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Join our choir in Rye for a FREE taster session

Do you want to find a choir near you? Your local Rye choir is run by vocal teacher Esther Jones. People who have..... See more >

Hub on Rye Hill, Kiln Drive, Rye TN31 7SQ

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 14 May, Tue 28 May, Tue 4 Jun

FREE taster session with the Brighton Rock Choir

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The local Brighton choir is run by singer/pianist..... See more >

Withdean Sports Complex, Tongdean Lane, Brighton BN1 5JD

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, and more dates until Tue 18 Jun

Eastbourne 6 aside football league

Leisure Leagues are delighted to announce the arrival of a brand new 6 a side football league in Eastbourne, starting... See more >

Eastbourne Sports Park, Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne BN21 2UF

Wed 1 May, Wed 8 May, and more dates until Wed 19 Jun

Discover Clubs and Organisations in East Sussex

FREE taster session with the Hastings Rock Choir

If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll like singing with us in the Hastings Rock Choir. Your local..... See more >

The Hastings Centre, The Ridge, Hastings TN34 2SA

Wed 1 May, Wed 8 May, and more dates until Wed 26 Jun

Join our choir in Eastbourne for a FREE taster session

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The Eastbourne Rock Choir is led by East Sussex based..... See more >

Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Road, Eastbourne BN21 1UE

Wed 1 May, Mon 6 May, and more dates until Mon 17 Jun

FREE taster session with the Hove Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Hove?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... See more >

Central United Reformed Church, Ventnor Villas, Hove BN3 3YF

Thu 2 May, Thu 9 May, and more dates until Thu 20 Jun

FREE taster session with the Lewes Rock Choir

Do you want to find a choir near you? Your local Lewes choir is run by East Sussex based musician Charlotte Nash... See more >

Cliffe Hall, Cliffe High Street, Lewes BN7 2AH

Thu 2 May, Thu 9 May, and more dates until Thu 20 Jun

Age is a Stage Drama Workshops for the over 50s

Let the fun begin! Age is a Stage fun filled weekly drop-in sessions are for anyone aged 50+, held on Friday mornings..... See more >

Theatre Royal, New Road, Brighton BN1 1SD

Fri 3 May, Fri 10 May, and more dates until Fri 28 Jun

Femme Fatale

Femme Fatale is all about expression and bringing your most authentic self to canvas. Whether you are red and fiery,..... See more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 4 May, Sat 15 Jun, Sat 29 Jun

Laughter for Life - Free Drop in Drama Classes from Age is a Stage

Fun-filled workshops to stretch your creative muscles. Gentle warm-ups, games and comic exercises will get you..... See more >

The Edge Community Centre, 83 Pankhurst Avenue, Brighton BN2 9AD

Sat 4 May, Sat 11 May, and more dates until Sat 22 Jun

Join our choir in Crowborough for a FREE taster session

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... See more >

United Church, Croft Road, Crowborough TN6 1HA

Tue 7 May, Tue 21 May, Tue 11 Jun, Tue 18 Jun

St Wilfrid's Craft Fair

A wide variety of crafts from local craftspeople. Free entry, refreshments served, and parking available... See more >

St Wilfrid’s Church & Hall, Collier Avenue, Pevensey Bay BN24 6HL

Sat 11 May, Sat 8 Jun

King John's Lodge - Open Garden for NGS

4 acre romantic garden for all seasons. An ongoing family project since 1987 with new areas completed in 2020... See more >

King John’s Lodge, Etchingham TN19 7AZ

Sat 25 May, Sun 26 May, Sat 29 Jun, Sun 30 Jun

Hollymount - Open Garden for NGS

A new 7 acre garden on sloping hillside. Four large ponds, a stream, waterfalls, terraced beds, interesting planting,..... See more >

Hollymount, Uckfield TN22 4AE

Sun 26 May, Sun 23 Jun, Sun 21 Jul

Orchard Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Mature 1½ acre plantaholics garden with a large variety of trees and shrubs, perennials and bulbs, many unusual... See more >

Orchard Cottage, Crowborough TN6 3GR

Fri 31 May to Sun 2 Jun

Fiona Hosford, Harp

Well-known harpist Fiona Hosford plays exciting and popular pieces on her Folk Harp 'Betty' and her... See more >

St Nicolas Parish Church, Church Lane Pevensey BN24 5LD

Sat 1 Jun

Waterworks & Friends - Open Garden for NGS

An opportunity to visit two unique gardens and discover the Brede Steam Giants 35ft Edwardian water pumping engines,... See more >

Waterworks & Friends, Broad Oak & Brede TN31 6HG

Sat 1 Jun

Catching Dreams

The ultimate dream-catcher, this artwork is perfect for all painting abilities – including you and your stick figures... See more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 1 Jun

Drag Queen Special: Paint your Inner Drag Queen

Sip, dip and slay as you Paint Your Inner Drag Queen whilst being entertained by AMBER ROSE as the ever stunning, ever... See more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 1 Jun

Paper Daisy Brighton Makers Market

Discover many local unique, creative and diverse makers, artists & small batch at this buzzing Brighton Makers Market... See more >

