East Sussex
Community Events

Supported by the NHS and East Sussex Dementia Support Service, Know Dementia runs 12 weekly community events in towns and villages in East Sussex.  Most of these events are our Memory Moments Cafés with the exceptions being our unique Woodland Moments Group and new Brain Waves Choir. Find out below what each of these events offer and the weekly timetable.

Woodland Moments Group

Reconnect with nature at our Woodlands Moments Group in Bushy Woods, Hailsham. Enjoy a morning of woodcraft, campfires, outdoor cooking, nature and conservation activities and music, all in the tranquil setting of the woodlands.

There’s a covered glade area and an indoor lodge available to us at the venue, so we aim to hold the session every week, regardless of the weather (unless it really is dreadful!). Wrap up warm during the winter months and enjoy a hot chocolate by the campfire. Cool down in the summertime in the shade of the trees and enjoy the birdsong.

Memory Moments Cafés

Come and join us for tea, coffee and cake, with a little fun and laughter; with music, games, dance, quizzes and so much more.

Every session has a different theme either led by our trained, experienced activity co-ordinators or a fantastic local entertainer.

Meet other local people, create a support network and make new friends. People with memory problems typically come to the café with a family member or care partner, so that they can enjoy some precious moments together and participate in some meaningful activities.

The Cafés are held in locations throughout East Sussex every week.

See the timetable below to find the location nearest to you in East Sussex. Prior to attending for the first time, please contact us to book a place. The cafés are free to attend with donations welcome towards refreshments.

Know Dementia Community Choirs

Brain Waves Choir and Musical Moments

Brain Waves (Seaford) and Musical Moments (Uckfield) are community choirs open to people of any age, with any neurological condition, including parkinsons, dementia, stroke, MND, MS etc. to come and enjoy singing together. These friendly, welcoming and inclusive groups are led by experienced choir-leader Jo, supported by our lovely Know Dementia staff.

Singing is known to be uplifting, mood-enhancing and a great way to bring people together in a shared moment. Singing can also help maintain speech and language skills and exercise the facial muscles.

The choice of well known songs can also prompt reminiscence, which often leads to emotional discussion and laughter among the group members. Newcomers are always welcome.

To book a place at any of our events, please call 01273 494300.

MONDAY

Woodland Moments

Monday

Time:
10.00am – 12.30pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
Bushy Wood Activity Centre

Venue Address:
Hailsham Road
Hailsham
TN22 4DN

 

Musical Moments

Monday

Time:
2.30pm – 3.30pm

Frequency:
Alternate Weeks
Next session: 18th March 2024

Venue:
Uckfield Civic Centre

Venue Address:
Bellfarm Lane
Uckfield
TN22 1AE

TUESDAY

Memory Moments Café

Tuesday

Time:
9.30am – 12.30pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
St Mary’s Church Hall

Venue Address:
Church Lane
Buxted
TN22 4LP

Brain Waves Choir

Tuesday

Time:
2.30pm – 3.30pm

Frequency:
Alternate Weeks
Next session 26th March 2024

Venue:
Seaford Baptist Church

Venue Address:
Belgrave Road
Seaford
BN25 2EE
Use postcode BN8 4LB in your Satnav devices.

Please note:
The choir will not take place on 12th March

Memory Moments Café

Tuesday

Time:
1.30pm – 4.30pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
St Richard’s Church Hall

Venue Address:
Corner of Priory Road and
Etchingham Road
Eastbourne
BN23 7AX
 

Please note:
The Café will be closed on 12th March

WEDNESDAY

Memory Moments Café

Wednesday

Time:
9.30am – 12.30pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
The Hastings Centre

Venue Address:
The Ridge
Hastings
TN34 2SA

Memory Moments Café

Wednesday

Time:
1.30pm – 4.30pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
Seaford Baptist Church

Venue Address:
Belgrave Road
Seaford
BN25 2EE

Use postcode BN8 4LB in your Satnav devices.

THURSDAY

Memory Moments Café

Thursday

Time:
9.30am – 12.30pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
St Michael’s Community Centre

Venue Address:
St Michael’s Church
Glassenbury Drive
Bexhill-on-Sea
TN40 2NY

 

Memory Moments Café

Thursday

Time:
9.30am – 12.30pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
Ringmer Scout Hut

Venue Address:
Lewes Road
Ringmer
BN8 5QA

Memory Moments Café

Thursday

Time:
2.00pm – 5.00pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
St Richard’s Church Hall

Venue Address:
Upper Station Road
Heathfield
TN21 8DS

FRIDAY

Memory Moments Café

Friday

Time:
9.30am – 12.30pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
The Meridian Centre

Venue Address:
Sutton Avenue
Peacehaven
BN10 8BB

Memory Moments Café

Friday

Time:
1.30pm – 4.30pm

Frequency:
Weekly

Venue:
Crowborough Community Centre

Venue Address:
Pine Grove
Crowborough
TN6 1FE

To book a place at any of our events, please call 01273 494300.