Transport: Church is located within short walk of Crowborough town centre. Parking available at the church hall and near
Events Programme September to October 2015
Celebrating Older People’s Day
Introduction
Welcome to the Events Programme for Older People’s Day 2015 Introduction by Kate Davies, Chair of East Sussex Seniors’ Association (ESSA) This is the 8th year of running a programme of events to mark and celebrate Older People’s Day in East Sussex – and each year it gets bigger and better! Our theme this year is ‘Full of Life’ and you will find many opportunities and ideas for enjoying life to the full in this booklet. You may want to have a go at something new, like walking football, or virtual cycling. We also have information and health fairs, history talks, lots of walks, cooking demos, singing, dancing, films and much more. Most events are FREE to attend, and often include complimentary refreshments. There are FREE taster sessions and open days – and many of the county’s leisure centres are running a special offer of just £1 on some of their sessions. See the middle section for details. All the events you can go along to on your own, take a friend or, if you belong to a club or group, come together, but do check about booking ahead. If you need help with transport, contact your local community transport group – details opposite, on page 3. Although this booklet lists events taking place in September and October, many of the organisations featured in these pages hold regular activities and events all year round. So if you see something that interests you, but you can’t make that date, then please do use the ‘Contact’ information to call the organisation and find out about any other activities it may be organising. We are always looking to see how we can improve the programme, so if you go to an event that has feedback forms, please do consider filling one in. We really value hearing about what you liked and any ideas for future activities. 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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Information Events are listed in date order (apart from the leisure centres pages 15-18). 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.
Crowborough
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Uckfield
Battle
LEWES Lewes
Peacehaven Newhaven Seaford
Rye
Bexhill
HASTINGS
EASTBOURNE
Disabled access available at venue
Hearing loop available
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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September
HASTINGS
‘Life’s Support’ with Hastings & St Leonards Seniors’ Forum (Health & Social Care Group) Friday 4 September, from 10am-12.30pm, at the Town Hall, Queen’s Road, Hastings, TN34 1QR
This is an event about the ‘Health and Wellbeing’ of Hastings. We’ll have presentations and information stalls from a variety of organisations, including ‘Supporting People’, ‘Healthwatch’ and ‘Active Hastings’, plus refreshments and light entertainment. Do join us to help make our town a healthier, happier place. Cost: FREE – no need to book, just come along Transport: Pay & display car parks very nearby (Priory Street multi-storey and Cornwallis Street). Buses (visit 1066online), Hastings station approx. 5 mins walk. Contact: Duncan on 01424 752400 or email:
[email protected]
ROTHER
Sunset Serenade with Rye & District Dementia Action Alliance
Friday 4 September, from 7-9pm, at The Theatre at the Rye Creative Centre, New Road, Rye, TN31 7LS Come and enjoy an evening of song with different performers - including the fabulous Sunset Singers Choir – all sure to surprise and delight in equal measure. The event is open to all but we especially welcome those who are living with dementia, or care for someone living with dementia. Cost: £7.50, ticket includes a free tea or coffee. Advance booking is essential. Transport: Plenty of parking on site; Rye station approx. 10 mins walk; Freda Gardham School bus stop just by the centre. Contact: Colin Stack on 07984 599608 or email
[email protected]
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September
ROTHER
Special screening of The Wizard of Oz with The Musical Matinee Club
Tuesday 15 September, from 1.30-4pm (film starts at 2pm), at the De La Warr Pavilion, Marina, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 1DP A relaxed screening of this well-loved classic. Sing along to your favourites, plus we have some special additional fun to bring the screen action to life!