Jubilee Square, Jubilee Street, Brighton BN1 1GE

Sat 1 Jun

Limekiln Farm - Open Garden for NGS

The garden was designed in the 1930s when the house was owned by Charles Stewart Taylor, MP for Eastbourne... See more >

Limekiln Farm, Hailsham BN27 3TA

Sat 1 Jun and Sun 2 Jun

Skyscape - Open Garden for NGS

250ft south facing rear garden on a sloping site with fantastic views of the South Downs and the sea. Garden created by..... See more >

Skyscape, Brighton BN2 7BG

Sat 1 Jun and Sun 2 Jun

Tales in the Key of Terror - Spooky Storytelling Performance

You are cordially invited to a spooky storytelling performance by author and actor C.J. Carter-Stephenson... See more >

Brighton Toy and Model Museum, 52-55 Trafalgar Street, Brighton BN1 4EB

Sat 1 Jun

Eastbourne Central Garden Trail - Open Garden for NGS

A garden that last opened for NGS in 2005, Chelmsford Lodge, returns to join three other gardens that have regularly... See more >

Eastbourne Central Garden Trail, Eastbourne BN21 1BZ

Sun 2 Jun

Pangdean Farm - Open Garden for NGS

This delightful, sunny walled garden dating from the C17 nestles in the South Downs National Park. Featuring a herb..... See more >

Pangdean Farm, Brighton BN45 7FJ

Sun 2 Jun

Offham House - Open Garden for NGS

Romantic garden with fountains, flowering trees, arboretum, double herbaceous border and long peony bed... See more >

Offham House, Lewes BN7 3QE

Sun 2 Jun

Seaford Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

11 gardens open, see dates for each garden. Cosy Cottage, garden over three levels with ponds, flowers, vegetables and..... See more >

Seaford Gardens, Seaford BN25 1QH

Sun 2 Jun, Sun 30 Jun

Brickyard Farm Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

A 4 acre garden started 24 yrs ago; stunning views, remarkable brick and stone follies, colourful mixed beds with... See more >

Brickyard Farm Cottage, Battle TN33 9EJ

Sun 2 Jun

Kitchenham Farm - Open Garden for NGS

1 acre country house garden set amongst traditional farm buildings with stunning views over the Sussex countryside... See more >

Kitchenham Farm, Battle TN33 9NP

Wed 5 Jun, Sat 8 Jun

Kemp Town Enclosures: South Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Not to be confused with the Secret Garden nearby, this unique historic Grade II listed Regency private town garden is... See more >

Kemp Town Enclosures: South Garden, Brighton BN2 1FH

Wed 5 Jun

Who Killed The Holiday Rep?

It’s ‘Viva Espana’ as a Murder Mystery hits Benidorm! The year is 1989 and events at the Hotel Britannia bring in..... See more >

Community House (formerly the Meridian Centre), Greenwich Way, Peacehaven BN10 8BB

Fri 7 Jun and Sat 8 Jun

Hillside - Open Garden for NGS

Historic Grade II* listed, flint walled garden with C18 barn and gazebo. Large chalk downland garden with naturalistic..... See more >

Hillside, Brighton BN2 7HA

Fri 7 Jun, Sun 9 Jun

Farleys Sculpture Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Designed as different themed rooms for sculpture, Farleys garden presents our permanent collection of works chosen by... See more >

Farleys Sculpture Garden, nr Lewes BN8 6HW

Sat 8 Jun

Hoopers Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Large south facing garden with colour themed mixed herbaceous planting. Mature trees, flowering shrubs, rose beds and..... See more >

Hoopers Farm, Mayfield TN20 6BD

Sat 8 Jun and Sun 9 Jun

Alpines - Open Garden for NGS

A 1 acre garden put together by the owners to incorporate the ornamental and the edible. Offers riot of colour and..... See more >

Alpines, Uckfield TN22 2EG

Sat 8 Jun

Cheeki Monkeys BIG Baby & Childrens Market

Our Nearly New Baby Sales are community events for local families to make money while recycling unwanted items... See more >

St Mary, Hampden Park, Church Hall, 69 Decoy Drive, Eastbourne BN22 9PP

Sat 8 Jun

Neon Nights: You WIsh

The fun continues after dark with our Neon Nights paint and sip experience, where your creation glows under UV lights... See more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 8 Jun

Trio Nuovo

Sue Gregg, Flute; Maria Gibson, Guitar; Alun Francis, Clarinet professional performers and teachers from Brighton/East... See more >

St Nicolas Parish Church, Church Lane Pevensey BN24 5LD

Sat 8 Jun

Sunset in Santorini

Physically, you’re in our studio painting. Mentally, you are admiring the Sunset in Santorini pretending you’re in..... See more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 8 Jun

The Age of Elegance

Sussex Concert Orchestra presents The Age of Elegance, with Mozart Piano Concerto no 9 in Eb K271, Hummel Trumpet... See more >

