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The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show at De La Warr Pavilion
Sat 18 Oct 25
The De La Warr Pavilion, Marina, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex TN40 1DP
The Sussex Guild is delighted to return for its eighth show at the De La Warr Pavilion this Autumn. You’ll find more than fifty makers in the...
Pevensey Bay table top sale
Sat 18 Oct 25
St Wilfrids Parich Church
Eastbourne Rd
Pevensey Bay BN24 6ER
Table top sale held in St Wilfrids church hall, Pevensey Bay on sat 18th Oct from 10-12.
people will be selling thier surplus items including craft...
Phil Nichol 'Trying My Best' UK Tour
Thu 16 Oct 25
Crown House, Marina, Hastings, St Leonards, Saint Leonards-on-sea, United Kingdom TN38
The multi-award-winning Canadian comedian Phil Nichol is back with his first tour in seven years – and he’s bringing the very best of his stand-up to...
Season Finale
Thu 16 Oct 25
Brighton Racecourse, Freshfield Road, Brighton BN9 9XZ
Stir up your Tuesday with a relaxed day and some casual sports action! Join us for our Season Finale for some Afternoon Racing in Brighton and an...
Photo Hastings 'Degrees of Stillness'
Thu 16 Oct 25
Hastings Arts Forum
20 Marine Court
St Leonards on Sea TN38 0DX
'Degrees of Stillness' invites the viewer into quiet spaces, where time seems to hold its breath...
FREE taster session with the Lewes Rock Choir
Thu 16 Oct 25
Cliffe Hall, Cliffe High Street, Lewes BN7 2AH
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The Lewes Rock Choir is led by local musician Charlotte Nash...
Materialised
Wed 15 Oct 25
The Regency Town House, 13 Brunswick Sq, Hove BN3 1EH
DESIGN-NATION SOUTH: MATERIALISED
Acclaimed artists and designers to showcase their work in a unique Brighton venue...
FREE taster session with the Crowborough Rock Choir
Tue 14 Oct 25
United Church, Croft Road, Crowborough TN6 1HA
If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Crowborough?' then why not join your local Rock Choir...
FREE taster session with the Eastbourne Rock Choir
Mon 13 Oct 25
Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Road, Eastbourne BN21 1UE
Are you looking to find a choir?
Your local Eastbourne choir is run by vocal tutor Charlotte Nash...
Lorenzo Micheli: Capriccio for Classical Guitar
Sat 11 Oct 25
Hove Methodist Church, Portland Rd, Hove BN3 5DR
Praised by The Washington Post as “extraordinarily sensitive – nothing less than rapturous,” Lorenzo Micheli is among the world’s leading classical...
Bexhill Choral October Concert
Sat 11 Oct 25
St. Peters Church, Church Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 2HE
BACH – CANTATA 196
SCARLATTI – DIXIT DOMINUS
SCHUBERT – MASS IN G
Bexhill Choral Society
Kenneth Roberts conductor
Sussex Concert Orchestra...
Deck the halls at Dobbies’ Christmas Launch Weekend
Thu 9 Oct 25
Warren Road, Brighton BN2 9XX
Christmas has come early as Dobbies Garden Centres kicks off the season in style at its Christmas Launch Weekend which takes place from Thursday 9 to...
The Baronet and his Architect
Thu 9 Oct 25
Herstmonceux Castle Estate
Wartling Road Entrance
Hailsham
East Sussex BN27 1RN
We are delighted to host a special lecture by renowned historian Dr. Steven Bednarski, entitled The Baronet and His Architect.
Dr...
Join our choir in Hastings for a FREE taster session
Wed 8 Oct 25
The Hastings Centre, The Ridge, Hastings TN34 2SA
If you are wanting to find a local choir to join you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the Rock Choir...
Join our choir in Hastings for a FREE taster session
Wed 8 Oct 25
The Hastings Centre, The Ridge, Hastings TN34 2SA
If you are wanting to find a local choir to join you'll find a warm welcome with us in the Rock Choir...
Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense
Wed 8 Oct 25
Rottingdean Public Hall
Park Road
Rottingdean
Brighton BN2 7HL
By David and Robert Goodale based on the work of P.G. Wodehouse
Directed by Dean Burke
Bertie Wooster decides it’s time for the world to be...
Tuesday 7th October- Autumn Afternoon Racing
Tue 7 Oct 25
Brighton Racecourse, Freshfield Road, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN2 9XZ
Cheer up your Tuesday with a touch of excitement and some easy going sporting action! Join us for Tuesday Afternoon Racing in Brighton for an...
Join our choir in Brighton for a FREE taster session
Tue 7 Oct 25
Withdean Sports Complex, Tongdean Lane, Brighton BN1 5JD
If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll like singing with us in the Rock Choir.
