Work is currently underway to restore the gardens and transform it into an ‘oasis of colour’.
Once finished, they will trial a ’sustainable planting showcase’ which will provide an ‘attractive year-round display’ while benefiting the environment, according to Eastbourne Borough Council.
The Carpet Gardens have gone through many transformations over the years – with displays dedicated to the NHS and the 650th anniversary of the Justices of the Peace.
They were even dug up in the hopes of uncovering the remains of a Roman villa in 2016. The archeological dig took place during a planned phase of replanting to ensure minimum disturbance.
Take a look at the photos below.
1. Look back at the Carpet Gardens over the years
The gardens pictured on May 11, 2013 Photo: Stephen Curtis
2. Look back at the Carpet Gardens over the years
The open top sightseeing bus passes the Carpet Gardens on July 8, 2013 Photo: Stephen Curtis
3. Look back at the Carpet Gardens over the years
The gardens in 1921 Photo: Archive
4. Look back at the Carpet Gardens over the years
An archaeological dig took place at the Gardens in October 2016 with the hopes of uncovering the remains of a Roman villa. Photo: JON RIGBY / PHOTOGRAPHER