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Sedgwick Park House - Open Garden for NGS

These gardens are a must to see before sale at the end of the year. Parkland, meadows and woodland. Formal gardens by..... See more >
Sedgwick Park House, Horsham RH13 6QQ
Today

The Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair

In the middle of May, Petworth will be abuzz with visitors from around the UK and maybe even a few interior enthusiasts... See more >
The Marquee, Petworth House and Park, Petworth GU28 0QY
Today

The Tiger Who Came to Tea at Nymans I

Explore this very special teatime through extracts and illustrations from Judith Kerr’s classic story, The Tiger Who... See more >
Nymans Handcross near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Today to Sun 30 Jun

47 Denmans Lane - Open Garden for NGS

This beautiful and tranquil 1 acre garden was described by Sussex Life as a 'garden where plants star'... See more >
47 Denmans Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 2JN
Today

Of earth and air at Standen

Of earth and air at Standen An exhibition of bird and flower inspired metal sculptures by Surrey based artist Alison Catchlove. Booking not..... See more >
Standen West Hoathly Road RH19 4NE
Today to Mon 1 Jul

Champs Hill - Open Garden for NGS

Champs Hill - Open Garden for NGS A natural landscape, the garden has been developed around three disused sand quarries with far-reaching views across... See more >
Champs Hill, Pulborough RH20 1LY
Today

Legsheath Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Legsheath Farm - Open Garden for NGS Legsheath was first mentioned in Duchy of Lancaster records in 1545. It was associated with the role of Master of the..... See more >
Legsheath Farm, nr Forest Row RH19 4JN
Today

Forest Ridge - Open Garden for NGS

Forest Ridge - Open Garden for NGS A charming 4½ acre Victorian garden with far-reaching views, boasting the oldest Atlantic cedar in Sussex... See more >
Forest Ridge, Balcombe RH17 6QZ
Today

SWALK - Sponsored Walk with Look Good Feel Better

Choose from either our 10km Mighty March or a 3km Steady Stroll and enjoy the beautiful surrounding of Knepp Estate, a... See more >
Knepp Estate RH13 8NQ
Today

Learn Pranic Healing

Learn Pranic Healing PRANIC HEALING is a highly evolved Energy Healing modality Your Hands are precious - use them to correct imbalances,... See more >
The Open Door, Church Twitten, next to 32 High Street, Lewes BN7 2LU
Today
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47 Denmans Lane - Open Garden for NGS

47 Denmans Lane - Open Garden for NGS This beautiful and tranquil 1 acre garden was described by Sussex Life as a 'garden where plants star'... See more >
47 Denmans Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 2JN
Today

Daily guided tours of the garden at Nymans II

Daily guided tours of the garden at Nymans II Join a daily guided garden tour led by expert garden guides. Booking not needed. This event is free, but normal..... See more >
Nymans Handcross near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Today to Wed 5 Jun

Sir Patrick Moore celebrity cup match and family day out

SIR PATRICK MOORE CELEBRITY CRICKET MATCH 2024 & FAMILY DAY Sunday 19th May 2024 from 1 pm This is our Annual... See more >
The Sir Patrick Moore Pavilion, Recreation Ground, High Street, Selsey, PO20 9BB PO20 8BB
Today

Material Things XVII at Standen

Material Things XVII at Standen Wendy Dolan and Louise Bell return with their handmade quilts and stitched textile designs. Booking not needed... See more >
Standen West Hoathly Road RH19 4NE
Today to Sun 2 Jun

FREE taster session with the Haywards Heath Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The local Haywards Heath choir is..... See more >
Haywards Heath Methodist Church, Main Church, Haywards Heath Methodist Church, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN
Mon 20 May, Mon 3 Jun, Mon 10 Jun, Mon 24 Jun

FREE taster session with the East Grinstead Rock Choir

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! Your friendly local East Grinstead choir is run by ..... See more >
Meridian Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT
Mon 20 May, Mon 3 Jun, Mon 17 Jun, Mon 1 Jul

FREE taster session with the Chichester Rock Choir

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... See more >
St Paul’s Church, Churchside, Chichester PO19 6FT
Mon 20 May, Tue 21 May, Tue 18 Jun, Tue 25 Jun, Mon 1 Jul

Age is a Stage Drama Workshops for the over 50s

Age is a Stage will reignite your creative spark! These interactive drop-in drama sessions take place in the..... See more >
Ropetackle Arts Centre, Little High Street, Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 5EG
Tue 21 May, Tue 28 May, and more dates until Tue 25 Jun

