In building previously occupied by Brooker’s building merchants. Gallery, restaurant and original 1913 cinema restored. kino-teatr.co.uk
Private sector
2011: Hastings Storytelling Festival started
Annually celebrating the artistry and magic of storytelling through spoken word, dance, puppetry, parades, theatre, talks and digital media. hastingsstoryfest.org.uk
1972: Bohemia House demolished for civic scheme
An elegant Jacobean mansion dating from the 1820s. www.1066.net
1985: Trinity Wholefoods opens
In Trinity Street. Established as a workers’ cooperative. trinitywholefoods.co.uk
1964: The second Battle of Hastings
Mods and rockers fighting on the seafront
2011: Mayday bikers event under new management
HEM Events take over management of annual Mayday motorcycle influx to generate approximately £2 million annually for the local economy. bike1066.com
2004: Revamped Hastings Station opens
A modern design replacing the 1930’s building.
2015: Source Park opens
Indoor BMX and skateboard facility in former baths and ice skating attraction under seafront promenade, after many years left empty. sourcebmx.com
2015: Rock House opens
A live/work/club space in the town centre. An initiative by Jericho Road and White Rock Trust. rockhouse.org.uk
2014: Hastings Independent launched
Community newspaper offering media training and work experience as well as an alternative community voice. hastingsindependentpress.co.uk