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Willingdon/Polegate Windmill Open Day

Sun 13 Sep 26 Polegate Windmill, Park Croft, Polegate BN26 5LB Heritage Open Day: Our 208 year old windmill will be open on Sunday 13th September from 10:00 to 15:00...

Town Hall Open Day

Sun 13 Sep 26 Town Hall, High Street, Lewes BN7 2QS Heritage Open Day: Come along to the Town Hall to discover rooms not normally open to the public. View our collection of art work and Civic Regalia...
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Ashdown Park Hotel - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 13 Sep 26 Ashdown Park Hotel, East Grinstead RH18 5JR Ashdown Park spans 186 acres of woodland, grazing land, parkland, an 18-hole golf course, and ornamental gardens...

West Blatchington Windmill

Sun 13 Sep 26 Holmes Avenue, Brighton & Hove BN3 7LH Heritage Open Day: Open for tours where you can climb to the top, view the extensive milling museum and partake of refreshments in the...

The Rusty House

Sun 13 Sep 26 The Rusty House, South Street, Lewes BN7 2BS Heritage Open Day: A chance to visit the 'Rusty House' as featured on Channel 4's Grand Designs...

Free Entry at Seaford Museum

Sun 13 Sep 26 Martello Tower 74, The Esplanade, Seaford BN25 1JH Heritage Open Day: Enjoy free entry at Seaford Museum on September 13th. Free entry to Seaford Museum...

Household jobs through the ages

Sun 13 Sep 26 Newhaven Fort Gift Shop, Newhaven Fort, Fort Road, Newhaven BN9 9DS Heritage Open Day: A hands on look at household jobs through the ages and a historically themed selfie spot A hands on look at household jobs through...

Quaker Meeting House

Sat 12 Sep 26 Friars Walk, Lewes BN7 2LE Heritage Open Day: Grade II listed Quaker Meeting House with modern additions This Friends Meeting House dates from 1784 with later additions over...

Harpsichord Workshop, Cliffe

Sat 12 Sep 26 Rose Wire Ltd, The Workshop, English's Passage, Lewes BN7 2AP Heritage Open Day: An unusual late 16th century timber framed building with a crown-post roof, extensively rebuilt in 1990 and most recently used as...

Make your own Saxon shoes

Sat 12 Sep 26 Hastings Museum & Art Gallery, Bohemia Road, Hastings TN34 1ET Heritage Open Day: Pop in to Hastings Museum & Art Gallery to make your own saxon shoe from felt! Taking inspiration from the Bayeux Tapestry,...

Community Open Day

Sat 12 Sep 26 St Michael and All Angels’ Church, Willingdon Road, Eastbourne BN21 1TN Heritage Open Day: St Michael’s will be open for visitors on Saturday 12th from 10-4, with refreshments, people to chat to, visits of our building,...

Lewes Little Theatre tour

Sat 12 Sep 26 Lancaster Street, Lewes BN7 2PX Heritage Open Day: Learn about how the Little Theatre was formed and go on a backstage tour. First formed in 1929 as the Lewes Players, the present...

Brighton Quakers

Sat 12 Sep 26 Friends' Meeting House, Ship Street, Brighton & Hove BN1 1AF Heritage Open Day: Brighton Friends' Meeting House, the home of Brighton Quakers - open for HODs 2026 During our Heritage Open Days event our...

A Heritage Walk through the Devonshire Quarter with Daniel de Rozarieux Public • Event by The East

Sat 12 Sep 26 Western lawns, Duke of Devonshire statue, Eastbourne BN21 4BY Heritage Open Day: This route traces how Eastbourne was deliberately shaped into one of Britain's most carefully planned Victorian seaside...

Fishermen's Stories

Sat 12 Sep 26 Hastings Contemporary, Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings TN34 3DW Heritage Open Day: Listen to audio recordings of Hastings fishermen telling their stories Fishermen's Stories - Listen to audio recordings of...

Bodiam 100: Community Celebration Weekend

Sat 12 Sep 26 Bodiam Castle, Robertsbridge TN32 5UA Heritage Open Day: Join a once in a generation celebration weekend at Bodiam Castle, completely free for all...

Lamb House visit

Sat 12 Sep 26 3 Chapel Hill, Lewes BN7 2BB Heritage Open Day: A chance to see the 18th century Chinese screen rediscovered here in the 1960s. Visit this Grade II* listed house and learn about...

