WayfinderWoman Glitter Gala 2025
2025-03-08 18:30 - 23:00 (Europe/London)
A fundraising dinner and show with welcome drinks courtesy for Carr Taylor.
March 8th 2025, 6.30pm – 11pm
We will (as part of the evening) be celebrating three local women who will be the recipients of our WayfinderWoman of the year Awards.
You can buy tickets here

Workshop - Save energy & reduce your bills!
2025-03-11 11:00 - 12:00 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
Join us at the WayfinderWoman Hub to get tips and advice from your local community energy advice service, Energise Sussex Coast.
Whether you are struggling with your bills or wanting to reduce your carbon emissions, or both, Helen will take you through easy tips for reducing your energy use and give you an overview of insulation, solar and heat pumps and grants available for these. You can even take away some energy saving freebies such as draughtproofing or LED lightbulbs!
See more about Energise Sussex Coast on their website energisesussexcoast.co.uk.
Please note that this session is being hosted by WayfinderWoman and so is for women only.

Step into Confidence
2025-03-22 10:00 - 13:00
FREE TRAINING from WayfinderWoman in Eastbourne (women only)
Want a bit of help to make that confident step into a new job or career, make that presentation, go into a meeting, or just to be able to stand up for yourself?
A look at how, as women, we can become more confident.
In a small group, we will explore how and when we can show confidence and learn from the wisdom of each other.
It’s open to women of any age, from any background, in a small supportive group of like-minded people we’ll explore what it is that makes us unconfident and start laying foundations to build the confidence that you want or need.
You’ll come away with some tools that will help you on your journey.
In similar workshops women say, “It’s great to know that others feel just like I do and we can give each other support.”
So join in and start stepping into confidence!
Trainer: Laura Murphy, Founder of WayfinderWoman
Duration: 3 hours
(Venue to be announced, but it will be in Eastbourne)

Menopause Demystified
2025-04-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Emmanuel Church, Upperton Road, Eastbourne, BN21 1LQ
*We are asking for a £10 donation for this workshop, to be applied when booking.
Menopause is often portrayed as a time to be endured, but this natural life transition could be seen as one of the potent and powerful times of your life, where you can get back your pizzaz. So WayfinderWoman are celebrating the menopause and helping you find your pizazz!

Are you approaching, or going through, the menopause?
Are you confused by what is happening to you?
Are you post-menopausal yet still experiencing symptoms and want to know what to do?
Do the conflicting headlines make you feel anxious and unsure about the best step forward?
Would you like to know the best route through and how you can support yourself?
Would you like to see this natural life transition as one of the potent and powerful times of your life?
Would you like to get back your ‘ pizzazz’?

If you answered ‘yes’ to the questions above, this workshop is for you!
Run by a woman and open to women only, this half-day will transform your thinking, give you the tools to be in control, empower you to own this brilliant time of life and take away the fear and uncertainty. You can’t afford to miss it!
Each participant receives a robust reference book that is theirs to keep together with a ‘goody bag’ of appropriate give aways.
** Because of this we’re asking for a donation of £10 when you book. **

CV Building Workshop
2025-04-28 12:30 - 14:30 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
FREE TRAINING from WayfinderWoman in Eastbourne (women only)
Using our CV Builder Buster template, refresh and rebuild your CV for job applications and interviews. Discover how the Builder Buster helps you build your CV profile and tell the stories that will appeal to employers.
Topics include:

How do I write a good CV?
The 3 critical ‘must haves’ for a CV
What is the format of a CV
What should not be included in a CV
Writing a personal profile

The CV building workshop is the first in a series of three engaging workshops designed to enhance your professional skills and career prospects.
20th May – Job Search Workshop
10th June – Interview Skills Workshop
You are welcome to attend all three workshops to fully benefit from the comprehensive skill-building experience, or you can select the sessions that are most relevant to your personal career goals.
These workshops supported by the National Lottery.
Trainer: Laura Murphy, Founder of WayfinderWoman
Duration: 2 hours