Morris Dancing

We join forces with Chanctonbury Ring Morris on Weds 22 May at 7.30 at The Frankland Arms, Washington, RH20 4AL for..... See more >
The Frankland Arms, Washington RH20 4AL
Wed 22 May

Balcombe Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Within the Balcombe AONB there are three quite different gardens that are full of variety and interest, which will... See more >
Balcombe Gardens, Balcombe RH17 6LW
Wed 22 May, Sat 22 Jun, Sun 23 Jun

Guided Walk with the Standen’s Head Gardener

Guided Walk with the Standen’s Head Gardener Join our Head Gardener, James Masters, for a guided tour of the Arts and Crafts garden at Standen. Booking..... See more >
Standen West Hoathly Road RH19 4NE
Wed 22 May, Wed 12 Jun

FREE taster session with the Arun Valley/Billingshurst Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the... See more >
Billingshurst Centre, Roman Way, Billingshurst RH14 9EW
Wed 22 May, Wed 12 Jun, Wed 19 Jun, Wed 26 Jun, Wed 3 Jul

Join our choir in Horsham Late for a FREE taster session

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Horsham Rock Choir is led by..... See more >
Brighton Road Baptist Church, 7 Brighton Road, Horsham RH13 5BD
Wed 22 May, Wed 5 Jun, Wed 12 Jun, Wed 26 Jun, Wed 3 Jul

Brass Training Band

Training Band for all brass instruments (including french horns, trumpets etc) bass or treble clef readers... See more >
BURGESS HILL GIRLS, KEYMER ROAD, BURGESS HILL RH15 0EG
Wed 22 May, Wed 29 May, Wed 5 Jun, Wed 12 Jun

John Thompson art workshop at Nymans: Meadow Flowers

John Thompson art workshop at Nymans: Meadow Flowers Join John Thompson, Artist in Residence, for this full day art workshop in the rustic and cosy potting shed at Nymans... See more >
Nymans Handcross near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Thu 23 May to Sat 25 May

'Is it dementia or signs of aging?' talk in Chichester

A care home in Chichester is inviting the community to a free event to educate more people about how to spot the signs... See more >
Chichester Grange Grosvenor Road Chichester PO19 8FP
Thu 23 May

FREE taster session with the Worthing Rock Choir

Are you looking to join a choir? The Worthing Rock Choir is led by singing teacher Emma Steele. Rock Choir is..... See more >
Vale School, Vale Avenue, Worthing BN14 0DB
Thu 23 May, Thu 27 Jun

FREE taster session with the Worthing Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Worthing?' then why not join your local Rock..... See more >
Heene Community Centre, 122 Heene Road, Worthing BN11 4PL
Thu 23 May, Thu 13 Jun, Thu 20 Jun, Thu 27 Jun, Thu 4 Jul

Big Bowls Weekend

Do you think Lawn Bowls is for the older generation only...think again this sport is for all ages and for anyone... See more >
Tarring Priory Bowls Club Church Road Tarring BN13 1HQ
Fri 24 May to Sun 26 May

Worthing: Lemoncello

Get ready Worthing! We’ve partnered with the Tarring Club to bring Pinot & Picasso to you! Bring the zesty vibes to..... See more >
The Tarring Club, 118-122 Pavilion Road Worthing BN14 7EL
Fri 24 May

Leonardslee Lates

Bask in live music as the sun sets over our vibrant spring gardens with our exciting series of late-night openings... See more >
Leonardslee Gardens Brighton Road Lower Beeding, Horsham RH13 6PP
Fri 24 May to Sun 26 May

May half Term at Nymans - The Tiger Who Came to Tea

May half Term at Nymans - The Tiger Who Came to Tea This May half term The Tiger Who Came to Tea comes to Nymans for a family trail round the garden. Booking not..... See more >
Nymans Handcross near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Sat 25 May to Sun 2 Jun

Peelers Retreat - Open Garden for NGS

Peelers Retreat - Open Garden for NGS This inspirational space is a delight with plenty of shaded areas to sit and relax, enjoying delicious teas... See more >
Peelers Retreat, Arundel BN18 9EX
Sat 25 May, Tue 28 May, Sat 8 Jun, Tue 18 Jun

Bing's Nature Explorers at Arundel Wetland Centre

Children can grab a map and take part in a fun-filled activity trail featuring the stars of the multi-award-winning TV... See more >
Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road Mill Road BN18 9PB
Sat 25 May to Sun 2 Jun