Presented in partnership with Bexhill Dementia Action Alliance, De La Warr Pavilion and Rother District Council. We especially welcome those living with and caring for people living with dementia. Cost: FREE (including tea, coffee & biscuits) booking recommended. Transport: Pay & display car park onsite. Station approx. 10 min walk. Contact: To book, call: 01424 229 111. For info. contact: Ashley McCormick on 01424 229 103 or email:
[email protected]
WEALDEN
Beetle Drive with Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) Darby and Joan Club Thursday 17 September, from 1-3pm, at the United Church, Croft Road, Crowborough, TN6 1HA
We are a monthly club for anyone over 60, offering lunch and a variety of entertainment in a friendly environment. This month’s beetle drive will be an opportunity to meet some of our 60 members and to share a fun afternoon with a sandwich luncheon and delicious cakes. Cost: Lunch is £2, raffle £1, and entertainment is FREE Transport: Church is located within short walk of Crowborough town centre. Parking available at the church hall and nearby streets. A Brighton & Hove No. 28 bus stops outside the church. Contact: Sheila Barnard on 01892 653024
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September
LEWES
3rd International Soup Festival with Diversity Lewes Sunday 20 September, from 12 noon to 3pm, at the All Saints Centre, Friars Walk, Lewes, BN7 2LE
We’ll have several ‘food-themed’ activities, plus recipes to take home and a demonstration of ethnic cooking techniques by the community chef. Try soups for free and, if you want, stay and eat a bowl of your favourite (£2-£4). Plus children’s puppet shows and World music. Cost: FREE to attend Transport: Bus stops, trains and pay & display car parks (£1.60 for 2 hrs) all nearby. Contact: Tony on 01273475579 or email:
[email protected]
WEALDEN
‘A Taste of Vitality’ with Vitality Villages
Monday 21 September, from 10am-2pm, at Herstmonceux Integrative Health Centre, Hailsham Road, Herstmonceux, BN27 4JX Come and have a go at a range of activities including arts, crafts and music. Get health advice and suggestions from a range of health practitioners. Sample tasty, healthy treats and get advice on diet and healthy eating and living. Cost: FREE – no booking required (£1 donation towards refreshments) Transport: Limited parking at the Health Centre but additional parking available at the Sundial in Herstmonceux Village Centre with a free shuttle bus. Contact: Bea Simmons on 01323 833535 or email:
[email protected] Thursday 24 September, 10am-2pm at The Azur, Marina Pavilion, TN38 0BD Enjoy a day of activities to enhance your wellbeing. Try taster sessions of yoga, hand massage and other complimentary therapy sessions. Come and pamper yourself! Cost: FREE (including light lunch) – but booking essential as places are limited. Transport: Venue served by No. 98 & 99 buses; car park near by. Contact: Enakshi Folwell on 07925 787581
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Health & Wellbeing Day with HOPE G
September
LEWES
Walk For All with Lewes District Council & the Community Rail Partnership
Thursday 24 September, from 11am (for approx. 2 hrs inc. break). Starting point: Lewes Railway Station, Station Road, Lewes, BN7 2UP A pleasant 2.6 mile countryside stroll, with friendly company, along an accessible route to Spring Barn Farm where we will stop for coffee and cake before returning to the start. Wheelchair and scooter users very welcome. If you require a wheelchair and/or a pusher to enable you to participate, please contact Sue Dunkley. Cost: FREE – no need to book, just turn up (but pay for own refreshments). Transport: Pay & display car parks at the station or Mountfield Road, buses nearby. Contact: Sue Dunkley on 01273 471600 or email:
[email protected]
LEWES
Open Day special ‘Keep Eating: explore & celebrate food through the ages’ with The Keep Saturday 26 September, from 10am-3pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Falmer, near Brighton, BN1 9BP
A day of activities for adults and families celebrating food in Sussex as illustrated by the archive collections at The Keep. Activities will include tours of the building, talks and workshops. Vending machines available for drinks/snacks. Cost: FREE (check website for booking details nearer the time: www.thekeep.info) Transport: Bus No. 28 from Brighton / Lewes stops nearby; Falmer station is approx. 15 mins walk away; onsite car park (pay & display). Contact: The Keep on 01273 482349 or email:
[email protected]
HASTINGS
Walking Football with Active Hastings
Monday 28 September, from 6-7pm, at Alexandra Park, Hastings If you love playing football but can’t keep up with the demanding physical side of the game but still want to play, walking football is for you. Just turn up on the day.
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Cost: £1 Transport: Hastings station approx. 10 mins walk; free parking in nearby roads; bus stops by Alexandra Park. Contact: Alan Foster, 01424 451635
[email protected]
September
Monday 28 September, from 10.30am-2.30pm, at Sidley Community Centre, 121 Ninfield Road, Sidley, TN39 5BD Come along and get involved in fun activity sessions, make new friends and receive general information on health and well-being.
ROTHER
Healthy Living Club with Age UK
Cost: £1 Transport: There is good free parking at the venue and the 98 bus stops nearby. Contact: Su Reece on 01273 476 704 / 07850 987148 or
[email protected] Monday 28 September, from 1.15pm-4.30pm, at Bexhill Library, Western Road, Bexhill, TN40 1DY
A chance to mix and chat with others. We’ll have a chair exercise session, and Julian Porter (Bexhill Museum) will talk about Annie Brassey – a famous Victorian travel writer, whose tales of family voyages around the world became hugely popular.
