalume [email protected] or 01273 475579.
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Walking Netball in Bexhill with Active Rother, Age UK East Sussex and Freedom Leisure Monday 26 September, from 10-11am, at Bexhill Leisure Centre, Down Road, Bexhill-on-Sea East Sussex. TN39 4HS A fun, sociable activity that is part of a national walking netball pilot. Try it and see if you want to play more regularly. Refreshments available on site. Cost: £1.50 if registration and evaluation are completed. Transport: Free parking. Contact: Martyn Reynolds 01424 731171.
Wave Leisure’s Seniors Active Lifestyle Event Tuesday 27 September, at Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, Seaford, BN25 4QW Join us in our marketplace with local organisations supporting health and wellbeing initiatives for older people. Cost: FREE Contact: 01323 406979/ 408862 [email protected]
Tour of The Keep Tuesday 27 September, from 10.30-11am & 2-2.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Brighton, BN19 BP (sat nav BN1 9PU) Join us for a tour of The Keep, the new, world class centre for archives, and find out more about how we preserve and document the past. Cost: FREE Booking is recommended as numbers are limited. Please call 01273 482349 or visit our website, www.thekeep.info/events Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected], 01273 482349.
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ACRES Use Your Own I-pad Gently for Beginners Tuesday 27 September for 10 weeks, from 10am-12 noon, at Crowborough Community Centre, Pine Grove, Crowborough, TN6 1FE A course for the more mature learner, with expert tutors. All over 60s will be entered into a free draw for a voucher to cover half the cost of their next course. Portable hearing loop available on request. Course code: BE06C05A. Cost: £94.25 (£39.25 reduced fee for those on means tested benefits) for ten week course. Book on 01825 761820 / [email protected]
Table tennis with Active Rother and Rother District Council Wednesday 28 September, from 1-1.45pm, at Bexhill Youth and Community Centre, 10 Station Road, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1RE A fun, sociable activity and a good way to keep active. Cost: £1 if registration and evaluation are completed. Transport: 5 minutes from Bexhill Station. Buses go to Devonshire Square. Street parking available. Contact: Paul White, Centre Manager 01424 215455 Adrian Gaylon Rother District Council 01424 787583 [email protected]
The Good Life Show from Eastbourne Seniors Forum Wednesday 28 September, from 10am-4.30pm, at Winter Garden, Compton Street, Eastbourne, BN21 4BP A lifestyle event with stalls covering health, fitness, clubs, legal, future care, hobbies, leisure and learning. There’ll be things to buy and a chance to chat to service providers. Cost: FREE. Transport: Street parking. Contact: Steve Thornett : 01323 479846 or [email protected]
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Hope G’s 6th Health & Well-being Day Thursday 29 September, from 10.30am-2pm, at AZUR Marina Pavilion, TN38 0BD A day of activities to enhance your well-being. Try taster sessions of yoga, hand massage, nail painting, Indian Head massage, foot massage, Tai Chi, pilates and watch our famous belly dancers. Free light lunch provided in exchange for a completed feedback form. Cost: Free if booked in advance, £5 on the day without booking (booking by email is essential [email protected]) Transport: 98 or 99 bus. Free street parking nearby. Contact: Sarah at Active Hastings on 01424 451051.
Exercise & Movement Session with Active Rother Thursday 29 September, from 2.30-3.30pm, Thalia House, London Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN39 3JT. Sing-along through our gentle exercises and play games like mini-bowls. Suitable for beginners, those less mobile and those needing seated exercises. Please arrive 5 minutes early. Cost: £3. Transport: Limited parking available and nearby. Contact: Lauren Hunnisett or Adrian Gaylon Rother District Council 01424 787583 [email protected] / [email protected]
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Leisure Centre activities Taking part in physical activities can bring many health benefits, whilst providing an opportunity to socialise and have fun. To facilitate this, leisure centres around the county are supporting celebrations for Older People’s Day (OPD) again this year, by offering a special ‘taster rate’ on a wide range of sessions throughout September and October. All the activities listed here are suitable for older people and are available for the special rate of just £1 (on production of a booklet or print out). ‘Meet the instructor’ and ‘introductory’ sessions are offered free of charge and give people the opportunity to learn more before actually taking part. All centres have disabled access, and drinks and snacks are available at most, either from vending machines or onsite cafes. Some sessions have limited spaces, so we recommend you contact the centre in advance of your visit to see if you need to book a place (especially if the session is a class). Go along and try out something new, and come away feeling younger and full of life! Please note, there are some leisure centre activities not listed in this section that are listed elsewhere in this booklet.
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Hastings – Freedom Leisure SLC Summerfields Leisure Centre, Bohemia Road TN34 1ET 01424 457691 FFC Falaise Fitness Centre, Cambridge Road TH34 1EU
Event Venue Date Time Cost Older People’s Day event FFC Thurs 6 Oct 10am-12pm £1 Senior Badminton SLC Mondays 12.30-2.30pm £1 * Virtual cycling session SLC Wednesdays 9.35-10.20am £1 * Senior Badminton SLC Thursdays 11am-1pm £1 * Virtual cycling session SLC Fridays 11.20am-
12.05pm £1 *
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Lewes – Wave Leisure LLC Lewes Leisure Centre, Mountfield Road BN7 2XG 01273 486000 DLC Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, Seaford BN25 4QW 01323 490011 SHP Seaford Head Pool, Sutton Avenue BN25 4LX 01323 897632 PLC Peacehaven Leisure Centre, Greenwich Way BN10 8BB 01273 588858 SSFC Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre, Newhaven BN9 9PN 01273 512498 NSH Shakespeare Hall, Fort Road, Newhaven BN9 9DL 01273 510784 NSSC Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club, Seaford
Please note: ‘Meet the Instructor’ or ‘Gym Introductions’ relate to the sessions within the same box in the table.
Event Venue Date Time Cost Gym introduction SSFC Mondays 9-9.30am Free Seniors’ Gym Class SSFC Mondays 9.30-10.30am £1 # Meet the Instructor SSFC Mondays 10.30-11am Free Seniors’ Exercise Class DLC Mondays 10-11am £1 # Meet the Instructor DLC Mondays 11-11.30am Free Senior Badminton Drop-in DLC Mondays 10am-12pm £1 # Senior Swim LLC Mondays 10am-12pm £1 # Aqua Aerobics SHP Mondays 7-8pm £1 # Chair Based Exercises DLC Mondays 2-3pm £1 # Meet the Instructor LLC Tuesdays 8.30-9am Free Seniors’ Exercise Class LLC Tuesdays 9-10am £1 # Meet the instructor PLC Tuesdays 9.30-10am Free Seniors’ Exercise Class PLC Tuesdays 10-11am £1 # Healthy Walks LLC Tuesdays 10-11am £1 # Strength and Balance NSH Tuesdays 11am-12pm £1 # Meet the instructor NSH Tuesdays 12-12.30pm Free Strength and Balance LLC Tuesdays 1-2pm £1 # Meet the Walking Football Coach
DLC Wednesdays 9.30-10am Free
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Gym introduction LLC Wednesdays 9.30-10am £1 # Seniors’ Gym Class LLC Wednesdays 10-11am £1 # Meet the Instructor LLC Wednesdays 11.30am-
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PLC PLC
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60+ Swim SHP Wednesdays 5-6pm £1 # Tap Dance NSH Wednesdays 6.30-7.30pm £1 # Gym introduction SSFC Thursdays 9-9.30am Free Senior Gym Class SSFC Thursdays 9.30-10.30am £1 # Meet the Instructor SSFC Thursdays 10.30-11am Free Pickle Ball New Racket Course
DLC Thursdays 10am-12pm £1 #
Every 1st Thursday of the month
10-11.30am £1 #
Meet the Walkers DLC Thursdays 11.30-12pm Free Senior Tai Chi DLC Thursdays 11.30-
12.30pm £1 #
Strength and Balance DLC Thursdays 1.30-2.30pm £1 #
Meet the Instructor DLC Thursdays 2.30-3pm Free Aqua Circuits SHP Thursdays 6.30-7.30pm £1 # Gentle Waves PLC Fridays 9.30-10am £1 #
# On presentation of an OPD booklet
Rother – Freedom Leisure BLC Bexhill Leisure Centre, Down Road TN39 4HS 01424 731171 BP Bexhill Pool, Ravenside Retail Park TN40 2JS 01424 731508 RSC Rye Sports Centre, The Grove, Rye TN31 7ND 01797 224747