Your local Brighton choir is run by vocal tutor...
Bates Green Garden - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 5 Oct 25
Bates Green Garden, Arlington BN26 6SH
This plantswomans tranquil garden provides interest through the seasons. Woodland garden created around a majestic oak tree...
Play Back Forward exhibition
Sun 5 Oct 25
Hove Museum of Creativity, 19 New Church Road, Hove BN3 4AB
Play Back Forward explores the legacy of Brighton and Hove’s early film pioneers, George Albert Smith, Laura Bayley Smith, and James Williamson...
Trouble, Struggle, Bubble and Squeak
Sat 4 Oct 25
Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton and Hove BN1 1UE
After a critically acclaimed run at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning theatre maker Victoria Melody (Northern Soul, Hair Peace, Major Tom,...
Kotimaki - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 4 Oct 25
Kotimaki, Heathfield TN21 8UH
Large creatively planted gardens featuring a long double border within yew hedging, rockery, shade garden, exotic garden, pot garden, wildflower...
FREE taster session with the Hove Rock Choir
Thu 2 Oct 25
Central United Reformed Church, Ventnor Villas, Hove BN3 3YF
Do you want to find a local choir to join near you?
The Hove Rock Choir is led by singing teacher Charlotte Nash...
HAF Volunteer& Trustees Exhibition
Thu 2 Oct 25
Hastings Arts Forum
20 Marine Court
St Leonards on Sea TN38 0DX
Hastings Arts Forum is delighted to present and exhibition of artworks created by our Volunteers and Trustees...
Autumn Afternoon Racing- Monday 29th September
Mon 29 Sep 25
Brighton Racecourse, Freshfield Road, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN2 9XZ
Autumn Is In The Air
We love horse racing in September! The leaves are starting to change, the air is starting to get crisp, and we can fully...
FREE taster session with the Eastbourne Rock Choir
Mon 29 Sep 25
Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Road, Eastbourne BN21 1UE
If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Eastbourne?' then why not join your local Rock Choir...
The Quirky Wedding Fayre at Yoghurt Rooms
Sun 28 Sep 25
Yoghurt Rooms, Busses Farm, Harwoods Ln, East Grinstead RH19 4NL
?Alternative wedding fairs for rule-breakers & rebels!?
Ready to shake up wedding planning? Welcome to The Quirky Wedding Fayre, the ultimate...
Interstellar: Roger Sayer performs Hans Zimmer's film soundtrack
Sat 27 Sep 25
St. Dunstan's Church, High Street, Mayfield TN20 6AQ
This September, the stars will align over Mayfield with an extraordinary day of events at St Dunstan’s Church celebrating space, science, and...
Bluebell Railway Murder Mystery
Fri 26 Sep 25
Bluebell Railway - Starting and ending your journey at Sheffield Park Railway Station TN22 3QL
Addlestrop The Mainline to Murder - Murder & Mystery on The Bluebell Railway
Solve our dastardly Murder Mystery, whilst enjoying a three-hour...
Journeys Festival of Dance
Fri 26 Sep 25
Bridge Cottage, Uckfield
Hailsham High Street
De La Warr Pavilion Terrace, Bexhill TN40 1DP
Journeys Festival of Dance returns this September with three days of free, family-friendly performances in Uckfield, Hailsham, and Bexhill...
THE GROUP for unattached men and women, aged 55+, Lewes
Thu 25 Sep 25
The Dorset, Malling Street, Lewes BN7 2RD
The Group has meetings in Lewes on the fourth Thursday evening of every month. It also meets in Brighton, Burgess Hill, Worthing and Horsham...
FREE taster session with the Crowborough Rock Choir
Tue 23 Sep 25
United Church, Croft Road, Crowborough TN6 1HA
If you are wanting to find a local choir to join you'll find a happy place with us in the Rock Choir...
Join our choir in Brighton for a FREE taster session
Tue 23 Sep 25
Withdean Sports Complex, Tongdean Lane, Brighton BN1 5JD
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
The Brighton Rock Choir is led by local vocal tutor Charlotte Nash...
FREE taster session with the Eastbourne Rock Choir
Mon 22 Sep 25
Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Road, Eastbourne BN21 1UE
Are you looking to find a local choir to join?
Your local Eastbourne choir is run by choir leader Charlotte Nash...
Aspects of North Laine - Brighton Old & New – a walk with Geoffrey Mead
Sun 21 Sep 25
St. Nicholas Church, Dyke Road, Church Street, Brighton & Hove BN1 3LJ
Heritage Open Day: Aspects of North Laine - Brighton Old & New - a walk with Geoffrey Mead. Join local historian Dr Geoffrey Mead for a 90-minute...
