About Sussex Greenways
Sussex Greenways was formed in January 2021. Our application to become a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) is currently pending.
TRUSTEES

Nick Hanna - Chair
A former travel writer, Nick founded Hastings Urban Bikes in 2005 and was instrumental in designing the Hastings Cycle Network. After moving to Beckley in 2010 he worked with the Rother Environmental Group on cycle routes within Rother and Rye. He’s a member of the umbrella organisation Cycle East Sussex and the founder of Sussex Greenways.

Sue Burton - Vice Chair
Sue is a keen cyclist, whether she’s commuting locally and touring in new places. She wants to give others the opportunity to enjoy being on a bike, getting about and improving fitness. She was the driving force behind Battle Health Pathway and Cycle Skills Area which was opened in 2020. This area provides a dynamic all-weather venue for young cyclists to hone their skills and start on their personal cycle journey. A pioneer at heart, she founded the 1066 Cycle Club in 2009 and is a member of Cycle East Sussex. She is deeply committed to conserving nature and enhancing biodiversity. She relishes every opportunity in the open air whether it’s walking or cycling or enjoying a picnic.
ADVISORY PANEL

Richard Watson
Richard is a former freelance journalist who also worked for the Environmental Change Institute. In the last 10 years he has co-founded several community energy co-operatives and was awarded the OBE in 2016 for services to the community of Sussex.

Martin Summers
Martin's passion for bikes started from a young age. In 1997 he set up his own cycle share business in Greenwich teaming up with other companies across London – before anyone had heard of Boris bikes. With his wife Wendy, he started Rye Bay E-bikes in 2018.