West Sussex Events
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Air Ambulance KSS Lancing Carol Concert
Wed 17 Dec 25
Lancing College Chapel BN15 0RW
Sing, support and save lives this Christmas
Join us for a magical evening at Lancing College Chapel for our annual Carol Concert on Wednesday 17...
Wellbeing Walk - Steyning Walk
Tue 16 Dec 25
Meet at Steyning Health Centre, Tanyard Lane, Steyning BN44 3RJ
Free Wellbeing Walk led by a volunteer walk leader.
11:00am. Steyning Health Centre Walk. Level 2...
A Boy Called Christmas
Mon 15 Dec 25
Chichester Festival Theatre PO19 6AP
An enthralling, charming and magical tale that tells the true story of Father Christmas.
For 11-year-old Nikolas, whose nickname is Christmas...
Air Ambulance KSS Arundel Carol Concert
Mon 15 Dec 25
Arundel Cathedral BN18 9AY
Sing, support and save lives this Christmas
Join us for a magical evening at Arundel Cathedral for our annual Carol Concert on Monday 15 December...
Care for Veterans Christmas Carol Concert
Sun 14 Dec 25
Lancing College Chapel, Lancing College, Lancing BN15 0RW
Experience the magic of Christmas at the stunning Lancing College Chapel with our festive carol concert, a heartwarming event in support of Care for...
Shoreham Record Fair 13th December 2025
Sat 13 Dec 25
2 Pond Road Shoreham By Sea BN43 5WU
SHOREHAM RECORD FAIR – CHRISTMAS EDITION!
The Shoreham Record Fair is back for Christmas – and it’s set to be our best one yet!...
Petworth Town Band Christmas Concert
Sat 13 Dec 25
St Mary's Church Petworth GU28 0AD
Petworth Town Band Christmas Concert featuring ReChoired
Join us for a magical evening of festive music and community spirit at the Petworth Town...
West Street Open Studios
Sat 13 Dec 25
20 West Street, Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 5WG
Introducing our wonderful artists… Open 13th Dec 11am - 5pm. Come hear the choir sing for us at 12 noon!...
Guided Walk: Church Norton Wintering Waders and Wildfowl
Sat 13 Dec 25
RSPB Car Park at Church Norton, Meet Church Norton car park PO20 9DT
Join our enthusiastic and friendly team of guides for a walk from the RSPB Car Park at Church Norton towards the beach and an area known as the...
ABE Artists and Makers Christmas Open Studio
Sat 13 Dec 25
Barnham, Eastergate, Walberton, Westergate BN18 0AS
Join twenty local artists and designer-makers in six venues for our first ever Christmas Open Studio event...
WINTER WONDERLAND CONCERT by Edwin James Festival Choir and Orchestra
Sat 13 Dec 25
Littlehampton United Church
1 High Street BN17 5EG
Join us on Dec 13th for some festive fun at our Winter Wonderland concert to celebrate the season, with choir and orchestra...
Christmas by Candlelight
Fri 12 Dec 25
St Giles Church, Horsted Keynes RH17 7AY
Follow the path of candles into the lovely church and join us for an evening of beautiful music by these two first class ensembles...
Ice Skating at Seal Bay Resort
Fri 12 Dec 25
Seal Bay Resort
Warner's Lane,
Selsey,
Chichester PO20 9EL
Get ready to skate into the festive season at Seal Bay, with our magical Ice Skating Rink open from 12th December to 2nd January. ?...
Wellbeing Walk - Buchan Park
Mon 8 Dec 25
Buchan Park - Horsham Road Crawley RH11 9HQ
Mon 8 Dec . 10:00am. Buchan Park . Level 2 . 5 miles. 2.5 hours.
Walk 2307...
Christmas Jumpers Race Day
Mon 8 Dec 25
Fontwell Racecourse, Fontwell, Arundel
Park Racecourse BN18 0SY
Get your Christmas Jumpers at the ready – Christmas Jumper Raceday is here at Fontwell Park! Get in the festive spirit this December by wearing your...
Christmas Jumpers Raceday 2025
Mon 8 Dec 25
Fontwell Park Racecourse, Fontwell Ave, Arundel BN18 0SY
’Tis the Season to Be Jolly
Get your Christmas Jumpers at the ready – Christmas Jumper Raceday is here at Fontwell Park!...