ROTHER
Making New Friends with Rother Seniors’ Forum
Cost: £5 per person – includes buffet tea. Advance booking essential. Transport: Buses, trains and street parking nearby (be aware: some 2 hour zones). Contact: Info/booking: Ron Sunderland 01424 870801,
[email protected]
EASTBOURNE
Borough Fitness Club ‘Open Day’ with Eastbourne Borough FC Monday 28 September, from 2.30-5pm, at Eastbourne Borough Football Club, Priory Road, Langney, Eastbourne, BN23 7QH
Borough in the Community has a variety of activities going on for older people – including tai chi, bowls, and the weekly Fitness Club. Try taster sessions (Short Mat Bowls at 2.30pm or Exercise Class at 3.15pm), meet members and activity leaders, and hear specialist talks on health-related subjects. All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable clothing/ footwear. Cost: FREE to attend – light refreshments also available (donations welcome!) Transport: Eastbourne loop bus route; free parking Contact: Peter Lock on 01323 735967
[email protected] or Jo Wunsch on 01273 483832
[email protected]
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September
ROTHER
Walking Football with Age UK
Tuesday 29 September, from 9.30am-11am, at Bexhill Leisure Centre, Down Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 4HS A slow-paced version of the beautiful game aimed at the over 50s designed to help people keep an active lifestyle irrespective of age. Come and have a go, or watch! Cost: £1 Transport: Free off road parking near venue and buses stop nearby, inc. Wave 99. Contact: Su Reece on 01273 476 704/07850 987148 or email:
[email protected]
WEALDEN
Older & Active Taster Session with OA Voluntary Group Tuesday 29 September, from 1.30-2.30pm (doors open 1.15), at Groombridge Village Hall, Station Road, Groombridge, TN3 9QX
Hour-long music and movement exercise class to keep you moving. It helps maintain muscle tone, flexibility and balance – and helps prevent falls. We cater for different abilities and there’s time for chats before and after. Come and give it a try. Cost: FREE (normally £3 per session + membership fee of £3) Transport: Hourly 291 bus (arrives from East Grinstead at 1.10pm); free parking. Contact: Duncan Sanders on 01892 864580 or email:
[email protected]
HASTINGS
‘Old School’ Sports Day with Amicus Horizon & Street Games Tuesday 29 September, from 2-4pm, at Alexandra Park (near the bandstand in the lower park), Hastings
Reminiscent of an old school sports day. Bring a picnic and watch the fun. Join in with classics like egg & spoon or three-legged races; team up for a tug of war; or challenge yourself to try something new… ever fancied wrestling in a sumo suit?! Cost: FREE. Deckchairs may be available – or bring own chair or blanket Transport: Good parking available near the park; bus stops nearby. Contact: Joyce Rook on 01424 728211 or 07595777764, or email:
[email protected]
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September
Wednesday 30 September, from 10.15am-12.15pm, at The Parish Centre, 2 Christ Church Courtyard, London Road, St. Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 6GL Come along and get involved in fun activity sessions, make new friends and receive general information on health and well-being. This is a first floor venue which can be accessed by wheelchair users.
HASTINGS
Healthy Living Club with Age UK
Cost: £1 Transport: There is limited free off-road disabled parking but the venue is near Warrior Square station and a number of bus routes including the 20, 20A, 21, 21A, 22, 22A Contact: Su Reece on 01273 476 704 / 07850 987148 or email:
[email protected]
ROTHER
Table Tennis with Active Rother & Rother District Council Wednesday 30 September, from 1pm-2.30pm, at Bexhill Youth and Community Centre, 10 Station Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 1RE
Table Tennis is fun, sociable, and a good way of keeping fit. To celebrate Older People’s Day 2015, we’re having an earlier start and special rate for our regular Wednesday session. So why not give it a go? Just turn up on the day. To find out about our other activities, call us or visit our website: www.activerother.org.uk Cost: Just £1 for this session (on completing a short registration form on arrival) Transport: 5 mins walk from Bexhill Station; buses stop at Devonshire Square nearby; some street parking. Contact: Paul White, Centre Manager 01424 215455 or Adrian Gaylon at Rother District Council on 01424 787583
[email protected]
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Home Library Service Are you housebound or a carer? The free Home Library Service can visit you at home with your choice of books and audiobooks.
For more information call 0345 60 80 196
Reminiscence resources Books, games and objects for people with memory loss and their carers, family and friends are free to borrow from your local library.
For more information visit eastsussex.gov.uk/reminiscence or call 0345 60 80 196
October
Thursday 1 October, from 10am-12 noon & 2-4pm (2 sessions) at RSM Centre, Memorial Institute, North Street, Rotherfield, TN6 3LX We are a charity providing activities and support that help older people lead active, healthier and more independent lives.
