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Bexhill Collection (#2)

"Bexhill: A Coastal Gem in East Sussex, United Kingdom" Nestled along the scenic shores of Bexhill-on-Sea in East Sussex, England

Background imageBexhill Collection: Claire Martin with the Montpellier Cello Quartet, De La Warr Pavilion, East Sussex, 2013

Claire Martin with the Montpellier Cello Quartet, De La Warr Pavilion, East Sussex, 2013
Claire Martin with the Montpellier Cello Quartet, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, 2013

Background imageBexhill Collection: South staircase, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex

South staircase, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex. Completed in 1935, and the result of an architectural competition

Background imageBexhill Collection: De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex

De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex. Completed in 1935, and the result of an architectural competition, Bexhills De La Warr Pavilion was the first British building to be built in

Background imageBexhill Collection: Bexhill - The Hotels and the Beach, 1895

Bexhill - The Hotels and the Beach, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Background imageBexhill Collection: Nazareth House, Bexhill

Nazareth House, Bexhill
The Nazareth House, Bexhill, run by the Sisters of Nazareth to house orphans and the elderly poor. Date: 1900s

Background imageBexhill Collection: Large family outing to Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex

Large family outing to Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
A large family group on an outing to Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex. Date: 1932

Background imageBexhill Collection: Metropolitan Convalescent Home, Cooden, Bexhill-on-Sea

Metropolitan Convalescent Home, Cooden, Bexhill-on-Sea
Exterior view of the Metropolitan Convalescent Home at Cooden, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex. The building was completed in 1905, and demolished in 1988. Date: circa 1950s

Background imageBexhill Collection: Bexhill, Little Folks Home

Bexhill, Little Folks Home
Children sit in the sunshine at the Little Folks Home, Bexhill. Staff hand round bread and butter and fill mugs from a jug

Background imageBexhill Collection: WW1 German Submarine - U-Boat U118, Hastings, Sussex

WW1 German Submarine - U-Boat U118, Hastings, Sussex
World War 1 German Submarine/U-Boat U118, Hastings, near Bexhill, Sussex, England. Date: 1919

Background imageBexhill Collection: The Kursaal - Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, England

The Kursaal - Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, England. Kursaal derives from the German kur (cure) + saal (hall), and means a public hall or room. Date: 1905

Background imageBexhill Collection: BEXHILL

BEXHILL
The seafront at Bexhill, East Sussex. Date: circa 1900

Background imageBexhill Collection: Seaside domed shelter with flag, Bexhill, England

Seaside domed shelter with flag, Bexhill, England

Background imageBexhill Collection: De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex

De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex. Date: 1962

Background imageBexhill Collection: Early woman police officer, Sub-Inspector Cooke

Early woman police officer, Sub-Inspector Cooke, while on duty at Bexhill-on-Sea, Sussex. On her peaked cap is a badge, WPS, standing for Women Police Service. Date: 1910s

Background imageBexhill Collection: King of the Sandcastle

King of the Sandcastle
I m the King of the Castle! A group of children building sand castles on Cooden Sands, near Bexhill, Sussex, England. Date: circa 1930

Background imageBexhill Collection: Grandparents & Children

Grandparents & Children
The Smarts - English grandparents with their grandchildren. Date: 1935

Background imageBexhill Collection: Pigeons - A portrait of four Homing Pigeons

Pigeons - A portrait of four Homing Pigeons
The pictured Racing Homing Pigeons were the property of J. Oliver Esq. of Bexhill, and were trained by The Brighton and County of Sussex Society

Background imageBexhill Collection: The Old Town, Hastings, Sussex

The Old Town, Hastings, Sussex
The Old Town, Hastings, near Bexhill, Sussex, England. Date: 1910s

Background imageBexhill Collection: The Castle, Hastings, Sussex

The Castle, Hastings, Sussex
The Castle, Hastings, near Bexhill, Sussex, England. Date: 1930s

Background imageBexhill Collection: The Village, Bexhill, Sussex

The Village, Bexhill, Sussex
The Village, Bexhill, near Hastings, Sussex, England. Showing Premises of Henry Eldridge - Landscape Gardener & Nursery-hand Date: 1906

Background imageBexhill Collection: The Beach, Bexhill, Sussex

The Beach, Bexhill, Sussex
The Beach, Bexhill, near Hastings, Sussex, England. Date: 1907

Background imageBexhill Collection: Terminus Road & Station, Eastbourne, Sussex

Terminus Road & Station, Eastbourne, Sussex
Terminus Road & Station, Eastbourne, near Bexhill, Sussex, England. Showing Very Early Bus Date: 1910s

Background imageBexhill Collection: Army commandeering railway horses at Bexhill, WW1

Army commandeering railway horses at Bexhill, WW1
Soldiers commandeering railway horses for Army purposes at Bexhill - taking the animals from their stables. Date: 1914

Background imageBexhill Collection: Soldiers commandeering horses at Bexhill, WW1

Soldiers commandeering horses at Bexhill, WW1
Soldiers from the 6th Sussex battery commandeering horses at Bexhill in the early weeks of the First World War. Date: 1914

Background imageBexhill Collection: Fortified costal towns, 1915

Fortified costal towns, 1915
A few hints to the enemy: fortified costal towns which are likely next to be attacked. Bexhill, Blackpool, Bognor, Clacton

Background imageBexhill Collection: Children on a slide at Bexhill

Children on a slide at Bexhill
Two children, a girl and a boy, with two women at the top of a wooden playground slide in Bexhill, Sussex. Horses on a roundabout can be seen in the background. Date: 1928

Background imageBexhill Collection: Martello Towers Bexhill Sussex Liber Studiorum

Martello Towers Bexhill Sussex Liber Studiorum
Artokoloro

Background imageBexhill Collection: View of De la Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

View of De la Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe




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"Bexhill: A Coastal Gem in East Sussex, United Kingdom" Nestled along the scenic shores of Bexhill-on-Sea in East Sussex, England, lies a captivating town known for its rich history and stunning architecture. At the heart of this charming destination stands the iconic De La Warr Pavilion, an exquisite Art Deco masterpiece that has become synonymous with Bexhill's identity. Since its grand opening on 10th December 1935, the newly-built De La Warr Pavilion has been a beacon of cultural significance and artistic expression. Its spiral staircase gracefully leads visitors to the lounge and sunroof, offering breathtaking views of both land and sea. This architectural marvel continues to host vibrant exhibitions, performances, and events that captivate locals and tourists alike. As you stroll through Bexhill's picturesque streets like The Parade or The Village, you'll be transported back in time to the early 20th century. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you admire black-and-white photographs by Photochrom Co Ltd showcasing Devonshire Road - a snapshot frozen in time from early 1900s Bexhill-on-Sea. The allure extends beyond its architectural wonders; it boasts pristine beaches that have enticed visitors for generations. Step onto Bexhill-on-Sea Beach during the early 1900s when beachgoers reveled in simple pleasures under sunny skies. Feel the sand between your toes as you soak up rays while basking in this idyllic coastal haven. Beneath its old-fashioned charm lies a vibrant community brimming with warmth and hospitality. Whether exploring local shops or indulging in traditional cuisine at one of many quaint eateries scattered throughout town – there is something here for everyone to enjoy. So come discover Bexhill's hidden treasures where art meets history against a backdrop of natural beauty.