Event Venue Date Time Cost Active plus Short Tennis BLC Mondays 8.30-10am £1 Water Therapy RSC Tuesdays 1.30-2pm £1 # Active plus Badminton BLC Tuesdays 2-3.30pm £1 Aerobics BLC Wednesdays 9-10am £1 Pilates BLC Wednesdays 10-11am £1 Tai Chi RSC Wednesdays 12.30-1.30pm £1 *# Water Therapy RSC Wednesdays 1.45-2.15pm £1 # Active plus Short Tennis BLC Thursdays 8.30-10am £1 Pilates BLC Thursdays 10-11am £1 Active plus Badminton BLC Fridays 2-3.30pm £1
* Booking required with relevant venue # On presentation of an OPD booklet
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Gym introduction DLC Fridays 9.30-10am Free Seniors’ Gym Class DLC Fridays 10-11am £1 # Meet the instructor DLC Fridays 11-11.30am Free Senior Badminton Drop-in DLC Fridays 10-12pm £1 # Zumba Gold DLC Fridays 2-3pm £1 # 60+ Swim SHP Fridays 3.15-4.45pm £1 # 60+ Swim SHP Saturdays 9-10am £1 #
# On presentation of an OPD booklet
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Wealden – Freedom Leisure ULC Uckfield Leisure Centre, Downsview Crescent TN22 1UB 01825 761160 HLC Hailsham Leisure Centre, Vicarage Lane BN27 2AX 01323 846755 CLC Crowborough Leisure Centre, Eridge Road TN6 2TN 01892 665488
Event Venue Date Time Cost Freedom circuit plus ULC Mon 26 Sept 10-11am £1 # Active Plus Aerobics ULC Tues 27 Sept 2-3pm £1 # Indoor cycle plus ULC Weds 28 Sept 2-2.45pm £1 *# Aqua Rehab ULC Thurs 29 Sept 3-3.45pm £1 # Walking Football ULC Thurs 29 Sept 5.30-6.30pm £1 # Line Dancing HLC Mondays 1.30-2.45pm £1 # U3a Circuits HLC Mondays 3-4pm £1 # Active Plus Cycling HLC Wednesdays 1-1.45pm £1 # New age kurling HLC Wednesdays 1-2pm £1 # Bowling and table tennis HLC Wednesdays 2-4pm £1 # Active Plus Swimming HLC Thursdays 9-11am £1 # Active Plus Hoopaholics HLC Fridays 10.30-11.25 £1 # Active Plus Supple Strength HLC Fridays 10.30-11.25am £1 # Falls Prevention HLC Fridays 11.45-12.45pm £1 #
* Places can be booked over the phone on 01825 761160 or done in person at reception # On presentation of an OPD booklet
As well as calling the centres, you can get more information by visiting their websites:
For Lewes District (Wave Leisure): www.waveleisure.co.uk For Rother, Wealden & Hastings (Freedom Leisure): www.freedomleisure.co.uk
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Table Tennis Rother’s Older Persons’ Open Session Thursday 29 September, from 7-9.30pm, at Claverham Community College, North Trade Road, Battle, East Sussex. TN33 0HT Play table tennis and meet new people, whilst keeping healthy and active. Cost: £1.50. Transport: Free parking. Contact: Kevin Haffenden 07803138881 or email [email protected]
Ticehurst Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Friday 30 September, from 10.30-11am, meet in Pickford Lane car park, Ticehurst, TN5 7AS Enjoy a gentle walk of half an hour in Ticehurst in the company of others. Optional cafe after the walk. Wheelchair friendly routes available. Cost: FREE. Transport: Free parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
Active Rother’s Exercise & Movement Sessions for Older People’s Day Friday 30 September, from 2-3pm, at The Orangery, Buxton Drive, Sidley, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN39 4BD Sing-along through our gentle exercises and play games like mini-bowls. Suitable for beginners, those less mobile and those needing seated exercises. Please arrive 5 minutes early. Cost: £3. Transport: Parking available. Contact: Lauren Hunnisett or Adrian Gaylon Rother District Council 01424 787583 [email protected] / [email protected]
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Full of Life event with Wealden Senior Citizens Saturday 1 October, from 10am-12.45pm, at Hailsham Community Hall, behind Wealden District Council Offices, Vicarage Lane, Hailsham, BN27 2 AX Browse our stands of information for older people and their carers, listen to talks on healthy lifestyles and pick up a free voucher to attend an activity. Cost: FREE (FREE refreshment throughout the morning). Transport: Free parking opposite. Contact: Jane Clark, 01892 655050 or [email protected]
Active Hastings coffee morning Tuesday 4 October, from 9.15am-12.30pm, at St Mary in the Castle, 7 Pelham Crescent, Hastings TN34 3AF Gather information about what’s happening in your local area and enjoy an optional free dance class 10.30-11.30am (no partner required). Pilates session at 9.30- 10.20am and Tai Chi Qigong at 11.30am-12.30pm. Cost: FREE coffee morning, Pilates session £2.00, Tai Chi Qigong session £2.50. Transport: Pay and display car park nearby. Good bus access. Contact: Sarah at Active Hastings 01424 451051.
Meridian Forum Information and Networking Fair Tuesday 4 October, from 10am-12.30pm, at Hillcrest Community Centre Main Hall, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven, BN9 9LH Come and see the groups and clubs of the Meridian area and sign up for something new! Taster sessions in chair-based exercises, foot care, health trainers and more. Cost: FREE (Tea, coffee and snacks available to buy in the café. Lunches from 12.30) Transport: Bus 12 Eastbourne and Brighton route to Lower Place, Newhaven or Newhaven Town bus circuit. Then a 5 minute walk via Meeching Road to the Hillcrest Centre. Or contact CTLA 01273 517332 for door to door service. Contact: Kate Davies on 01273 516207. Email [email protected]
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Musical Matinee Club with De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill Dementia Action Alliance and Rother District Council Tuesday 4 October, from 1.30-4.30pm, at De La Warr Pavilion, Marina, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1DP A relaxed, interactive screening of Singin’ In The Rain with props and prompts to bring the action to life! Specifically designed for people who may benefit from a more informal environment, specifically those living with dementia and/or disabilities. Cost: £3.50, includes refreshments. Carers free. Please advise if disabled access required when booking. Booking & Information 01424 229 111. Transport: Rother District Council Car park, disabled parking bays available. Pay and Display 3 hours £3.00.
Age UK East Sussex’s Polegate OPD event Tuesday 4 October, from 2-4pm, at Polegate Community Centre, 54 Windsor Way, Polegate, BN26 6QF Gather health information and guidance from local practitioners and health trainers, enjoy healthy snacks and refreshments, and try out New Age Kurling, table tennis, chair-based exercises and dancercise. Free drinks and healthy snacks. Cost: £1. Transport: Free onsite parking. Contact: Charles Sheldon on 01273 476704 or 07850 987 149 or email [email protected]
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Age UK East Sussex’s Rye Older People’s Day event Wednesday 5 October, from 10-12pm, at 1st Rye Scouts Centre, The Grove, Rye, TN31 7ND Gather health information and guidance from local practitioners and health trainers, enjoy healthy snacks and refreshments, and try out New Age Kurling, table tennis, chair-based exercises and and dancercise. Free refreshments. Cost: £1. Transport: Free onsite parking, and very near to train station. Contact: Michele on 01403 226193 or email: [email protected]
Seafront walk with Eastbourne Health Champions Wednesday 5 October, from 10.30am-12.30pm, at Beach Deck Café, Royal Parade, Eastbourne BN22 7AE Enjoy a coffee, followed by a friendly seafront walk, meet others with an interest in walking and plan future walking events. Refreshments available to buy. Cost: FREE Transport: Free street parking. On bus routes. Contact: [email protected] or 01323 735100.
Musical Afternoon and Cream Tea with the TN22 Club and Engage South East Wednesday 5 October, from 1.30-3.30pm, at Hadlow Down village hall, Hut Lane, Hadlow Down, East Sussex, TN22 4HJ Come and join the TN22 club for an afternoon of music, musical games and a cream tea, and find out what the club has to offer. Cost: £1.50 (usual cost of the club is £6). Transport: We may be able to offer transport with our volunteer drivers, if we have capacity, please phone Suzanne for more information. Free parking onsite. Contact: Suzanne Hammond on 01435 661054 or [email protected]
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Hearth and Home with The Keep Thursday 6 October, from 5.30-6.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Brighton, BN19BP (sat nav BN1 9PU) Using accounts relating to Stanmer House, this talk explores the sources of Sussex building materials, both imported and local. Cost: £3 (Booking is recommended as numbers are limited. To book please call 01273 482349 or visit our website, www.thekeep.info/events). Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected], 01273 482349.
