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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Rachel Dixon

An arty weekend in … Eastbourne, East Sussex

Eastbourne’s palm tree-fringed seafront.
Eastbourne is edging back into fashion, helped by a wave of exhibitions. Photograph: Visit Eastbourne

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Eastbourne, a Victorian seaside resort that is edging its way back into fashion, is in the spotlight this year thanks to its venerable art gallery. Towner Eastbourne is celebrating the centenary of its opening (a mile away from the current building, in the town’s Manor Gardens) with special exhibitions, installations, screenings and talks, culminating with the Turner prize, which it is hosting for the first time (28 September-14 January, winner announced on 5 December).

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