Hailsham Parish Church: Open Church
Visit the local Parish church in Hailsham (formerly St Mary’s) and take time to reflect and look around this beautiful, historic building. Free refreshments and colouring…
The holder of the now ancient and honourable civic title of Town Crier is Bruce Pont, appointed on 19th March 2025, who publicises a number of engagements in Hailsham and District throughout the year.
Chris Giles serves alongside Bruce as Deputy Town Crier.
The role of Town Crier was, since medieval times, one of the most important ways of spreading news and local bylaws, royal proclamations, market days, holidays and community events were all pronounced by a Bellman or Town Crier.
Today, the role is a ceremonial one and Hailsham’s Town Crier assists by opening major town events, introducing guest dignitaries to the town and introducing an element of pageantry to special occasions.
Contact the Town Crier
The Town Crier is available to ‘cry’ at many events including official openings of shops and businesses, school and church fetes, local festivals and processions, and various charity events. For further information on availability, please contact David Saxby (Hailsham Town Council) on 01323 841702 or send an email.