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Special Event | Babes in Arms Guided Tours

Thu 25 Jun 26 Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1TJ Bring your baby and enjoy a relaxed tour of the Gallery with a member of our curatorial team. Each tour will focus on a different theme, including...

FREE taster session with the Horsham Rock Choir

Wed 24 Jun 26 Cornerstone Methodist Church, London Road, Horsham RH12 1AN If you are wanting to find a local choir to join you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the Horsham Rock Choir...

Discover Clubs and Organisations in West Sussex

Oaklands Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Wed 24 Jun 26 Oaklands Farm, Horsham RH13 8PX Country garden designed by Nigel Philips in 2010. Oak lined drive leading to the house (not open) and farm opens out to an enclosed courtyard with...

Wellbeing Walk - Down by The Riverside, Henfield

Mon 22 Jun 26 Meet at the car park next to The Old Railway pub, Upper Station Road, Henfield BN5 9PJ Mon 22 June 10.00am. Down by the riverside – Henfield. Level 2. 6 miles. 3 hours. Walk 2311...

Sasha's Guitar Legacy

Mon 22 Jun 26 CHRIST CHURCH CHICHESTER Old Market Avenue, Chichester PO19 1SW The West Sussex Guitar Orchestra, directed by Linda Kelsall-Barnett, is joined by special guest soloists including Amanda Cook and Sam Brown to...

Dad Day - Fathers Day Open Cockpit event

Sun 21 Jun 26 Wings Aviation Museum Unit 1 Bucklands Farm, Brantridge Ln, Haywards Heath RH17 6JT A unique photo opportunity to sit in our World War Two D-Day veteran Douglas C-47 Dakota cockpit and climb aboard our 1944 DUKW (DUCK) Amphibious...

Whithurst Park - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 21 Jun 26 Whithurst Park, nr Billingshurst RH14 0JW 14 yr old walled kitchen garden with many espaliered fruit trees. Herb beds, vegetable beds, flower borders and cutting beds...

East Grinstead Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 21 Jun 26 East Grinstead Gardens, East Grinstead RH19 4DG Come and enjoy a variety of gardens, each offering its own unique inspiration. New this year: Cherry Cottage, a ½ acre cottage garden featuring a...

Walberton Ooen Gardens

Sun 21 Jun 26 Walberton Village Hall, The Street, Walberton BN18 0PJ 18 lovely venues to visit. Garden range from very large down to small cottage gardens. St. Mary’s church will be beautifully decorated and there is...

Summer Concert

Sat 20 Jun 26 Christs Hospital School, Horsham RH13 0LJ This summer’s concert features the most melodic music from Bernstein’s West Side Story, Bob Chilcott’s Little Jazz Mass, and Aaron Copland’s Old...

Alderbury - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 20 Jun 26 Alderbury, Pulborough RH20 1AB A garden of just under 2 acres adjoins East Glebe Field in the village. It is divided into a series of distinct rooms, inc a large vegetable garden,...

Pop Inspired Portraits

Sat 20 Jun 26 Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1TJ Explore portraiture through a Pop Art lens with award winning artist Wendy Barratt, creating bold and expressive works inspired by the Pop and the...

Chichester Cheese & Chilli Festival

Sat 20 Jun 26 Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP Get ready for a weekend of flavour, fire, and family fun at the Chichester Cheese & Chilli Festival – a fantastic celebration of food and...

Steyning Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 20 Jun 26 Steyning Gardens, Steyning BN44 3TW Steyning is a lively market town on the edge of the South Downs, home to many artists and crafts people...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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!...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

Saturday Afternoon Pictures - Wonka

Sat 30 May 26 St Peter's Church, Bowness Avenue, Sompting BN15 9TS A film screen of 'Wonka'. Based on the extraordinary character at the centre of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most...

1 Pest Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Fri 29 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...

Discovery Day

Thu 28 May 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex 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-minute walk from the train station. The journey takes 20 minutes. To cycle from the station, turn south over the level crossing down Stockbridge PO20 7NE Secretive spiders. Whilst hunting for mini-beasts and pond dipping in our Discovery Zone, we’ll be focusing on the secretive lives of spiders...

Colon Blunstone: Believe in Miracles Tour

Wed 27 May 26 The Pavilion Theatre Marine Parade, Worthing BN11 3PX Colin Blunstone, lead singer of The Zombies and acclaimed Solo Artist, returns to UK stages with the “Believe In Miracles” Tour, his first national...

May Half term at Standen: Make a Fortune Teller

Tue 26 May 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE Make your own nature inspired fortune teller this half term at Standen at this self-led workshop. Booking not needed...