Unlock Your Creativity
2025-05-10 13:00 - 17:00 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
Do you feel blocked or stuck creatively or personally?
Would you love to be more creative?
In this Creative Self Discovery workshop, we will explore the three main tools for unblocking your creativity as set out by Julia Cameron in The Artists Way.
Using these creative tools, you can connect with your inner artist,and discover the powerful creative Self that you are.
Using some simple fun exercises we will get your creative flow moving, with writing,play, and hands on art making with different media.
No experience needed. Let loose your inner artist!
IMPORTANT: This is NOT a ‘learn how to paint and draw’ class.
It is about unlocking your creative self and having fun in the process!
All materials supplied |Women only workshop
**£10 donation required when booking**

Job Search Workshop
2025-05-20 12:30 - 14:30 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
FREE TRAINING from WayfinderWoman in Eastbourne (women only)
Are you overwhelmed by the amount of jobs you are applying for? Are you not getting interviews?
In this workshop we will go through job applications and help you sift through the job descriptions to find the right ones for you. It follows on from our CV Builder Buster workshop.

We will go through the critical things to look out for in job adverts so you get the best fit for you.
We will explore how you can adjust your CV to suit the job you are applying for.
You’ll find out how to make your CV stand out in the crowd.
We will discuss how do you get past that first ‘sift’ when applying via an on-line questionnaire
That and more – what questions do you want to ask?

Bring along any job adverts you have seen, or any job descriptions that have been sent to you as we will be working through them so you can take away practical examples.
The Job Search Workshop is the second in a series of three engaging workshops, designed to enhance your professional skills and career prospects.
28th April – CV Building Workshop
10th June – Interview Skills Workshop
You are welcome to attend all three workshops to fully benefit from the comprehensive skill-building experience, or you can select the sessions that are most relevant to your personal career goals.
These workshops supported by the National Lottery.
Facilitator: Laura Murphy, Founder of WayfinderWoman
Duration: 2 hours

Mono Printing for Beginners - Free workshop
2025-05-21 10:30 - 12:00 | The Sheldon B&B, 9 Burlington Place, Eastbourne, BN21 4AS
Learn how to create basic mono prints under the guidance of local artist Tania Long.

Eastbourne Carnival
2025-05-24 14:00 - 16:30 | Fishermans Green, Royal Parade, Eastbourne, BN22 7AA, United Kingdom
Come celebrate with WayfinderWoman at the Eastbourne Carnival!
Join the WayfinderWoman team for a fun-filled day at the Eastbourne Carnival!
This year’s theme is Celebrations of the World, so get ready to see a dazzling array of costumes as we parade from Fisherman’s Green to the Wishtower Slopes. Don’t miss out on the festivities!

Bead craft workshop
2025-06-04 10:30 - 11:30 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
Come and browse our beads and attachments and create your own crafty piece to take away.
All equipment provided.
Click here to book your place.

Cuppa & Community - Drop in coffee morning for women
2025-06-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven, BN9 9LH, United Kingdom
Join WayfinderWoman at the Hillcrest Centre on Monday 9th June, from 10–11am.
Enjoy a cuppa, a biscuit, and a friendly space to chat and connect.

Interview Skills Workshop
2025-06-10 12:30 - 14:30 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
FREE TRAINING from WayfinderWoman in Eastbourne (women only)
Do you get flustered in interviews? This workshop will give you interview tools and tips to help you communicate and connect with an employer, for work or business.
We will look at how you plan for interviews and help you connect with your authentic self and make connections with the person on the other side of the table.
The areas we cover:

Mind-set or Mind not set? The strengths you don’t know you have.
Planning the plan
Interview tricks and techniques.
How to boost your confidence

After attending this workshop, you will have the option to arrange to have face to face interview practice in the WayfinderWoman Hub in Eastbourne – sessions booked separately.
The Interview Skills Workshop is the second in a series of three engaging workshops, designed to enhance your professional skills and career prospects.
28th April – CV Building Workshop
20th May – Job Search Workshop
You are welcome to attend all three workshops to fully benefit from the comprehensive skill-building experience, or you can select the sessions that are most relevant to your personal career goals.
These workshops supported by the National Lottery.
Click here to book your place.

