A number of public toilets across the district closed on a trial basis over the winter months. The decision was taken as Rother District Council faces a £3.8m budget shortfall for 2024/25. As a result of the trial, a number of sites remain closed, some sites have re-opened in conjunction with town and parish councils, and Rother District Council is continuing to operate 15 public toilet locations across the district. A full list of public toilets can be found below.
Over the last eighteen months, we’ve been in negotiations to see if the provision of public toilets could be devolved to town or parish councils. There have been some very positive discussions, and some toilets have been taken on by local parish and town councils, but there is still more to be done over the coming months.
The trial came into force on 13th November 2023 and ended on Friday, 1st March 2024. During this time, the Council consulted on the impact of the closures as part of the budget consultation to determine whether the right toilets had been chosen to remain open.
We asked all respondents which of the 13 sites we had kept open during the trial closure should remain open (until other arrangements were in place) or should close and be replaced by another site. There was strong majority support that all the 13 public toilet sites should remain open from all members of the public.
Full analysis from the consultation can be found here (pages 31-39): Consultation report to cabinet 05/02/2024
In response to a number of enquiries, we have produced a webpage containing some Frequently asked questions. This webpage will be updated regularly.
| Location | Postcode | Ladies | Gents | Disabled | Baby Changing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Market | TN33 0DR | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bexhill Cemetery | TN39 5JE | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | No |
| Bexhill Channel View East (Managed by Bexhill Town Council) | TN40 1JS | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Bexhill East Parade (Managed by Bexhill Town Council) | TN40 1NY | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Bexhill Devonshire Square (Managed by Bexhill Town Council) | TN40 1EA | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Sidley (Managed by Bexhill Town Council) | TN39 5BA | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Bexhill Egerton Park | TN39 3HL | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | No |
| Bexhill Egerton Park Changing Places Toilet | TN39 3HL | Please refer to end of page for further information | Please refer to end of page for further information | Access via the helpline (01249 823143) | No |
| Bexhill Polegrove Bowling (Managed by Sports Club) | TN39 3EX | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | No |
| Bexhill Polegrove Grandstand (Managed by Sports Club) | TN39 3EX | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | No |
| Bexhill West Parade (Managed by Bexhill Town Council) | TN39 3DT | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | No |
| Little Common Roundabout (Managed by Bexhill Town Council) | TN39 4LR | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Little Common Recreation Ground (Managed by Bexhill Town Council) | TN39 4LH | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Normans Bay (Managed by Bexhill Town Council) | BN24 6PR | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Camber West Car Park – Old (Apr-Sept) | TN31 7RB | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Camber West Car Park – New (closed for winter) | TN31 7RE | No | No | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Camber Central Car Park (Disabled Only) | TN31 7RH | No | No | Yes (Radar Key Required) | No |
| Pett Toilets (Managed by Parish Council) (April-September) | TN35 4EH | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Rye Lucknow Place Car Park | TN31 7LP | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Rye Station Approach | TN31 7AB | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Rye Strand – Strand Quay (Managed by Rye Town Council) | TN31 7DB | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Robertsbridge Car Park (Managed by Parish Council) | TN32 5NP | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | No |
| Rye Harbour (Managed by Parish Council) | TN31 7TU | Yes | Yes | Yes (Radar Key Required) | Yes |
| Winchelsea Town – disabled public toilet open to all users | TN36 4EX | No | No | Yes | N/A |
| Winchelsea Beach – disabled public toilet open to all users (Apr-Sept) | TN36 4LX | No | No | Yes | N/A |
Report a Problem
From time to time, vandalism, abuse or inappropriate use of facilities can occur in public toilets. If you see or witness any vandal damage or abuse, or have any information regarding any incidents, please call 01424 787000. Calls will be treated in the strictest confidence. Alternatively call the Police on 0845 60 70 999. Your help in keeping our toilets in an acceptable condition is much valued and appreciated. Thank you.
For any other enquiries please call 01424 787000 or report an issue using our online form.
Disabled Facilities
Accessible public toilets for disabled people can be accessed using a RADAR key.
RADAR (The Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation) has now merged into Disability Rights UK, and they coordinate the National Key Scheme. Buy your genuine RADAR key from Disability Rights UK. You are advised not to buy a cheap copy from elsewhere as it may not work.
Please click the button below to access our list of Accessible facilities within the Bexhill area.
Changing Places Toilet, Egerton Park
The CPT is currently closed for refurbishment. Apologies for any inconveniences caused and we aim to reopen as soon as repairs are complete.
Rother District Council have installed a new Changing Places toilet in Egerton Park. This has been Installed thanks to grant funding provided by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) with support from Bexhill Museum and in association with Muscular Dystrophy UK.
Please visit Changing Places Website for Information on gaining access and planning your visit (link: https://www.changing-places.org/find?toilet=3207)
The Changing Places Toilet are specific public facilities for:
People with profound and multiple learning disabilities or with physical disabilities such as spinal injuries, muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis often need extra equipment and space to allow them to use the toilets safely and comfortably.
These needs are met by Changing Places toilets. Changing Places Toilets enable anyone, regardless of their disability, to go to the shops, attend hospital appointments, enjoy community life, socialise and travel. All the things that most of us take for granted every day. Changing Places toilets should be provided in addition to standard accessible toilets.
The facility will be open in line with the existing Public Toilets in Egerton park with current opening times of 8am-6pm every day. If you have any further queries please contact Rother District Council on 01424 787000 or email NeighbourhoodServices@rother.gov.uk
Below is a picture of the complete Changing Places Toilet