Storytime at Nymans with Author Jane Riordan

Tue 26 May 26 Handcross, near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB Celebrate 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh and friends and join Jane Riordan to go on an adventure to Hundred Acre Wood...

Mudlarks & crafts! Mud, glorious mud

Tue 26 May 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex 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-minute walk from the train station. The journey takes 20 minutes. To cycle from the station, turn south over the level crossing down Stockbridge PO20 7NE That’s what a lot of our wading birds think! But what is in it that attracts so many birds and other wildlife?...

9 Puttock Way - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 24 May 26 9 Puttock Way, Billingshurst RH14 9ZJ A very small, sloping, new build garden which has been transformed from bare heavy clay into a series of spaces with interesting hard landscaping...

Foxglove Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 24 May 26 Foxglove Cottage, Horsham RH13 5NF An unexpected ¼ acre cottage garden. Theres no lawn, but gravel and bark paths divide colour-packed mixed borders, unusual containers, and quirky...

The Village Fete and Dog Show at Bignor Park

Sun 24 May 26 Bignor Park, Pulborough RH20 1HG It promises to be a fun filled day out for children, adults and dogs in the beautiful location of Bignor Park...

Lindfield open Gardens

Sun 24 May 26 47 Denmans Lane, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2JN 9 stunning Lindfield gardens open in the afternoon (1pm - 5pm) to raise much needed funds for St Peter and St James Hospice

The Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 23 May 26 The Cottage, Pulborough RH20 2BT A quintessential English cottage garden, packed with a mix of perennials and bulbs, set on a potentially challenging, multi-layered site...

Booksale at Nymans: A Loveliness of Ladybirds

Sat 23 May 26 Handcross, near Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH17 6EB Explore our collection of nostalgic Ladybird books in the service wing of the house. All books are priced at £2. Booking not needed...

Grovelands - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 23 May 26 Grovelands, Henfield BN5 9AW A South Downs view welcomes you to this rural garden set in over an acre in the hamlet of Wineham. Created and developed by local landscape designer...

Guided Tree Tours at Nymans 2026 II

Tue 19 May 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...

Begin Wood Carving – Redstart

Sun 17 May 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...

Meadow Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 17 May 26 Meadow Farm, Pulborough RH20 1DF A 2 acre garden with wildflower meadows, designed and planted from scratch by the current owners. Features inc colour themed beds, double borders, a...

A Dangerous Novelty? The Age of Electricity at Standen III

Sun 17 May 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...

Pigeon Mead House - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 16 May 26 Pigeon Mead House, Chichester PO20 7JQ A acre plot about ¾ mile from the coast. The south facing rear garden with a formal structure and informal mixed planting...

Cookscroft - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 16 May 26 Cookscroft, Chichester PO20 7JG A garden for all seasons which delights the visitor. Started in 1988, it features cottage, woodland and Japanese style gardens, water features and...

Bumble Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 16 May 26 Bumble Farm, Billingshurst RH14 0RS A delightful large country garden, passionately and imaginatively created by an enthusiastic owner over the past 20 yrs...

May Open Doors Event in West Wittering

Sat 16 May 26 Wittering Place, West Wittering PO20BJF Buyers are being invited to discover their dream home by the coast at an exclusive May Open Doors Event at Dandara’s Wittering Place in West...

Spring into Medmerry

Sat 16 May 26 Meet at RSPB Earnley Car Park, . PO20 7JL Join our enthusiastic and friendly team of guides for a walk from Earnley Car Park to the Slit Pool and beach through the RSPB's Medmerry...

Nature and Close-up / Macro Photography Workshop.

Sat 16 May 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE This all-day workshop provides an introduction to the key principles and techniques for Nature and also Close-up/Macro photography...

May Open Weekend in North Mundham

Sat 16 May 26 Hawthorn Grove, North Mundham PO20 1JL Local residents, families and househunters are being invited to attend a special open weekend at Dandara’s Hawthorn Grove in North Mundham, West...

The Maker's Fair at Standen

Fri 15 May 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE Meet over 50 makers at Standen, showcasing their heritage craft and contemporary design skills. Demonstrations throughout the day in a marquee on the...

St. John's Southborne Festival

Fri 15 May 26 St. John's Church, Main Road, Southbourne PO10 8LB The St. John's Festival begins with a concert by Los Ladrones and Havant Light Opera. Concert extracts from Edward German's...

May Moth Morning

Wed 13 May 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...

