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Standen House and Garden - Children’s Summer Craft
Children can enjoy nautical-themed craft and be a part of Helen Beale - Never at Sea this summer. Join us for fun activities at Standen during the summer holidays.
Children can use their creative skills to make their own craft to take home. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.
Standen House and Garden, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead
Today to Sun 19 Aug
Me and My Girl
This uproarious, much-loved musical comedy includes the enormously popular numbers The Sun Has Got His Hat On, Lambeth Walk and of course Me and My Girl. The revised version by Stephen Fry and Michael Ockrent, also featuring Leaning on a Lamppost, won the 1985 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical.
Chichester Festival Theatre Oaklands Park. Chichester
Today to Fri 24 Aug
Petworth - Unlocking Petworth
New for Petworth, take a peak inside the Cambridge Bedroom and Stone Hall in the private apartments of Petworth House. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.
Petworth, Petworth,
Today to Sun 19 Aug
Petworth - Incredible Inventions trail
Follow in the footsteps of Elizabeth Ilive and become an inventor extraordinaire. Using clues around the Pleasure Grounds create an ingenious tool and claim your prize. Booking Not Needed. Suitable for children aged 5-11. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.
Petworth, Petworth,
Today to Mon 24 Sep
Exhibition: The Artist’s Garden
The Artist’s Garden’ kindly sponsored by 1st CENTRAL
Summer Art Exhibition 1st August – 30th September 2018
Borde Hill Garden has been an inspiration for horticulturalists and artists for generations and this summer we are proud to continue this tradition by displaying the artistic response to the beauty of
Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath
Today to Sun 2 Sep
Celebration of Summer II
Last years Celebration of Summer was such a success we have decided to repeat the format again this year Calling it Celebration of Summer II.
We have a rolling show with various artists coming and going through to 28th September.
The Little Art Gallery
Rookwood Road,
West Wittering,
Chichester
Today to Sun 19 Aug, Thu 23 Aug to Sun 26 Aug, Thu 30 Aug to Sun 2 Sep, Thu 6 Sep to Sun 9 Sep, Thu 13 Sep to Sun 16 Sep, Thu 20 Sep to Sun 23 Sep, Thu 27 Sep, Fri 28 Sep
Wendy & Peter Pan- presented by HAODS
It’s an adventure of pirates and lost boys, of shadows and pixie dust, of magic and wonder, as this summer HAODS take you to Neverland with ‘Wendy & Peter Pan’. An unforgettable journey awaits you as the much-loved J.M. Barrie story comes to life… but with a twist.
The Capitol, North Street, Horsham
Today and Sat 18 Aug
Devil’s Dyke - Saddlescombe Farm Tudor soap making & picnic in orchard
Make soap in our 17th Century scullery and bring a tasty picnic to eat in the orchard. Learn about the life of a 9 year old scullery maid at Saddlescombe Farm and how ingredients from its herb garden were used to make toiletries and cleaning products on this near self-sufficient farm. Booking Essential.
Devil’s Dyke
Today
The Treason Show (Aug)
’Comedy Gold’ – The Latest
‘Fiendishly fast and clever’ – The Argus
Silly season is in full swing with the summer holiday antics of the award winning Treason Show team. Bang up to date topical satire with songs and sketches on the mad, the daft, and the ludicrous to know.
Ropetackle Art Centre
Little High Street
Today
Music Festival – Magical: The festival that makes you feel amazing!
The festival that makes you feel AMAZING!
Magical is a small, beautiful, family-friendly 3-day music and arts festival set in the stunning Borde Hill Parkland. It will inspire you to be your best, happiest, most positive and confident self, all the while having a total blast.
Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane
Today to Sun 19 Aug
Nymans - Floral Summer family trail
Enjoy a trail that looks at the many colourful flowers and plants that fill the garden in summer. This trail has taken inspiration from the Messel family women who helped create the gardens. What do you think is in the giant jasmine basket' Take in the scent of the Rose Garden and then continue on a flower hunt.
Nymans, Handcross, Haywards Heath,
Today to Sun 19 Aug
Nymans - Exhibition: The triumph of hope
An exhibition exploring the lives of three women who influenced the garden’s design. Focussing on their creative legacy and the social circles within which they moved, the exhibition will highlight each of their unique contributions to the development of this well-known garden. Booking Not Needed.
