A celebration of all that's excellent in food and drink in Sussex. Check out the
Brighton Food Festival events.
... there's something on most days of the festival.
Artwave, Lewes
Saturday 28th August - Sunday 12th September 2010
Artwave is the annual festival of the visual arts in Lewes and the surrounding towns and villages of East Sussex. Download the brochure of events
here.
Hastings Seafood and Wine Festival
Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th September 2010
Cinemas in Sussex
Contact details and links to cinemas in Sussex; this section also includes links to town and village Film Societies, including the
Ditchling Film Society
Theatres in Sussex
Check here first - for the large, commercial theatres in Brighton and the other seaside towns, through to the local Amateur Dramatics Groups who produce quality plays and shows in their village halls.
Concerts and music in Sussex
Check out our Sussex Concerts page for classical and modern music events.
Sussex museums
From small village museums, such as
Ditchling Museum
to the larger town and city museums, there's something for every age group and interest in these Sussex museums.
Ropetackle Centre, Shoreham
We haven't visited this arts centre yet but our favourite guitarist, Shoreham-based
Richard Durrant
(who composed and played the music for the Luke Holland's five-part BBC documentary series set in and around the Sussex village of Ditchling), plays regularly at the Ropetackle, so I am confident that it must be a great venue. It offers a wide range of events and activities, from dancing to concerts. exhibitions and plays.
Charleston Farmhouse
Stunning house and gardens created by Vanessa Bell and other members of the Bloomsbury Group. A fascinating and beautiful place to visit, set in the heart of the Sussex South Downs, just off the A27, East of Brighton. Precise directions are provided on their website.
Middle Farm
Very close to Charleston Farmhouse, above, this brilliant farm on the A27 near Firle, is a great place to take the family - young and old alike will enjoy the animals, the fresh farm shop produce and the restaurant. Middle Farm also holds regular Farmers' Markets on Sundays, courses in keeping hens and other activities such as an annual Apple Festival. You can also organise your child's Birthday Party at there or simply take your kids to see the cows being milked! Precise directions are provided on their website.
Other events and activities
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Midhurst Camera Club Photographic Exhibition
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The Club is holding its second public exhibition in support of the Madhurst Festivities (Midhurst Arts and Drama) over the August Bank Holiday Weekend ...
As You Like It 26-31st July
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Bexhill Amateur Theatrical Society will present Shakespeare's 'As You Like It' in the lovely setting of Bexhill Manor Gardens.
From Monday 26th July to ...
Censored and Approved Art Exhibition Steyning 16-18th July
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The Cowshed Studio Washington Road Steyning will host a new exhibition of works by 3 Local Artists
Natural timber sculptures, paintings and other artwork ...
Hastings Strollers - taking the bus for a walk! 27th July 2010 & monthly
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We are a small group, hoping to grow, interested in walking and exploring our environment.
Our intention is to have a walk every four weeks, probably ...
Rusper Sussex Car Boot Sale - Sunday afternoons
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Our famously friendly and fun Sunday afternoon sussex-surrey border car boot sale has become the top destination for 1st time sellers and over 2000 afternoon ...
Uckfield Art Trail 9th-18th July 2010
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Uckfield Art Trail - 9 - 18th July 2010
The Uckfield Art Trail: based in eleven venues in and around Uckfield, involving local artists, both amateur ...
Ringmer Steam & Country Show - 24th & 25th July 2010
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Ringmer Steam and Country Show 2010
Being held Sat 24th/Sun 25th July 2010 - Steam engines, vintage motorcycles, cars, tractors, fire engines, military,...
Firle Place Horse Trials and Country Fair, August 29th 2010
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Fun for all the family and the dogs in the beautiful parkland surrounding Firle Place, nr Lewes - including our very own "dog heaven" with the hugely popular ...
Shipley Short Mat Bowls
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Shipley Short Mat Bowls club meeets every Tuesday evening 7pm to 9pm in the Andrew Hall. Small friendly teams. Please call 01403 741467 or turn up if you ...
ARTS COURSES AT LILAC STUDIO IN FOREST ROW
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SELF DEVELOPMENT THROUGH ARTISTIC CREATIVITY.
Discover laws, moods and rhythms of the nature.
Practice observation, work with forms and colours.
Find ...
Curry and Beer night with RetrOactive in aid of HART - 12th November 2010
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The Henfield Hall will play host to the 11 piece band RetrOactive on Friday 12th November 2010 in a fun-filled curry and beer night, all in aid of HART ...
Wivelsfield Village Day 17th July 2010
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Wivelsfield Village Day Saturday 17th July 2010, 10am - 4:30pm on the recreation ground in Wivelsfield Green. Run on a voluntary basis, the Village Day ...
Visit the Sussex Past site for additional events
The Sussex Archaeological Society has been in existence since 1846 and, as a registered charity, it exists to promote sites of archaeological and/or historical interest in Sussex. Numerous activities and events are held at these sites which will appeal to families and visitors of all ages. Now widely known in its abbreviated form as Sussex Past, the Society maintains and opens six historic sites of interest to the public.
In East Sussex:
The Long Man of Wilmington
Michelham Priory
The Priest's House in Alfriston
Lewes Castle
Bull House, Lewes
and in West Sussex:
Marlipins Museum, Shoreham-by-Sea
Fishbourne Royal Palace, near Chichester
Enjoy sports and games? Check out the Sussex County Sports site.
Look here for information about all kinds of sporting activities in Sussex, including lessons in your local area in a wide range of games - badminton, tennis, table tennis etc.
Local clubs and classes
New Dance Class for Adults in Crowborough
'Monday Morning Music and Movement'
First class Monday 21st Sept'09: 9.30-10.30am
The Whitehill Centre, Whitehill Rd, Crowborough TN6 1NT
Start the week with a warm-up that draws on several dance techniques and approaches to movement, as well as a wide range of music. This is an opportunity to learn and create dance with a dancer/choreographer who has over 20 years professional experience in contemporary dance, including 12 years in the Rambert Dance Company. Previous experience of dance classes not essential.
To discuss further or book a place please telephone Lucy on 01892 661328 or 07949 174824.
Sussex Bird Keeping Club
Club for people interested in keeping and showing birds. Monthly Meetings are held in the King Edward Hall, High Street, Lindfield, West Sussex RH16 2HH, on the 4th Wednesday of every month between 8 - 10 pm.
Central Sussex CBA is a small, friendly, family club with members varying from children to pensioners and all grades in between.The club meets once a month to discuss birds and bird keeping ~ raffle and refreshments available.
What's on for families in Sussex?
Ideas and an increasing number of links to places and events of interest to families.
Fantastic outdoor activities on and around the Sussex South Downs
Great range of activities on and around the Sussex South Downs - whether you're visiting for a fun day out or spending time here on holiday, check out these suggestions and links to other helpful sites.
Paintballing in Sussex
Located just north of Brighton, near Henfield, this paintballing site at the foot of the Sussex South Downs is lots of fun. Participants must be 12 years+ and 12-13 year-olds have to be accompanied by a non-playing adult.
What's on at Clair Hall, Haywards Heath?
Clair Hall in Haywards Heath regularly has films, shows and concerts.
Contact us to include your event or venue.
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