NEWHAVEN REMEMBERS
Remembrance Day - Sunday 9th November 2025 Please join us for our Remembrance Day Parade and ceremony This is an opportunity to remember all those ...
Important Roadworks Information – North Way, Newhaven
Balfour Beatty is working in partnership with East Sussex County Council to manage the highway service across East Sussex. As part of this, ...
Promote your Business in and around Newhaven
From 1 May 2025, businesses and event organisers will be able to advertise on the Town Council's 9 noticeboards around the Town. Noticeboard locations: Advertising ...
You can’t control the weather – you can be prepared
Please see the information below from the Sussex Resilience Forum: Storms and cold snaps can disrupt power, water and other services. Taking three simple steps ...
Lewes Bonfire Operation Update – Travel, Safety and Choose Local
Released on behalf of British Transport Police, East Sussex County Council, East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, East Sussex Highways, Southern Railway, Brighton ...
Important Roadworks Information – the Drove, Denton Roundabout and Seaford Road, Newhaven
Dear Resident / Business owner, 3 October 2025 Balfour Beatty is working in partnership with East Sussex County Council to manage the highway service across ...
Newhaven South Ward by-election result
The returning Officer has issued the following Declaration of Result of Poll - Newhaven Town Council - Newhaven South ward by-election - 9 ...
NOTICE TO MARINERS No. 18 – 2025
Dredging Campaign Newhaven Marina – October/November 2025 Mariners are advised that Jenkins Marine Ltd will be carrying out dredging operations within Newhaven Marina. Work is ...
Newhaven South Ward By-Election
Please see here a notice from the Returning Officer regarding the Notice of Poll and Persons Nominated for the election of a Town ...
Re-opening of Eastside Play Area
Please join us to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of Eastside Play Area on Saturday 4 October, at 10am. There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony ...
NOTICE TO MARINERS No. 15 – 2025
Head Of The Ouse – 27th September 2025 – Newhaven Harbour Mariners are advised that the Head Of The Ouse gig regatta will be ...
Photo Competition – 2025
Well done to the winners and runners-up in the annual Newhaven Town Council’s ‘Best of Newhaven’ Photo Competition. The competition culminated in the ...
Nominations for Election of Newhaven Town Councillor
Statement of Persons Nominated_ Newhaven Town Council - Newhaven South ward
Election of Town Councillor to Newhaven Town Council
Election of Councillor to Newhaven Town Council on Thursday 9th October 2025 Newhaven South Ward. One Councillor to be elected. 1. Nomination papers may be ...
Please donate…
The Mayor of Newhaven is asking for donations of children's arts and crafts supplies. These will be provided to the Mayor's chosen charity, ...
National Food Bank Day – 5th September 2025
National Food Bank Day aims to raise awareness about food insecurity and encourage support for food banks. Food banks provide food to individuals ...
Tributes paid to dedicated councillor
Tributes are being paid following the death of Cllr Peter Pragnell, a county and borough councillor and former county council chairman, who served ...
Newhaven Town Council’s Grants Scheme – Open for applications
Newhaven Town Council has a discretionary grants scheme, the purpose of which is to award sums of money to voluntary groups working in ...
Important Roadworks Information – Old Avis Road, Newhaven
Dear Resident / Business owner, 21 August 2025 Balfour Beatty is working in partnership with East Sussex County Council to manage the highways service across East ...
Freedom of Newhaven
We are proud to announce that the honorary Freedom of Newhaven has been officially bestowed upon Juliet Olsworth-Peter JP DL by Newhaven Town Council in recognition of ...
NOTICE TO MARINERS No. 12 – 2025
Seaford Bay Marker Buoys All fishermen, boat crew and recreational sea users are asked not to interfere with the yellow safety buoys, which are in ...
Have your say on local government re-organisation
Local Government Re-organisation will see new unitary councils established across East and West Sussex, including Brighton and Hove. A unitary council will provide ...
Local Government Reorganisation discussion
On Wednesday 30th July, the leader of Brighton & Hove City Council visited Newhaven to meet with Councillors from Newhaven and representatives from ...
Lewes District Council – Improving recycling in Lewes district
Lewes District Council is looking at moving to fortnightly refuse (black sack waste) collections from November 2025, to increase household recycling in the ...
Notice to Mariners
NOTICE TO MARINERS No. 09 – 2025 Construction of Fishing Stage 21 All mariners are advised that a new 50m fishing stage, Stage 21, is ...
£100k funding boost to grow tourism in Newhaven
A new working group has been launched with a £100,000 investment from the Newhaven Enterprise Zone (NEZ) to boost tourism and grow ...
Sussex Day at the Sidings
Put the date in your diary and come and celebrate Sussex Day with us at the Sidings. Its FREE entry with lots of live ...
Devolution and the re-organisation of local government
There's still time to share your views on a major proposal that could change how services are delivered across East Sussex. The government wants ...