Pier2Peer 2025
2025-06-28 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday 28th June 2025
We’re taking bookings for our annual charity walk, run or cycle between Eastbourne and Hastings Pier. Join us whatever your fitness level for a bit of exercise, the chance to have a good chat with people you know, or new people and raise money for a good cause at the same time. Bring your colleagues, family, friends, dogs! All are welcome.
Book your ticket using this link.

Step into Confidence
2025-07-02 13:00 - 16:00 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
FREE TRAINING from WayfinderWoman in Eastbourne (women only)
Want a bit of help to make that confident step into a new job or career, make that presentation, go into a meeting, or just to be able to stand up for yourself?
A look at how, as women, we can become more confident.
In a small group, we will explore how and when we can show confidence and learn from the wisdom of each other.
It’s open to women of any age, from any background, in a small supportive group of like-minded people we’ll explore what it is that makes us unconfident and start laying foundations to build the confidence that you want or need.
You’ll come away with some tools that will help you on your journey.
In similar workshops women say, “It’s great to know that others feel just like I do and we can give each other support.”
So join in and start stepping into confidence!
Trainer: Laura Murphy, Founder of WayfinderWoman
Click here to book your place.

Creative Writing for Beginners
2025-07-16 10:30 - 11:30 | The Sheldon B&B, 9 Burlington Place, Eastbourne, BN21 4AS
Fancy trying creative writing but not sure where to start? Interested to learn new tips and tricks? Just like the idea of some creative immersion?
Come and join us for an inspiring workshop to get your creative juices flowing! No writing experience needed.
Led by Helen Dennis, local author.
Click here to book your place.

Recycled Art Workshop - Paper Mache
2025-07-26 13:00 - 17:00 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
Join us for a fun and messy recycled art session!
Unleash your creativity with paper mache, altered art, and found objects. Bring something to transform and let your imagination run wild!
Ideas to explore: Light bulb birds, money boxes, maracas, or a ‘Dreams Jar’ for your hopes and fears.
What to bring: Favorite brushes or drawing tools, an old light bulb (round type), jar, tin, or box, and any found objects ready for a new life as art. A bit of lateral thinking goes a long way!
Don’t forget an apron or old shirt!
Lets turn the ordinary into something extraordinary!
** We are asking for a £10 donation to cover materials **
Click here to book your place.

September Cultural Swap
2025-09-17 10:30 - 11:30 | The Sheldon B&B, 9 Burlington Place, Eastbourne, BN21 4AS
Welcome to the September Cultural Swap event at The Sheldon B&B!
Join us to share your recommendations of books, recipes, podcasts, music or TV and film. Connect with others and take away some new ideas for future cultural experiences!This in-person event is a great opportunity to broaden your horizons and make new friends.
Don’t miss out on this unique chance to celebrate diversity and learn something new. See you there!

Step into Confidence
2025-09-23 13:00 - 16:00 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
Want a bit of help to make that confident step into a new job or career, make that presentation, go into a meeting, or just to be able to stand up for yourself?
A look at how, as women, we can become more confident.
In a small group, we will explore how and when we can show confidence and learn from the wisdom of each other.
It’s open to women of any age, from any background, in a small supportive group of like-minded people we’ll explore what it is that makes us unconfident and start laying foundations to build the confidence that you want or need.
You’ll come away with some tools that will help you on your journey.
In similar workshops women say, “It’s great to know that others feel just like I do and we can give each other support.”
So join in and start stepping into confidence!
Book your place here
Trainer: Laura Murphy, Founder of WayfinderWoman

SMEs Financial Futures: Thrive or Just Survive?
2025-11-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom, Eastbourne, East Sussex, GB - United Kingdom, BN21 4RJ
How do you secure the financial future of your company so you can grow customers and profits in a world where turbulence seems to be the order of the day?
Open to all, this conference brings together six influential local, national and international speakers to give insights into the issues and possible solutions for SMEs facing the major challenges of the day. How do you secure the financial future of your company so you can grow customers and profits in a world where turbulence seems to be the order of the day?
Join us for the whole event or part. (registration from 1:00pm) The virtual link will be sent on booking your spot through Eventbrite.
Speakers include: Christina Ewbank, CEO of Eastbourne Unltd, Nicky Fisher of insolvency experts Herron Fisher, HR specialist and leading lawyer Victoria Regan and international speaker Alistair Wickens.
The event is geared towards business owners and employers in East Sussex and beyond. It is free although we do ask for a donation of at least £5 to go towards our mission of helping vulnerable women.
Click here to secure your place.

