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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
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
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...
Optics Day at WWT Arundel
Sat 7 Feb 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
In Visitor Centre gallery
WWT Arundel’s Optics Days give visitors the chance to test a wide range of binoculars and spotting scopes and receive...
Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden at Standen
Sat 7 Feb 26
Standen,
West Hoathly Road,
East Grinstead RH19 4NE
Join Ben & friends on a family trail round the garden.
Booking not needed. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue...
Tell Me
Fri 6 Feb 26
Pavilion Theatre, Marine Parade, Worthing BN11 3PX
Internationally successful and highly acclaimed dance visionary, Sadiq Ali Company, combines circus with powerful storytelling in a piece that...
It walks Around the House at Night
Tue 3 Feb 26
Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP
From the company behind Driftwood and How Not To Drown.
When an out-of-work actor takes a job playing a ghost at an old countryside manor, he...
Manor of Dean - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 1 Feb 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,...
Classical guitar recital by Gary Ryan
Fri 30 Jan 26
Regis School of Music
46 Sudley Road PO21 1ER
Gary's interest in music began with the xylophone until he was given a guitar at the age of 7 years old ...
Snowdrop Watch at Standen
Fri 30 Jan 26
West Hoathly Road,
East Grinstead RH19 4NE
It's snowdrop season at Standen, bringing a hint of spring to the garden and woodland.
Booking not needed...
Brilliant Birds Home Education Sessions 4-7 yrs
Thu 29 Jan 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
£10 per child with a free adult, book online
WWT Arundel’s Brilliant Birds Home Educators session offers a two-hour, hands-on learning experience...
Birdwatching for Beginners Walk
Thu 29 Jan 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
£15 book online
This beginner birdwatching walk at WWT Arundel is designed for adults who want to build confidence in identifying common and winter...
Birdwatching for Beginners Walk
Wed 28 Jan 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
£15 book online
This beginner birdwatching walk at WWT Arundel is designed for adults who want to build confidence in identifying common and winter...
Sociable walks with the Ranger team at Nymans I
Wed 28 Jan 26
Nymans
Handcross
near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Join us for a gentle 3-mile, 2-hour walk through Nymans' woodland, lakes and streams - a perfect way to explore nature and meet new people...
Brilliant Birds Home Education Sessions 8-11 yrs
Tue 27 Jan 26
Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
£10 per child with a free adult, book online.
WWT Arundel’s Brilliant Birds Home Educators session offers a two-hour, hands-on learning experience...
FREE taster session with the Crawley Rock Choir
Mon 26 Jan 26
Crawley United Reformed Church, Worth Park Avenue, Pound Hill, Crawley RH10 3DF
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
5 Whitemans Close - Open Garden for NGS
Mon 26 Jan 26
5 Whitemans Close, Haywards Heath RH17 5DE
This garden shows that winter need not be dull as there is much to see and enjoy in the depths of winter...
Sussex Wedding Fayre
Sun 25 Jan 26
The Triangle, Burgess Hill RH15 8WA
The SussexWedding Fayre
One of the most popular wedding events on the calendar for those getting married in Sussex, South London, Kent and Surrey.
The G&S Society of Sussex present: A Musical Mystery Tour
Sun 25 Jan 26
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Sussex present “A Musical Mystery Tour”, with Elinor Jane Moran (soprano), Philip Lee (tenor) and Emily Leather...
Loving the Lichen!
Sat 24 Jan 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
Often overlooked, these mysterious organisms, have their own roles to play in natures different ecosystems...
Evening Roost Watch
Sat 24 Jan 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
Stay onsite a little longer to watch pied wagtails, egrets, and marsh harriers gather for their evening roost...
Mario Bakuna Trio-Brazilian Landscapes - Live @ Ropetackle Arts Centre
Sat 24 Jan 26
Little High St, Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 5EG
After a very successful season performing at international festivals and prestigious music venues worldwide, Mario Bakuna brings to Ropetackle Arts...
Musica Poetica: Choral Concert
Sat 24 Jan 26
St Andrew's Church, Weald Drive, Furnace Green, Crawley RH10 6NU
Musica Poetica: A love story between music and lyrics, featuring works from Haydn, Chilcott, Bob Dylan and more
Sonare, the acclaimed a cappella...
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience @ Worthing
Thu 22 Jan 26
Indigo Restaurant @ Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
Embarking on its 29th year of touring, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience continues its universally acclaimed adaptation of the iconic TV series...
Evening Roost Watch
Wed 21 Jan 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
Stay onsite a little longer to watch pied wagtails, egrets, and marsh harriers gather for their evening roost...
FREE taster session with the Arun Valley/Billingshurst Rock Choir
Wed 21 Jan 26
Billingshurst Centre, Roman Way, Billingshurst RH14 9EW
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
A Dangerous Novelty? The Age of Electricity at Standen I
Wed 21 Jan 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...
Guided Walk: Wintering Waders and Wildfowl
Sat 17 Jan 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
Join our enthusiastic and friendly team of guides for a walk from RSPB Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre towards Church Norton...
