The Stade Open Space

The Stade Open Space is an outdoor venue in Hastings Old Town, available to organisers planning small to medium-sized events. Its open setting suits food festivals, markets, art installations, community gatherings, cultural celebrations and intimate live music. The site covers approximately 2,000 square metres and includes electrical and water points to support event infrastructure and practical setup needs.

The venue is close to Hastings’ seafront and a well-visited part of the Old Town. Nearby on-street and off-street parking can help with visitor access, while Hastings mainline station offers rail connections to London, Brighton, Gatwick Airport and Ashford International. Its location makes it a distinctive choice for events that benefit from a coastal setting and a public-facing atmosphere.

Organisers can enquire about hiring the space through Hastings Borough Council’s event planning team. Booking is subject to the site’s terms and conditions and to the requirements of the Foreshore Trust, which owns much of the area. These include restrictions on charging visitors for entry: ticketed access is limited to charitable or not-for-profit hires. Commercial bookings are possible, provided the public can enter without an admission charge. The space may therefore suit activities such as a market or vehicle display where organisers pay to use the site but do not charge the public to attend. Event planners should check the conditions and discuss their proposal with the council before confirming arrangements.