Lewes Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Friday 7 October, from 10-11am, meet outside the Needlemakers, West Street, Lewes BN7 2NZ Enjoy a short gentle walk in and around Lewes in the company of others. Café available at the end. Cost: FREE. Transport: Car parks available nearby. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
The Lady In The Van – film screening with the Meridian Mature Citizens Forum Friday 7 October, 2-5pm, at Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven, BN9 9LH Enjoy this popular film, Cert 12A, 1hr 44mins with intermission for tea, cake and a chat. Cost: £3 (Phone Kate Davies 01273 516207 or email [email protected]). Transport: Free parking onsite.
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Sussex Community Development Association’s 3rd Age Olympics Friday 7 October, from 2.30-4.30pm, at Meridian Centre, Meridian Way, Peacehaven, East Sussex, BN10 8BB A fun, relaxed event with ‘sports day’ games. Join in and socialise with others. Refreshments provided. Cost: FREE (book a place by emailing [email protected] or phoning 01273519102). Transport: Free parking.
Pevensey Bay Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Monday 10 October, from 9.45-10.30am, meet outside the library, Richmond Road, Pevensey Bay, BN24 6AU Enjoy a gentle 30-45 minutes walk in Pevensey Bay in the company of others. Café available at the end. Cost: FREE. Transport: Free roadside parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
Forever Fit Taster Session with Eastbourne Leisure Trust Monday 10 October, from 1-3.30pm, at The Sovereign Centre, Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7LQ Stay active, meet new friends and feel great with a weekly session for over 60s in the gym, swimming pool or on the courts. Café in the building. Cost: £1. Transport: £1 parking onsite. Eastbourne Loop or Wave buses stop outside the door Contact: Contact: Sovereign Centre Reception 0845 267 1200 or http://www.eastbourneleisurecentres.com/sovereign_centre/Forever-Fit
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Tour of The Keep Tuesday 11 October, 10.30-11am & 2-2.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Brighton BN19BP (sat nav BN1 9PU) Join us for a tour of The Keep, the new, world class centre for archives, and find out more about how we preserve and document the past. Cost: FREE (Booking is recommended as numbers are limited. To book please call 01273 482349 or visit our website, www.thekeep.info/events). Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected], 01273 482349.
Walking Football with Age UK East Sussex Tuesday 11 October, 10.45-11.30am, at Bexhill Leisure Centre, Down Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN39 4HS Wish you could still play football, but find the game too fast? Walking football is a great way to keep fit! Cost: FREE Transport: Free parking. Contact: Charles Sheldon on 01273 476704 or 07850 987 149 or email [email protected]
Aqua Splash Taster Session with Eastbourne Leisure Trust Tuesday 11 October, 11-11.30am, at The Sovereign Centre, Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7LQ Take part in our full body water workout in our shallow training pool. Suitable for non-swimmers and those unsure of deep water. Café in the building. Cost: £1 (book at reception). Transport: £1 parking onsite. Eastbourne Loop or Wave buses stop outside the door Contact: Sovereign Centre Reception 0845 267 1200 or http://www.eastbourneleisurecentres.com/sovereign_centre/CLASS_Senior
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Hampden Park Walk with Eastbourne Health Champions Wednesday 12 October, 10.30am-12pm, at Hampden Park, Eastbourne BN22 9QR Enjoy a coffee, some local history and a leisurely walk around the park with a friendly group of people. Meet at the Lakeside Cafe. Cost: FREE (book through Sue Dunkley 01323 735100 [email protected]). Transport: 5 minute walk from Hampden Park Station. Free parking. Contact: [email protected] or 01323 735100
Meridian Mature Citizens Forum Village Event Wednesday 12 October, 2-4pm, at The Village Hall, Piddinghoe, BN9 9AS Join local town crier, Peter, for a ‘Town Criers and Bellmen Past and Present’ talk. Weather permitting, we will meet outside the village church beforehand to be called together. Free tea and cake. Cost: FREE (book through Kate at 01273 516207 or [email protected]) Transport: Free parking is available. Public transport is limited. Contact CTLA (01273 517332) for door-to-door transport.
Lewes District Seniors’ Forum 10th Birthday Party Wednesday 12 October, 2.30pm, at St Thomas’s Hall, Cliffe High Street, Lewes BN7 2AW An afternoon of information, tea and cakes, as we celebrate the Forum’s first ten years. All welcome. Cost: FREE (large groups please book). Transport: Bus stops by Waitrose (short walk along pedestrian precinct/Cliffe High Street). Lewes station less than a mile away; pay & display car parks nearby. Contact: Richard Partridge [email protected] or phone 07761 807969.
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Eastbourne Leisure Trust’s Senior Swim Taster Session Thursday 13 October, 9-10.30am, at Motcombe Pool, Motcombe Road, Old Town, Eastbourne BN21 1PU Enjoy a gentle swim and chat with other older people. Cost: £1. Transport: On street parking nearby. Contact: Motcombe Pool Reception 01323 410748 or visit the website to send a web enquiry form.
LGBT Older People’s Day event with Age UK East Sussex Thursday 13 October, 10am-12pm, at The ‘Y’ Centre, St Paul’s Road, St Leonards-On-Sea TN37 6RS Gather information and guidance from local practitioners and health trainers, enjoy healthy snacks and refreshments, and try out New Age Kurling, table tennis, chair- based exercises or dancercise. Cost: £1. Transport: Free onsite parking. Easy access on the 21A, 20A, 20, 22c and 22 buses. Contact: Charles Sheldon on 01273 476704 or 07850 987 149. or email: [email protected]
Aqua Splash Taster Session with Eastbourne Leisure Trust Thursday 13 October, 11.45-12.15pm, at The Sovereign Centre, Royal Parade, Eastbourne BN22 7LQ Aqua Splash uses aqua aerobics to create a full body and cardio work out. This class takes place in our shallow training pool, so is available to non-swimmers or those unsure of deep water. Café in the building. Cost: £1 (book at reception). Transport: £1 parking onsite. Eastbourne Loop or Wave buses stop outside the door Contact: Sovereign Centre Reception 0845 267 1200 or http://www.eastbourneleisurecentres.com/sovereign_centre/CLASS_Senior
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Ore Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Saturday 15 October, 10.30-11.30 am, meet outside the Pepperpot Cafe at Ore Community Centre, 455 Old London Road, TN35 5BH Enjoy a gentle walk in and around Ore in the company of others. Café available at the end. Cost: FREE Transport: Free car parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
Vitality Villages Taste of Vitality Coffee Morning Monday 17 October, from 10am-2pm, at Health Centre, Hailsham Road, Herstmonceaux, BN27 4JX Try out activities, socialise and enjoy a free lunch (soup and roll). Cost: FREE. Transport: Free parking on site. Contact: Bea Simmons on 01323 833535 / [email protected]
A Song and Dance with Rother Seniors’ Forum Monday 17 October, from 1-4.45pm, at St Peters Community Centre, Church Road, Old Town, Bexhill, TN40 2HE Enjoy an afternoon of tea and cake with a sing-song and and a display of belly dancing. Cost: £5. Transport: Manor Barn car park and street parking for free. Contact: Ron, [email protected] or 01424 870801.
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A Matinee at the Pavilion with Hailsham Pavilion Theatre, Wealden District Council and Wealden Dementia Action Alliance Friday 21 October, from 1.30pm-4pm, at Hailsham Pavilion Theatre, George Street, Hailsham, BN27 1AE A Dementia Friendly screening of 42nd Street. Sit where you would like in the cinema and enjoy the music of the film. Cost: £3, carers go free. Please advise if disabled access required when booking. Transport: Some on street parking. Wealden District Council car park in Victoria Road car park, free parking. 1 disabled parking bay. Contact: Hailsham Pavilion Theatre. Tel: 01323 841414. Email: [email protected]
Sunset Serenade with Rye & District Dementia Alliance Saturday 22 October, from 7-9pm, at ARRCC, Rye Creative Centre, New Road, Rye, East Sussex, TN30 6JG Join us for musical entertainment, including from a choir living with dementia showcasing how people can still be part of a community living with dementia. Free tea and biscuits. Cost: £7.50 (book by phoning 07737350896 or emailing [email protected]). Transport: Free parking. Contact: Phone 07737350896 or email [email protected]
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Hastings & Rother U3A Showcase Monday 24 October, from 10am-12pm, at St Peters Community Centre, Church Street, Bexhill on Sea, TN40 2HE Showcasing activities available to members through U3A and local organisations. Tea and coffee available to buy. Cost: FREE. Transport: 98 and 99 stop nearby, and free parking in Manor Gardens car park. Contact: Tricia at [email protected]
Travel Club Experience for potential new members living in Lewes and the surrounding villages with CTLA Tuesday 25 October, from 1-5pm Experience your first “Travel Club” trip with Community Transport for the Lewes Area. We will take you for a scenic tour showcasing some of Sussex’s finest countryside stopping at Mid Sussex Golf Club, Ditchling for tea, cake and a little light entertainment. A wonderful opportunity to make new friends and learn more about CTLA. This trip is only for residents living in Lewes and the surrounding villages. Cost: FREE, booking is essential due to limited spaces. Contact CTLA on 01273 517332, alternatively you can email [email protected] Transport: CTLA offers a free door to door service. Collection from home is offered to those living in Lewes & the surrounding villages.
