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Astronomy Night

Astronomy Night Fri 27 Mar 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex HOW TO GET HERE By train The nearest train station is Chichester, 5.5 miles away. There is a taxi rank outside Chichester station - ask to be taken to Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre, Selsey Road, Sidlesham. To cycle from the station, turn south over the level crossing down Stockbridge Road for approximately 100m, then turn left into Canal Basin. Immediately to the right is the canal path, which is the start of Route 88, currently ending at t PO20 7NE Ever wondered which stars you are looking at? Or which constellation they make up? An evening in the company of the South Downs Astronomical Society,...

Manor of Dean - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 22 Mar 26 Manor of Dean, Petworth GU28 9AP Approx 3 acres of traditional English garden with extensive views of the South Downs. Herbaceous borders, early spring bulbs, bluebell woodland walk,...
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Begin Wood Carving – Goldfinch

Sun 22 Mar 26 WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB £48 per person, 18+ only, Book online This full-day wood carving workshop introduces participants to the craft of wildlife carving under the...

A Dangerous Novelty? The Age of Electricity at Standen II

A Dangerous Novelty? The Age of Electricity at Standen II Sun 22 Mar 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE This new exhibition tells the story of Standen as one of the first country houses to be designed with electricity...

Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Sussex concert: Utopia Limited

Sun 22 Mar 26 Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Sussex present Goldalming Operatic Society in concert with Utopia Limited. Sunday 22nd March, 2.45pm...

47 Denmans Lane - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 22 Mar 26 47 Denmans Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 2JN This beautiful and tranquil 1 acre garden was described by Sussex Life as a garden where plants star. Created by the owners over the past 20 yrs, it...

Brahms Requiem

Sat 21 Mar 26 Assembly Hall, Stoke Abbott Road, Worthing BN11 1HJ Mark your calendars for Saturday 21 March, as the Assembly Hall in Worthing comes alive with a breathtaking performance of Brahms’ ‘Requiem’...

Easter Egg Hunt at Nymans

Easter Egg Hunt at Nymans Sat 21 Mar 26 Nymans Handcross, near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Nymans on an Easter trail. Booking not needed...

Nymans - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 21 Mar 26 Nymans, Handcross RH17 6EB One of NT's premier gardens with rare and unusual plant collections of national significance. In spring see blossom, bulbs and a stunning...

Spring Wreath Workshops

Sat 21 Mar 26 WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PB £25 per person, 18+ only, book online This spring wreath workshop invites participants to craft a unique seasonal wreath using wetland willow,...

Nature and Wildlife Photography Workshop.

Sat 21 Mar 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex HOW TO GET HERE By train The nearest train station is Chichester, 5.5 miles away. There is a taxi rank outside Chichester station - ask to be taken to Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre, Selsey Road, Sidlesham. To cycle from the station, turn south over the level crossing down Stockbridge Road for approximately 100m, then turn left into Canal Basin. Immediately to the right is the canal path, which is the start of Route 88, currently ending at t PO20 7NE This all-day practical workshop gives an introduction to the key principles and techniques of Nature and Wildlife photography...

Blossom at Nymans I

Blossom at Nymans I Fri 20 Mar 26 Nymans Handcross, near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB Join the National Trust Blossom celebrations and experience the power of blossom at Nymans. Booking not needed...

Gozzle

Fri 20 Mar 26 WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PB Included in your admission price, book in advance and save 10%. This spring, WWT Arundel is teaming up with Macmillan Children’s Books to explore...

Guided Tree Tours at Nymans 2026 I

Guided Tree Tours at Nymans 2026 I Wed 18 Mar 26 Nymans, Handcross, near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB Join one of our expert volunteer Tree Guides for a 90-minute tour showcasing the magnificence of the trees at Nymans throughout the seasons...

Lost for words? Angmering care home to host dementia advice event

Tue 17 Mar 26 2 Shepherds View Dappers Lane Angmering West Sussex BN16 4SP A care home in Angmering is inviting the local community to its free dementia advice event. On Tuesday 17th March from 2pm–3...

Artists Wildlife Painting Workshop

Artists Wildlife Painting Workshop Sat 14 Mar 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE This all-day workshop gives an introduction to basic techniques of watercolour painting, combining a little theory with a lot of practical...

Guided Walk: Spring at the North Wall!

Guided Walk: Spring at the North Wall! Sat 14 Mar 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE Join our enthusiastic and friendly team of guides for a walk from RSPB Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre towards the North Wall of the harbour via...