Feed the Birds Workshop
Sun 7 Dec 25
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
Craft garlands, edible wreaths and cookie cutter bird feeders to celebrate the holiday season in your garden, while helping to feed your feathered...
Richard Durrant's Songs Of the Solstice Christmas Concert
Sun 7 Dec 25
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Little High Street. Shoreham-by-Sea. BN43 5EG
Richard Durrant's 20th Anniversary Christmas Tour - Songs Of The Solstice
Set yourself up for the Christmas Season with Richard Durrant’s...
Wellbeing Walk - Three Woods Walk
Sun 7 Dec 25
Georges Lane Car Park, Storrington RH20 3JH
FREE Wellbeing Walk led by a volunteer walk leader.
10:00am. Three Woods Walk. Level 3. 6.5 miles...
The Three Little Pigs
Sat 6 Dec 25
Chichester Festival Theatre PO19 6AP
From the award-winning Stiles and Drewe (The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Honk!, Half a Sixpence) comes The Three Little Pigs – a 'very curly...
Twilights at Standen
Sat 6 Dec 25
Standen
West Hoathly Road
East Grinstead RH19 4NE
Step inside the house and experience the magic of Standen in the evening, with rooms lit and decorated with twinkling lights and Christmas trees...
Midhurst Contemporary Craft Show
Sat 6 Dec 25
Midhurst Rother College, North St, Midhurst, W. Sussex GU29 9DT
The Sussex Guild is delighted to be returning to the spacious, modern surroundings of Midhurst Rother College to showcase our contemporary...
Santa's Grotto
Sat 6 Dec 25
Chichester Festival Theatre PO19 6AP
Father Christmas had such a magical time at Chichester Festival Theatre last year that he’s bringing his workshop back again!...
Christmas Arts @The Norfolk Arms
Sat 6 Dec 25
Sussex Room, The Norfolk Arms Hotel, High Street, Arundel BN18 9AB
Beautiful unique gifts by artist-makers for family, friends and yourself.
Join us in the Sussex room through the arch, for gorgeous handmade...
Shoreham Christmas Makers Fair
Sat 6 Dec 25
The Shoreham Centre, Pond Rd
Shoreham BN43 5WU
Come join Paper Daisy Events for their annual Christmas Makers Fair at The Shoreham Centre on Saturday 6th December!...
Christmas Dinner, Disco & Party Nights At The Oak Barn Restaurant
Fri 5 Dec 25
The Oak Barn Restaurant
Cuckfield Road
Burgess Hill
West Sussex RH15 8RE
Christmas Dinner, Disco & Entertainment Party Nights At The Oak Barn Restaurant
Celebrate with The Oak Barn's Dinner, Disco & Entertainment...
Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight
Fri 5 Dec 25
Chichester Cathedral, Cathedral Cloisters PO19 1PX
Step into the warm glow of candlelight this festive season and experience the magic of Christmas through the timeless beauty of classical music, set...
Christmas Tree Festival
Fri 5 Dec 25
HOLY TRINITY CHURCH Cuckfield RH17 5JZ
The full glory of this traditional festival will start on Friday 5th and we look forward to welcoming you to this magical, heart warming event with...
Wreath Workshop
Fri 5 Dec 25
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
Use willow and natural plants to make a wreath for your door - naturally made, simply beautiful.
Learn to weave your natural willow wreath from...
Christmas Tree Festival
Fri 5 Dec 25
St Michael and All Angels Church, South Street, Lancing BN15 8AJ
The Christmas Tree Festival makes a sparkling return to St Michael's Church. Come along and see the Christmas trees decorated by schools,...
St Anne’s Choir performance at Dandara's Wittering Place
Fri 5 Dec 25
Church Rd, East Wittering, West Wittering, Chichester PO20 8FJ
Dandara is inviting the local community for a festive evening at its Wittering Place development in West Wittering for Christmas performance from St...
Christmas by Candlelight
Thu 4 Dec 25
St. Peter's Church, Brighton Road, Woodmancote BN5 9SU
Follow the path of candles into the lovely church and join us for an evening of beautiful music by these two first class ensembles...
ChristmasCelebration Lunch At The Oak Barn 2025
Mon 1 Dec 25
The Oak Barn Restaurant
Cuckfield Road
Burgess Hill
West Sussex RH15 8RE
Christmas Celebration Lunch 2025 At The Oak Barn Restaurant
Celebrate your Christmas Lunch at The Oak Barn Restaurant
Serving food - Monday to...
