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Hastings Pride in Place First Stage Consultation Analysis – we want your feedback
The Hastings Neighbourhood Board has just released its formal submission to Government following the consultation that took place earlier this year. Having read it, these are our initial thoughts and[…]
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Trial planting for Hastings town centre green connections regeneration
Here are a few of the plant species set to be tested as suitable for the new-look green Hastings town centre scheme… Chosen by Fergus Garrett of Great Dixter for[…]
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Your Town – Your BID
In 2016, businesses in Hastings Town Centre voted in favour of creating the Business Improvement District as a way of raising money to do things that the local council doesn’t[…]
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Festivals and all-day events in Hastings
With more and more festivals every year, Hastings is probably the least boring town in the UK.
Hastings Pride in Place First Stage Consultation Analysis – we want your feedback
The Hastings Neighbourhood Board has just released its formal submission to Government following the consultation that took place earlier this year. Having read it, these are our initial thoughts and[…]
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Trial planting for Hastings town centre green connections regeneration
Here are a few of the plant species set to be tested as suitable for the new-look green Hastings town centre scheme… Chosen by Fergus Garrett of Great Dixter for[…]
Read more
Your Town – Your BID
In 2016, businesses in Hastings Town Centre voted in favour of creating the Business Improvement District as a way of raising money to do things that the local council doesn’t[…]
Read more
Neighbourhood Plan – spending ideas
With £20million available to Hastings over the next ten years the government has given a long list of things people might do with the money. The town can only spend[…]
Read moreA brief history of Hastings’ sewers and future flood risks for the town centre
The following table is the current working draft of a timeline taking us from the earliest formal sewer works in Hastings up to the present day. At the time of[…]
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Placemaking made easy – should Hastings follow this guide?
With £20m to spend over the next ten years, Hastings is one of around 75 towns across the country with an opportunity to put communities in control of significant budgets[…]
Read moreHastings Local Plan
The council is updating its local plan following changes to National Planning Policy Framework. The draft new Local Plan will cover a 20 year period from 2019 – 39. Before[…]
Read more
Hastings Climate Change Strategy
Strategy Summary Introduction In July 2019, Hastings Borough Council declared a climate emergency and developed a Climate Change Strategy alongside a two-year action plan. The declaration commits the council to[…]
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Hastings Walking and Cycling Strategy 2014
Hastings Walking and Cycling Strategy Clean, Green and Safe Pedestrian/Cycle Routes in Hastings & St Leonards Aspirations Develop a Culture of Walking and Cycling: Align with Policies: Practical Interventions Infrastructure[…]
Read more
Hastings Seafront Strategy 2015
Seafront Strategy Overview Background and Context The Seafront Strategy was initially adopted in 2005 under the title “Leading From The Front,” developed by Sea Space in collaboration with Hastings Borough[…]
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Hastings Planning Strategy 2011-2028
The Hastings Planning Strategy for 2011-2028 outlines several main aspirations along with practical measures to achieve them. Here is a summary: Main Aspirations and Practical Measures Achieve and Sustain a[…]
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Hastings Heritage Strategy
This linked document is a draft Heritage Strategy for Hastings, prepared in 2017 by the Drury McPherson Partnership for Hastings Borough Council, which aims to identify and conserve the borough’s[…]
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Hastings and Rother Playing Pitch and Built Facilities Strategy2023 – 2039
Introduction, Background, and Consultation The Hastings and Rother Playing Pitch and Built Facilities Strategy 2023-2039 follows previous local strategies, notably the Rother and Hastings Playing Pitch Strategy 2016 and the[…]
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Hastings and St Leonards Housing Strategy 2016-2019
Summary of the Hastings and St Leonards Housing Strategy 2016-2019 The Hastings and St Leonards Housing Strategy for 2016-2019 focuses on addressing the housing needs within the borough, with a[…]
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Hastings Homeless Strategy 2019 – 2023
Summary of the Homelessness Strategy The Homelessness Strategy focuses on three main priorities to address homelessness and rough sleeping: reducing rough sleeping, minimizing the use of emergency accommodation, and adapting[…]
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Hastings Culture Strategy 2023-28 (draft)
The Hastings Borough Council’s Cultural Strategy 2023-2028 outlines a vision to make Hastings a leading destination for inclusive and accessible cultural activities, enhancing the town’s economy and quality of life[…]
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Shoreline Management Plan
Summary of Relevant Sections for Hastings and St Leonards from the South Foreland to Beachy Head Shoreline Management Plan (SMP) Overview The South Foreland to Beachy Head Shoreline Management Plan[…]
