Putting climate action at the heart of our community

Lewes Climate Hub at Lewes House, 32 High Street BN7 2LU

Lewes Climate Hub is an independent alliance of community groups and organisations in and around Lewes in East Sussex, UK. Together, we’re taking local action to tackle the global climate and ecological emergency. The Hub provides a welcoming place, staffed by volunteers, where anyone can learn about the climate and environmental challenges we all face – and what we can do to address them.

Also at Lewes House, community energy company OVESCo can advise on energy bills and usage, renewable energy, retrofitting homes and businesses. Find out more: www.ovesco.co.uk

What's on at the Hub?

nourish good food for all

Nourish: How do we ensure good food for all?

With extreme weather and global conflict affecting food production and rising prices hitting family food budgets, what action is needed to ensure everyone can get access to healthy, nourishing, affordable food – away from the stranglehold of corporate interests? In this short season, we explore inspiring, practical solutions to rethink our food systems for the better. Read more.

Talk: Democracy in the 21st Century

Thursday 1 October, darrow talk 17pm-9pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, Lewes, BN7 2LU, FREE
As part of the year-long Lewes Festival of Democracy, join Dr Darrow Schecter of the University of Sussex to explore what democracy means today. How is the definition of democracy evolving and what new models might emerge? Read more

Talk: The Lewes Floods: 25th Anniversary Report

floods talkSaturday 10 October, 1.30pm-3pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, Lewes, BN7 2LU, FREE
Following last year’s Lewes Floods 25th Anniversary events, a report has been written distilling the actions that local people and flood professionals have said they want to see to reduce, prepare for and adapt to flood risk now. Come and hear the report’s recommendations and findings.

Nurture Hub: Free Family Drop-in

lewes birth collectiveTuesdays 6, 13 & 20 October (and weekly during term time), 10.30am-12.30pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, BN7 2LU, FREE
Lewes Birth Collective’s Nurture Hub is back at the Climate Hub after its summer break, providing a free weekly family drop-in with low-cost refreshments and space for children to play. Every fortnight, the session also includes talks and taster sessions about parenting and wellbeing, featuring local practitioners. Read more.

Eco-Climate Circle

Eco-Climate Circle logoWednesday 14 October (and every second Wednesday of the month), 6.30pm-8pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, Lewes, BN7 2LU, FREE
Join Jack Broadley and Guy Gladstone of the Climate Psychology Alliance for their monthly Eco-Climate Circle – a welcoming, supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings about climate change. No need to book – any questions, call Guy on 01323 891097. Read more about Eco-Climate Circles and upcoming dates here.

Climate and Social Justice Book Club: Don’t Talk About Politics

about politicsWednesday 21 October, 7.30pm-9pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, BN7 2LU, FREE (donations for refreshments welcome)
All welcome to this friendly group to discuss books and writing about climate and social justice. This month, the club will discuss Don’t Talk About Politics by Sarah Stein Lubrano. Any questions, email info@lewesclimatehub.org.

Stitch & Mend Fridays

stitch & mendFriday 16 October (and every third Friday of the month) 11am-1pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, Lewes, BN7 2LU, FREE (donations welcome)
Join Lewes Repair Café’s wonderful team of sewists for a fun and interactive mending session. Bring along your clothing and accessories to be fixed, including zips! Free to attend, donations welcome.

NEW: Get Crafty with Furniture Now!

furniture nowFriday 23 October, 11am-1pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, Lewes, BN7 2LU, FREE – no booking required
In a new Friday slot, local charity Furniture Now! demonstrates clever ways to repurpose worn-out household items instead of throwing them away. This month: transforming your old jeans into draught excluders. Bring along a pair of jeans (and stuffing like old t-shirts, socks and pants!)  for a fun, practical workshop.

Go Bats at the Hub

go bats11am-3pm, Saturday 31 October, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, Lewes, BN7 2LU, FREE – no booking required
To mark Hallowe’en, drop into the Hub to enter the magical world of bats. Discover the different species that live in the UK. Craft your own flying bat (materials provided) and at 2pm,  delve into the secret lives of bats with a bat expert. Free and suitable for all ages.

Our Schedule of Events for 2026

  • January: 10 resolutions
  • February/March: Earth in Balance: Planetary Boundaries – Are we crossing the line?
  • April: Democracy and Battle of Lewes
  • May: Nature Recovery
  • June/July: Paths into Nature
  • August: Closed
  • September: Artwave
  • October: Local Farming & Regenerative Food
  • November: More Trees for Sussex
  • December: Green Christmas

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Partner groups

Over 50 local organisations have joined as Partner Groups, find them here.

Be informed, get inspired

When it comes to climate change there is a room for everyone to contribute. Learn about steps you can take, projects and campaigns to get involved in. Find like-minded people to start a project of your own.

You can also find practical advice, from switching to renewable energy to food-growing to making your home more energy efficient – Lewes Climate Hub can signpost you to advice, support, talks and workshops to help you take action in your own household, business or organisation.

We’re here for everyone

Whether you’re an individual, a family, a local business or an interest group, we are strongly committed to supporting those who haven’t typically been included in conversations on the climate and environment.

Your voice matters – so drop in, email us and share your thoughts and ideas on how we tackle this emergency together and create a community that can withstand the impacts of climate change.

If you are part of a local community group that would like to be an affiliate of Lewes Climate Hub, contact us at

What does climate change mean for Lewes?

Rising temperatures, loss of species and more extreme weather patterns have serious implication for us here in the south east of England. In Lewes, we are thoroughly aware of the effects of flooding, having lived through the local floods of 2000. 

The wetlands to the south of Lewes used to be a sea inlet, and could be again as climate change leads to rising sea levels. Food production and water supplies may be threatened by changing weather and the loss of natural pollinators. The residential and other buildings in our area, many built centuries ago, are unsuited to higher temperatures. But we cannot simply wait for governments to take action: to be resilient against climate change and help reduce its worst effects, we all have to work together as a community.

What about our local councils?

One of our key aims is to promote and support (and, where necessary, challenge) the sustainability goals of our town, district and county councils. Wherever possible we aim to work closely with our councillors to help our community take real and effective action on climate change. For example, we hope to be instrumental in helping Lewes District reach its goal of generating “net zero” carbon emissions by 2030. 

Lewes Climate Hub CIC registered address: Lewes House 32 Lewes High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2LU