Autumn Wellbeing Fayre
2025-11-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Gildredge House, Compton Place Road, Eastbourne, BN20 8AB
Come and join us for the day at our Wellbeing Fayre and get those Christmas gifts early!
Open from 10:00am to 4:00pm we’re welcoming female entrepreneurs (and their partners) to share any goods and services that support your wellbeing at home or in the workplace.
They might make candles or crystals; give advice on colour or make up; provide head massages or reflexology; sell arts and crafts; run courses on dealing with stress or being assertive; be an organisation that supports good physical or mental health for women and families. Whatever you’re looking for we’re pretty sure you’ll find it here.
Our venue is the wonderful Gildredge House with plenty of space and accessible parking making it easy for visitors. And we’ve timed it so that you can buy early for Christmas.
It’s free entry and bring lots of cash. With small traders cash is king!
Here are just a few of our exhibitors – all designed to help you feel good.
The Sussex Life Coach
Jean White Crochet
Complete Health Chiropractor
Inner Sole Reflexology
Bourne for Wellness
RMJ Wellbeing
Test-Based Nutrition
Tania Long Artist
Ihana Tarot
From Us To You Creations
My Life Today Fulfilment Coaching
Spirituitive
Macrame
Tropic Skincare
And more….!!!

Christmas Decoration Workshop
2025-11-29 10:00 - 12:30 | WayfinderWoman Hub, Suite 2 Highlight House, 8 St. Leonards Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3UH, United Kingdom
Add a handmade, sustainable touch to your Christmas this year!
Join us for a fun, festive workshop where you’ll create unique decorations from recycled materials.
Guided by local artist, Tania Long, you’ll learn how to make:
🎄 Sparkling baubles
🐦 Delicate birds
🧵 Mini woven decorations and more!
No experience needed – just bring your festive spirit and creativity. You’ll leave with a collection of beautiful, eco-friendly decorations for your home or as thoughtful gifts.
We are asking for a £6 donation to cover materials.
📅 Date: Saturday 29th November🕒 Time: 10am to 12.30pm📍
Location: The WayfinderWoman Hub
Click here to book your spot

International Women's Day Concert
2026-03-07 18:00 - 21:00 | The Brunswick, 1 Holland Road, Hove, BN3 1JF, United Kingdom
Save the Date – 7 March!
WayfinderWoman and the Lewes Music Group are joining forces for an inspiring International Women’s Day concert.
It’s being held at the premier independent music venue The Brunswick in Brighton with LMG’s very own Han Nelson and Alice Grace, as well as other guests and performers from LMG! Celebrating the music of some of the most influential female artists of the 20th century, they will pay tribute to artists such as Stevie Nicks, Carole King, Joni Mitchell and more, as well as playing some of their original music. Book your tickets here
If you want to enjoy The Brunswick’s famous Sunday lunch then book a pre-show table with them as all ticket holders get 20% off using the link on the ticket booking site.

Laura’s 24hr Danceathon
2026-05-15 12:00 - 2026-05-16 12:00 | MissionFiit Activity Hub, Unit 43, Station Road Industrial Estate, Station Road, Hailsham, BN27 2ER, United Kingdom
To celebrate her 70th year and secure the future of the charity she founded, Laura Murphy will be dancing for a full 24 hours from noon on Friday 15 May 2026!
This epic danceathon aims to raise vital funds for WayfinderWoman and Laura needs all the support she can get—whether you join in, cheer her on, or help behind the scenes.
Click here to find out more!

Pier2Peer 2026
2026-09-19 | Eastbourne Pier, 3 Grand Parade, Eastbourne, BN21 3EL, United Kingdom
Save the Date for Pier2Peer 2026!
The date is set, and plans are underway for this year’s Pier2Peer walk.
Keep an eye on this page for updates, registration info, and how you can get involved.
