Transliving Eastbourne
Weekend — October 2026
Shane Marcus
Transliving Eastbourne
Weekend — October 2026
Shane Marcus
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From 23–26 October, Transliving returned to the seaside resort of Eastbourne in East Sussex for our popular Eastbourne Weekend.
Two locally named storms made the weather particularly challenging throughout the weekend. Although some booked guests were unable to attend because of the storms and a recent cold virus, 85 guests joined us, with everyone reporting that they had a great time.
Rachel made her debut as our DJ for the weekend, providing a varied mix of music across all three nights.
Despite the weather, some guests ventured out for shopping during the day. Others enjoyed a matinée at the local theatre or joined a group visit to the Victorian Tearooms on the pier.
Guests who preferred to stay at the hotel were entertained by Tina’s quiz.
It was especially lovely to welcome so many new faces. The newcomers reported that they had thoroughly enjoyed the weekend and planned to return.
Two guests shared their appreciation of the weekend:
Linda said: “A thank you to you and your team for organising another lovely weekend.
I thoroughly enjoyed myself, have made new friends, and have grown in self-confidence and will certainly be back”
Jill said: “Hi Shane, thank you so much for a lovely weekend. This was my first visit, and everyone made me feel welcome and at ease. The hotel staff were brilliant.
As I told the girls, I’ll be back. October works best for me, but I’d love to come in March too if I can. Thank you again to you and everyone at Transliving for organising such a wonderful event.”
Feedback like this highlights what Transliving continues to do best after 46 years: bringing the wider trans community together, helping people build confidence and opening up new possibilities.
Bookings are now open for our next events. Details are available at www.transliving.co.uk/events.
Photographs courtesy of Alison Essex.