Borde Hill Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Tue 12 May 26 Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP Tranquil and picturesque, Borde Hill has been planted with passion by five generations of the Stephenson Clarke family...

Bignor Park - Open Garden for NGS

Tue 12 May 26 Bignor Park, Pulborough RH20 1HG 11 acres of peaceful garden to explore with magnificent views of the South Downs. Interesting trees, shrubs and wildflower areas...

Champs Hill - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 10 May 26 Champs Hill, Pulborough RH20 1LY A natural landscape, the garden has been developed around three disused sand quarries with far-reaching views across the Amberley Wildbrooks to the...

Sienna Wood - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 10 May 26 Sienna Wood, East Grinstead RH19 4LY Explore our beautiful 4½ acre garden, picturesque lakeside walk and 6 acre ancient woodland. Start at the herbaceous borders surrounding the croquet...

Craft Fair & Fun Dog Show

Sun 10 May 26 The Gallops..Bost Hill..Findon..Worthing..West Sussex.. BN13 3DD Spaces Available for Unique, Kids & Anything else. Fun Dog Show & Makers Market Sunday 10th May 11am to 3...

Hammerwood House - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 10 May 26 Hammerwood House, Midhurst GU29 0PF A large south facing garden with many mature shrubs, inc camellias, rhododendrons, and azaleas. An arboretum with a variety of flowering and fruit...

Bentley Wildlife Wood Carvers display

Sun 10 May 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...

Nashville Nights

Sat 9 May 26 Boxgrove Village Hall, The St, Boxgrove, Chichester PO18 0EE Country Night Live Dust off your boots (or just bring your best toe-tap) and join us for a joyful Country Night packed with live music,...

Haywards Heath care home to host VE Day garden party

Sat 9 May 26 Martlet Manor Butler's Green Rd Haywards Heath RH16 4DA A care home in Haywards Heath is inviting the local community to mark the anniversary of VE Day. On Saturday 9th May from 1pm–4pm, Care UK’s...

Forest Ridge - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 9 May 26 Forest Ridge, Balcombe RH17 6QZ A charming 4½ acre Victorian garden with far-reaching views, boasting the oldest Atlantic cedar in Sussex...

Petworth Town Band Concert

Sat 9 May 26 St Mary's Church Church Street Petworth GU29 0AD GU28 0AD Experience the Magic of Petworth Town Band’s Music! “In the Spotlight” Join us for an unforgettable evening as we showcase the talent, passion,...

The Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair

Fri 8 May 26 The Marquee, Petworth House & Park, Petworth GU28 0QY The annual Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair returns to the grounds of the National Trust’s Petworth House in the market town of Petworth in...

Sussex Art Fair at Gooodwood Racecourse 8th - 10th May 2026

Fri 8 May 26 Selhurst Park Road, Chichester, West Sussex PO18 0PS Sussex Art Fair takes place at Goodwood Racecourse, Selhurst Park Road, Chichester, West Sussex PO18 0PS, in the heart of the Sussex Downs on the...

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners

Thu 7 May 26 The Hawth Crawley, Hawth Avenue, Crawley, RH10 6YZ RH10 6YZ Proudly celebrating its incredible 10th Anniversary, Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners is back for 2026!...

Guided Walk: Experience the Dawn Chorus

Sun 3 May 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE Join in International Dawn Chorus weekend as we help you decipher this spring phenomenon. Close your eyes and soak up the sound of the birdsong as it...

Optics Demo Day at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre

Sat 2 May 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...

ROSA Botanical Art Fair

Fri 1 May 26 West Dean, Chichester, West Sussex PO18 0QZ A spring celebration of flora in art and design showing work by some of the UK’s leading artists. Paintings, photographs, textiles, ceramics,...

Blossom at Nymans

Fri 1 May 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...

Highdown Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Wed 29 Apr 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...

Denmans Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Mon 27 Apr 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...

Newtimber Place - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 26 Apr 26 Newtimber Place, Newtimber BN6 9BU Beautiful C17 moated house (not open). Gardens and woods full of bulbs and wild flowers in spring. Herbaceous border and lawns...

MARM - Militaria. Artisan & Reenactors Market

Sun 26 Apr 26 SOE Showground, Selsfield Rd, Ardingly RH17 6TL A New one day Market brought to you by the people that run The Battles Through History Show. A great mix of traders offering Militaria , Artisan...

East Grinstead care home invites local community to garden

Sat 25 Apr 26 Mill View, Sunnyside Close RH19 4AT A care home in East Grinstead is opening its doors and inviting members of the community to celebrate National Gardening Week in its beautiful...