May half term at Standen

May half term at Standen This May half-term become a nature explorer at Standen with trail and nature journal to take home. Booking not..... See more >
Standen West Hoathly Road RH19 4NE
Sat 25 May to Sun 2 Jun

The Priest House - Open Garden for NGS

The Priest House - Open Garden for NGS C15 timber framed farmhouse with cottage garden on acid clay. Large collection of culinary and medicinal herbs in a..... See more >
The Priest House, West Hoathly RH19 4PP
Sat 25 May, Sat 29 Jun

Peelers Retreat - Open Garden for NGS

This inspirational space is a delight with plenty of shaded areas to sit and relax, enjoying delicious teas... See more >
Peelers Retreat, Arundel BN18 9EX
Sat 25 May, Tue 28 May, and more dates until Tue 2 Jul

54 Elmleigh - Open Garden for NGS

54 Elmleigh - Open Garden for NGS acre property with terraced front garden, leading to a heavily planted rear garden with majestic 120 yr old black... See more >
54 Elmleigh, Midhurst GU29 9HA
Sat 25 May to Mon 27 May

The Oak Barn Interactive & Social Games Night!

The Oak Barn Interactive & Social Games Night! Bank Holiday - Sunday 26th May 2024! 7pm - 11pm All are welcome -..... See more >
The Oak Barn Cuckfield Road RH15 8RE
Sun 26 May

CURL UP & DIE presented by Steyning Drama Company

Following a sell-out last November at the Barn Theatre, Southwick, Steyning Drama Company is proud to present CURL UP... See more >
Steyning Grammar School Theatre, Shooting Field, Steyning BN44 3RX
Sun 26 May

Village Fete and Dog Show at Bignor Park

Village Fete and Dog Show at Bignor Park The village Fete and Dog Show at Bignor Park is back again! It promises to be a fun filled day out for children, adults..... See more >
Bignor Park Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1HG
Sun 26 May
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Foxglove Cottage - Open Garden for NGS

Foxglove Cottage - Open Garden for NGS A ¼ acre plantaholics garden, full of containers, vintage finds and quirky elements. Paths intersect both sunny and..... See more >
Foxglove Cottage, Horsham RH13 5NF
Sun 26 May, Wed 3 Jul, Sun 7 Jul

9 Puttock Way - Open Garden for NGS

9 Puttock Way - Open Garden for NGS A very small, sloping, new build garden which has been transformed from bare heavy clay into a series of spaces with... See more >
9 Puttock Way, Billingshurst RH14 9ZJ
Sun 26 May and Mon 27 May

The Old Vicarage - Open Garden for NGS

Gardens of 3½ acres set around 1832 Regency house (not open). The front is formally laid out with topiary, wide lawn,..... See more >
The Old Vicarage, Washington RH20 4AS
Mon 27 May, Sun 30 Jun

The Old Vicarage - Open Garden for NGS

The Old Vicarage - Open Garden for NGS Gardens of 3½ acres set around 1832 Regency house (not open). The front is formally laid out with topiary, wide lawn,..... See more >
The Old Vicarage, Washington RH20 4AS
Mon 27 May

Mudlarks & crafts!

Mud, glorious mud – that’s what a lot of our wading birds think! But what is in it that attracts so many birds and..... See more >
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 the PO20 7NE
Tue 28 May

Discovery Day – Frogs and toads!

Whilst hunting for mini-beasts in our Discovery Zone, we’ll be focusing on the extraordinary lives of frogs and toads... See more >
RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE
Thu 30 May

Nymans’ Outdoor family theatre: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Nymans’ Outdoor family theatre: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Join us for this family theatre performance of this classic children's story, set against the backdrop of Nymans... See more >
Nymans Handcross near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB
Fri 31 May

Bumble Farm - Open Garden for NGS

Bumble Farm - Open Garden for NGS Delightful large country garden. Passionately and imaginatively created by enthusiastic owner over the past 20 yrs... See more >
Bumble Farm, Billingshurst RH14 0RS
Fri 31 May, Sat 1 Jun, Sat 15 Jun, Sun 16 Jun

Judy’s Cottage Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Judy’s Cottage Garden - Open Garden for NGS A beautiful medium sized cottage garden with something of interest all year-round. The garden has several mature trees..... See more >
Judy’s Cottage Garden, Worthing BN13 2AE
Fri 31 May

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!