Behind the Scenes Tours of Standen House
Wed 14 Jan 26
Standen,
West Hoathly Road,
East Grinstead RH19 4NE
Take a tour behind the scenes while it's closed for winter conservation.
Tickets available on arrival from reception on a first come,...
Bentley Wildlife Wood Carvers Showcase
Sun 11 Jan 26
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
Discover the art of wildlife wood carving at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre, with the Bentley Wildlife Wood Carvers...
Artists Wildlife Painting Workshop
Sat 10 Jan 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 workshop gives an introduction to basic techniques of watercolour painting combining a little theory with a lot of practical application...
New Years Day At The Oak Barn Restaurant
Thu 1 Jan 26
The Oak Barn Restaurant
Cuckfield Road
Burgess Hill
West Sussex RH15 8RE
New Years Day At The Oak Barn Restaurant
The Oak Barn Restaurant has decided to open its doors for the first time in a long time for New Years...
Guided Walk: New Year at Pagham!
Thu 1 Jan 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
Start the new year by joining our friendly guides for this guided walk along the West Side of RSPB Pagham Harbour...
New Year Party Glitz & Glam Party
Wed 31 Dec 25
The George & Dragon Pub
Dragons lane
Horsham RH13 8GE
? NEW YEAR’S EVE GLITZ AND GLAM PARTY ?
Ring in 2026 in true style at The George & Dragon!
Get ready for a sparkling night of fabulous food,...
New Years Eve At The Oak Barn Restaurant
Wed 31 Dec 25
The Oak Barn Restaurant
Cuckfield Road
Burgess Hill
West Sussex RH15 8RE
New Years Eve At The Oak Barn Restaurant 2025
Celebrate the end of 2025 in style!
Serving food 6pm until 9pm
2 courses = £49...
Wellbeing Walk - Findon Valley, Buddington Bottom & Chanctonbury Ring
Sun 28 Dec 25
Meet at Washington South Downs Way car park RH20 4AZ
FREE Wellbeing Walk - led by a volunteer walk leader
Meet at 10:00am. Level 3 Walk. 5.5 miles. 2.5 hours.
Walk 3176...
Wellbeing Boxing Day Walk - Southwater Lanes & Footpaths
Fri 26 Dec 25
Meet at Southwater Country Park car park. RH13 9UN
Fri 26 Dec 10:00am Boxing Day Walk Southwater Footpaths & Lanes
Level 2 5.5 miles 2...
Wagging Walkies at Standen
Fri 26 Dec 25
Standen
West Hoathly Road
East Grinstead RH19 4NE
Get your pooch dressed up for Christmas and visit us for a self-led wagging walk. Doggie treat for festively dressed pooches.
Booking not needed...
Boxing Day At The Oak Barn Restaurant 2025
Fri 26 Dec 25
The Oak Barn Restaurant
Cuckfield Road
Burgess Hill
West Sussex RH15 8RE
Boxing Day Lunch 2025 At The Oak Barn Restaurant
Celebrate your Boxing Lunch at The Oak Barn Restaurant
Serving food 12pm until 230pm
What to...
Boxing Day Racing
Fri 26 Dec 25
Fontwell Racecourse, Fontwell, Arundel
Park Racecourse BN18 0SY
When you need to dust off the Christmas cobwebs after all the Christmas overindulgence, what could be better than a day at the races at Fontwell...
Boxing Day Racing 2025
Fri 26 Dec 25
Fontwell Park Racecourse, Fontwell Ave, Arundel BN18 0SY
Kickstart Your Boxing Day
When you need to dust off the Christmas cobwebs after all the Christmas overindulgence, what could be better than a day at...
The Boundstone Chorus Christmas Celebration
Sat 20 Dec 25
St Michael and All Angels Church, South Street, Lancing BN15 8AJ
The Boundstone Chorus will present their popular and much-loved Christmas Celebration on Saturday 20 December...
Drop-in Festive Crafts
Sat 20 Dec 25
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
Drop-in for hands on family fun with Festive Crafts every day of the school Christmas Holidays.
This activity is included in your admission price,...
Christmas concert
Sat 20 Dec 25
The Chapel at Christ's Hospital School RH13 9LJ
As 2025 draws to an end, Christ’s Hospital Choral Society is looking forward to welcoming you to their Christmas concert on December 20th in the...
Wellbeing Walk - Newpound Nosh
Fri 19 Dec 25
The Bat and Ball Country Pub, Newpound Lane, Wisborough Green, . RH14 0EH
Fri 19 Dec. 10.00am. Newpound Nosh. Level 3. 5 miles. 2.45 hours.
Walk 3208...
Air Ambulance KSS Ardingly Carol Concert
Thu 18 Dec 25
Ardingly College Chapel RH17 6SQ
Sing, support and save lives this Christmas
Join us for a magical evening at Ardingly College Chapel for our Carol Concert on Thursday 18...
Christmas Afternoon Tea, Tour and Carols at Goodwood House
Thu 18 Dec 25
Goodwood House, Kennel Hill, Chichester PO18 0PX
Join us for a magical Christmas afternoon tea at the Goodwood House, followed by candlelit carols in the grandeur of the front hall...
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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!