Aike (ATC Tiger Eco) hand dryers @ Public Toilets, Egerton Park, Bexhill

Get ready to explore the cutting-edge (and surprisingly loud!) world of hand drying at the brand-new public toilets in Bexhill's Egerton Park! These aren't your average facilities; they were delivered fully assembled on a lorry, which means the hand dryers were likely installed by the toilet manufacturers themselves – a fascinating detail that changes the typical local council-choice narrative. Nestled right next to the now-closed old public toilets, these new conveniences have an intriguing backstory. While the previous facilities were attached to the Museum building, their access was only from the outside, maintained by the park. When the Museum needed the physical space where these external toilets stood, Rother District Council had to agree, paving the way for these modern replacements. Now, let's talk about the true stars of the show: the Aike ATC Tiger Eco hand dryers. These powerful units, made by Aike, are a bit of a rare find here in the UK, which makes their presence even more exciting! After rigorous testing, I can confidently say these performed extremely well, earning a strong 9/10! They truly get the job done, and if only they were a tad quieter, they'd be a perfect 10. You'll see them in action as I explore the general public toilets, and I genuinely wish more places in the UK would start installing them, as they are undoubtedly one of the best dryers on the market. Unfortunately, I couldn't access the Changing Places toilet as it required a specific code. However, thanks to my trusty Radar Key, I was able to gain entry to the disabled toilet, giving you a full tour of its amenities. Oh, and a quick note on the ambiance: the lighting in the toilets wasn't exactly cinematic, but given they're essentially self-contained "cabins," what would you expect? It adds to the authentic public toilet experience! But it wasn't all smooth sailing! I also encountered a peculiar design flaw with the main toilet doors. Due to the inclusion of fire seals, these doors don't quite close properly on their own, meaning you have to pull the door inwards and lock it simultaneously. This major design flaw led to some confusion, as people often tried pushing the doors instead, since it's not easy to tell from the outside whether they require a push or a pull. This issue was consistent across all the general toilets, though thankfully, not a problem in the disabled facility. And while I couldn't find a direct picture of the toilet block, the video will feature a shot of the welcoming park entrance to set the scene. And finally, a slight detour from my original plans! I had hoped to visit the newly refurbished public toilets on Devonshire Square, which were slated to re-open on 27/06/2025. However, upon arrival, work was still underway, so unfortunately, a visit to those facilities will have to wait for another video! Fine Print: This video description was generated with the assistance of Google Gemini. © Copyright 2025 Reuben’s Random Stuff. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this copyrighted footage without express written permission is strictly prohibited and will result in legal action under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 (UK).