Brighton in the 1950s and 1960s with The Keep Wednesday 26 October, from 5.30-6.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Brighton BN19BP (sat nav BN1 9PU) An illustrated talk to bring back memories of Brighton in the 50s and 60s. Cost: £3 (Booking is recommended as numbers are limited. To book please call 01273 482349 or visit our website, www.thekeep.info/events). Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected], 01273 482349.
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Getting more copies of this booklet This booklet is available in PDF format, which you can download from our website at: www.eastsussex.gov.uk/ olderpeoplesday
If you would prefer this booklet in an alternative format or language please phone us on 01273 481565.
East Sussex County Council County Hall St Anne’s Crescent Lewes BN7 1UE Phone: 0345 60 80 190 Fax: 01273 481261 Website: eastsussex.gov.uk/contactus
Seniors’ Forums contact details Eastbourne Seniors Forum Steve Thornett Phone: 01323 479846 Email: [email protected]
Hastings & St Leonards Seniors’ Forum Pam Brown OBE Phone: 01424 424693 Email: [email protected]
Hastings Older People’s Ethnic Group (HOPE G) Julia Wells Phone: 07511 248278 Email: [email protected]
Lewes District Seniors’ Forum Richard Partridge Phone: 07761 807969 Email: [email protected]
Meridian Mature Citizens Forum Kate Davies Phone: 01273 516207 Email: [email protected]
Rother Seniors Ron Sunderland Phone: 01424 870801 Email: [email protected]
Seaford Seniors’ Forum Roy Neeve Phone: 01323 490958 Email: [email protected]
Wealden Senior Citizens’ Partnership Jane Clark Phone: 01892 655050 Email: [email protected]
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For more information about East Sussex Seniors’ Association (ESSA) and seniors’ forums, visit www.essaforums.org.uk or contact Kate Davies on 01273 516207 or email: [email protected]
Introduction
Welcome to the Events Programme for Older People’s Day 2016 Introduction by Kate Davies, Chair of East Sussex Seniors’ Association (ESSA)
Another packed programme of Older People’s Day events is here, and it’s bigger than ever before! I cannot believe it, but we have nearly doubled the events this year. There is so much to choose from and many of the events are free. I am able to see ‘what’s on’ before it goes to print and I keep seeing things that I want to go to – sing-along with tea and cake, film matinee with tea and cake, a gentle stroll, perhaps, and then I tend to go back to the tea and cake! Oh, I have just noticed a Soup Festival – yum!
Remember you can go to any event anywhere in the county but do make sure you book a place if it says so in the information. Contact your local community transport group for help with transport, there’s information opposite. The booklets are distributed across the county in libraries and district and borough council offices so please take copies to your friends and neighbours and come along together. If you are a member of a lunch club or other small group take copies there too.
I want you all to celebrate with me, with ESSA, the forums and East Sussex County Council and make this another wonderfully successful year.
Evaluation forms are available at most of the events and it would be good to hear about the events you really enjoyed and those you think could have been better.
ESSA – East Sussex Seniors’ Association will be the lead in producing the booklet from now on with strong support from ESCC. However the booklet could not be produced without the planning group who come from district and borough councils, charities, leisure centres, community and voluntary organisations. We hope to keep working with you all.
Enjoy!
Note: Information in this booklet was correct at time of going to press. Please contact individual organisers to check details or visit the What’s On section of ESCC’s website for any additional or revised event information.
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Events are listed in date order (apart from the leisure centres pages 17-21). You can also search for events happening in your area by matching the colour bar at the side of each entry with the district or borough area indicated on the map below. Please note that Seaford Seniors’, Lewes Seniors’ and Meridian Forum all fall in Lewes area.
Community Transport – helping you get out and about Community Transport (CT) provides safe, accessible and affordable transport to the community whilst combatting the problems of social exclusion, isolation and loneliness. We operate all year round, so a CT scheme in your area may be able to assist with transport to Older People’s Day events. Find details of all the different schemes (including telephone numbers) at: 4weald.co.uk/escto or eastsussex.gov.uk/communitytransport. If you don’t have internet access, call 01273 517332 for advice on schemes in your area.
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Walking football with Active Hastings Thursday 1 September (then every Thursday) from 10.30-11.30am, at Alexandra Park Multi Use Games Area Wish you could still play football, but find the game too fast? Walking football is a great way to keep fit! Cost: One session FREE Transport: Good bus access. Free parking. Contact: Alan on 01424 451051
Battle Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Friday 2 September, from 10-11am, meet on the Green, opposite Battle Memorial Hall, High Street, Battle, TN33 0AQ Enjoy a short gentle walk in and around Battle in the company of others. Cost: FREE. Transport: Pay and display parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
Know Dementia’s Memory Moments Café Friday 2 September (then every Friday) from 10am-12.30pm, at The Meridian Centre, Peacehaven, BN10 8BB Enjoy a cup of tea and a chat in a dementia-friendly environment, with unlimited tea and cake! Cost: FREE Transport: Car parks nearby. Contact: [email protected] or 01273 494300
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Hope G’s 6th Outing to Windsor Castle Monday 5 September from 9am-5pm, meet at St Leonards (pick up point confirmed when booking) Join our members and make new friends on a coach trip to Windsor Castle. Bring a packed lunch. Cost: £15 (non refundable. Booking by email is essential: [email protected]) Transport: Coach provided from St Leonards
Walking football with Active Hastings Monday 5 September (then every Monday) from 6-7pm, at Alexandra Park Multi Use Games Area Wish you could still play football, but find the game too fast? Walking football is a great way to keep fit! Cost: One session FREE Transport: Good bus access. Free parking. Contact: Alan on 01424 451051
Age UK East Sussex’s Free Taster Monday 5 September from 1-3pm, at Heathfield Day Club, Holdenhurst, Mill Road, TN21 0XD Take part in a singalong, eat cake and meet new people Cost: FREE (book via 07850 987133 or [email protected]) Transport: Free parking 100 yards from the venue. Possibility that transport will be offered if enough people book
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Musical Matinee Club with De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill Dementia Action Alliance and Rother District Council Tuesday 6 September from 1.30-4.30pm, at De La Warr Pavilion, Marina, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1DP A relaxed, interactive screening of Grease with props and prompts to bring the action to life! Designed to welcome people who may benefit from a more informal environment, specifically those living with dementia and/or disabilities. Cost: £3.50, includes refreshments. Carers free. Please advise if disabled access is required when booking. Booking & Information 01424 229 111. Transport: Rother District Council Car park, disabled parking bays available. Pay and Display 3 hours £3.00
Sport Eastbourne’s Older People’s Day Event Wednesday 7 September, from 9.15am-12.45pm, at Shinewater Sports Centre, Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne, BN23 8ED Try a range of different sports that are available for weekly sessions at the centre, including walking football, walking netball, short-mat bowls, table tennis, badminton and pickle ball. Chess, draughts and Scrabble will also be available. Cost: £2 (booking recommended). Free refreshments. Transport: Free parking available Contact: 01323 768614 or [email protected]
‘Chances4Change’ Older People’s Day Community Lunch Wednesday 7 September, from 12.30-2pm, at Rye Scout Hut, Rope Walk, Rye TN31 7ND Find out about healthy living, try out our new ‘Active’ activities, and enjoy a free lunch (over 50s). Cost: FREE including lunch and refreshments Transport: Free parking. Contact: 01424 217259 or 07722 298692. Email: [email protected]
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Age UK East Sussex’s Free taster Wednesday 7 September, from 1-3pm, at Newhaven Age Concern Club, West Quay, BN9 9BP Take part in a singalong, eat cake and meet new people Cost: FREE (book via 07850 987133 or [email protected]) Transport: A cheap public car park is next to the venue.
