West Sussex Events
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Nutbourne Village Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Fri 19 Jun 26
Nutbourne Village Gardens, Pulborough RH20 2HE
Nutbourne is a beautiful, tranquil, and friendly hamlet near Pulborough. It boasts a thousand years of history dating back before the Norman conquest...
Thursday Late | Celebrating Pride
Thu 18 Jun 26
Pallant House Gallery
9 North Pallant PO19 1TJ
Join us for our fifth annual evening of performance, art and celebration in collaboration with Chichester Pride, a volunteer led organisation created...
Talk | In conversation: Queer Art with Mollie Barnes, Gemma Rolls-Bent
Thu 18 Jun 26
Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1TJ
Join Gemma Rolls-Bentley and Mollie Barnes as they discuss their new book, Art Essentials: Queer Art with Simon Martin, Director of Pallant House...
FREE taster session with the Horsham Rock Choir
Wed 17 Jun 26
Cornerstone Methodist Church, London Road, Horsham RH12 1AN
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The Horsham Rock Choir is led by singing teacher Rachel Button...
Wellbeing Walk - Steyning Health Centre Walk
Tue 16 Jun 26
Meet at Steyning Health Centre, Tanyard Lane, Steyning BN44 3RJ
Tue 16 June 11:00am. Steyning Health Centre Walk . Level 2 . 2 miles approx...
Bentley Wildlife Wood Carvers display
Sun 14 Jun 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB
The carvers display their beautiful work and demonstrate carving techniques. Drop in for a chat - many pieces of work are for sale, with 10% or sales...
The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Sussex present A Merry Band concert
Sun 14 Jun 26
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Sussex present A Merry Band concert: In A Country Garden.
Experience an afternoon of charm and wit featuring...
Rymans - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 14 Jun 26
Rymans, Chichester PO20 7EG
Walled and other gardens surround a C15 stone house (not open). Featuring bulbs, flowering shrubs, roses, ponds, a potager, and many unusual and rare...
The Worthing Wurlitzer - Young Stars of the Future
Sun 14 Jun 26
The Assembly Hall
Stoke Abbott Road
Worthing BN11 1HQ
A special afternoon featuring reigning UK Young Theatre Organist of the Year, Oscar Battle, and featuring Jamyma Hanson and students from the Rye...
The Art of Illusion: The Theatrical World of Oliver Messel at Nymans 1
Sat 13 Jun 26
Handcross,
near Haywards Heath,
West Sussex RH17 6EB
An exhibition upstairs in the gallery, exploring the creativity of Oliver Messel, theatre designer for stage and screen, and master of illusion and...
ConFest
Sat 13 Jun 26
32 Cyprus Road RH15 8DX
Everyone is welcome to join this free community event to raise money for Help for Heroes. Enjoy an afternoon of music from local bands and singers,...
The Old Rectory, Pulborough - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 13 Jun 26
The Old Rectory, Pulborough, Pulborough RH20 2AF
A formal front garden with a sunken centrepiece and rose and flower beds, approx ½ acre in size. The large rear garden consists of a small wood, a...
Stitches Comedy Club
Sat 13 Jun 26
Worthing Pavilion BN11 3PX
Voted best comedy clubs in London and the south east, and Stitches Comedy Clubs are coming to Worthing!...
Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex Family Fun Day
Sat 13 Jun 26
Wiston House Estate, Wiston Park, Steyning, West Sussex BN44 3DZ
Get ready for a day packed with heart-pounding excitement. From meeting our crew and seeing our helicopters up close, to lifesaving demos, live...
Moths and coffee!
Sat 13 Jun 26
RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE
Join us for a brew and chance to encounter these fascinating insects. There are over 2500 species of moth in the UK and they come in all shapes,...
Sussex Day with East Grinstead Community Bonfire and The Sussex Arms
Sat 13 Jun 26
The Sussex Arms, West Street, East Grinstead RH19 4EQ
Enjoy BBQ, live drumming, family activities, stalls, games, and evening music while supporting the East Grinstead Community Bonfire...