WEALDEN
‘Open Day’ with Rotherfield St Martin (RSM)
Our Open Day includes taster sessions of all the activities that we offer our members – including therapist treatments, mini exercise sessions, creative workshops and music – plus a chance to meet the team. No need to book – just drop in! Cost: FREE – including light refreshments Transport: Free parking around Rotherfield village Contact: Rachael Wood, General Manager on 01892 853021 or email:
[email protected]
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The Good Life Show with Eastbourne Seniors Forum
Thursday 1 October, from 10am-4.30pm, at the Winter Gardens, Compton Street, Eastbourne, BN21 4BP A lifestyle event, with many stalls covering a wide range of interests and services, including health, fitness, clubs, legal, future care, hobbies, leisure and learning. There’ll be things to try, things to buy and a chance to chat to service providers. NEW for this year: ‘The Disability Roadshow’ – a complimentary event featuring disability and mobility aids. Cost: FREE entry (reasonably priced café serving food and drinks onsite) Transport: 15 min walk from Eastbourne Station; bus stops nearby; street parking and car parks nearby (charges apply) Contact: Steve Thornett on 01323 479846 or email:
[email protected]
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October
WEALDEN
Hailsham Healthy Walk with The Conservation Volunteers Thursday 1 October, 10.30am-11.30am. Meet at the war memorial, High Street, Hailsham, BN27 1BJ
A short gentle walk where you can enjoy the countryside and meet new people. Routes go through the many twittens in town, the Cuckoo Trail and the country park. Mostly on the flat, but some uneven terrain. Stop off at a café for a drink afterwards. We organise over 30 walking routes around the county, which all take place weekly. Do call us to find out more about the other walks we run. Cost: FREE (bring money if you’d like to stay on and go for a drink at the café) Transport: Free car parks nearby (Tesco, Freedom Leisure, Victoria Road). Contact: Paula Hubens, 07740 899559 or email:
[email protected]
HASTINGS
Craft & Hobbies Fair with Hastings & St Leonards Seniors’ Forum
Thursday 1 October, from 10.30am-2.30pm, at the Azur, Marina Pavilion, St Leonards, TN38 0BU A host of different crafts and hobbies stalls will be on display – including things to buy, and information about hobbies you might like to try. We’ll be offering a complimentary tea/coffee and light lunches will be available to buy onsite. Cost: FREE – no need to book, just come along Transport: Buses 98/99 stop outside. Pay & display car park and free street parking nearby. Contact: Ann Lowndes on 01424 439861 or email:
[email protected]
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Leisure Centre activities We all recognise how taking part in physical activities can not only bring health benefits, but also be fun, sociable, and contribute to a general sense of wellbeing. Leisure centres around the county are supporting celebrations for Older People’s Day (OPD) by offering a special ‘taster rate’ on many of their sessions, so people aged 55 or over can take advantage of this offer to try out new activities. 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) for the fortnight around OPD i.e. Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October.* All centres have disabled access, and drinks and snacks are available at most centres either from vending machines or onsite cafes. Some sessions have limited spaces: 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). *Some centres have a longer ‘special offer’ period – call your nearest centre to check details.
Hastings – Freedom Leisure SLC
Summerfields Leisure Centre, Bohemia Road TN34 1ET 01424 457691
Event Badminton for the over 60s (Taster sessions throughout Sept and Oct) Virtual indoor cycling View the Alps while cycling at your own pace. Special sessions created just for OPD!
Venue Date SLC Mondays Thursdays
Time 12.30-2.30 11am-1pm
SLC
9.35-10.20am 11.20am-12.05pm
Aquafit (Taster sessions throughout Sept and Oct)
SLC
Wednesdays 9 Sept to 28 Oct Fridays 11 Sept to 23 Oct Mondays Wednesdays
10.30-11.15am 10.45-11.30am
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Lewes – Wave Leisure LLC DLC SHP PLC SSFC NSH
Lewes Leisure Centre, Mountfield Road BN7 2XG Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, Seaford BN25 4QW Seaford Head Pool, Sutton Avenue BN25 4LX Peacehaven Leisure Centre, Greenwich Way BN10 8BB Seahaven Swim & Fitness Centre, Newhaven BN9 9PN Shakespeare Hall, Fort Road, Newhaven BN9 9DL
Event 60+ Swim Session Chair Based Exercise Gentle Waves Health Walk
Seniors Badminton
Venue LLC SHP DLC PLC NSH LLC PLC DLC DLC
Seniors Exercise Class
LLC PLC DLC
Seniors Class in the Gym
LLC SSFC DLC PLC
Seniors Open Day Including table tennis, exercise class, gym session and talk about Exercise Referral Table Tennis Club PLC Zumba Gold
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NSH
01273 486000 01323 490011 01323 897632 01273 588858 01273 512498 01273 510784
Date Mon 28 Sept Wed 30 Sept Mon 28 Sept Fri 2 Oct Fri 2 Oct Tues 29 Sept Mon 28 Sept Thurs 1 Oct Mon 28 Sept Wed 30 Sept Tues 29 Sept Tues 29 Sept Mon 28 Sept Wed 30 Sept Wed 30 Sept Thurs 1 Oct Fri 2 Oct Wed 28 Oct
Time 10am-12pm 6-7pm 2-3pm 9.30-10.30am 10-11am 10-11am 2-3pm 10.30am 10am-12pm
Wed 30 Sept
10.30am12.30pm 6.30-7.30pm
Wed 30 Sept
9-10am 10-11am 10.30-11.30am 10.30-11.30am 10-11am 9.30-10.30am 10-11am 9.30am-2.45pm
Rother – Freedom Leisure BLC BP RSC
Bexhill Leisure Centre, Down Road TN39 4HS Bexhill Pool, Ravenside Retail Park TN40 2JS Rye Sports Centre, The Grove, Rye TN31 7ND
