Sussex surfers can visit the theatre without stepping outside the front door.

Eastbourne Theatres has added a virtual tour of the three main venues operated by Eastbourne Borough Council to its web site, which has been relaunched after a design makeover.

Visitors to the site can click through the auditoriums, bars and conference facilities, all displayed with 360 degree photography.

Eastbourne Theatres general manager Chris Jordan said: "The virtual tour of our theatres is a fantastic way for the public to look at the venues before they book their tickets and for visiting companies to see the size and style of what we have to offer in advance."

The virtual tour pictures were knitted together by Brighton-based Utopia Technologies so viewers can sweep around the screen to see the locations from all angles.

The council plans to expand the site further by adding views of the stages from different locations to help people choose their seats when booking tickets. The site also includes a guide to forthcoming product-ions, information about disabled access and booking details.

www.theatres.eastbourne.org