The Daily Sparkle with Saxon Weald Friday 9 September, from 2-3.30pm at Margaret House, Lealands Drive, Uckfield, TN22 1FH Reminisce about days gone by, and test yourself with a fun quiz. Free hot and cold drinks and cakes. Cost: FREE (book via Alison Payne on 01403 226199 or email [email protected] Transport: Free (with bus pass) or £1 shuttle bus from Uckfield bus station at 20 and 50 past the hour, plus free parking at Margaret House
Grandparents Day cream tea special at Cats Protection Sunday 11 September, from 10am-3pm, National Cat Centre, Chelwood Gate, RH17 7DE Enjoy a luxurious cream tea at The National Cat Centre to celebrate Grandparents Day 2016. The National Cat Centre is set in 51 acres of the beautiful Ashdown Forest and is home to the National Cat Adoption Centre and Visitor Centre with café and shop. All our cakes are hand made fresh every day. Cost: FREE entry – Cream teas £5 per person. Transport: Free parking Contact: 01825 741370 or [email protected]
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Freedom Leisure’s Older People’s Day event Wednesday 14 September, from 9am-5pm at Freedom Leisure, Crowborough, Eridge Road, TN6 2TN Come along and try a range of activities from Aquafit to badminton. Have fun and get active. Cost: £2. Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected] or 01892 665488
Coffee, cake and computers with Wealden District Council Wednesday 14 September, from 10am-12pm, at Much Ado Books/ Smugglers pub, West Street, Alfriston BN26 5UX Free help and advice about getting online and using tablets/computers. Cost: FREE. Transport: Free parking nearby. Contact: Email: [email protected] or 01323 443384.
Newick Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Wednesday 14 September, from 10.30-11.30am, meet on the Green opposite the Bull Inn, Newick BN8 4LA Enjoy a short gentle walk in and around Newick in the company of others. Cost: FREE. Transport: Free roadside parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
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‘Chances4Change’ Older People’s Day Community Lunch with Rother Voluntary Action and Charter Centre Bexhill Wednesday 14 September, from 12.30-2pm at Charter Centre Café, 36 London Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN39 3JU Find out about healthy living, try out our new ‘Active’ activities, and enjoy a free lunch (over 50s). Cost: FREE Transport: Free parking. Contact: Contact: 01424 217259 or 07722298692. Email: [email protected]
Tai Chi Qigong for Wellbeing with Yasmin Wednesday 14 September, from 10.30-11.30am, at St Augustine’s Hall, St Augustine’s Close, Off Cooden Sea Road TN39 3AZ Practice the slow and gentle movements of Tai Chi Qigong for improved vitality, wellbeing and calm. No special clothing or equipment needed! Cost: £3 Transport: Free parking. Contact: Yasmin Shah 07870 975176 [email protected]
Afternoon tea with Fletching Forget me Not Thursday 15 September, from 3-4.30pm, at Trading Boundaries, Sheffield Green, Uckfield TN22 3RB Enjoy afternoon tea and an assortment of shops, in the company of friendly and sociable people. Cost: £7 for non- group members, £3.50 for members. Book by contacting Lesley Dickens, 01825 723852 or [email protected] by Monday 5th September Transport: Free parking onsite. If you wish to book a car parking space for access reasons, you can contact Trading Boundaries directly on: 01825 790 200.
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Shinewater Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Friday 16 September, 10.30-11.30am, meet outside the Co-op on Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne, BN23 8BR Enjoy a short gentle walk around the Shinewater area in the company of others Cost: FREE Transport: Free car park. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
ACRES Movement and Dance Gently for Beginners Tuesday 20 September (for 10 weeks), from 9-10.15am, at Foresters Hall, Harcourt Close, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5DT A course for the more mature learner, with expert tutors. All over 60s will be entered into a free draw for a voucher to cover half the cost of their next course. Portable hearing loop available on request. Course code: UC09C44A. Cost: Movement and Dance Gently for Beginners – £55.50 (£21.25 reduced fee for those on means tested benefits) for ten week course. Contact ACRES on 01825 761820 or e-mail on [email protected] Transport: Free parking onsite.
Craft and Hobbies Fair with Hastings & St Leonards Seniors’ Forum Thursday 22 September, from 10.30-2.30pm, at Azur, Marina Pavilion, Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU Discover new hobbies, buy locally crafted items, and meet new people. Free tea & coffee. Light lunch available to buy. Cost: FREE (booking required for stallholders only). Transport: Bus 99/98 stops outside. Contact: Ann Lowndes : 01424 439861 / [email protected]
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Vulnerable members of the community may even qualify for free smoke alarms, which are supplied and fitted by the Fire & Rescue Service.
Email: [email protected] Minicom: 01323 462002 Fax: 01323 462044 Website: www.esfrs.org
TEST your smoke a
For free advice on home safety contact 0800 177 7069.
Make sure your cigarettes
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Vulnerable members of the community may even qualify for free smoke alarms, which are supplied and fitted by the Fire & Rescue Service.
Email: [email protected] Minicom: 01323 462002 Fax: 01323 462044 Website: www.esfrs.org
TEST your smoke a
For free advice on home safety contact 0800 177 7069.
Make sure your cigarettes
NEVER overload sockets
NEVER leave cooking
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Hastings Stroll on the Prom with The Conservation Volunteers Thursday 22 September, from 11-11.30am, meet at the entrance to Hastings Pier, 1-10 White Rock, TN34 1JU Enjoy a gentle 30 minute walk along the seafront promenade in the company of others. Café available at the end. Cost: FREE. Transport: Car parks nearby. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected] A Matinee at the Pavilion with Hailsham Pavilion Theatre, Wealden District Council and Wealden Dementia Action Alliance Friday 23 September, from 1.30-4pm, at Hailsham Pavilion Theatre, George Street, Hailsham, BN27 1AE A relaxed, dementia-friendly screening of Meet Me in St Louis. Sit where you would like in the cinema and enjoy the music of the film. Cost: £3, carers go free. Book via Box Office Open 10am – 4pm Monday to Saturday Tel: 01323 841414. Email: [email protected] Online: www.pavilionhailsham.co.uk Transport: Some on street parking. Wealden District Council car park in Victoria Road car park, free parking. 1 disabled parking bay
4th International Soup festival with Diversity Lewes Sunday 25 September, from 1pm-2.30pm, at All Saints Centre, Friars Walk, Lewes, BN7 2LE Enjoy demonstrations from a community chef, world music, puppet shows and £1 soup samples. Cost: FREE to attend. Soups £1, £3 – £4. Contact: Tony Kalume [email protected] or 01273 475579.
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Walking Netball in Bexhill with Active Rother, Age UK East Sussex and Freedom Leisure Monday 26 September, from 10-11am, at Bexhill Leisure Centre, Down Road, Bexhill-on-Sea East Sussex. TN39 4HS A fun, sociable activity that is part of a national walking netball pilot. Try it and see if you want to play more regularly. Refreshments available on site. Cost: £1.50 if registration and evaluation are completed. Transport: Free parking. Contact: Martyn Reynolds 01424 731171.
Wave Leisure’s Seniors Active Lifestyle Event Tuesday 27 September, at Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, Seaford, BN25 4QW Join us in our marketplace with local organisations supporting health and wellbeing initiatives for older people. Cost: FREE Contact: 01323 406979/ 408862 [email protected]
Tour of The Keep Tuesday 27 September, from 10.30-11am & 2-2.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Brighton, BN19 BP (sat nav BN1 9PU) Join us for a tour of The Keep, the new, world class centre for archives, and find out more about how we preserve and document the past. Cost: FREE Booking is recommended as numbers are limited. Please call 01273 482349 or visit our website, www.thekeep.info/events Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected], 01273 482349.
