EASTBOURNE’S business community gathered at the Winter Gardens on Friday evening (October 16) for the annual Eastbourne Business Awards 2026, celebrating the town’s outstanding businesses and individuals.
Hosted by television magician and entertainer Ben Hanlin, the event recognised achievements across a wide range of industries.
Fountain Digital was crowned Overall Business of the Year, while other winners included Wave Community Bank, Eastbourne Coaches, Trinity Homes, Dynamic Beauty Salon and Beechwood Grove.
Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Tim Cobb of Cobb PR and Keith Ridley for their contributions to the local business community and journalism.
Christina Ewbank, Chief Executive of Eastbourne Chamber of Commerce, praised the businesses taking part and highlighted the importance of supporting one another during challenging economic times.
The evening, sponsored by Brufords, also raised support for St Wilfrid’s Hospice, Eastbourne Foodbank and Eastbourne Samaritans.
