Rotary in Eastbourne is a vibrant and enthusiastic organisation. Last year Eastbourne AM Rotary Club and The Rotary Club of Eastbourne, with the support of Hailsham Rotary Club came together to organise the Tree of Light in time for Christmas.

The special tree is erected outside the Congress Theatre and is covered in a host of white lights each one dedicated to the memory of a loved one. The importance of the tree is the comfort it gives to families and individuals throughout the area. Donations received from a great many members of the public sponsoring a light for a loved one, as well as valuable sponsorship from local businesses, has helped us to raise £6,400.

The beneficiaries last year were Matthew 25 Mission £1,700, Eastbourne Samaritans £1,700, Eastbourne Foodbank Baby Basics project £1,000, Hailsham Foodbank £1,000, The Salvation Army Eastbourne £750.