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3 weeks ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Mike MacKenzie

The Hastings Jack in the Green celebrations return on May 5, 2025. Thousands are expected to line the streets of the Old Town for the popular event. Hastings Jack in the Green website reveals its origins. It says: "It is thought that the Jack-in-the-Green custom originated around the 17th century from the milkmaids and chimney sweeps of London. As part of the May Day processions milkmaids would carry milk pails decorated with flowers and silverware.

3 weeks ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Mike MacKenzie

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA new water park with giant slides and climbing obstacles is opening in East Sussex. The Aquaglide Aquapark will launch at Rye Watersports, Camber Road, on May 3. A spokesperson said: "This exciting new addition brings an action-packed floating adventure to the lake, offering visitors a unique and exhilarating experience just in time for the summer season.

3 weeks ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Mike MacKenzie

Tripadvisor gives its Travellers' Choice Award to the restaurants that customers love the most. It says: “Every year, we award travellers' favourite destinations, hotels, restaurants, and things to do around the world, based on reviews and ratings collected over 12 months. "So our Travellers' Choice Awards Best of the Best winners are decided by you: real travellers from all over, sharing real opinions and stories.”Here are the 21 establishments chosen by Tripadvisor users in 2024.

3 weeks ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Mike MacKenzie

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowEmergency repairs closed a Bexhill road today (April 24). An East Sussex Highways spokesperson said: "Gunters Lane, Bexhill, is currently closed for emergency South East Water repairs due to a broken cover in the carriageway. "The road is anticipated to be reopened by 5pm on Monday 28 April.”However, East Sussex Highways has now reported the road has reopened.

3 weeks ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Mike MacKenzie

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowEmergency repairs have closed a Bexhill road. An East Sussex Highways spokesperson said: "Gunters Lane, Bexhill, is currently closed for emergency South East Water repairs due to a broken cover in the carriageway. "The road is anticipated to be reopened by 5pm on Monday 28 April. "Thank you for your patience."Read more:Have you got a story you want to share with our readers?