Event Waterworks Drums Alive Aerobics Aqua Aerobics Aerobics (special rate applies throughout Sept and Oct) Badminton (special rate from 9 Sept to 23 Oct) Pilates (special rate throughout Sept and Oct) Older People’s Day 2015 Turn-up for a swim Older People’s Day 2015 Book a slot in the gym Short Tennis (special rate throughout Sept and Oct) Yoga Fitness (special rates from 8 Sept to to 27 Oct)
01424 731171 01424 731508 01797 224747
Venue Date RSC Tues 6 Oct Wed 7 Oct RSC Wed 7 Oct RSC Thurs 8 Oct BLC Wednesdays
Time 1.30-2pm 1.45-2.15pm 12.45-1.30pm 7.15-8pm 9-10am
BLC
Wednesdays Fridays
2-3.30pm 2-3.30pm
BLC
Tuesdays Wednesdays
10-11am 10-11am
BP
Thurs 1 Oct
BP
Thurs 1 Oct
11am-9.15pm (All day event) 11am-9.15pm
BLC
Mondays Thursdays
8.30-10am 8.30-10am
BLC
Tuesdays
12-1.15pm & 7-8.15pm 10.15-11.30am & 7.30-8.45pm
Fridays
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Wealden – Freedom Leisure ULC HLC CLC
Uckfield Leisure Centre, Downsview Crescent TN22 1UB Hailsham Leisure Centre, Vicarage Lane BN27 2AX Crowborough Leisure Centre, Eridge Road TN6 2TN
Event Active Plus Aerobics Aqua Fitness Plus Freedom Circuit Plus
Venue ULC ULC ULC
Indoor Cycling Plus Facilities Group Tours (tours last 45 minutes)
ULC ULC
Active Plus Swimming
HLC CLC
Aqua Rehab (Water Therapy) – call ahead to book a space
HLC CLC
Bowling and Table Tennis Line Dancing Active Plus Toning exercise class
HLC HLC HLC CLC
01825 761160 01323 846755 01892 665488
Date Tues 29 Sept Tues 29 Sept Mon 28 Sept & Thurs 1 Oct Wed 30 Sept Fri 25 Sept Fri 2 Oct
Time 2-3pm 3-3.45pm 10-11am
Thurs 8 Oct Thurs 1 & 8 Oct Wed 28 Oct Wed 30 Sept & 7 Oct Wed 21 Oct Mon 5 Oct Fri 30 Oct Mon 28 Sept & 5 Oct
9-11am 2.30-4pm
2-2.45pm Both days at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm
11am-12pm 11am-12pm 2-4pm 1.30-3pm 10.45-11.45am 2-3pm
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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October
LEWES
Dance & Tai Chi Taster Sessions with Saxon Weald Downlands Court
Thursday 1 October, from 11am-12 noon / 1.30-2pm at Downlands Court, Roundhay Avenue, Peacehaven, BN10 8TG Dance (11am, 1 hour): Gentle exercise to music to build stamina and mobility. It’s relaxed, fun and enjoyable. Please wear comfortable flat footwear, loose clothing and bring a drink. Tai Chi (1.30pm, 30 mins): During seated Tai Chi sessions we focus on relaxed, gentle movements and deep breathing. Suitable for everyone and very enjoyable. Cost: Dance taster session: £1.50; Tai Chi taster session: £2. Book in advance. Transport: Free parking at venue. Contact: Michele, scheme manager, on 01403 226193 or email:
[email protected]
LEWES
A Village Event with Meridian Mature Citizens Forum Thursday 1 October, from 2-4pm, at Piddinghoe Village Hall, Piddinghoe, BN9 9AS
A fun afternoon quiz to test your general knowledge. Tables of four, so you may be making new friends. Q1. What are the names of the people at your table?! – but we promise it will get a little trickier after that! Plus interval for tea & cakes. Cost: FREE including tea & cake – but please book in advance. Transport: Hall is a short walk from village bus stop. BEWARE, bus no. 123 from Newhaven or Lewes is infrequent. Look out for the red telephone kiosk which will signpost the way. Free parking or call Community Transport Lewes Area (CTLA) on 01273 517332 for help with door-to-door transport to / from the event. Contact: Kate Davies on 01273 516207 or email:
[email protected]
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Make sure your cigarettes are out before you go to bed More people die in fires caused by smoking than fires caused by anything else For FREE fire safety advice call:
0800 177 7069 Vulnerable members of the community may even qualify for free smoke alarms, which are supplied and fitted by the Fire and Rescue Service.
Want to stop smoking or have a smoke free home or car? We can help. Quit 51 is the stop smoking service for East Sussex. We offer FREE non-judgemental advice and support, including FREE Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), for up to 12 weeks. It’s never too late to give it a go – you might just surprise yourself. To find out more call Quit51 on 0800 622 6968, text ‘smokefree’ to 66777 or email:
[email protected]
October
HASTINGS
‘AmicusHorizon’s Got Talent’ with AmicusHorizon Thursday 1 October, from 2-4.30pm, at The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings, TN34 1JX
At AmicusHorizon we believe everyone has a talent – big or small, newly learnt or from long ago. Our residents are having fun planning a fantastic event – a mix of stage show and arts & crafts exhibition, plus afternoon tea. Come visit the stands, or reserve a seat in the audience. Cost: FREE – but please call to book, especially if you’d like to watch the show. Transport: Cheap parking opposite and easy drop-off/pick up outside. Contact: Joyce Rook on 01424 728211 or 07595777764 or email:
[email protected]
WEALDEN
Afternoon Tea Party with Saxon Weald Bentley Grange
Thursday 1 October, from 2.30pm at Bentley Grange Extra Care Scheme, Binder Lane, Hailsham, BN27 1FA Have a look round our new extra care scheme and join staff and residents as we celebrate Older People’s Day with an afternoon tea party (in our onsite restaurant). Cost: FREE entry, plus £1.20 for afternoon tea – but please book a place. Transport: Venue has some parking + disabled parking bays; large car park nearby at Freedom Leisure (connected by footpath). Contact: Collette on 01403 226185 or email:
[email protected] Friday 2 October, from 11am-12, at Ore Community Centre, 455 Old London Road, Hastings, TN35 5BG An enjoyable session involving a variety of styles. No need for a partner, all dances are suitable for individuals. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes, and bring a drink. Cost: £2 Transport: Free parking at the venue. Contact: Sarah at Active Hastings on 01424 451051.