Freemasons Hall

Sat 12 Sep 26 149 High Street, Lewes BN7 1XT Heritage Open Day: This Grade II listed 1868 building is still owned by the South Saxon Lodge, one of the oldest in Sussex...

Priory School, Lewes Memorial Chapel

Sat 12 Sep 26 Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes BN7 2XN Heritage Open Day: Lewes Priory School Memorial Chapel, (Mountfield Road, between Priory School and East Sussex College)...

Winchelsea Wesley Methodist Chapel

Sat 12 Sep 26 Winchelsea Wesley Methodist Chapel, Rectory Lane, Winchelsea TN36 4EY Heritage Open Day: Open Day at the Historic John Wesley's Chapel, Winchelsea on Saturday 12th September 2026 from 10am to 4pm...

All Saints’ Church, Patcham

Sat 12 Sep 26 All Saints Church, Church Hill, Patcham, Brighton & Hove BN1 8YE Heritage Open Day: Come and visit our 12th Century church with its fascinating Doom Painting, medieval memorial and gravestones in beautiful Patcham...

Lewes House, High Street Lewes

Sat 12 Sep 26 Lewes House, 32 High Street, Lewes BN7 2LX Heritage Open Day: Lewes House is a substantial 18th century detached house set in a large walled garden...

King John's Nursery - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 12 Sep 26 King John's Nursery, Etchingham TN19 7AZ Garden developed alongside the nursery, a romantic pond garden, gravel garden, long border, meadows and cutting garden...

The Old Meeting House Unitarian Chapel, Ditchling

Sat 12 Sep 26 Old Meeting House, The Twitten, Ditchling BN6 8UJ Heritage Open Day: Historic 18th century meeting house and grounds, spiritual home to generations of Sussex nonconformists and dissenters - open to...

Guided Tour of Ocklynge Cemetery

Sat 12 Sep 26 Ocklynge Cemetery, 3 Willingdon Road, Eastbourne BN21 1TL Heritage Open Day: Kevin Gordon, local historian, will give a guided walk of the cemetery. Ocklynge Cemetery has been the last resting place for...

Hartfield Village Fete

Sat 12 Sep 26 Town Croft Hartfield High Street TN7 4AA A large popular fete with endless attractions, professional children's entertainment, fun sideshows for all ages and commercial stalls...

Rye Castle museum

Sat 12 Sep 26 Rye Castle museum, Ypres Tower, Gungarden, Rye TN31 7HH Heritage Open Day: Rye Castle museum is housed within Ypres Tower, a thirteenth century defensive tower constructed as part of the towns defences...

Brighton & Hove Women's History Group display stand and talks

Sat 12 Sep 26 The Regency Town House, 13 Brunswick Square, Brighton & Hove BN3 1EH Heritage Open Day: Brighton and Hove Women’s History Group day. For HODs 2026, the Brighton and Hove Women’s History Group are erecting a display...

All Saints church

Sat 12 Sep 26 All Saints Church, 1 All Saints Street, Hastings TN34 3BP Heritage Open Day: Medieval Church in Old Town, Hastings - used by the fishing community Church built for the fishing community of Hastings living in...

Hastings Net Shops Museum

Sat 12 Sep 26 Net Shop U3, Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings TN34 3DW Heritage Open Day: This unique museum is a tall, old wooden building standing on a tiny piece of Hastings beach...

Fitzroy House

Fri 11 Sep 26 Fitzroy House, 10 High Street, Lewes BN7 2AD Heritage Open Day: Discover this landmark Victorian Gothic building by Sir George Gilbert Scott, formerly the town library...

September Crafternoon Tea

Fri 11 Sep 26 Warren Road, Brighton BN2 9XX This September, enjoy a relaxing afternoon of creativity at Dobbies’ Crafternoon tea experience, where guests will relax, enjoy a delicious...

Edward Reeves

Fri 11 Sep 26 159 High Street, Lewes BN7 1XU Heritage Open Day: Unique Victorian photographic studio and display of archive images. Established in around 1855, Edward Reeves is believed to be...

Black Shed Studios Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Fri 11 Sep 26 Black Shed Studios Garden, Uckfield TN22 3BD Set in the Ashdown Forest, this unique 3 acre garden blends formal structure with naturalistic planting...