Christmas Celebration Dinner At The Oak Barn Restaurant 2025
Mon 1 Dec 25
The Oak Barn Restaurant
Cuckfield Road
Burgess Hill
West Sussex RH15 8RE
Christmas Celebration Dinner 2025 At The Oak Barn Restaurant
Celebrate your Christmas Lunch at The Oak Barn Restaurant
Serving food - Monday to...
Wellbeing Walk - Sussex Stroll
Mon 1 Dec 25
Park and meet at Nymans National Trust Gardens RH17 6EB
Free Wellbeing Walk led by a volunteer walk leader.
10:00am Sussex Stroll Level 2 5.5 miles 2...
The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Sussex present: A Chatter of Patter
Sun 30 Nov 25
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Sussex present “A Chatter of Patter”
Richard Suart talks about his life and his internationally renowned Gilbert...
Littlehampton Concert Band presents Magic of the Musicals II
Sun 30 Nov 25
Windmill Theatre, Windmill Rd, Littlehampton BN17 5LH
Littlehampton Concert Band presents Magic of the Musicals II at the Windmill Theatre, Windmill Rd, Littlehampton...
Care for Veterans Christmas Fayre
Sat 29 Nov 25
Care for Veterans, Gifford House, Boundary Road BN11 4LJ
Join us for a festive celebration at our Christmas Fayre!
Date: Saturday, 29th November
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Care For Veterans,...
Nature’s Christmas Wreath-dressing Workshop
Sat 29 Nov 25
RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE
There is something special about hanging your own traditional Christmas wreath. Get into the Christmas spirit and have some festive fun dressing your...
Christmas Fayre
Sat 29 Nov 25
55 High St, Selsey PO20 0RB
Christmas Fayre in aid of The Selsey Community Forum
Tombola, Raffle,
Christmas Crafts
Decorations, Present Ideas
Tea, Coffee, Cakes, Mince...
Optics Demo Day at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Sat 29 Nov 25
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...
Winter Wonderland
Sat 29 Nov 25
Pagham Village Hall, Pagham Road, Pagham PO21 4NJ
IN AID OF CHESTNUT TREE HOUSE CHILDREN'S HOSPICE
NINA TUCKNOTT, born in Finland, the home of Father Christmas will be creating wreaths,...
Leonardslee Lights
Fri 28 Nov 25
Leonardslee Gardens
Brighton Road
Lower Beeding, Horsham RH13 6PP
LEONARDSLEE LIGHTS
presents
“A Midwinter Light’s Dream”
This winter Leonardslee Lights returns with a dazzling new route and expanded cast of...
The Nutcracker - A Festive Family Treat!
Fri 28 Nov 25
The Hawth
Hawth Avenue
Crawley RH10 6YZ
After a sell-out tour last year, this festive favourite makes a welcome return this Christmas.
Retaining all the much-loved characters and music,...
A Christmas Wish - A Gorgeous Christmas Show
Fri 28 Nov 25
The Hawth
Hawth Avenue
Crawley RH10 6YZ
It is Christmas Eve.
Fern the Christmas Fairy and Eggnog the Elf are vey excited! They play, dance and decorate their cosy little room...
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Thu 27 Nov 25
Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, Leonardslee Gardens
Brighton Road
Lower Beeding, Horsham RH13 6PP
Surround yourself with friends, family or join in to make a new friend whilst indulging in warming treats of mulled wine and mince pies...
Begin Wood Carving – Winter Robin
Sun 23 Nov 25
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road
Arundel BN18 9PB
The Bentley Wildlife Carvers teach you to the basics of wood carving in this introductory workshop for people aged 18+...
Chichester Brick Festival
Sun 23 Nov 25
Westgate Leisure Centre
Via Ravenna
Chichester PO19 1RJ
A LEGO fan event dedicated to all things brick!
This will be a great day for families, collectors, adult builders and every other kind of LEGO...
A Fairytale Christmas at Nymans
Sat 22 Nov 25
Nymans
near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Step into a fairytale inspired Christmas at Nymans with a land of make believe inside the house and a family adventure trail in the garden...
The Jolly Holly Christmas Family Trail at Standen
Sat 22 Nov 25
Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE
Fun for all the family with games and activities for all.
Booking not needed. Normal admission charges apply for the venue...
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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!