Heli Hike in Sussex
Sat 13 Jun 26
Wiston House Estate, Wiston Park, Steyning, West Sussex BN44 3DZ
Grab your friends, family, and even the dog, and embark on our hike through stunning Sussex countryside, all while raising vital funds to keep your...
Parsonage Farm - Open Garden for NGS
Fri 12 Jun 26
Parsonage Farm, nr Billingshurst RH14 0NH
Major garden in beautiful setting developed over 30 yrs with fruit theme and many unusual plants. Formally laid out on grand scale with long vistas...
Wellbeing Walk - Sidney Wood & Arun Canal
Thu 11 Jun 26
Meet Forestry Commission car park (TQ026350) GU6 8HU
Thu 11 June 10:00am. Sidney Wood/Wey and Arun Canal. Level 2. 5.5 miles. 2.5 hrs.
Walk 2072...
Woodlands - Open Garden for NGS
Thu 11 Jun 26
Woodlands, Henfield BN5 9LT
Quiet location at the foot of the South Downs, with lovely views and easy access for walking. East, south, and west facing garden with beautiful...
June Moth Morning
Wed 10 Jun 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB
Join Reserve Manager Suzi Lanaway to see what the moth traps on our survey attracted the night before...
The Lord Chamberlain’s Men: Shakespeare’s Othello
Wed 10 Jun 26
Leonardslee Gardens
Brighton Road
Lower Beeding, Horsham RH13 6PP
This summer, Leonardslee Gardens is proud to welcome The Lord Chamberlain’s Men for the very first time, presenting Shakespeare’s Othello- one of the...
FREE taster session with the Horsham Rock Choir
Wed 10 Jun 26
Cornerstone Methodist Church, London Road, Horsham RH12 1AN
Are you looking to find a local choir to join?
The Horsham Rock Choir is led by West Sussex based musician and teacher Rachel Button...
Worldwide Travel Showcase - West Sussex
Mon 8 Jun 26
Chichester Yacht Club, Chichester Marina, Birdham, Chichester PO20 7EJ
Thinking about your next holiday? Join APT Travel Group for a relaxed, informative event and get a clear understanding of where to go, what to...
Join our choir in Crawley for a FREE taster session
Mon 8 Jun 26
Crawley United Reformed Church, Worth Park Avenue, Pound Hill, Crawley RH10 3DF
If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Crawley?' then why not join your local Rock Choir...
Wellbeing Walk - Houghton Forest & Bignor Hill
Sun 7 Jun 26
Meet at Whiteways car park, . BN18 9FD
Sun 7 Jun 10:00am Houghton Forest & Bignor Hill Level 3 5.5 miles 2.25 hours
Walk 3022...
Craft Fair & Fun Dog Show
Sun 7 Jun 26
Cissbury Barns
Nepcote
Findon BN14 0SR
Sunday 7th June
Cissbury Barns
Nepcote
Findon West Sussex
BN14 0SR
11am - 4pm
Bring your family, bring your friends, and enjoy a day...
Selsey Open Gardens
Sun 7 Jun 26
The Hidden Garden
School Lane
Selsey, Chichester PO20 9EH
Residents of Selsey are opening their gardens once again, with gardens available to explore and with several new gardens taking part for the first...
Town Place - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 7 Jun 26
Town Place, Sheffield Park RH17 7NR
A stunning 3 acre garden with a growing international reputation for the quality of its design, planting and gardening...
High Beeches Woodland and Water Garden - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 7 Jun 26
High Beeches Woodland and Water Garden, Haywards Heath RH17 6HQ
25 acres of enchanting, landscaped woodland and water gardens, featuring spring daffodils, bluebells and azalea walks, many rare and beautiful...
Worthing 10K
Sun 7 Jun 26
Worthing Seafront BN11
Ready for a summer challenge?
The Worthing 10K is one of the south’s friendliest and fastest runs, a vibrant event welcoming everyone, from...