Nymans, Handcross, Haywards Heath,
Today to Fri 31 Aug
The Fantastic End of the Pier Show
Now in its 16th year, back by popular demand, Selsey’s foremost musical theatre and singing groups, Cloud Nine and SACOS join forces with some wonderful guests to bring you a veritable feast of amazing entertainment - songs, sketches, comedy, some saucy surprises and everyone’s favourite “Jobs”!
Selsey Town Hall, Selsey High Street
Today and Sat 18 Aug
Nymans - Dream House Tour
Learn more about the fascinating house and ruins with our guided tour of the exterior. Learn about the architecture and discover how the Messel family transformed Nymans into their dream house. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.
Nymans, Handcross, Haywards Heath,
Today, Mon 20 Aug to Fri 24 Aug, Mon 27 Aug to Fri 31 Aug
Standen House and Garden - Exhibition: Helen Beale - Never at Sea
Explore the inspirational story of Standen’s Helen Beale, the pioneering woman who went to war and helped make women an important part of the Navy’s war effort.
Standen House and Garden, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead
Today to Fri 31 Aug
Me and My Girl
This uproarious, much-loved musical comedy includes the enormously popular numbers The Sun Has Got His Hat On, Lambeth Walk and of course Me and My Girl. The revised version by Stephen Fry and Michael Ockrent won the 1985 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical.
Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester
Today, Sat 18 Aug, Mon 20 Aug to Sat 25 Aug
Woolbeding Gardens - Woolbeding Gardens
A masterpiece of colour, design and planting, this carefully cultivated garden awaits your discovery. Woolbeding delights at every turn with distintive garden rooms set against manicured hedges and thoughtfully composed colour-themed borders.
Woolbeding Gardens, Woolbeding, nr Midhurst
Today, Thu 23 Aug, Fri 24 Aug, Thu 30 Aug, Fri 31 Aug
Uppark House and Garden - In Her Shoes Summer Trail
Pick up our family trail this summer and get exploring. This year we are looking at the women who played important roles in the history of Uppark. From foreign travel to butter churning, find out more about each of our women in our fun and imaginative family trail taking you around the house and gardens this.
Uppark House and Garden, South Harting, Petersfield,
Today to Sun 2 Sep
Dusty’s Wildlife Rangers
Become a fearless Wildlife Ranger like Dusty Duck with exciting challenges waiting for you this summer, including pond exploring, animal tracking and survival skills. Grab your free log book and start your expedition as Dusty’s Ranger Camp.
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Mill Road Arundel
Today to Sun 2 Sep
Nymans - Guided garden walk
Come on a guided walk of the gardens led by our experienced and knowledgeable garden rangers. The walk will take in the seasonal highlights, including stars of the Nymans collection.
Nymans, Handcross, Haywards Heath,
Today to Fri 31 Aug
Nymans - Sneak Peek Tour
Learn more about the Messel family, house and collection with our guided tour of the Messel Family Rooms. Join a small group on a behind scenes tour before the house opens. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.
Nymans, Handcross, Haywards Heath,
Today, Mon 20 Aug to Fri 24 Aug, Mon 27 Aug to Fri 31 Aug
African Night Fever: 15 Year Celebration Party
After 15 years offering high-quality music and dance to reflect the cultures and heritage of Africa, we are proud to celebrate our anniversary with two live bands.
SARABANDA ‘HOT CUBAN SALSA AND SON WITH A SERIOUS GROOVE’
Sarabanda are sure to fill the dance floor with their glorious mix of Cuban rhythms.
Ropetackle Art Centre
Little High Street
Sat 18 Aug
The Grange Monthly Market
Collectables, Retro, Curios, Crafts, Plants, Small Furniture, Bric-a-Brac, Jewellery and lots more. Car Park free for first 2 hours- On-Site Café - Free Admisson.
The Grange Centre, Bepton Road, Midhurst
Sat 18 Aug, Sat 15 Sep
Family History Weekend
Set within the upper grounds of Arundel Castle, the Family History Weekend will be an opportunity to meet a variety of historical characters such as a Knight, Pirate and Medieval Scribe.
Arundel Castle & Gardens
Sat 18 Aug and Sun 19 Aug
Arundel Art Society exhibition
As part of the Arundel festival gallery trail, Arundel Art Society will be exhibiting and selling hundreds of paintings and cards accompanied by refreshing tea and cakes.
Saturday 18th - Monday 27th August
14.00 - 17.30 on weekdays
12.00 - 18.00 Saturdays and bank holiday Monday
10.30 - 18.00 Sundays
Cathedral Centre, London Rd, (corner of Mount Pleasant), Arundel
Sat 18 Aug to Mon 27 Aug