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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. Together, we’re taking local action to tackle the global climate and ecological emergency.

Our centre at Lewes House 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 individually and collectively to address them.

The Energy Room

Also at the Hub, local community energy company OVESCo 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?

earth in the balance

Talk: The Financial Cost of Crossing Planetary Boundaries

Saturday 28 February, 1pm-2.30pm, FREE
What are the financial consequences of crossing the nine Planetary Boundaries? How do we build resilient economic systems and business models that can bring us back to the ‘safe zone’ for our planet — and do we fully understand the powerful role that nature can play in supporting a thriving but sustainable economy? Presented by biodiversity & finance research fellow Dougal Fleming, with case studies and financial forecasts.
 

National Emergency Briefing: The Westminster Presentations

Saturday 7 March, 12.30-3pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, BN7 2LU, FREE
At a landmark event in Westminster last November, 10 of the UK’s leading scientists, economists and national security advisers briefed an invited audience of over 1,200 politicians and leaders on the implications of the climate and nature crisis for UK health, food systems, national security, the economy and the natural world. 

Come and watch five of the presentations (each 12 mins each) from this historic event and discuss how we should be responding to these risks, nationally and locally. (Feel free to drop in for the presentations of most interest to you.)

Talk: How ready is Lewes for climate change?

Thursday 26 March, 7pm-9pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, BN7 2DL, FREE
How prepared is Lewes for the impact of intense heat on health? Of increased flood risk on homes, businesses and transport? Or how extreme weather might affect farming, tourism, local jobs and the nature we love?
 
Matthew Bird, independent consultant with 25 years working on climate change in Lewes, presents findings from a year-long engagement with employers, community groups and those managing some of Lewes’ historical and cultural sites on embedding climate resilience and adapting to a radically changing world.

Talking Rubbish with Neil Peters

talking rubbishThursday 5 March (and every first Thursday of the month except January) Drop in anytime between 12-2pm with your questions for LDC Community and Recycling Engagement Officer Neil Peters at Lewes Climate Hub. Topics you can ask about include:

♻️ What can (and can’t!) go in your recycling bin
🚛 What happens to waste & recycling after collection
🥕 Food Waste collections – register & pick up your kit
❓ Plus Q&A – bring your recycling questions!

Climate Eco Café

Wednesday 11 March (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 Climate Eco Café – 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 climate cafés and upcoming dates here.

Workshop: Active Hope – Reawakening connection, imagination and purpose

active hopeSaturday 14 March, 10am-1.30pm, Lewes Climate Hub (Ovesco Room), 32 High Street, Lewes, BN7 2LU, £25pp (or £40 for 2 people)
Join facilitator and educator Jas Tribe for a ‘Work That Reconnects’ gathering, to energise and strengthen us in healing ourselves and our world. “The workshop will focus on expanding our circle of compassion and flexing our imagination muscles – two qualities that feel particularly vital in these times!” says Jas. Email to learn more and book places.

stitch & mendFriday 20 March, (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.

Equinox Community Day at the Hub

Saturday 21 March, 12 noon-3pm, Lewes Climate Hub, 32 High Street, BN7 2LU, FREE
Come and celebrate the Spring Equinox – a time traditionally to commune with nature and to show our affection for all living things. We’re celebrating with crafting, poetry and music, Plus mini hot-cross buns!

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: Active Travel / Get Active in 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 40 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

Videos: talks & events

Catch up with recent online talks and events by clicking the links below (YouTube, Vimeo)

Video: Watch our talk: Planetary Boundaries: Are we crossing the line? 

Right on the Money: Aligning your investments with your values

What’s wrong with economic growth?

Nevill 2030 – Living a Conscious Life

Nevill 2030 – Compost Goddess

Quarry Garden video

Talk: Climate and Conservation refugees

Spring into Renaturing 1 

Spring into Renaturing 2

Climate Crisis: A legacy of racism and colonialism

Climate Justice: Exploring Racism in the UK

Our River and Water Health

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