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HASTINGS
Dance with Active Hastings
October
LEWES
Lewes Healthy Walk with The Conservation Volunteers
Friday 2 October, from 10am-11am, meet outside the Needlemakers, West Street, Lewes, BN7 2NZ. A short gentle walk of an hour with routes through town, with some hills and uneven terrain (not suitable for mobility scooters or wheelchairs). A chance to meet new people and chat, with the option to go for a drink in a café afterwards. We organise over 30 walking routes around the county, which all take place weekly. Do call us to find out more about the other walks we run. Cost: FREE – just turn up (but bring money if you’d like to go to a café afterwards). Transport: Pay & display car parks nearby. Contact: Paula Hubens on 07740 899559 or email:
[email protected]
WEALDEN
‘We’ll Meet Again’ with Wealden Senior Citizens’ Partnership
Saturday 3 October, from 10am-3pm, at Crowborough Community Centre, Pine Grove, Crowborough, TN6 1FE A fun event, informative and FREE, with music and refreshments. Browse the information stalls, enjoy hands-on demonstrations by our community chef, plus chair-based exercises and sing-a-long favourites from the 1940s. Tea/coffee and light lunch provided, also free if pre-booked. Cost: FREE – light lunch included free, but only if pre-booked (donations appreciated). Transport: Free car park. Buses to centre of Crowborough. Call CTLA community transport for door-to-door pick ups (see page 3 for details). Contact: Jane Clark on 01892 655050 or email:
[email protected] or Linda Graham on 01892 770487 or email:
[email protected]
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October
Monday 5 October, 10am-11am, meet in Gibbet Marsh car park, Udimore, Rye, TN31 7DT
A short gentle walk where you can enjoy the countryside and meet new people. Some hills and uneven terrain (NB: this walk is not suitable for mobility scooters or wheelchairs) – and option to go for a drink in the café afterwards.
ROTHER
Rye Healthy Walk with The Conservation Volunteers
We organise over 30 walking routes around the county, which all take place weekly. Do call us to find out more about the other walks we run. Cost: FREE (bring money if you’d like to go for a drink at the café). Transport: Pay & display car park. Contact: Paula Hubens on 07740 899559 or email:
[email protected]
LEWES
The Healthy Havens Fair with Meridian Mature Citizens Forum
Monday 5 October, from 11am-2pm, at the Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven, BN9 9LH Being healthy, keeping fit, having fun – come and find out how you can do all this at our Information Fair. Many organisations and societies will have stands here and we’ll have lots of FREE taster sessions in the Healthy Havens room adjacent to the main hall, including chair-based exercise, health trainers, foot care and much more. Cost: FREE (reasonably priced café for drinks, snacks & lunches). Transport: Free parking; Bus No 12 (Eastbourne / Brighton route) stops in the town centre (5-10 mins walk away). For door to door transport service call CTLA 01273 517332 (see page 3 for details). Contact: For more information or directions: Kate Davies on 01273 516207 or email:
[email protected]
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STEPS provides a free and confidential housing support service. It’s available for people aged 65 or over who live in East Sussex. Are you: • • • • •
at risk of losing your home? homeless or in temporary accommodation? finding it difficult to live independently? living in a property that is not suitable to your needs? or do you have rent or mortgage arrears or other money or debt issues? If you can say yes to any of the above then STEPS may be able to help you. STEPS can visit you at home and help you work out what support you personally need to help you keep living independently. To contact STEPS If you live in Hastings Borough or Rother: Telephone: (local rate) 0300 123 2422 Text: 07944 140 016 Email:
[email protected]
If you live in Eastbourne, Lewes District or Wealden: Telephone: 01323 436 414 Text: 07970 668 106 Email:
[email protected]
October
EASTBOURNE
Games are not just for the young! with Saxon Weald Cranbrook
Monday 5 October, from 1.30-4pm, at Cranbrook, Pembury Road, Eastbourne BN23 7FD Games for all, including scrabble, darts, pool and Boccia (similar to indoor bowls). The local school are joining in – so come along and try your skills versus the younger generation! Totally accessible building and free refreshments – hot/cold drinks and biscuits and cakes. Cost: FREE entry – but please book a place to help with catering planning. Transport: Free car parking on site. The No. 1 & 1A buses stop outside. Contact: Mandy Dockery on 01403 226195 or email:
[email protected]
HASTINGS
Dance with Active Hastings
Tuesday 6 October, from 10.30-11.30am, at St Mary in the Castle, 7 Pelham Crescent, Hastings, TN34 3AF Dance is an enjoyable session involving a variety of styles. No need for a partner, all dances are suitable for individuals. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes and bring a drink. Cost: £2 Transport: Town centre location, bus stops and pay & display car parks nearby. Contact: Sarah at Active Hastings on 01424 451051.