Changes to Bus Services in Lewes District
Please see below updates to bus services in Lewes District: Service Number: 11X (Sundays and Bank Holidays Seasonal Service) Route: Brighton - Saltdean - Peacehaven - Newhaven ...
Declaration of Result of Poll
Election of Councillors to Lewes District Council Newhaven North Ward Held on the 29th May 2025 RESULT OF POLL I the undersigned, being the Returning Officer for ...
Knife Crime Awareness Week
It's Knife Crime Awareness Week - 19th to 25th May 2025 Knife Crime Awareness Week provides a national platform to raise awareness and encourage ...
PCC’s Safer in Sussex Survey
Have your say in Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne's survey Sussex PCC Katy Bourne has launched her annual survey seeking the views ...
Newhaven Town Council – Bank Holiday Weekend Office Closure Times
Please note that the Town Council offices will be closed from 3.30pm on Friday 2nd May 2025 and will re-open at 8.30am on ...
Lewes District Council – Notice of Election
Election of Councillors to Lewes District Council, on Thursday 29th May 2025. Newhaven North Ward. One Councillor to be elected. 1. Nomination papers may be ...
Newhaven Town Council’s draft Business Plan
The Town Council's draft Business Plan, which covers aspirations for the future of Newhaven, is now available to view. Please visit the links ...
Annual Town Meeting – 29th April 2025
All Newhaven residents are invited to Newhaven Town Council's Annual Town Meeting. This is an ideal opportunity to ask your Town Councillors questions ...
Notice to Mariners – Bathymetric Survey in Rampion Wind Farm
RWE Renewables UK Wind Ltd at Rampion windfarm would like to inform mariners that they are carrying out essential survey work on the ...
Easter Egg Hunt
Please join us at Denton Park playground for an Easter Egg Hunt, on Friday 18th April, from 11am to 12midday. A limited supply of ...
Traffic congestion in Newhaven
We have been receiving a number of queries and concerns regarding the traffic congestion in Newhaven. Whilst we understand concerns raised regarding the problems ...
Important Roadworks Information – The Drove, South Way & Riverside, Newhaven
Please see the information below from East Sussex Highways. Dear Resident / Business owner, Balfour Beatty is working in partnership with East Sussex County Council ...
Notice of Vacancy in Office of Councillor
LEWES DISTRICT COUNCIL Newhaven North NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that due to the resignation of Sean MacLeod, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor ...
Newhaven Fort welcomes royal visit
His Royal Highness, the Duke of Gloucester, visited Newhaven Fort last week to unveil a commemorative plaque celebrating the completion of the Fort's ...
Important Roadworks Information – Brighton Road, Newhaven
Please see the information below from East Sussex Highways: Dear Resident / Business owner, Balfour Beatty is working in partnership with East Sussex County Council ...
Newhaven Town Council – Vacancy for Councillor
NEWHAVEN TOWN COUNCIL CO-OPTION NOTICE A vacancy has been created in Newhaven, Central Ward, following the resignation of Councillor Christoph Von Kurthy, and the Town Council ...
Notice of Vacancy in Office of Councillor
NEWHAVEN TOWN COUNCIL Newhaven Central Ward NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that due to the resignation of ...
Have your say about Eastside Playground
LAST CHANCE Your Voice Matters! Newhaven Town Council are looking at the possibility of refurbishing the playground at Eastside Park for local families and would ...
Newhaven Town Council – Vacancy for Councillor
Newhaven Town Council - Co-option Notice A vacancy has been created in Newhaven, Denton Ward, following the resignation of Councillor Willem Browne, and the ...
Wanted – Town Crier for Newhaven
Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! - Could you be the new Town Crier for Newhaven? If you possess a booming voice, a love for public announcements, ...
Reducing throwaway plastic
At last week’s Full Council meeting, Newhaven Town Council showed its commitment to reducing plastic pollution by supporting the motion for a local ...
Important Roadworks Information – Swing Bridge Maintenance Works
Please see the information below from East Sussex Highways about maintenance works to the Newhaven Swing Bridge. Please note that the Bridge will ...
Your Comments Count
Newhaven Town Council is looking at the possibility of setting up a regular Veterans’ Breakfast Club, to be held at Mencap Hall in ...
Notice of Vacancy in Office of Councillor
NEWHAVEN TOWN COUNCIL Newhaven Denton ward NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that Willem Browne, formerly a Member ...
Update from Buxton Contractors on the Newhaven Health Hub Development
Please see here a letter from Buxton Contractors about their updates on the Newhaven Health Hub Development.
Denton Play Area is open!!
Newhaven Town Council are very pleased to announce that on Friday 20th December 2024 the Mayor of Newhaven, Councillor Pinky Mclean-Knight formally pronounced ...
Lewes District Council – Local Plan Consultation
Lewes District Council will begin their next stage of consultation over the Lewes District Local Plan on Monday 6 January 2025. Local plans set ...