Lordington House - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 6 Jun 26
Lordington House, Chichester PO18 9DX
Early C17 house (not open) and walled gardens in South Downs National Park. Clipped yew, lawns, borders and fine views. Informal sunken garden...
Peelers Retreat - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 6 Jun 26
Peelers Retreat, Arundel BN18 9EX
This inspirational space is a delight with permanent gazebos and comfortable seating to sit and relax, enjoying delicious teas...
Swallow Lodge - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 6 Jun 26
Swallow Lodge, Horsham RH13 6EG
Small rural and charming garden surrounded by fields, focusing on roses and delphiniums with a large cottage border and vegetable garden.
Knepp Castle - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 6 Jun 26
Knepp Castle, Horsham RH13 8LJ
The Walled Garden at Knepp has been transformed into a garden for biodiversity. With designers Tom Stuart-Smith and James Hitchmough, we have applied...
Optics Demo Day at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Sat 6 Jun 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB
Want to experience wildlife in stunning detail? Our monthly Optics Days are here to help you find the perfect binoculars or scope, for your birding...
Horsham Artists Art Trail 2026
Sat 6 Jun 26
18 locations in the Horsham District RH13
This year there will be 52 artists taking part in the annual Art Trail organised by Horsham Artists.
Among the artists will be painters, glass...
Troubadour – DiElle Unplugged @ The Boxgrove
Sat 6 Jun 26
Boxgrove Village Hall The St, Boxgrove, Chichester PO18 0EE
? DiElle Unplugged — Live
Acoustic • Cozy • Up-Close • Comfy
Boxgrove Village Hall, The St, Boxgrove, Chichester PO18 0EE
7pm Doors
7...
Tour | Highlights of the Collection
Sat 6 Jun 26
Pallant House Gallery
9 North Pallant PO19 1TJ
Join one of our experienced Guides for a tour of the collection in the historic house.
Explore Pallant House Gallery with one of our guides and...
A concert dedicated to Sasha Levtov; an evening of timeless melodies
Sat 6 Jun 26
Regis School of Music
46 Sudley Road PO21 1ER
A recital of timeless melodies from South America, Spain, the Baroque era and the movies. Serenata Guitar Trio are dear friends of Sasha and long...
Nymans’ Outdoor Theatre - A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Fri 5 Jun 26
Nymans
Handcross
near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Join us for this adaptation of William Shakespeare's much-loved story, set against the backdrop of Nymans romantic ruins...
Apuldram Roses - Open Garden for NGS
Fri 5 Jun 26
Apuldram Roses, Chichester PO20 7EQ
Spend a delightful afternoon listening to an informative talk on keeping your roses thriving. You will then have time to explore the rose garden, a...
East Grinstead Spinners at Standen II
Fri 5 Jun 26
Standen,
West Hoathly Road,
East Grinstead RH19 4NE
Demonstrations of the traditional craft of spinning, dyeing and handweaving.
Booking not needed. This event is free, but normal admission charges...
Dream House Tours at Nymans II
Mon 1 Jun 26
Nymans
Handcross
near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Join a tour around the outside of the house at Nymans, looking at the building and seeing how it developed since 1890 when it was purchased by Ludwig...
Sneak Peek Tours at Nymans II
Mon 1 Jun 26
Nymans,
near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Take a behind the scenes look inside the house on a sneak peek tour. Tours last approximately 30 minutes and are included in general admission...
Wellbeing Walk - Sussex Stroll
Mon 1 Jun 26
Park and meet at Nymans National Trust Gardens RH17 6EB
Mon 1 June 10:00am . Sussex Stroll. 6 miles . level 2. 2.5 hrs.
Walk 3157...
Choral Evensong at St Mary's Church, Sompting
Sun 31 May 26
Church Lane, Sompting BN15 0AZ
A service of Choral Evensong in the beautiful setting of this iconic Saxon church.
This service is led by the St Mary’s Singers, who sing...