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October
ROTHER
Birthday Party with the Pett Older Peoples Project (POPP) Tuesday 6 October, from 10.30am-2.30pm, at Pett Village Hall, Pett Road, Pett, near Hastings, TN35 4HD
It’s been four years since the centre opened, bringing older people together. So we’re throwing a party to celebrate our achievement and the success of this voluntary community centre. Open to all people over 60 – a place to meet new friends and join in the community spirit. Cost: £5 for the day includes lunch (also includes transport for members) Transport: Ample parking with disabled bays close to the hall all one level. Contact: Sheila Thomas on 01797 225616 or Ann Nicholls on 01424 813043
HASTINGS
Over 50s Aerobics with Active Hastings
Wednesday 7 October, from 10.30-11.30am, at Robsack Community Centre, Bodiam Drive, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 9TW Join us for an aerobics class tailored for the older person. Improve your balance; keep your joints moving and your mind healthy. A great mid-week workout. Cost: £1 – no need to book. Transport: Free parking at the centre. Contact: Sarah at Active Hastings on 01424 451051.
LEWES
An Afternoon of Fun & Games with Saxon Weald Downlands Court
Wednesday 7 October, from noon onwards, at Downlands Court, Roundhay Avenue, Peacehaven, BN10 8TG Come join us for a lovely, healthy lunch followed by an afternoon of fun and games, including ping pong and quizzes. Take the chance to chat with staff, meet with residents and look around. Cost: £7.20 for lunch, tea & cake. Fun afternoon is FREE. Transport: Free parking at venue. Contact: Michele on 01403 226193 or email:
[email protected]
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October
LEWES
‘Resistance and Refuge: the story of Mac Goldsmith’ with The Keep Wednesday 7 October, from 5.30pm-6.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Falmer, near Brighton, BN1 9BP
This talk will discuss the extraordinary life of Mac Goldsmith, a Jewish automotive engineer, and his defiance against the Nazis’ racial and social oppression. The Goldsmith Papers are housed at The Keep. Cost: FREE – but please book in advance as numbers are limited. Transport: Bus No. 28 from Brighton / Lewes stops nearby; Falmer station is approx. 15 mins walk; onsite car park (pay & display). Contact: The Keep reception on 01273 482349 or email:
[email protected]. (website: www.thekeep.info).
WEALDEN
Testing those Brain Cells with Saxon Weald Margaret House
Friday 9 October, from 2-4pm, at Margaret House, Lealands Drive, Uckfield TN22 1FH Come along and test your brain cells and help prove quizzes are not just for pubs! Enjoy some friendly banter while trying to get the most answers right. Have a laugh over a cuppa and make new friends. It’s free, but please book a place. Cost: FREE including refreshments (hot & cold drinks, biscuits, cakes). Transport: FREE parking at venue. Contact: Alison Payne on 01403 226199 or email:
[email protected]
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October
LEWES
Film Screening of ‘The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ with Meridian Mature Citizens Forum Friday 9 October, from 2.30-5.30pm, at the Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven, BN9 9LH
A highly colourful, feel-good film starring Judy Dench, Maggie Smith and Richard Gere. A positive take on the opportunities in old age in an exotic somewhat fantastical environment. It sends a message that the good stuff can still happen to those who are open to it, whatever your age. Good fun! Cost: £3 – includes tea & cake. Tickets on door or in advance. Transport: Free parking; Bus: No 12 stops nearby; for door to door pick up. Contact CTLA 01273 517332 to book a place on their bus (see page 3 for details). Contact: For info or to reserve your seat call Bill Kocher 01273 515764 or email:
[email protected]
ROTHER
Special screening of Calamity Jane with The Musical Matinee Club
Tuesday 13 October, from 1.30-4pm (film starts at 2pm), at the De La Warr Pavilion, Marina, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 1DP A relaxed screening, featuring wonderful musical numbers and some special additional fun that allows you to bring the action on screen to life! We especially welcome those living with and caring for people living with dementia.
Presented in partnership with Bexhill Dementia Action Alliance, De La Warr Pavilion and Rother District Council. Cost: FREE (including tea, coffee & biscuits) booking recommended. Transport: Pay & display car park onsite. Station approx. 10 min walk. Contact: To book a place: 01424 229111. For more info: Ashley McCormick on 01424 229103 or email:
[email protected]
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October
LEWES
Brighton in the 1920s and 1930s with The Keep Thursday 15 October, from 5.30-6.30pm, at The Keep, Woollards Way, Brighton, BN1 9BP
Join us for an illustrated talk, by local historian Paul Jordan, on Brighton as an exciting and rapidly changing town during the interwar years. Explore such delights as the subterranean ballroom and night club in the Kings Road Arches, dancing at Sherry’s, the Black Rock lido and more. (Vending machines available for drinks/ snacks.) Cost: FREE – but please book in advance as numbers are limited. Transport: Bus No. 28 from Brighton / Lewes stops nearby; Falmer station is approx. 15 mins walk away; onsite car park (pay & display). Contact: The Keep reception on 01273 482349 or email:
[email protected]. (website: www.thekeep.info).
