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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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!