The Saffrons SPORTS CLUB
Compton Place - Eastbourne - Sussex
In the heart of the community
Our multi-sport ground spans 18 acres in Eastbourne, East Sussex. Established in 1886, it’s steeped in sporting tradition and the home of Cricket, Hockey and Football in the town. We host events in the Taproom and have visiting food trucks every Friday to Sunday - see who’s coming up below.
The Saffrons is managed by a charitable trust, The Eastbourne Saffrons Sports Club Trust. We want more people to be able to enjoy a wider variety of activities and benefit from the grounds. Find out more about our aims here.
FOOD TRUCKS AT THE SAFFRONS
Friday 23 October, 2 - 9pm
Smoked beef brisket, smash burgers, crispy chicken, loaded fries, dirty mac cheese + Yorkshire wraps & vegetarian options by Downtown Deli.
Saturday 24 October, 1 - 9pm
Smash burgers by Kiek in de Kook.
Sunday 25 October, 8.30 - 4pm
Your breakfast favourites & coffee, followed by Sunday roast-filled Yorkshire puddings lunchtime onwards by Downtown Deli.
hospitality
With a variety of sports and activities across the grounds and on-site Gun Brewery Taproom, the Saffrons is a great venue for corporate hospitality and team-building events. Get in touch to find out how we can tailor a package of sport, wellbeing and relaxed social time for your business.
Our MEMBER Clubs
EASTBOURNE CRICKET CLUB
One of Sussex’s Premier Cricket Clubs, Eastbourne CC plays its home fixtures at the Saffrons throughout the summer. The Club runs 4 senior Saturday sides, a Women’s XI, a midweek T20 team, a thriving junior section, and Forward Drive, a free junior program for 4-9 year olds.
EASTBOURNE HOCKEY CLUB
The Hockey Club make use of the Saffrons astro pitch throughout the Autumn and Winter months. The club hosts matches at the Saffrons for its multiple Men’s, Women’s and Junior teams, as well as regular social events, at the the weekends, and training sessions during the week.
EASTBOURNE TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB
The oldest senior Football Club in Sussex, Eastbourne Town have played their home matches at the Saffrons since the ground’s founding in 1886. Now playing in the Southern Combination Premier League, the Club runs 4 teams from U18s and pulls in healthy crowds to every home game.