The Regency Town House - Costume Group, 'Lavender Bag Making' activity
Sun 21 Sep 25
The Regency Town House, 13 Brunswick Square, Brighton & Hove BN3 1EH
Heritage Open Day: A chance to work with the Costume Team at The Regency Town House. Join members of our Costume team for a short workshop session...
Bohemia Walled Garden Association
Sun 21 Sep 25
Bohemia Walled Garden Association, Summerfields Wood, Bohemia Road, Hastings TN34 1ET
Heritage Open Day: A chance to visit and explore the delights of this little known 'secret' walled garden...
Western Road – more than shops. A walk with Geoffrey Mead
Sun 21 Sep 25
St. Nicholas Church, Church Street, Dyke Road, Brighton & Hove BN1 3LJ
Heritage Open Day: Western Road - more than shops. A walk with Geoffrey Mead Join local historian Dr Geoffrey Mead for a 90-minute stroll around the...
Tidebrook Manor - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 21 Sep 25
Tidebrook Manor, Wadhurst TN5 6PD
A welcome return for this beautiful 4 acre country garden developed over the last 20 yrs with outstanding views of the Sussex countryside...
West Hill; Brighton's hidden neighbourhood – a walk with Geoffrey Mead
Sun 21 Sep 25
St. Nicholas Church, Church Street, Dyke Road, Brighton & Hove BN1 3LJ
Heritage Open Day: West Hill; Brighton's hidden neighbourhood - a walk with Geoffrey Mead. Join local historian Dr Geoffrey Mead for a...
Clifton Hill & Montpelier; Brighton's West End – a walk with Geoffrey Mead
Sun 21 Sep 25
St Nicholas Church, Church Street, Brighton & Hove BN1 3LJ
Heritage Open Day: Clifton Hill and Montpelier. A walk with Dr Geoffrey Mead. Join local historian Dr Geoffrey Mead for a 90-minute stroll around the...
A Music Quiz with a Difference…
Sat 20 Sep 25
Herstmonceux village Hall BN27 4JX
A friendly, informal, wide-ranging musical quiz night. You don’t have to be a serious music buff – enjoy pitting your wits against questions on...
Bexhill Street Market
Sat 20 Sep 25
Devonshire Road TN40 1AS
Bexhill-on-Sea Street Market
Supported by Bexhill-on-Sea Town Council
20th / 21st September 2025
Bexhill Street Market returns to Devonshire...
Bridge Cottage Heritage Centre
Sat 20 Sep 25
Bridge Cottage, High Street, Uckfield TN22 1AZ
Heritage Open Day: Bridge Cottage in Uckfield is a great example of a medieval Wealden hall house. It will be open to explore as part of the Festival...
Alfriston Clergy House Archaeology Finds
Sat 20 Sep 25
Alfriston Clergy House, The Tye, Alfriston BN26 5TL
Heritage Open Day: Have you ever wondered how heavy a cannon ball is? A wonderful opportunity to see the eclectic mix of the archaeological finds...
The Regency Town House - Costume Group, 'The Art of Tying a Cravat' activity
Sat 20 Sep 25
The Regency Town House, 13 Brunswick Square, Brighton & Hove BN3 1EH
Heritage Open Day: A chance to work with the Costume Team at The Regency Town House. Join members of our Costume team for a short workshop session...
Alfriston and the Cuckmere Valley
Fri 19 Sep 25
Alfriston Clergy House, The Tye, Alfriston, Polegate BN26 5TL
Heritage Open Day: Time travel through millions of years from the creation of the Cuckmere Valley to the bustling medieval village of Alfriston...
A Profiles of the Past Exhibition: William Hamlet, a singular artist
Fri 19 Sep 25
The Regency Town House, 13 Brunswick Square, Brighton & Hove BN3 1EH
Heritage Open Day: The artist William Hamlet the Elder (c.1749-1822) described himself as being, 'From Abroad...' and as '.....
Lewes Castle & Museum
Fri 19 Sep 25
Barbican House, 169 High Street, Lewes BN7 1YE
Heritage Open Day: Visit Lewes Castle, a Norman Castle built after the Battle of Hastings by supporters of William the Conqueror...
Brighton Cocktail Festival
Fri 19 Sep 25
Multiple venues across Brighton & Hove BN1 1YE
Join us for a city-wide celebration of mixology, and discover Brighton & Hove’s exceptional cocktail scene...
