The new Welcome Centre at Camber was officially opened on Friday October 3. The new building and extension took a year to build at the village's Central car park and sees an increase in the number of public toilets and showers on site.
Hastings and Rye MP Helena Dollimore and Rother District Council Leader Cllr Doug Oliver cut the ribbon declaring the building open for business.
As well as better toilet provision at the beach, the Centre also provides an improved headquarters for Operation Radcott - the multi-agency safety operation, increased first aid facilities, and permanent storage for the RNLI. There is also a community space for residents to use when Operation Radcott is not live.
Cllr Oliver explained how the new centre would benefit Camber. "It will enable our Coastal Operations Team to provide even better safety support for visitors who come to enjoy the beautiful beach and environment, and will be used to educate on dune protection and sea safety. The environmentally and economically sustainable building will also help the council in continuing its support of the Camber community."
There was surprise that local residents were not invited to the Centre's official opening said Camber Parish Councillor John Bradford. "The new toilets are bound to be welcomed by local people, holiday makers and visitors. A unique facility finally completed! It seems there was no public notification that this event would be happening. Perhaps more importantly it seems no local businesses, residents groups or the Parish Council were invited to attend."
RDC has been approached for comment.
Work was started by Baxall Construction in October 2024 with the help of funding from the district council, central government and the Community Infrastructure Levy.
