Organised by The Hastings Lions Club to promote the town and raise money for needy causes. Now an annual event. hastings-half.co.uk
Author: ericadesign
1980: Hastings Old Town Residents Association (HOTRA) formed
To uphold and promote the interests of residents, businesses and those who work and play in Hastings Old Town. hotra.org
1974: Hastings Campaign for Homosexual Equality formed
The Hastings branch of the Campaign for Homosexual Equality used to meet, around 1973, at the Queens Hotel.
1972: Bohemia House demolished for civic scheme
An elegant Jacobean mansion dating from the 1820s. www.1066.net
1972: Hastings Voluntary Lifeguards formed
The clubs’ initial patrolling base was under the promenade at Warrior Square, St.Leonards, before moving to the Stade. hastingslifeguards.org.uk
1939: Hastings & Rother Citizens Advice Bureau opened
9 September 1939 Not yet verified