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Things to do around East Sussex
East Sussex, a picturesque county on the southeastern coast of England, offers a wide range of activities for a memorable day out. Whether you're interested in history, outdoor adventures, or cultural experiences, there's something for everyone. Let's explore some of the best things to do in East Sussex:
1. Royal Pavilion in Brighton:
- Begin your day by visiting the Royal Pavilion in Brighton. This exotic palace, built for King George IV, combines Regency grandeur with Indian and Chinese visual styles. Explore its colorful interiors, stunning gardens, and learn about its fascinating history.
2. The Lanes in Brighton:
- Afterward, wander through The Lanes, an area known for its eclectic mix of shops, boutiques, and restaurants. Explore the narrow alleys, discover unique treasures, and enjoy a meal at one of the charming eateries.
3. Seven Sisters Country Park:
- For nature enthusiasts, head to the Seven Sisters Country Park. Hike along the dramatic chalk cliffs, enjoy panoramic views of the English Channel, and spot wildlife. It's a great spot for picnics and photography.
4. Battle Abbey and Battlefield:
- Visit Battle Abbey and Battlefield, where the historic Battle of Hastings took place in 1066. Explore the abbey ruins, learn about the Norman Conquest, and enjoy the serene surroundings.
5. Hastings Old Town:
- Explore Hastings Old Town, a charming area with cobbled streets, historic buildings, and fishing boats. Visit the Fishermen's Museum, stroll along the seafront, and enjoy fresh seafood.
6. Rye:
- Discover the medieval town of Rye, known for its preserved architecture and quaint streets. Climb to the top of St. Mary's Church for panoramic views of the surrounding countryside¹.
7. Bodiam Castle:
- Head to Bodiam Castle, a 14th-century moated castle surrounded by lush greenery. Explore its towers, drawbridge, and picturesque setting. It's a great spot for history enthusiasts and photographers.
8. Lewes Castle and Anne of Cleves House:
- In Lewes, visit Lewes Castle for its panoramic views of the town and countryside. Explore the nearby Anne of Cleves House, a Tudor timber-framed building with a fascinating history.
9. Beachy Head and Birling Gap:
- Take a scenic drive to Beachy Head and Birling Gap. Admire the white cliffs, walk along the coastal paths, and breathe in the fresh sea air. It's a stunning natural landscape.
10. Charleston Farmhouse:
- For art and culture, visit Charleston Farmhouse, the former home of the Bloomsbury Group. Explore its vibrant interiors, gardens, and learn about the influential artists and writers who lived here.
Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or cultural exploration, East Sussex promises an enriching and diverse day out!
:
1. Royal Pavilion in Brighton:
- Begin your day by visiting the Royal Pavilion in Brighton. This exotic palace, built for King George IV, combines Regency grandeur with Indian and Chinese visual styles. Explore its colorful interiors, stunning gardens, and learn about its fascinating history.
2. The Lanes in Brighton:
- Afterward, wander through The Lanes, an area known for its eclectic mix of shops, boutiques, and restaurants. Explore the narrow alleys, discover unique treasures, and enjoy a meal at one of the charming eateries.
3. Seven Sisters Country Park:
- For nature enthusiasts, head to the Seven Sisters Country Park. Hike along the dramatic chalk cliffs, enjoy panoramic views of the English Channel, and spot wildlife. It's a great spot for picnics and photography.
4. Battle Abbey and Battlefield:
- Visit Battle Abbey and Battlefield, where the historic Battle of Hastings took place in 1066. Explore the abbey ruins, learn about the Norman Conquest, and enjoy the serene surroundings.
5. Hastings Old Town:
- Explore Hastings Old Town, a charming area with cobbled streets, historic buildings, and fishing boats. Visit the Fishermen's Museum, stroll along the seafront, and enjoy fresh seafood.
6. Rye:
- Discover the medieval town of Rye, known for its preserved architecture and quaint streets. Climb to the top of St. Mary's Church for panoramic views of the surrounding countryside¹.
7. Bodiam Castle:
- Head to Bodiam Castle, a 14th-century moated castle surrounded by lush greenery. Explore its towers, drawbridge, and picturesque setting. It's a great spot for history enthusiasts and photographers.
8. Lewes Castle and Anne of Cleves House:
- In Lewes, visit Lewes Castle for its panoramic views of the town and countryside. Explore the nearby Anne of Cleves House, a Tudor timber-framed building with a fascinating history.
9. Beachy Head and Birling Gap:
- Take a scenic drive to Beachy Head and Birling Gap. Admire the white cliffs, walk along the coastal paths, and breathe in the fresh sea air. It's a stunning natural landscape.
10. Charleston Farmhouse:
- For art and culture, visit Charleston Farmhouse, the former home of the Bloomsbury Group. Explore its vibrant interiors, gardens, and learn about the influential artists and writers who lived here.
Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or cultural exploration, East Sussex promises an enriching and diverse day out!