We reported on many openings and others who were celebrating anniversaries, revamps or under new management over the past year.
How many of your favourites can you spot?
This is just part one of our gallery more pictures will follow of wonderful local businesses.
5. New community cafe at Pebsham Community Hub in Seabourne Road, Bexhill. Bexhill Food Bank volunteers are pictured.
New community cafe at Pebsham Community Hub in Seabourne Road, Bexhill. Bexhill Food Bank volunteers are pictured. Photo: Justin L
6. New landlords of the North Star in St Leonards. Dan and Jordan Ferguson.
New landlords of the North Star in St Leonards. Dan and Jordan Ferguson. Pic JL. Photo: Justin L
7. Official opening of Deluxe Bingo in Hastings on June 21 2025. Jeremy Godden, Director of Godden Gaming Organisation, and mayor of Hastings Becca Horn.
Official opening of Deluxe Bingo in Hastings on June 21 2025. Jeremy Godden, Director of Godden Gaming Organisation, and mayor of Hastings Becca Horn. Photo: Justin Lycett
8. Bexhill Artrium at 17a Parkhurst Road, Bexhill. Rosa Maria Dudzinski is pictured with some of her artwork in the background.
Bexhill Artrium at 17a Parkhurst Road, Bexhill. Rosa Maria Dudzinski is pictured with some of her artwork in the background. Photo: Justin L