Denton Play Park – Grand Opening
You’re Invited! to the Denton Play Park – Grand Opening Friday 20th December, at 1.30pm. We’re pleased to share that we will be opening the newly ...
Did you hear?
Did you miss the Mayor of Newhaven, Cllr Pinky Mclean-Knight talking about the position of Town Crier for Newhaven Town Council that is ...
Newhaven Town Council Christmas Office Closure
Please note that the Town Council Offices will be closed from 12.30pm on Tuesday 24th December 2024 until 9.00am on Thursday 2nd January ...
Christmas Lights Switch On
The new date for the Christmas Lights Switch On is Sunday 1st December at Memorial Green. The festivities will begin at Memorial Green at ...
Wanted – Town Crier for Newhaven
Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! - Could you be the new Town Crier for Newhaven? In Newhaven Town Council's 50th year, the esteemed position of Town ...
C7 Junction with the One-Way system: Wednesday
Dear Residents & Commuters, The Town Council is very much aware of the inconvenience and consternation caused by the ill-advised actions of our Christmas ...
Xmas Lights Switch On – Postponed
The Christmas Lights Switch On has been postponed, due to the weather conditions. New date to be announced.
Important Roadworks Information
East Sussex Highways have provided advance notice that they will be returning to the Drove, to carry out vegetation clearance and surveys, as ...
Christmas Lights Switch On
Join us for the magical moment when the Christmas lights are switched on to illuminate the town for the festive season. The festivities will ...
Remembrance Sunday 2024
Newhaven’s annual Remembrance Sunday Service and Parade took place on Sunday 10th November 2024. Remembrance Sunday is a national opportunity to remember the service ...
Newhaven Swing Bridge is 50 today
The bridge on the A259 is the only crossing in Newhaven over the River Ouse. It opened on 7th November 1974 and replaced an ...
Fireworks Advice
Sussex Police have provided the following advice and guidance for using fireworks: Firework advice and the law Everyone should be able to enjoy fireworks safely, ...
Newhaven Remembers
Remembrance Day - Sunday 10th November 2024 Please join us for our Remembrance Day Service and Parade This is an opportunity to remember all those ...
NEWHAVEN TOWN COUNCIL – CASUAL VACANCY FOR COUNCILLOR.
NEWHAVEN TOWN COUNCIL CO-OPTION NOTICE A vacancy has been created in Newhaven, Denton Ward, following the resignation of Councillor Sean Macleod, and the Town Council ...
NewhavenWomp! at The Sidings
DJ night hosted by DJ Barry Grifter (Harry Carter Own) and Sunface (Felix Hopkins). Playing an eclectic mix of Breakbeat, Funk, House, Garage, Drum ...
Notice of Vacancy in Office of Councillor
Newhaven Town Council Newhaven Denton Ward NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that due to the resignation of ...
Newhaven Fort unveils 2025 events calendar following £7.5m restoration
Newhaven Fort in East Sussex has unveiled an exciting calendar of events for its re-opening in 2025, which follows a £7.5 million restoration ...
Newhaven Remembers D-Day
D-Day80 in Newhaven - What's On Guide On Thursday 6th June the nation will come together to remember the tens of thousands of allied ...
Council to pause food waste proposals in Newhaven – 17th May 2024
Lewes District Council has confirmed it will pause the current plans for a food waste transfer facility in Newhaven. The decision comes after councillors ...
Meeching Hall – Letter to All Residents – 29th Apr 2024
Dear Residents, Meeching Hall You may be aware of a number of inaccurate assertions made by a community group across social media and by local ...
Results of Newhaven Town Elections May 2023
Declaration of Result of Poll: Lewes District Council Election of Councillors for the Newhaven Town Council - Newhaven North Ward Lesley-Anne Boniface (known as ...
Notice of Public Consultation from Savills & BECG – A sustainable new community at Harbour Heights
A community consultation is being launched regarding a sustainable new community of 400 new homes, including affordable housing, and employment space at Harbour ...
Food Banks – Newhaven, Denton, Peacehaven & Seaford – December 2022
Food Banks A number of foodbanks & affordable food projects serve the Lewes District community. They can help with food if you have a ...
A Moment of Reflection on the Eve of the Funeral of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
As the Country prepares for the State Funeral on Monday, The Palace have confirmed that the public have been invited to take part ...
Newhaven Proclamation for King Charles III – 11th September 2022
The people of Newhaven are welcome to join Town Mayor, Cllr. Paul Boswell at 4.00pm on Sunday 11th September 2022 at the Memorial Green, South ...
NTC Unaudited Annual Governance & Accountability Return Published – 10th June 2022
NOTICE OF PUBLIC RIGHTS AND PUBLICATION OF UNAUDITED ANNUAL GOVERNANCE & ACCOUNTABILITY RETURN ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 Local Audit and Accountability ...