Newhaven Strategic Network is the town's regeneration partnership to ensure the community of Newhaven owns the vision of the town's future. We are a partnership of public, community and private organisations established to ensure the ongoing regeneration of the town.
Newhaven Strategic Network has taken over from the Newhaven Economic Partnership, which with national funding successfully delivered a number of regeneration projects. In 2004 Newhaven Strategic Network, through its partners successfully secured over £500,000 to deliver a range of projects and initiatives. The 10 Year Masterplan was published in January 2006 and will guide future planning and investment.
Newhaven is a prosperous and unique town tucked away from the main A259 East West Coast route between Brighton and Eastbourne. The Marina is one of Sussex coast's hidden gems. The town is central to some of the most beautiful countryside in the South East, including the South Downs and the Seven Sisters. It is linked to Lewes and Brighton by rail; there are two stations: Newhaven Town and Newhaven Harbour. It is also a great launching spot to France on the Transmanche Ferries. The huge Fort built on Castle Hill in the 1860s, the original site dates from the Bronze Age. It offers a wide variety of activities and is the main Heritage Site in the area. There is also the allure of the unique shopping experience and the South's leading gardening and horticultural centre that is Paradise Park. The town holds a few surprises, including one of Sussex's rare sandy beaches and a market day frequently attended by French traders offering magnificent cheeses, pastries, leather goods and craft items, a must for those with an eye for a bargain!
In an area of outstanding natural beauty it is a haven for walkers, with breathtaking views of the Seaford Head to the east of the town. Take time out to explore this historic town and area and relax in its tranquil atmosphere.