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ACRES Use Your Own I-pad Gently for Beginners Tuesday 27 September for 10 weeks, from 10am-12 noon, at Crowborough Community Centre, Pine Grove, Crowborough, TN6 1FE A course for the more mature learner, with expert tutors. All over 60s will be entered into a free draw for a voucher to cover half the cost of their next course. Portable hearing loop available on request. Course code: BE06C05A. Cost: £94.25 (£39.25 reduced fee for those on means tested benefits) for ten week course. Book on 01825 761820 / [email protected]
Table tennis with Active Rother and Rother District Council Wednesday 28 September, from 1-1.45pm, at Bexhill Youth and Community Centre, 10 Station Road, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1RE A fun, sociable activity and a good way to keep active. Cost: £1 if registration and evaluation are completed. Transport: 5 minutes from Bexhill Station. Buses go to Devonshire Square. Street parking available. Contact: Paul White, Centre Manager 01424 215455 Adrian Gaylon Rother District Council 01424 787583 [email protected]
The Good Life Show from Eastbourne Seniors Forum Wednesday 28 September, from 10am-4.30pm, at Winter Garden, Compton Street, Eastbourne, BN21 4BP A lifestyle event with stalls covering health, fitness, clubs, legal, future care, hobbies, leisure and learning. There’ll be things to buy and a chance to chat to service providers. Cost: FREE. Transport: Street parking. Contact: Steve Thornett : 01323 479846 or [email protected]
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Hope G’s 6th Health & Well-being Day Thursday 29 September, from 10.30am-2pm, at AZUR Marina Pavilion, TN38 0BD A day of activities to enhance your well-being. Try taster sessions of yoga, hand massage, nail painting, Indian Head massage, foot massage, Tai Chi, pilates and watch our famous belly dancers. Free light lunch provided in exchange for a completed feedback form. Cost: Free if booked in advance, £5 on the day without booking (booking by email is essential [email protected]) Transport: 98 or 99 bus. Free street parking nearby. Contact: Sarah at Active Hastings on 01424 451051.
Exercise & Movement Session with Active Rother Thursday 29 September, from 2.30-3.30pm, Thalia House, London Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN39 3JT. Sing-along through our gentle exercises and play games like mini-bowls. Suitable for beginners, those less mobile and those needing seated exercises. Please arrive 5 minutes early. Cost: £3. Transport: Limited parking available and nearby. Contact: Lauren Hunnisett or Adrian Gaylon Rother District Council 01424 787583 [email protected] / [email protected]
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Leisure Centre activities Taking part in physical activities can bring many health benefits, whilst providing an opportunity to socialise and have fun. To facilitate this, leisure centres around the county are supporting celebrations for Older People’s Day (OPD) again this year, by offering a special ‘taster rate’ on a wide range of sessions throughout September and October. All the activities listed here are suitable for older people and are available for the special rate of just £1 (on production of a booklet or print out). ‘Meet the instructor’ and ‘introductory’ sessions are offered free of charge and give people the opportunity to learn more before actually taking part. All centres have disabled access, and drinks and snacks are available at most, either from vending machines or onsite cafes. Some sessions have limited spaces, so we recommend you contact the centre in advance of your visit to see if you need to book a place (especially if the session is a class). Go along and try out something new, and come away feeling younger and full of life! Please note, there are some leisure centre activities not listed in this section that are listed elsewhere in this booklet.
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Hastings – Freedom Leisure SLC Summerfields Leisure Centre, Bohemia Road TN34 1ET 01424 457691 FFC Falaise Fitness Centre, Cambridge Road TH34 1EU
Event Venue Date Time Cost Older People’s Day event FFC Thurs 6 Oct 10am-12pm £1 Senior Badminton SLC Mondays 12.30-2.30pm £1 * Virtual cycling session SLC Wednesdays 9.35-10.20am £1 * Senior Badminton SLC Thursdays 11am-1pm £1 * Virtual cycling session SLC Fridays 11.20am-
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Lewes – Wave Leisure LLC Lewes Leisure Centre, Mountfield Road BN7 2XG 01273 486000 DLC Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, Seaford BN25 4QW 01323 490011 SHP Seaford Head Pool, Sutton Avenue BN25 4LX 01323 897632 PLC Peacehaven Leisure Centre, Greenwich Way BN10 8BB 01273 588858 SSFC Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre, Newhaven BN9 9PN 01273 512498 NSH Shakespeare Hall, Fort Road, Newhaven BN9 9DL 01273 510784 NSSC Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club, Seaford
Please note: ‘Meet the Instructor’ or ‘Gym Introductions’ relate to the sessions within the same box in the table.
Event Venue Date Time Cost Gym introduction SSFC Mondays 9-9.30am Free Seniors’ Gym Class SSFC Mondays 9.30-10.30am £1 # Meet the Instructor SSFC Mondays 10.30-11am Free Seniors’ Exercise Class DLC Mondays 10-11am £1 # Meet the Instructor DLC Mondays 11-11.30am Free Senior Badminton Drop-in DLC Mondays 10am-12pm £1 # Senior Swim LLC Mondays 10am-12pm £1 # Aqua Aerobics SHP Mondays 7-8pm £1 # Chair Based Exercises DLC Mondays 2-3pm £1 # Meet the Instructor LLC Tuesdays 8.30-9am Free Seniors’ Exercise Class LLC Tuesdays 9-10am £1 # Meet the instructor PLC Tuesdays 9.30-10am Free Seniors’ Exercise Class PLC Tuesdays 10-11am £1 # Healthy Walks LLC Tuesdays 10-11am £1 # Strength and Balance NSH Tuesdays 11am-12pm £1 # Meet the instructor NSH Tuesdays 12-12.30pm Free Strength and Balance LLC Tuesdays 1-2pm £1 # Meet the Walking Football Coach
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60+ Swim SHP Wednesdays 5-6pm £1 # Tap Dance NSH Wednesdays 6.30-7.30pm £1 # Gym introduction SSFC Thursdays 9-9.30am Free Senior Gym Class SSFC Thursdays 9.30-10.30am £1 # Meet the Instructor SSFC Thursdays 10.30-11am Free Pickle Ball New Racket Course
DLC Thursdays 10am-12pm £1 #
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Meet the Walkers DLC Thursdays 11.30-12pm Free Senior Tai Chi DLC Thursdays 11.30-
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Strength and Balance DLC Thursdays 1.30-2.30pm £1 #
Meet the Instructor DLC Thursdays 2.30-3pm Free Aqua Circuits SHP Thursdays 6.30-7.30pm £1 # Gentle Waves PLC Fridays 9.30-10am £1 #
# On presentation of an OPD booklet
Rother – Freedom Leisure BLC Bexhill Leisure Centre, Down Road TN39 4HS 01424 731171 BP Bexhill Pool, Ravenside Retail Park TN40 2JS 01424 731508 RSC Rye Sports Centre, The Grove, Rye TN31 7ND 01797 224747
Event Venue Date Time Cost Active plus Short Tennis BLC Mondays 8.30-10am £1 Water Therapy RSC Tuesdays 1.30-2pm £1 # Active plus Badminton BLC Tuesdays 2-3.30pm £1 Aerobics BLC Wednesdays 9-10am £1 Pilates BLC Wednesdays 10-11am £1 Tai Chi RSC Wednesdays 12.30-1.30pm £1 *# Water Therapy RSC Wednesdays 1.45-2.15pm £1 # Active plus Short Tennis BLC Thursdays 8.30-10am £1 Pilates BLC Thursdays 10-11am £1 Active plus Badminton BLC Fridays 2-3.30pm £1
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Gym introduction DLC Fridays 9.30-10am Free Seniors’ Gym Class DLC Fridays 10-11am £1 # Meet the instructor DLC Fridays 11-11.30am Free Senior Badminton Drop-in DLC Fridays 10-12pm £1 # Zumba Gold DLC Fridays 2-3pm £1 # 60+ Swim SHP Fridays 3.15-4.45pm £1 # 60+ Swim SHP Saturdays 9-10am £1 #
# On presentation of an OPD booklet
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Wealden – Freedom Leisure ULC Uckfield Leisure Centre, Downsview Crescent TN22 1UB 01825 761160 HLC Hailsham Leisure Centre, Vicarage Lane BN27 2AX 01323 846755 CLC Crowborough Leisure Centre, Eridge Road TN6 2TN 01892 665488
Event Venue Date Time Cost Freedom circuit plus ULC Mon 26 Sept 10-11am £1 # Active Plus Aerobics ULC Tues 27 Sept 2-3pm £1 # Indoor cycle plus ULC Weds 28 Sept 2-2.45pm £1 *# Aqua Rehab ULC Thurs 29 Sept 3-3.45pm £1 # Walking Football ULC Thurs 29 Sept 5.30-6.30pm £1 # Line Dancing HLC Mondays 1.30-2.45pm £1 # U3a Circuits HLC Mondays 3-4pm £1 # Active Plus Cycling HLC Wednesdays 1-1.45pm £1 # New age kurling HLC Wednesdays 1-2pm £1 # Bowling and table tennis HLC Wednesdays 2-4pm £1 # Active Plus Swimming HLC Thursdays 9-11am £1 # Active Plus Hoopaholics HLC Fridays 10.30-11.25 £1 # Active Plus Supple Strength HLC Fridays 10.30-11.25am £1 # Falls Prevention HLC Fridays 11.45-12.45pm £1 #
* Places can be booked over the phone on 01825 761160 or done in person at reception # On presentation of an OPD booklet
As well as calling the centres, you can get more information by visiting their websites:
For Lewes District (Wave Leisure): www.waveleisure.co.uk For Rother, Wealden & Hastings (Freedom Leisure): www.freedomleisure.co.uk