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Latest news from The Yard at Waterworks Road, Hastings: @robwassart Colouring in session…
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Latest news from Yates Hastings: Join us tonight for the best Karaoke you will find in town with Duggy Fresh from 9pm. Loads of amazi…
Latest update from Yates, Hastings 2024-02-27 19:15:50 Join us tonight for the best Karaoke you will find in town with Duggy Fresh from 9pm. Loads of amazing drinks deals too![…]
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Latest update from Hastings Table Flip 2024-02-27 16:02:34 [ad_1] This Friday is the magic the gathering murders at Karlov Manor sore championship 🏆 Standard format 7pm start £5 entry Prizes[…]
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Latest news from Stooge Coffee BIG NEWS! Shared Table is coming back to Stooge for weekly curry nights Starting from 13th March, K…
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Latest news from Brewing Brothers at The Imperial, Hastings: Second appointment this Friday evening with our friends @tibbsfarm , showcasing some of the best pro…
Latest update from Brewing Brothers at The Imperial Hastings 2024-02-27 11:34:32 Second appointment this Friday evening with our friends @tibbsfarm , showcasing some of the best produce from their farm.[…]
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Latest news from The Yard at Waterworks Road, Hastings: @smallbatchbabka Mother’s Day preorders now live!…
Latest update from The Yard at Waterworks Road, Hastings 2024-02-27 09:25:32 @smallbatchbabka Mother’s Day preorders now live! 💐🌷🌸🌻🌼 Instead of a pop up this year, I have decided to do[…]
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Latest news from Bat and Bee Hastings: See you back on Wednesday! 12-Late Keep an eye on our socials for up coming events…
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Latest news from Hastings Tin Tin’s: This week at TinTins: Thur 29th Feb 8pm – Karaoke with Ady ( Little Oak Entertainment Group ) F…
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Latest news from Hastings Source Park: This coming Saturday, March 2nd we do it AGAIN and welcome back Mighty Sounds for “New Roof skank” …
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Latest news from The True Crime Museum : Are you looking for something to do with your Scout Group, Language School, Class, U3A, WI, Special …
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Latest news from Barnaby’s Lounge, Hastings: What’s on this week at Barnaby’s Lounge….
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Latest update from Yates, Hastings 2024-02-25 02:31:37 If you are not here you are missing the biggest party in town once again! Open until 3am, free entry all night long![…]
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Read moreLove Hastings supports local events
The money raised from local businesses goes into many local events that pull visitors to the town every year.
Hastings Bonfire
Pirate Day
Pride
Fat Tuesday
Hastings Beatles Day
Five Mile Race
Coastal Currents
Hastings Comedy Festival
Things Love Hastings is great at
As the business improvement district, we work every day on behalf of local businesses to make Hastings a better and safer place.
A SAFER HASTINGS
Love Hastings runs ‘Business Watch’, incorporating ShopWatch and BarWatch for the daytime and night time economies. We are nationally accredited and work closely with the council and the police to keep Hastings safe for businesses and visitors alike.
THE PUBLIC REALM
From Christmas lights and planting schemes to supporting public art projects and trying to get the councils to repair roads and remove graffiti, we care about the look and feel of the town centre and doour best to make it as welcoming and inviting as possible.
EVENTS SUPPORT
The Business Improvement District puts money and time into many annual and one-off events each year – all of which bring vibrancy and colour to the town – as well as attracting thousands of extra visitors.
SUPPORTING BUSINESSES
From free or subsidised training sessions through to lobbying for funding during the COVID crisis – or simply making the town look great with Christmas lights, flowers, and freshly painted railings, the BID is on the side of local businesses.
BID News
Hastings Pride in Place First Stage Consultation Analysis – we want your feedback
The Hastings Neighbourhood Board has just released its formal submission to Government following the consultation that took place earlier this year. Having read it, these are our initial thoughts and[…]
Read more
Trial planting for Hastings town centre green connections regeneration
Here are a few of the plant species set to be tested as suitable for the new-look green Hastings town centre scheme… Chosen by Fergus Garrett of Great Dixter for[…]
Read more
Your Town – Your BID
In 2016, businesses in Hastings Town Centre voted in favour of creating the Business Improvement District as a way of raising money to do things that the local council doesn’t[…]
Read more
Neighbourhood Plan – spending ideas
With £20million available to Hastings over the next ten years the government has given a long list of things people might do with the money. The town can only spend[…]
Read moreA brief history of Hastings’ sewers and future flood risks for the town centre
The following table is the current working draft of a timeline taking us from the earliest formal sewer works in Hastings up to the present day. At the time of[…]
Read more
Placemaking made easy – should Hastings follow this guide?