Easter Egg Hunt at Standen

Easter Egg Hunt at Standen Sat 14 Mar 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Standen on an Easter trail. Booking not needed...

The BFG

Mon 9 Mar 26 Chichester Festival Theatre PO19 6AP Gather your chiddlers to see Roald Dahl’s beloved story come to life this spring. This magical, darkly comic and mischievous new stage adaptation...

Audiojumble

Sun 8 Mar 26 K2 Crawley, Pease Pottage Hill, Crawley, West Sussex RH11 9BQ The UK's largest second-hand and vintage hi-fi event! Over 160 indoor stalls featuring vinyl records, turntables, valve amplifiers,...

Standen and Morris & Co: From the Archive

Standen and Morris & Co: From the Archive Sun 8 Mar 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE As part of the Morris Month celebrations, our archive team will be on hand to share original documents and insights around the Morris & Co furniture...

Poetry & Pavlova International Women’s Day Poetry Reading and Open Mic

Sun 8 Mar 26 Women's Hall, 81 High Street, Billingshurst RH14 9QX The Shelley Memorial Project is delighted to present a celebration of inspirational women on this important global occasion...

Floral Art Demonstration

Sat 7 Mar 26 Walberton Village Hall, The Street, Walberton BN18 0PJ Sandra Dean demonstrates the art of Flower Arranging with an Easter theme. A fun morning complete with Coffee and Cakes...

Optics Day at WWT Arundel

Sat 7 Mar 26 WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PB 11am–3pm In Visitor Centre gallery WWT Arundel’s Optics Days give visitors the chance to test a wide range of binoculars and spotting scopes and...

Vivaldi Four Seasons and Grieg Piano Concerto by Candlelight

Sat 7 Mar 26 Chichester Cathedral, Chichester PO19 1PX Step into the timeless beauty of Chichester Cathedral, an architectural jewel in the heart of the city - the perfect candlelit setting for an...

East Grinstead Spinners at Standen I

East Grinstead Spinners at Standen I Fri 6 Mar 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...

Over 60s Social Afternoon at The Victoria Grand

Thu 5 Mar 26 The Victoria Grand Care Home 22 Mill Road Worthing BN11 4LF We’re delighted to invite members of the local community aged 60 and over to a relaxed and friendly social afternoon at The Victoria Grand Care Home...

Wild Elegance: Wildlife sculptures by Diana Pattenden at Standen

Wild Elegance: Wildlife sculptures by Diana Pattenden at Standen Sat 28 Feb 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE An exhibition of limited-edition bronze birds and animals by Diana Pattenden. Booking not needed. This event is free, but normal admission...

My Soul, There Is a Country - The Best of British: Choral Concert

My Soul, There Is a Country - The Best of British: Choral Concert Sat 28 Feb 26 Holy Trinity Church, Chapel Lane, Ashurst Wood, East Grinstead RH19 3QT My Soul, There Is a Country - The Very Best of British Choral Music: A joyous celebration of British choral music, steeped in tradition and...

Eazy Research

Thu 26 Feb 26 72 Guildford Rd, East Huntspill, United Kingdom NR31 8SB Hello! At All Exam Helper, we understand how overwhelming dissertation work can feel, especially alongside other responsibilities, which is why we...

West Sussex Dollhouse and Miniature Fair 22nd February 2026

Sun 22 Feb 26 Meridan Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 3LT Dollhouse and Miniature Fair at Meridan Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3LT...

WSCC Waste Prevention Advisor to give advice -Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Sat 21 Feb 26 Ayton House, 2 Shepherds View, Dappers Lane, Angmering BN16 4SP A member of the Waste Prevention Team/Volunteer Waste Prevention Advisor from West Sussex County Council will be giving more information on the new...

Artist Open Call by Sussex Contemporary and National Trust Standen I

Artist Open Call by Sussex Contemporary and National Trust Standen I Sat 21 Feb 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE UK-based & UK-connected makers are invited to create contemporary responses to the Arts & Crafts movement...

Sleeping Beauty - The Ballet - Sold Out

Sleeping Beauty - The Ballet Sat 21 Feb 26 The Hawth Hawth Avenue Crawley RH10 6YZ SLEEPING BEAUTY - A sumptuous show with classical beauty Let’s All Dance is delighted to present this much-loved ballet for the whole family...

Signs of spring treasure hunt & Crafts!

