An Historic Presentation on the Hawkhurst Gang. | The Sussex Smuggler

 The Hawkhurst Gang: England’s First Organised Crime Syndicate

Eastbourne, are you ready to meet the gang that ruled the South East?

The Sussex Smuggler is proud to bring this exclusive, touring talk to our town. The Hawkhurst Gang weren't just smugglers; they were a powerhouse of organized crime with zero respect for the law, effectively turning our coast into a de facto smuggling state.

Some of their descendants are still walking among us today—is the history in your blood?

 

Why you can’t miss this:

A Proven Hit:Fresh from the Crawley Museum, Pevensey History Festival, and the Weymouth Pirate Festival and Shoreham Wordfest.

Local History Reimagined: Discover how this notorious group reshaped the history of the South East.

Exclusive Event: This is a limited engagement for Eastbourne history buffs and true crime fans alike.

 

Tickets & Vital Info

Online Tickets Only:

Contribution: £6 (All proceeds go directly toward hall hire)

 

Note:Tickets are available *exclusively* via our online box office. No tickets will be sold at the door.