With £20m to spend over the next ten years, Hastings is one of around 75 towns across the country with an opportunity to put communities in control of significant budgets[…]
Read moreHastings Local Plan
The council is updating its local plan following changes to National Planning Policy Framework. The draft new Local Plan will cover a 20 year period from 2019 – 39. Before[…]
Read more
Hastings Climate Change Strategy
Strategy Summary Introduction In July 2019, Hastings Borough Council declared a climate emergency and developed a Climate Change Strategy alongside a two-year action plan. The declaration commits the council to[…]
Read more
Hastings Walking and Cycling Strategy 2014
Hastings Walking and Cycling Strategy Clean, Green and Safe Pedestrian/Cycle Routes in Hastings & St Leonards Aspirations Develop a Culture of Walking and Cycling: Align with Policies: Practical Interventions Infrastructure[…]
Read more
Hastings Seafront Strategy 2015
Seafront Strategy Overview Background and Context The Seafront Strategy was initially adopted in 2005 under the title “Leading From The Front,” developed by Sea Space in collaboration with Hastings Borough[…]
Read more
Hastings Planning Strategy 2011-2028
The Hastings Planning Strategy for 2011-2028 outlines several main aspirations along with practical measures to achieve them. Here is a summary: Main Aspirations and Practical Measures Achieve and Sustain a[…]
Read more
Hastings Heritage Strategy
This linked document is a draft Heritage Strategy for Hastings, prepared in 2017 by the Drury McPherson Partnership for Hastings Borough Council, which aims to identify and conserve the borough’s[…]
Read moreABOUT HASTINGS
Enjoy the best hospitality and fun in the South East
With record-breaking sunshine hours, a history that speaks for itself, and scores of great places to eat, drink and shop, Hastings is a town you might never want to leave.
Getting hereSt Leonards-on-sea
To the west of the Hastings seafront, St Leonards is a bohemian area well-known for great little bars and shops.
HASTINGS TOWN CENTRE
Here is where you will find the pier, the White Rock Theatre, and tonnes of great places to shop and have fun – day and night.
Hastings Old Town
With its working fishing beach and iconic black huts, the Old Town is a maze of historic streets where the past meets the present.
More news from Love Hastings
NEWS PAGESTrinity Triangle
Heritage
Action Zone
The Trinity Triangle High Street Heritage Action Zone is a four year regeneration programme supported by Historic England.
The funding programme is designed to breathe new life into a historic part of Hastings town centre: the Trinity Triangle and America Ground. These areas of Hastings are rich in history and built heritage.
What will you do in Hastings today?
Are you here for a day, a long weekend, or longer? Here’s what you need to know about Hastings and ‘1066 country’.
Hotels and B&Bs
Hastings on Tripadvisor
Pubs and bars
Find them here
Restaurants and takeaways
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Music and entertainment
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Shops
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Walks and cycle-rides
read moreHastings Business Improvement District in numbers
Businesses
Annual investment
What is Hastings BID?
In 2017 Hastings town centre businesses voted to contribute to a fund that would pay for the things that they felt make a real difference to the town.
From Christmas lights and planting schemes around the town to supporting the big local events that draw in vistors and creating a safer environment for people to shop and enjoy themsleves, the BID spends some £200,000 every year on making Hastings look and feel as good as possible.
COVID business grants secured
Do you want to know more?
THIS IS THE BIDThe team
Here’s who to look out for around the town…
John is equally happy taking an active part in negotiating with the Council for a better deal for the town as he is wielding a paintbrush to tidy up a tatty bollard.
John Bownas
Manager and general all-rounder
It’s a team effort – so if you are a business in Hastings help us to help you by being a part of our mission to make the town the best it can be,
YOU
Every business in Hastings
Peter is the friendly face of the town – always to be found on patrol looking for people to help or for things that need to be fixed. He’s a genuine asset to Hastings!
Peter Rolfe
Business Ambassador
Contact us
We are always here to answer questions and listen to ideas
Get in touch
Address:
Rock House, Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DT
Phone:
07876 390065
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