HASTINGS
Untold Stories: Life Story Workshop – Celebrating UK Older People’s Day and Black History Month with East Sussex Black & Minority Ethnic (BME) Health and Social Care Forum
Saturday 17 October, 11am-4pm, at the Hastings Museum and Art Gallery, Johns Place, Bohemia Road, Hastings, TN34 1ET A life story workshop focusing on the interaction between older and younger BME generations. Participants will learn about each other through sharing their personal stories and life experiences, and produce a piece of creative work inspired by the older person’s stories and presented to them to take home. Cost: The workshop is FREE, but places are limited so booking is essential. Light lunch and drinks included. Transport: Parking available outside the museum. Contact: Cesar Da Luz on 01273481922 or email:
[email protected]
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October
LEWES
Cream Tea with Lewes Seniors’ Forum
Wednesday 21 October, from 3-5pm, at St Thomas’s Hall, Cliffe High Street, Lewes, NB7 2AH Enjoy a traditional Cream Tea with quality scones and cakes and lots of tea to wash it down. Delicious – and FREE! We’ll also have information available on a wide variety of topics, but first and foremost, this is a social event – so please feel free to just come along to meet people and enjoy the tea! Cost: FREE 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 on 07761 807 969 or email:
[email protected]
EASTBOURNE
Untold Stories: Life Story Workshop – Celebrating UK Older People’s Day and Black History Month with East Sussex Black & Minority Ethnic (BME) Health and Social Care Forum
Saturday 24 October, from 11am-4pm, at the Towner Gallery, Devonshire Park, College Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4JJ A life story workshop focusing on the interaction between older and younger BME generations. Participants will learn about each other through sharing their personal stories and life experiences, and produce a piece of creative work inspired by the older person’s stories and presented to them to take home. Cost: The workshop is FREE, but places are limited so booking is essential. Light lunch and drinks included. Transport: Pay & display car park; 10 min walk from station. For more travel information contact: 01323 434670 / www.townereastbourne.org.uk Contact: Cesar Da Luz on 01273481922 or email:
[email protected]
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October
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‘Activities Day’ with Hastings & Rother University of the Third Age (U3A)
Monday 26 October, from 10am-12 noon, at St. Peter’s Community Centre, Church Street, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 2HE No longer in full-time employment or raising a family? Now is the time to make the most of life! The U3A provides opportunities for learning, sharing skills, broadening interests and socialising. Our Activity Day showcases some of these many, varied activities – over 60 in all. There is no need to book, just come along. Cost: FREE entry. (Tea & coffee 70p) Transport: Buses: 98 and 99 stop at Manor Gardens (a short walk away). Free parking at Manor Gardens car park and nearby streets. Contact: Tricia Jobling on 01424 842482 or email:
[email protected]
LEWES
Fit for Life with Seaford Seniors’ Forum
Tuesday 27 October, from 10am-4pm, at the Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, Seaford, BN25 4QW Discover the many leisure activities going on in the Seaford area. We’ll have stalls from a variety of clubs, societies, hobby and special interest groups (over 30 in all) plus a series of demonstrations from groups that regularly meet at the Downs Leisure Centre. There’s a café at the venue and a FREE ploughman’s lunch will be available. Cost: FREE Transport: Bus stop for Route 12 nearby (Sutton Corner). Free parking at the venue and surrounding roads. Contact: Lesley Pridmore on 01323 893801 or email:
[email protected]
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Seniors’ Forums contact details Eastbourne Seniors Forum
Meridian Mature Citizens Forum
Hastings & St Leonards Seniors’ Forum
Rother Seniors
Hastings Older People’s Ethnic Group (HOPE G)
Seaford Seniors’ Forum
Steve Thornett Phone: 01323 479846 Email:
[email protected] Pam Brown OBE Phone: 01424 424693 Email:
[email protected]
Julia Wells Phone: 07511 248278 Email:
[email protected]
Lewes District Seniors’ Forum
Richard Partridge Phone: 07761 807969 Email:
[email protected]
Kate Davies Phone: 01273 516207 Email:
[email protected]
Ron Sunderland Phone: 01424 870801 Email:
[email protected] Lesley Pridmore Phone: 01323 893801 Email:
[email protected]
Wealden Senior Citizens’ Partnership Jane Clark Phone: 01892 655050 Email:
[email protected]
For more information about East Sussex Seniors’ Association (ESSA) and seniors’ forums, visit www.essaforums.org.uk or contact June Pratley on 01273 335467 or email:
[email protected] 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. July 2015 14-15 791
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