The Big Purple Psychic & Holistic Fair
Sun 31 May 26
The Charmandene Centre
Forest Road BN14 9HS
The Big Purple Psychic & Holistic Fair is back in Worthing for one of just a few West Sussex dates of 2026 so save the date!...
1 Pest Cottage - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 31 May 26
1 Pest Cottage, Midhurst GU29 9LF
This edge of woodland architect's garden, of approx ¾ acre, sits on a sloping sandy site. Designed to support biodiversity, a series of outdoor...
'Picasso his life and loves' by flamenco company Cancion Gitana
Sat 30 May 26
Regis School of Music
46 Sudley Road PO21 1ER
Acclaimed International Flamenco company Cancion Gitana will present a Special Charity performance in memory of Sasha Levtov with proceeds going to...
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Things to do around West Sussex
West Sussex, nestled between London and the south coast of England, offers a delightful mix of natural beauty, historical sites, and family-friendly attractions. Whether you're a local or a visitor, there's something for everyone in this picturesque county. Let's explore the best things to do in West Sussex:
1. Fishbourne Roman Palace and Chichester Cathedral:
- Start your day in the charming city of Chichester. Explore the remarkable Fishbourne Roman Palace, the largest residential Roman building ever unearthed in Britain. Admire the well-preserved corridors, mosaics, and courtyard gardens. Don't miss Chichester Cathedral, a blend of Norman Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Inside, discover rare Medieval artifacts and reliefs, including the story of Lazarus from the 12th century. Gustav Holst, the composer, is also entombed here.
2. Walk in Chidham:
- For a peaceful day out, explore the outdoors in Chidham. Cycle or walk the public footpaths through fields and admire the charming farmhouses. Enjoy the tranquility of this area of England.
3. Harbour Park in Littlehampton:
- Head to Harbour Park, an amusement park located on the beach in Littlehampton. Opened in 1932, it features rides, games, and attractions adjacent to the working Harbour & Marina. Enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends.
4. Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre and Gardens in Horsham:
- Experience close encounters with birds of prey at Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre. Explore the zoo, watch birds fly during daily displays, and learn about these magnificent creatures. The center also features meerkats and other animals for an educational and entertaining day out.
5. Explore West Wittering Beach:
- End your day at West Wittering, a perfect sandy beach along the south coastline. Enjoy the sun, sea, and sand, and take in the breathtaking views. It's a great spot for relaxation and beachcombing.
Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in history, wildlife, or outdoor adventures, West Sussex promises an unforgettable day out!
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1. Fishbourne Roman Palace and Chichester Cathedral:
- Start your day in the charming city of Chichester. Explore the remarkable Fishbourne Roman Palace, the largest residential Roman building ever unearthed in Britain. Admire the well-preserved corridors, mosaics, and courtyard gardens. Don't miss Chichester Cathedral, a blend of Norman Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Inside, discover rare Medieval artifacts and reliefs, including the story of Lazarus from the 12th century. Gustav Holst, the composer, is also entombed here.
2. Walk in Chidham:
- For a peaceful day out, explore the outdoors in Chidham. Cycle or walk the public footpaths through fields and admire the charming farmhouses. Enjoy the tranquility of this area of England.
3. Harbour Park in Littlehampton:
- Head to Harbour Park, an amusement park located on the beach in Littlehampton. Opened in 1932, it features rides, games, and attractions adjacent to the working Harbour & Marina. Enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends.
4. Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre and Gardens in Horsham:
- Experience close encounters with birds of prey at Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre. Explore the zoo, watch birds fly during daily displays, and learn about these magnificent creatures. The center also features meerkats and other animals for an educational and entertaining day out.
5. Explore West Wittering Beach:
- End your day at West Wittering, a perfect sandy beach along the south coastline. Enjoy the sun, sea, and sand, and take in the breathtaking views. It's a great spot for relaxation and beachcombing.
Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in history, wildlife, or outdoor adventures, West Sussex promises an unforgettable day out!