Signs of spring treasure hunt & Crafts! Thu 19 Feb 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham HOW TO GET HERE By train The Chichester train station is 5.5 miles away. There is a taxi rank outside the station - ask for Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre, Selsey Road, Sidlesham. By bus, the 51 Link service from Chichester Bus Station to Selsey stops outside the Visitor Centre. The bus station is 2 2-minute walk from the train station. The journey takes 20 minutes. To cycle from the station, turn south over the level crossing down Stockbridge Road for a PO20 7NE Spring is just around the corner and there are already plenty of clues hinting at its arrival to be discovered...

Family Workshop: Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden at Standen

Family Workshop: Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden at Standen Tue 17 Feb 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE Have fun making your very own paper flowerpot and join Ben and his friends on this family-friendly trail. Booking not needed...

Amazing birds & Crafts!

Amazing birds & Crafts! Tue 17 Feb 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham HOW TO GET HERE By train The nearest train station is Chichester, 5.5 miles away. There is a taxi rank outside Chichester station - ask to be taken to Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre, Selsey Road, Sidlesham. To cycle from the station, turn south over the level crossing down Stockbridge Road for approximately 100m, then turn left into Canal Basin. Immediately to the right is the canal path, which is the start of Route 88, currently ending at the Visitor Ce PO20 7NE Did you know that every year many birds go off for a long holiday? Some of them will be leaving while others will be arriving...

Denmans Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Mon 16 Feb 26 Denmans Garden, Fontwell BN18 0SU Award-winning Grade II registered tranquil contemporary garden, created by gravel gardening pioneer Joyce Robinson and developed by renowned...

The Worthing Wurlitzer - Nicholas Martin

Sun 15 Feb 26 The Assembly Hall Stoke Abbott Road Worthing BN11 1HQ Experience the Magnificence of the Wurlitzer Theatre Organ at the Assembly Hall. The Worthing Wurlitzer is one of the finest theatre pipe organs...

Shoreham Record Fair 14th February 2026

Sat 14 Feb 26 The Shoreham Centre,2 Pond Road, BN43 5 WU BN43 5WU SHOREHAM RECORD FAIR – 1ST ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL The Shoreham Record Fair is back on 14th February, celebrating one year of digging, spinning &...

Three Cheers for Pooh! Centenary Exhibition & Story Trail at Nymans 1

Three Cheers for Pooh! Centenary Exhibition & Story Trail at Nymans 1 Sat 14 Feb 26 Nymans Handcross near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB Extracts from A.A. Milne's much-loved Winnie-the Pooh stories are paired with E.H. Shepard's iconic illustrations in a fun, family...

Valentine’s Day - Half-Day Chocolate & Origami Experience for Two

Sat 14 Feb 26 Haymans Farm, Shillinglee Road, Plaistow, BILLINGSHURST, West Sussex RH14 0PQ Overview Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a unique, hands-on experience that blends creativity, indulgence, and connection...

Mudfest 2026

Sat 14 Feb 26 WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PB Grab your wellies and dive into the muddy magic of wetlands this February half term! From February 14 to 21, 2026, join us daily between 10 am and 4...

Valentines Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Sat 14 Feb 26 Chichester Cathedral, Chichester PO19 1PX Celebrate Valentine’s night with an unforgettable evening of music in the stunning, candlelit setting of Chichester Cathedral...

Mudfest! At WWT Arundel

Sat 14 Feb 26 WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PB Mud isn’t just messy - it’s marvellous. It’s the stuff our super-powered wetlands and great family adventures are made of...

Guided Walk: Magical Medmerry.

Sat 14 Feb 26 Meet at RSPB Earnley Car Park, . PO20 7JL Join our guides for this wildlife walk around the west side of our wonderful Medmerry reserve, a haven for wintering birds with its fields, mudflats,...

Highdown Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Wed 11 Feb 26 Highdown Gardens, Worthing BN12 6FB Highdown Gardens were created by Sir Frederick Stern. They are home to rare plants and trees, many grown from seed collected by Wilson, Farrer and...

Bentley Wildlife Wood Carvers Showcase

Sun 8 Feb 26 WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PB Discover the art of wildlife wood carving with the Bentley Wildlife Wood Carvers. Meet the talented carvers, admire a stunning display of their work,...

Find your perfect volunteer role at Nymans

Find your perfect volunteer role at Nymans Sun 8 Feb 26 Handcross, near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB New year and time for a new challenge? This drop-in session with our welcoming and friendly team will give you all the details you need to join us as...

Snowdrop Watch at Nymans

Snowdrop Watch at Nymans Sun 8 Feb 26 Handcross, near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB It's snowdrop season at Nymans, bringing a hint of spring to the garden and woodland. Booking not needed...
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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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