Pirates of the west poster Pirates of the West

On Saturday, 18th July, from noon to 3 pm,The Friends of Combe Valley welcome visitors, especially families, to their next free outdoor event in and around the Discovery Centre, Freshfields, St Leonards-on-Sea. TN38 8FB.  W3W full.solar.cone. Free to all.

make a difference award Make A Difference Finalist – Highly Commended

We achieved highly commended in amongst a field of worthy finalists. Each entry was a worthy winner. We had a great time and met some inspirational people. Sally Gunnel and Ray Mears were amongst the judges who praised every one of the hundreds of individuals and groups who were nominated. Thanks and Praise goes to everyone of our worthy, hard working volunteers who without them Our Combe Valley Countryside Park would not be the beautiful haven of nature.

sample of Sashiko stitching Creative Mondays at Combe Valley Discovery Centre

Creative Mondays at Combe Valley Discovery Centre, Each month covers a different craft, no experience needed. A fun, calm space to join others in making-

Monthly Social Natter night

Our successful social nights are continuing. Fourth Wednesday 7-9pm

Wardens wanted

We are always looking out for volunteers to join our small wardens group who regularly patrol the park, advising walkers on routes, keeping in touch with the local farmers. Noting anything that needs to be reported to the local Police ..Read on…

beach nature detectives Nature Detectives – Beach Discovery

The next Nature Detectives session will be:- Tuesday 5th August Location: Glyne Gap Beach Session time: 14.00 to 16.30  The session is linked to Low tide which will be at 15.27.

Nature and activity consultation Combe Valley Countryside Park – Bulverhythe Recreation Area Community Consultation Survey 2025

The Combe Valley Countryside Park (CIC) is developing plans to make the park more enjoyable, inclusive and useful to everyone.

oak trees iTree survey

During 2021 Friends of Combe Valley along with members of Bexhill and Crowhurst Environment Groups and other groups took part in the Rother iTree survey in the Rother area including and the Countryside Park. Rother I-tree survey The volunteer surveyors ..Read on…

Guided Walk Guided Walks

We have begun the guided walks within the Countryside Park. Peter Hunnisett led us through the park starting at the entrance beside the Blackbrooks garden centre. Peter had produced a spotter sheet which was very useful in identifying the plants ..Read on…

Safer Sussex Safer in Sussex Community funding secured

The Friends of Combe Valley have received a grant of £ 400 from the Police & Crime Commissioner’s Community Safety Fund as part of their Safer in Sussex campaign. This will go towards HI-Viz jackets for our park wardens. See ..Read on…