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Table Tennis Rother’s Older Persons’ Open Session Thursday 29 September, from 7-9.30pm, at Claverham Community College, North Trade Road, Battle, East Sussex. TN33 0HT Play table tennis and meet new people, whilst keeping healthy and active. Cost: £1.50. Transport: Free parking. Contact: Kevin Haffenden 07803138881 or email [email protected]
Ticehurst Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Friday 30 September, from 10.30-11am, meet in Pickford Lane car park, Ticehurst, TN5 7AS Enjoy a gentle walk of half an hour in Ticehurst in the company of others. Optional cafe after the walk. Wheelchair friendly routes available. Cost: FREE. Transport: Free parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
Active Rother’s Exercise & Movement Sessions for Older People’s Day Friday 30 September, from 2-3pm, at The Orangery, Buxton Drive, Sidley, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN39 4BD Sing-along through our gentle exercises and play games like mini-bowls. Suitable for beginners, those less mobile and those needing seated exercises. Please arrive 5 minutes early. Cost: £3. Transport: Parking available. Contact: Lauren Hunnisett or Adrian Gaylon Rother District Council 01424 787583 [email protected] / [email protected]
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Full of Life event with Wealden Senior Citizens Saturday 1 October, from 10am-12.45pm, at Hailsham Community Hall, behind Wealden District Council Offices, Vicarage Lane, Hailsham, BN27 2 AX Browse our stands of information for older people and their carers, listen to talks on healthy lifestyles and pick up a free voucher to attend an activity. Cost: FREE (FREE refreshment throughout the morning). Transport: Free parking opposite. Contact: Jane Clark, 01892 655050 or [email protected]
Active Hastings coffee morning Tuesday 4 October, from 9.15am-12.30pm, at St Mary in the Castle, 7 Pelham Crescent, Hastings TN34 3AF Gather information about what’s happening in your local area and enjoy an optional free dance class 10.30-11.30am (no partner required). Pilates session at 9.30- 10.20am and Tai Chi Qigong at 11.30am-12.30pm. Cost: FREE coffee morning, Pilates session £2.00, Tai Chi Qigong session £2.50. Transport: Pay and display car park nearby. Good bus access. Contact: Sarah at Active Hastings 01424 451051.
Meridian Forum Information and Networking Fair Tuesday 4 October, from 10am-12.30pm, at Hillcrest Community Centre Main Hall, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven, BN9 9LH Come and see the groups and clubs of the Meridian area and sign up for something new! Taster sessions in chair-based exercises, foot care, health trainers and more. Cost: FREE (Tea, coffee and snacks available to buy in the café. Lunches from 12.30) Transport: Bus 12 Eastbourne and Brighton route to Lower Place, Newhaven or Newhaven Town bus circuit. Then a 5 minute walk via Meeching Road to the Hillcrest Centre. Or contact CTLA 01273 517332 for door to door service. Contact: Kate Davies on 01273 516207. Email [email protected]
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Musical Matinee Club with De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill Dementia Action Alliance and Rother District Council Tuesday 4 October, from 1.30-4.30pm, at De La Warr Pavilion, Marina, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1DP A relaxed, interactive screening of Singin’ In The Rain with props and prompts to bring the action to life! Specifically designed for people who may benefit from a more informal environment, specifically those living with dementia and/or disabilities. Cost: £3.50, includes refreshments. Carers free. Please advise if disabled access required when booking. Booking & Information 01424 229 111. Transport: Rother District Council Car park, disabled parking bays available. Pay and Display 3 hours £3.00.
Age UK East Sussex’s Polegate OPD event Tuesday 4 October, from 2-4pm, at Polegate Community Centre, 54 Windsor Way, Polegate, BN26 6QF Gather health information and guidance from local practitioners and health trainers, enjoy healthy snacks and refreshments, and try out New Age Kurling, table tennis, chair-based exercises and dancercise. Free drinks and healthy snacks. Cost: £1. Transport: Free onsite parking. Contact: Charles Sheldon on 01273 476704 or 07850 987 149 or email [email protected]
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Age UK East Sussex’s Rye Older People’s Day event Wednesday 5 October, from 10-12pm, at 1st Rye Scouts Centre, The Grove, Rye, TN31 7ND Gather health information and guidance from local practitioners and health trainers, enjoy healthy snacks and refreshments, and try out New Age Kurling, table tennis, chair-based exercises and and dancercise. Free refreshments. Cost: £1. Transport: Free onsite parking, and very near to train station. Contact: Michele on 01403 226193 or email: [email protected]
Seafront walk with Eastbourne Health Champions Wednesday 5 October, from 10.30am-12.30pm, at Beach Deck Café, Royal Parade, Eastbourne BN22 7AE Enjoy a coffee, followed by a friendly seafront walk, meet others with an interest in walking and plan future walking events. Refreshments available to buy. Cost: FREE Transport: Free street parking. On bus routes. Contact: [email protected] or 01323 735100.
Musical Afternoon and Cream Tea with the TN22 Club and Engage South East Wednesday 5 October, from 1.30-3.30pm, at Hadlow Down village hall, Hut Lane, Hadlow Down, East Sussex, TN22 4HJ Come and join the TN22 club for an afternoon of music, musical games and a cream tea, and find out what the club has to offer. Cost: £1.50 (usual cost of the club is £6). Transport: We may be able to offer transport with our volunteer drivers, if we have capacity, please phone Suzanne for more information. Free parking onsite. Contact: Suzanne Hammond on 01435 661054 or [email protected]
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Hearth and Home with The Keep Thursday 6 October, from 5.30-6.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Brighton, BN19BP (sat nav BN1 9PU) Using accounts relating to Stanmer House, this talk explores the sources of Sussex building materials, both imported and local. Cost: £3 (Booking is recommended as numbers are limited. To book please call 01273 482349 or visit our website, www.thekeep.info/events). Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected], 01273 482349.
Lewes Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Friday 7 October, from 10-11am, meet outside the Needlemakers, West Street, Lewes BN7 2NZ Enjoy a short gentle walk in and around Lewes in the company of others. Café available at the end. Cost: FREE. Transport: Car parks available nearby. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
The Lady In The Van – film screening with the Meridian Mature Citizens Forum Friday 7 October, 2-5pm, at Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven, BN9 9LH Enjoy this popular film, Cert 12A, 1hr 44mins with intermission for tea, cake and a chat. Cost: £3 (Phone Kate Davies 01273 516207 or email [email protected]). Transport: Free parking onsite.
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Sussex Community Development Association’s 3rd Age Olympics Friday 7 October, from 2.30-4.30pm, at Meridian Centre, Meridian Way, Peacehaven, East Sussex, BN10 8BB A fun, relaxed event with ‘sports day’ games. Join in and socialise with others. Refreshments provided. Cost: FREE (book a place by emailing [email protected] or phoning 01273519102). Transport: Free parking.
Pevensey Bay Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Monday 10 October, from 9.45-10.30am, meet outside the library, Richmond Road, Pevensey Bay, BN24 6AU Enjoy a gentle 30-45 minutes walk in Pevensey Bay in the company of others. Café available at the end. Cost: FREE. Transport: Free roadside parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
Forever Fit Taster Session with Eastbourne Leisure Trust Monday 10 October, from 1-3.30pm, at The Sovereign Centre, Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7LQ Stay active, meet new friends and feel great with a weekly session for over 60s in the gym, swimming pool or on the courts. Café in the building. Cost: £1. Transport: £1 parking onsite. Eastbourne Loop or Wave buses stop outside the door Contact: Contact: Sovereign Centre Reception 0845 267 1200 or http://www.eastbourneleisurecentres.com/sovereign_centre/Forever-Fit
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Tour of The Keep Tuesday 11 October, 10.30-11am & 2-2.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Brighton BN19BP (sat nav BN1 9PU) Join us for a tour of The Keep, the new, world class centre for archives, and find out more about how we preserve and document the past. Cost: FREE (Booking is recommended as numbers are limited. To book please call 01273 482349 or visit our website, www.thekeep.info/events). Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected], 01273 482349.