St Peter’s Church Church St TN40 2HE

Sun 9 Jun

Stroods - Open Garden for NGS

Nestled in the beautiful hills of Sussex, the garden is a peaceful space where ancient trees, an orchard and olive... See more >

Stroods, Uckfield TN22 4DB

Wed 12 Jun

The Arts Society Ashdown Forest lecture A Brief Story of Wine

Lecturer David Wright Wine has been an important part of society for over 7,000 years and this story tells of its... See more >

Crowborough Community Centre Pine Grove TN6 1FE

Thu 13 Jun

Butlers Farmhouse - Open Garden for NGS

Lovely rural setting for 1 acre garden surrounding C16 farmhouse with views of South Downs. Pretty in spring with..... See more >

Butlers Farmhouse, Herstmonceux BN27 1QH

Thu 13 Jun and Fri 14 Jun

Wadhurst Park - Open Garden for NGS

The naturalistic gardens designed by Tom Stuart-Smith, created on a C19 site, situated within a 2000 acre estate... See more >

Wadhurst Park, Wadhurst TN5 6NT

Fri 14 Jun and Sat 15 Jun

Bramley - Open Garden for NGS

Rural 1 acre garden. Planting began in 2006 and inc an orchard avenue with wild flowers and long grassed areas and..... See more >

Bramley, Lewes BN8 4JH

Fri 14 Jun and Sat 15 Jun

'Music from Stage and Screen'

Saturday 15 June at 6.30 p.m. “Music from Stage & Screen” with The Lewes, Glynde and Beddingham Brass Band featuring..... See more >

St Nicolas Parish Church, Church Lane Pevensey BN24 5LD

Sat 15 Jun

Let’s Flamingle

Grab your flock because your next night out is calling. Let’s Flamingle is a vibrant, colourful creation putting the..... See more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 15 Jun, Sat 3 Aug

5 Coastguard Cottages - Open Garden for NGS

This iconic garden at Coastguard Cottages overlooking the Seven Sisters will be known to many from a distance, but this... See more >

5 Coastguard Cottages, Seaford BN25 4AR

Sat 15 Jun and Sun 16 Jun

Highlands - Open Garden for NGS

An 8 acre garden set around a house with C15 origins, amid pasture and woodland. Intensively gardened beds near the..... See more >

Highlands, Uckfield TN22 5SA

Sat 15 Jun

Winchelsea's Secret Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

With several properties changing hands, Winchelsea's offering is temporarily less extensive than usual, but we... See more >

Winchelsea’s Secret Gardens, Winchelsea TN36 4EN

Sat 15 Jun

Hellingly Parish Trail - Open Garden for NGS

Eight gardens in a delightful Sussex village, inc a pretty walled cottage garden with summerhouse and sunny terrace, a... See more >

Hellingly Parish Trail, Hailsham BN27 4EY

Sun 16 Jun

Clinton Lodge - Open Garden for NGS

6 acre formal and romantic garden overlooking parkland with old roses, William Pye water feature, double white and blue... See more >

Clinton Lodge, Fletching TN22 3ST

Thu 20 Jun

Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years

Simon & Garfunkel: Through the Years. Performed by Bookends Simon & Garfunkel: Through the Years is the most..... See more >

The White Rock Theatre White Rock Hastings TN34 1JX

Thu 20 Jun

Neon Nights: Empowerment

The fun continues after dark with our Neon Nights paint and sip experience, where your creation glows under UV lights... See more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Fri 21 Jun

Murder & Mystery at The Bluebell Railway. June and July b2024

Murder & Mystery at The Bluebell Railway. March - July 2024(One Friday Each Month) Murder! Rattle and Roll... See more >

Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station TN22 3QL

Fri 21 Jun, Fri 12 Jul

40 Michel Dene Road - Open Garden for NGS

A medium sized sloping garden on chalk and flint in the South Downs National Park, with stunning views over the Downs... See more >

40 Michel Dene Road, Eastbourne BN20 0JU

Fri 21 Jun

RnB Neon Nights: Snoop

This neon arty party will have you singing and bopping to the RnB classics that will transport you. You’re welcome 80s..... See more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 22 Jun

Kalimera

From the canvas to the kitchen; we’re bringing a slice of Greece to you. Kalimera (meaning good morning in Greek) is..... See more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 22 Jun

Herstmonceux Parish Trail - Open Garden for NGS

Seven gardens inc a historic windmill and allotments. In Cowbeech there are three gardens: Cowbeech House, a place to..... See more >

Herstmonceux Parish Trail, Herstmonceux BN27 4JF

Sun 23 Jun

Chiddingly Horticultural Society Summer Flower Show

Chiddingly Horticultural Society summer show. Entrants staging from 9.30am, open to public from 2.30pm and prizegiving..... See more >

Chiddingly Village hall, Church Lane Chiddingly BN8 6HE

Sat 29 Jun

Hill House - Open Garden for NGS

6 yrs ago the garden was just lawn and a pond which had been filled in. The pond now is a wildlife pond with water..... See more >

Hill House, Herstmonceux BN27 4RU

Sat 29 Jun and Sun 30 Jun

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!