Duckyls - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 25 Apr 26 Duckyls, East Grinstead RH19 4LP A recently renovated 15 acre garden with wonderful views across Sussex. Consisting of a rhododendron woodland, a newly planted orchard, ponds and a...

Dawn Chorus Walk

Sat 25 Apr 26 WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PB £23 book online Experience the delights of the dawn chorus at Arundel Wetland Centre on this guided walk around the reserve at sunrise...

Judy's Cottage Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 25 Apr 26 Judy's Cottage Garden, Worthing BN13 2AE A beautiful medium sized cottage garden with something of interest all year-round. The garden has several mature trees creating a feeling of...

Arundel Museum Artisan Spring Fair

Sat 25 Apr 26 Arundel Museum, Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA Chat with our local artists and designer/makers about their workshops and enjoy their unique artworks...

53 Cedar Drive - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 25 Apr 26 53 Cedar Drive, Chichester PO19 3EH This garden behind a 1937 semi plays host to a venerable Bramley. Other trees, such as Tibetan birch and Photinia'Red Robin', were...

25 Parklands Road - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 25 Apr 26 25 Parklands Road, Chichester PO19 3DX Developed from rough grass in 2020, this exuberant gravel garden was created by its artist owner. Contrasting foliage, less common plants, and...

Twilight on the North Wall

Thu 23 Apr 26 Meet at the Salthouse, end of Church Lane, Pagham, or what3words: ///improves.crunched.indicates PO21 4NX Join us for an evening stroll along the North Wall of our reserve. We’ll watch the birds coming in to roost and as the sun sets we’ll turn on our...

Artist Open Call by Sussex Contemporary and National Trust Standen II

Wed 22 Apr 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...

Chalk Farm Flowers - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 19 Apr 26 Chalk Farm Flowers, Worthing BN14 0RE A sustainable working flower farm, run by two young horticulturalists with a passion for the environment...

Dawn Chorus Walk

Sat 18 Apr 26 WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PB £23 book online Experience the delights of the dawn chorus at Arundel Wetland Centre on this guided walk around the reserve at sunrise...

The Steyning Holistic Fair – Spring 2026

Sat 18 Apr 26 The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft, Church Street, Steyning, West Sussex BN44 3XZ The Steyning Holistic Fair – Spring 2026 The Steyning Holistic Fair returns this Spring on 18th April, bringing together a vibrant community of...

Material Things XIX 2026 at Standen

Sat 18 Apr 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE Wendy Dolan and Louise Bell return with their beautiful, handmade quilts and stitched textile designs...

The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show at Henfield Hall

Sat 18 Apr 26 Henfield Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield, West Sussex BN5 9DB The Sussex Guild Show season starts at Henfield Hall. Meet contemporary craft makers, buy handmade applied arts or commission a bespoke piece direct...

West Sussex Foraging Courses, with Wild Food UK

Sat 18 Apr 26 Smith & Western, Tilgate Drive, Crawley RH10 5PQ This large West Sussex park’s mixture of broad-leaved woodland, heathland and lakes, make it the perfect place for a diverse range of wild foods to...

Chalk Farm Flowers - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 18 Apr 26 Chalk Farm Flowers, Worthing BN14 0RE A sustainable working flower farm, run by two young horticulturalists with a passion for the environment...

Spring into Pagham

Sat 18 Apr 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...

Let Me Entertain You A Tribute to Robbie Williams

Fri 17 Apr 26 Connaught Theatre, Union Place Worthing BN11 1LG This is a brand new unforgettable concert show celebrating the music and energy of the UK's biggest selling artist of the 90s: Robbie...

Wild and Wonderful Sculpture: Alison Catchlove at Standen

Fri 17 Apr 26 Standen, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE An exhibition of flora and fauna metal sculptures which explores the intricate relationship between nature, British wildlife, and the timeless...

Gozzle

Mon 13 Apr 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 the...

Sisters 360

Sat 11 Apr 26 Connaught Theatre Studio Union Place, Worthing BN11 1LG Hopes, hurdles and halfpipes. Fatima and Salima are the closest, coolest, hijab-wearing step-sisters in all of Bradford – and nothing is going to...

Rymans - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 11 Apr 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...

Discovery Day – Pond dipping & Bug hunting.

Thu 9 Apr 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE There are so many fascinating creatures that lurk and hunt in and around our lovely ponds and Discovery Zone...

The Princess & the Pea - The Ballet

Tue 7 Apr 26 The Hawth Hawth Avenue Crawley RH10 6YZ When a young Prince is in search of a bride, his mother, The Queen, is on the lookout for a real Princess...

