Welcome

Step back into Eastbourne’s past and take a look at life from the 1800s through to the present day illustrated by maps, pictures and artefacts.

The Eastbourne Heritage Centre, once known as Park Cottage, is a fine example of Victorian architecture and was the home of the manager of the Devonshire Baths which adjoined Park Cottage. Dedicated volunteers and historians fought for its preservation.

Today it is run by the Eastbourne Society.

The Centre is now open. The shop offers merchandise relevant to the heritage of Eastbourne, with a comprehensive range of books, gifts and postcards.

The ground floor display area focuses on the birth of Eastbourne and the arrival of the railway. The main display of heritage items continues on the first floor.

On the lower ground floor you will find a plush audio visual room showing films about Eastbourne and decorated in Victorian style.


SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS IN THE 2012 WINTER SEASON

Crime, Punishment and Local Justice.

An exhibition celebrating the 650th anniversary of Justice of the Peace.

This presentation is continuing through the Winter season, and can been seen on our opening days -
Mondays and Thursdays weekly, 2pm - 4pm.


Entry to special exhibitions is included in the admission charge to the Heritage Centre


 

CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE HERITAGE CENTRE WEBSITE