We are pleased to advise that, starting on Wednesday 5 February, East Sussex County Council working in partnership with Balfour Beatty Living Places, will be continuing with Phase 2 of the public realm improvement works at the ‘Victoria Place’ section of Terminus Road in Eastbourne Town Centre.
What are we doing?
From Wednesday 5 February, Terminus Road will be permanently closed to road traffic between Grand Parade and the A259 Seaside (Trinity Trees) to create the next section of the pedestrianised route from Eastbourne Station to the Seafront. Once complete, the area will benefit from new paving, street furniture and upgraded street lighting, as well as newly planted trees and flower planters.
The proposed improvements on the section of Terminus Road between Grand Parade and Trinity Trees aim to improve the look and feel of the town centre to create a more attractive and vibrant destination for everyone to enjoy by:
- Reducing through-traffic
- Providing more space for people through the completion of a pedestrianisation route from the sea front to the town centre. Creating new public spaces and
- Enhancing existing pedestrian environments at key locations.
These works are expected to be completed by the end of December 2025.
We will also be looking to carry out improvements on Terminus Road between the area known locally as ‘Bankers Corner’ and M&S/Millets. More information on these will be shared when available.
The proposed new bus route will be in place using Devonshire Place, travelling from Grand Parade, towards the Memorial Roundabout.
Road closures and traffic controls
Wednesday 5 February – Friday 7 March: We will be carrying out drainage works, in preparation for the main work starting, between the junction of Grand Parade and the A259 Seaside junction.
Monday 10 March: We will be starting our work towards the north of Terminus Road, where the footway widens, by the parking bays.
At the same time, we will also be working in the carriageway on Grand Parade between Trinity Place and 'The Boadwalk Cafe'. The road will be closed for eight weeks.
A diversion route will be in place via Devonshire Place, Memorial Roundabout, A259 (Seaside Road) and Cavendish Place.
How will residents and businesses be affected?
Local events: Traffic management will be removed for high profile public events such as Airborne, Pride and Carnival to minimise disruption. We will be working with organisers in preparation for these events and provide further information on our social media channels.
Local businesses: All businesses will remain open as usual, and our team on site will be able to assist with any access concerns.
Accessibility: Please follow signage for access while we are working on crossings and footways to keep everyone safe.
Parking: Where required, we will put out ‘no parking’ signs and cones to advise where parking is restricted. Please do not park in these locations as it will cause delays to the works.
Weather: These works are subject to favourable weather conditions, for example heavy rain may affect the progress.
Waste collections: These will need to be accessed from the rear of each property, using Elms Road and Trinity Place.
Loading and unloading: Vehicles loading and unloading will have access from Elms Road and Trinity Place. There will be access to the properties on Terminus Road for hand deliveries.
We understand these works can be disruptive and noisy, however, we will endeavour to use noise and vibration reduction methods where possible. We will also look to use plant and monitor noise levels.
We would like to take this opportunity to apologise in advance for any inconvenience or disruption this work may cause, and to thank the local community for its patience.
Should you have any concerns regarding these works, please do not hesitate to contact us on EastbournePhase2b@eastsussex.gov.uk or call us 24/7 on 03456080193. Please be aware, once these works are completed, this email address will be closed.
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