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The Shop and Dine Well in Wealden campaign was first launched in September 2020 by Wealden District Council.
The first phase of the campaign was funded via the national ‘Re-opening High Streets Safely Fund’ and focused on supporting Wealden high streets and shopping areas during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This activity included the provision of dedicated Information Officers to help high street businesses navigate COVID regulations and a public information campaign to encourage people to visit our high streets where safe to do so.
The second phase of the campaign commenced in July 2021 and will continue to at least March 2022. Activity is focused on encouraging residents to continue to ‘buy locally’ and support local Wealden businesses including our high streets and local farmers’ markets and craft fairs.
A wide-ranging marketing campaign is underway to encourage visitors to our town and village centres and support independent businesses as the pandemic continues.
Priorities are to:
Encourage consumers to visit Wealden’s High Streets to shop, dine and enjoy leisure time;
Support Wealden District Council’s Markets strategy and encourage new outdoor events;
Highlight COVID-19 safety changes businesses and communities have taken to reassure residents/visitors;
Support Wealden’s coastal areas to safely welcome visitors.
Created and delivered in partnership with Prowse & Co. Ltd, both phases of the campaign have been delivered in co-operation with local stakeholders, including Town and Parish Councils, Chambers of Commerce and community groups.
The project has received £351,605 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is the Managing Authority for European Regional Development Fund. Established by the European Union, the European Regional Development Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support innovation, businesses, create jobs and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding .
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View the Public Information Videos here
View the Wealden RHSS Plan Summary here
View campaign press releases here
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Eastbourne
Located in a lovely, Grade 2 barn. We serve wonderful hand baked cakes, cream teas and light lunches, a variety of teas and coffees,
Pevensey is in the district of Wealden midway between the coastal towns of Eastbourne and Bexhill. It comprises the ancient village of Pevensey, the larger seaside resort of Pevensey Bay & some 7 miles of farmland on Pevensey Levels.
Pevensey
The perfect place to relax after taking in Pevensey's attractions, only a step away from Pevensey Castle.
Pevensey
The Smugglers consists of open fires in both the bar and restaurant, to provide a warm and friendly atmosphere during the chilly evenings.
Westham
Pub in Westham High Street offering food.
Fletching
Traditional pub with food and accommodation.
Eridge Green
The Neville Crest & Gun gorgeous country pub in Eridge Green, East Sussex is in a building with over 500 year of history. The pub provides classic British dishes. Special gluten free menus are available and a ‘Click and Collect’ option for…
Crowborough
18th century pub offering food, garden and children's play area
Polegate
A restaurant and Pub situated in the High Street of Polegate. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and take-away food is available along with a big garden.
Mark Cross
The Lazy Fox offers good locally sourced food for the menu to eat inside, or in the pub beer garden or as a takeaway option too.
Eridge
This a multi-award winning, family owned, boutique English Vineyard located just outside the village of Eridge began planting 2016.
Polegate
A good value, welcoming pub close to the A27.
Upper Hartfield
The Gallipot Inn has a restaurant and garden where food and drink is served. The Inn also offers a take away service.
Mayfield
This Organic Vineyard is positioned on the gentle south facing slopes running down to the river Rother. Established in 2017, the first planting of the Champagne varieties covered 2.5 hectares.
Jevington
Traditional independently owned free house with bar and gardens, and food.
Hartfield
Fifteenth century pub in Ashdown Forest with food and gardens.
Forest Row
One of the largest retail selections of roses in the country with 1000 varieties. Also a wide range of shrubs, plants and garden and conservatory furniture.
Litlington
The Plough & Harrow is a country pub in Litlington, on the South Downs National Park, East Sussex. It has an extensive menu, using local produce and offers good wines and real ales. The pub has just added a new Beer Garden and outdoor bar and…
Farningham Road
Rachel and Gary have a passion for good food and drink and a friendly service their coffee is top notch and they serve espresso made using a blend of beans from Roasted Ltd in Brighton choosing a blend with a hint of Tanzanian washed robusta, which…
Alfriston
Traditional 14th century pub with food, garden and accommodation.
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