Eggstraordinary Birds & crafts!

Tue 7 Apr 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE Many birds will start busily building nests to lay their eggs in and raise a family. Their nests come in all shapes and sizes and their eggs are just...

Wellbeing Easter Monday Walk - Noggin of Nuthurst

Mon 6 Apr 26 Meet outside the Church in Nuthurst RH13 6LH Noggin of Nuthurst Wellbeing Walk. 5 miles, 2.5 hours. Meet at 10:00am outside the Church in Nuthurst, RH13 6LH, please park in the road...

The Old Vicarage - Open Garden for NGS

Mon 6 Apr 26 The Old Vicarage, Washington RH20 4AS A truly creative garden, nurtured over 35 yrs to become a visitor favourite. Spanning 3½ acres, it features formal topiary, seasonal borders, a...

London Harness Horse Parade

Mon 6 Apr 26 South of England Centre, Selsfield Road, Ardingly, Haywards Heath RH17 6TL Historic Harness Horse Parade featuring horse drawn carriages of all shapes and sizes, from Shetlands to Shires and everything in between...

Wellbeing Easter Sunday Walk - Houghton

Sun 5 Apr 26 Houghton Walk - meet at Whiteways Car Park BN18 9FD Walk 3014. 4.4 miles walk. Meet at Whiteways car park (Houghton, near Arundel), BN18 9FD. Please note car park charges may apply check on arrival...

Easter Fun in West Sussex

Sat 4 Apr 26 Wittering Place, West Wittering, West Sussex PO20 BJF and Hawthorn Grove, North Mundham PO20 1JL PO20BJF EGGS-CITING EASTER FUN IN WEST SUSSEX Local families are being invited to take part in fun Easter scavenger hunts at housebuilder Dandara’s...

Easter Makers Fair

Sat 4 Apr 26 The Shoreham Centre, Pond road BN43 5WU 85 incredible creative small businesses all personally selected for the perfect opportunity to discover something new and exciting for Spring, but...

Peelers Retreat - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 4 Apr 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...

Mudlarks & crafts!

Thu 2 Apr 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE Mud, glorious mud – that’s what a lot of our wading birds think! But what is in it that attracts so many birds and other wildlife?...

East Grinstead care home invites veterans to a special roast lunch

Wed 1 Apr 26 Mill View, Sunnyside Close RH19 4AT A care home in East Grinstead is inviting members of the community who have served, or are serving, in the Armed Forces to a special roast lunch...

Three Cheers for Pooh! Centenary Exhibition & Story Trail at Nymans 2

Wed 1 Apr 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...

Discovery Day – Pond dipping & Bug hunting.

Tue 31 Mar 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE There are so many fascinating creatures that lurk and hunt in and around our lovely ponds and Discovery Zone...

Sneak Peek Tours at Nymans I

Mon 30 Mar 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...

Dream House Tours at Nymans I

Mon 30 Mar 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...

The Worthing Wurlitzer - Phil Kelsall

Sun 29 Mar 26 The Assembly Hall Stoke Abbott Road Worthing BN11 1HQ The Worthing Wurlitzer is one of the finest theatre pipe organs in the UK. It is installed in the acoustically superb Assembly Hall which brings out...

Bird-ringing Demonstration

Sat 28 Mar 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE Have you ever fancied watching bird ringing in action or wondered why we do it? This is your opportunity to come along to a public ringing...

Midhurst Brocante

Sat 28 Mar 26 Knockhundred Row, Midhurst GU29 9DQ Curated Vintage fair at The Old Library Midhurst - with 20 vintage traders selling fabulous vintage items for the home, garden & for you...

Worthing Wurlitzer Tea Dance

Sat 28 Mar 26 The Assembly Hall Stoke Abbott Road Worthing BN11 1HQ Mix of Ballroom, Latin and Sequence. Step onto the Assembly Hall’s fine-sprung dance floor for an afternoon of magic...

Art exhibition - Looking through… The four seasons of Pagham Harbour

Sat 28 Mar 26 RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE Winter into Spring - The first of four exhibitions of interpretive artwork inspired by Pagham Harbour through the seasons, including printing, music,...

Latin American guitar Duo's and Solo's : Zoe Barnett & Georgina Dadson

Fri 27 Mar 26 Regis School of Music 46 Sudley Road PO21 1ER Formed in London, the Zoe Barnett and Georgina Dadson Guitar Duo brings a burstingly colourful South American and Spanish programme showcasing rare...

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,...

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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!

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

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

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...

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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!