Walking Football with Age UK East Sussex Tuesday 11 October, 10.45-11.30am, at Bexhill Leisure Centre, Down Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN39 4HS Wish you could still play football, but find the game too fast? Walking football is a great way to keep fit! Cost: FREE Transport: Free parking. Contact: Charles Sheldon on 01273 476704 or 07850 987 149 or email [email protected]
Aqua Splash Taster Session with Eastbourne Leisure Trust Tuesday 11 October, 11-11.30am, at The Sovereign Centre, Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7LQ Take part in our full body water workout in our shallow training pool. Suitable for non-swimmers and those unsure of deep water. Café in the building. Cost: £1 (book at reception). Transport: £1 parking onsite. Eastbourne Loop or Wave buses stop outside the door Contact: Sovereign Centre Reception 0845 267 1200 or http://www.eastbourneleisurecentres.com/sovereign_centre/CLASS_Senior
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Hampden Park Walk with Eastbourne Health Champions Wednesday 12 October, 10.30am-12pm, at Hampden Park, Eastbourne BN22 9QR Enjoy a coffee, some local history and a leisurely walk around the park with a friendly group of people. Meet at the Lakeside Cafe. Cost: FREE (book through Sue Dunkley 01323 735100 [email protected]). Transport: 5 minute walk from Hampden Park Station. Free parking. Contact: [email protected] or 01323 735100
Meridian Mature Citizens Forum Village Event Wednesday 12 October, 2-4pm, at The Village Hall, Piddinghoe, BN9 9AS Join local town crier, Peter, for a ‘Town Criers and Bellmen Past and Present’ talk. Weather permitting, we will meet outside the village church beforehand to be called together. Free tea and cake. Cost: FREE (book through Kate at 01273 516207 or [email protected]) Transport: Free parking is available. Public transport is limited. Contact CTLA (01273 517332) for door-to-door transport.
Lewes District Seniors’ Forum 10th Birthday Party Wednesday 12 October, 2.30pm, at St Thomas’s Hall, Cliffe High Street, Lewes BN7 2AW An afternoon of information, tea and cakes, as we celebrate the Forum’s first ten years. All welcome. Cost: FREE (large groups please book). Transport: Bus stops by Waitrose (short walk along pedestrian precinct/Cliffe High Street). Lewes station less than a mile away; pay & display car parks nearby. Contact: Richard Partridge [email protected] or phone 07761 807969.
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Eastbourne Leisure Trust’s Senior Swim Taster Session Thursday 13 October, 9-10.30am, at Motcombe Pool, Motcombe Road, Old Town, Eastbourne BN21 1PU Enjoy a gentle swim and chat with other older people. Cost: £1. Transport: On street parking nearby. Contact: Motcombe Pool Reception 01323 410748 or visit the website to send a web enquiry form.
LGBT Older People’s Day event with Age UK East Sussex Thursday 13 October, 10am-12pm, at The ‘Y’ Centre, St Paul’s Road, St Leonards-On-Sea TN37 6RS Gather information and guidance from local practitioners and health trainers, enjoy healthy snacks and refreshments, and try out New Age Kurling, table tennis, chair- based exercises or dancercise. Cost: £1. Transport: Free onsite parking. Easy access on the 21A, 20A, 20, 22c and 22 buses. Contact: Charles Sheldon on 01273 476704 or 07850 987 149. or email: [email protected]
Aqua Splash Taster Session with Eastbourne Leisure Trust Thursday 13 October, 11.45-12.15pm, at The Sovereign Centre, Royal Parade, Eastbourne BN22 7LQ Aqua Splash uses aqua aerobics to create a full body and cardio work out. This class takes place in our shallow training pool, so is available to non-swimmers or those unsure of deep water. Café in the building. Cost: £1 (book at reception). Transport: £1 parking onsite. Eastbourne Loop or Wave buses stop outside the door Contact: Sovereign Centre Reception 0845 267 1200 or http://www.eastbourneleisurecentres.com/sovereign_centre/CLASS_Senior
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Ore Taster Health Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Saturday 15 October, 10.30-11.30 am, meet outside the Pepperpot Cafe at Ore Community Centre, 455 Old London Road, TN35 5BH Enjoy a gentle walk in and around Ore in the company of others. Café available at the end. Cost: FREE Transport: Free car parking. Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559, [email protected]
Vitality Villages Taste of Vitality Coffee Morning Monday 17 October, from 10am-2pm, at Health Centre, Hailsham Road, Herstmonceaux, BN27 4JX Try out activities, socialise and enjoy a free lunch (soup and roll). Cost: FREE. Transport: Free parking on site. Contact: Bea Simmons on 01323 833535 / [email protected]
A Song and Dance with Rother Seniors’ Forum Monday 17 October, from 1-4.45pm, at St Peters Community Centre, Church Road, Old Town, Bexhill, TN40 2HE Enjoy an afternoon of tea and cake with a sing-song and and a display of belly dancing. Cost: £5. Transport: Manor Barn car park and street parking for free. Contact: Ron, [email protected] or 01424 870801.
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Sunset Serenade with Rye & District Dementia Alliance Saturday 22 October, from 7-9pm, at ARRCC, Rye Creative Centre, New Road, Rye, East Sussex, TN30 6JG Join us for musical entertainment, including from a choir living with dementia showcasing how people can still be part of a community living with dementia. Free tea and biscuits. Cost: £7.50 (book by phoning 07737350896 or emailing [email protected]). Transport: Free parking. Contact: Phone 07737350896 or email [email protected]
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Hastings & Rother U3A Showcase Monday 24 October, from 10am-12pm, at St Peters Community Centre, Church Street, Bexhill on Sea, TN40 2HE Showcasing activities available to members through U3A and local organisations. Tea and coffee available to buy. Cost: FREE. Transport: 98 and 99 stop nearby, and free parking in Manor Gardens car park. Contact: Tricia at [email protected]
Travel Club Experience for potential new members living in Lewes and the surrounding villages with CTLA Tuesday 25 October, from 1-5pm Experience your first “Travel Club” trip with Community Transport for the Lewes Area. We will take you for a scenic tour showcasing some of Sussex’s finest countryside stopping at Mid Sussex Golf Club, Ditchling for tea, cake and a little light entertainment. A wonderful opportunity to make new friends and learn more about CTLA. This trip is only for residents living in Lewes and the surrounding villages. Cost: FREE, booking is essential due to limited spaces. Contact CTLA on 01273 517332, alternatively you can email [email protected] Transport: CTLA offers a free door to door service. Collection from home is offered to those living in Lewes & the surrounding villages.
Brighton in the 1950s and 1960s with The Keep Wednesday 26 October, from 5.30-6.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Brighton BN19BP (sat nav BN1 9PU) An illustrated talk to bring back memories of Brighton in the 50s and 60s. Cost: £3 (Booking is recommended as numbers are limited. To book please call 01273 482349 or visit our website, www.thekeep.info/events). Transport: Free parking. Contact: [email protected], 01273 482349.
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touch, smell and sound.
Pop into your local library to borrow a box or find out about other services for older people 0345 6080196 eastsussex.gov.uk/reminiscence
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Pop into your local library to borrow a box or find out about other services for older people 0345 6080196 eastsussex.gov.uk/reminiscence
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Getting more copies of this booklet This booklet is available in PDF format, which you can download from our website at: www.eastsussex.gov.uk/ olderpeoplesday
If you would prefer this booklet in an alternative format or language please phone us on 01273 481565.
East Sussex County Council County Hall St Anne’s Crescent Lewes BN7 1UE Phone: 0345 60 80 190 Fax: 01273 481261 Website: eastsussex.gov.uk/contactus
Seniors’ Forums contact details Eastbourne Seniors Forum Steve Thornett Phone: 01323 479846 Email: [email protected]
Hastings & St Leonards Seniors’ Forum Pam Brown OBE Phone: 01424 424693 Email: [email protected]
Hastings Older People’s Ethnic Group (HOPE G) Julia Wells Phone: 07511 248278 Email: [email protected]
Lewes District Seniors’ Forum Richard Partridge Phone: 07761 807969 Email: [email protected]
Meridian Mature Citizens Forum Kate Davies Phone: 01273 516207 Email: [email protected]
Rother Seniors Ron Sunderland Phone: 01424 870801 Email: [email protected]
Seaford Seniors’ Forum Roy Neeve Phone: 01323 490958 Email: [email protected]
Wealden Senior Citizens’ Partnership Jane Clark Phone: 01892 655050 Email: [email protected]
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For more information about East Sussex Seniors’ Association (ESSA) and seniors’ forums, visit www.essaforums.org.uk or contact Kate Davies on 01273 516207 or email: [email protected]