Lewes Castle & Museum

Fri 11 Sep 26 Lewes Castle & Museums, 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...

Anne of Cleves House Museum

Fri 11 Sep 26 Anne of Cleves House, 52 Southover High Street, Lewes BN7 1JA Heritage Open Day: Enjoy an insight into Tudor and Elizabethan life at Anne of Cleves House in Lewes. This stunning timber-framed medieval house...

Bull House tour

Fri 11 Sep 26 Bull House, 92 High Street, Lewes BN7 1XH Heritage Open Day: Visit this 15th century timber-framed house, once lived in by Thomas Paine. Bull House was once lived in by Thomas Paine, author...

The Workshop

Fri 11 Sep 26 J Swan Jewellers, 164 High Street, Lewes BN7 1XU Heritage Open Day: The Workshop (Jonathan Swan) is a jewellery shop with a historic interior. The Workshop is one of a pair of shops with a timbered...

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience @ East Sussex

Fri 11 Sep 26 East Sussex National Hotel, Little Horsted, Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 5ES Embarking on its 29th year of touring, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience continues its universally acclaimed adaptation of the iconic TV series...

Jireh Chapel, Malling Street

Fri 11 Sep 26 Jireh Chapel, Malling Street, Lewes BN7 2RD Heritage Open Day: A particularly fine example of an early 19th century non-conformist chapel. Grade I listed and noted for its fine preserved...

Rapkyns Nursery - Open Garden for NGS

Wed 9 Sep 26 Rapkyns Nursery, Heathfield TN21 8UB We have been growing plants in an idyllic country setting for over 30 yrs, and during that time have amassed an extensive range, inc a large...

Flute Fiesta - a recital for flute and piano

Flute Fiesta - a recital for flute and piano Sun 6 Sep 26 St Margaret the Queen, Buxted, Uckfield TN22 4AY Music Box is delighted to welcome back the fabulous flautist Daisy Noton, with a programme including works by Mike Mower, Debussy and Prokofiev...

Dabke and Dinner: A Fundraiser Night

Sat 5 Sep 26 Old PaleSteine House, 20-22 Gloucester Pl, Brighton and Hove BN1 4AA Line up, hold on, follow the person next to you - that is roughly all the instruction you get! (We're joking of course....

Ashdown Forest Open Studios

Fri 4 Sep 26 Regency Cottage Back Lane Fairwarp Uckfield TN22 3BE We are excited to announce the inaugural Ashdown Forest Open Studios which is taking place this coming September to coincide with the centenary of...

Salsa Beginners Course

Tue 1 Sep 26 Mama Geny's, 1 Cambridge Gardens, Hastings TN34 1EH 5 Week Beginners Courses for Cuban Style Salsa *Next Course Starts Tuesday 21st July*Learn Salsa with Phyre Dance every Tuesday...

Le Marche 2026 - Heathfield's Anglo French Market

Mon 31 Aug 26 Station Road, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 8LB Le Marché returns to Heathfield on Bank Holiday Monday 31st August 2026 for its 29th year, bringing a wonderful celebration of French and British...

Anti-Gravity Yoga Trapeze Workshop

Sat 29 Aug 26 The BoxFit, 20 Castle Street, Brighton BN1 2HD Ready to take your training to the next level?NEXT LEVEL ANTI-GRAVITY YOGA TRAPEZE is coming to The Box!...

The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show at Pashley Manor Gardens

The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show at Pashley Manor Gardens Sat 29 Aug 26 Pashley Manor Gardens Ticehurst Nr Wadhurst East Sussex TN5 7HE The Sussex Guild is exhibiting over the August Bank Holiday weekend at Pashley Manor Gardens, described as one of the finest gardens in...

Limekiln Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 29 Aug 26 Limekiln Farm, Hailsham BN27 3TA The garden was designed in the 1930s when the house was owned by Charles Stewart Taylor, MP for Eastbourne...

The Revel Puck Circus brings a brand-new show to Victoria Gardens

Thu 27 Aug 26 Victoria Gardens, Marlborough Place, Brighton BN1 1WN Contemporary big top circus returns to Brighton this summer: The Revel Puck Circus brings a brand-new show to Victoria Gardens...
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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!
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