What's On in the District
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Day/Date |
Venue |
Details |
October |
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| 3 Oct - 15 Nov |
Independent Photographers Gallery and Battle Memorial Hall, Battle | Harriet Logan - will give a talk about her life 25 October, 2-3pm. Lee Miller - Her story to be told by her son and biographer on 1 November, 3-4pm. Admission £5 and £3 for concession. To book call Lucy Bell on 01424 775650 More information visit www.ipgbattle.com |
November |
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1 |
Heathfield Youth Centre, (next to the Co-Op Supermarket) | Christmas Craft and Gift Fair - Lots of stalls, all offering exciting and unique crafts & gifts - all of your Christmas shopping under one roof! Refreshments available. 10am-4pm. Free admission and parking. For more information phone 01424 892240. |
2 |
Knockhatch Ski & Snowboard Centre, on the A22 west of Hailsham | Ski Holiday Special Open Evening - Come along for tips and advice on booking ski holidays, mulled wine and snacks, plus the chance on the night to win a holiday to France worth £500! 7-9pm. Free. |
5 |
Wealden | Bonfires and Fireworks Displays! Open the link to find out contact details of events taking place on and around this date in the District- Bonfire Societies and Bonfire Dates |
6 |
High Rocks, Tunbridge Wells | Sporting Dinner - In the company of one of England’s greatest cricketers Allan Lamb with Bob “The Cat” Bevan MBE and Kevin Connelly from BBC tv’s “Dead Ringers”. Black Tie, Tables of 10 or more -Tickets £55 each (members £50) Gentlemen only . Entire proceeds to Bells Yew Green Cricket Club. For tickets email bob@bobthecatbevan.co.uk or phone 01892 750094. |
8 |
Village Hall, Church Lane, Laughton | Laughton Village Market - local produce stalls, art & crafts, bric-a-brac, books and much more. Refreshments available include bacon butties, tea, coffee and biscuits. Raffle to cover expenses - entry free. 10.00am-12.00pm. |
8 |
East Hoathley | Bonfire Night - the first procession starts at 7pm from Kings Head and the last leaves at 9.15pm from the Foresters Public House. For more information phone 01825 840660. |
8 |
Uckfield station, Uckfield | Ashdown Forest Walk - Meet at Uckfield station at 10.21 for a walk, which is approx 4 miles/ 2 hours long on Ashdown Forest. Transfer to and from the forest is by free minibus so places MUST be booked in advance. The minibus will return to Buxted for pubs or trains at approx 13.30. It is essential to wear wet weather clothing and stout walking boots. Terrain makes walk inaccessible to buggies and wheelchairs. No refreshments available on the forest so please bring water and snacks with you. For places or more info contact Sam Bryant on 07891 556897 or at Samantha.Bryant@ruralsussex.org.uk |
12 |
Hailsham Community Hall, Hailsham | Hailsham Historical Society and Natural History Society will be having a talk from Sharon Searle entitled Saucy Sussex Women at 7.30pm. Visitors are welcome. There is a £2 admission fee for visitors. If you require more information email home@kingspleasure.eclipse.co.uk |
15 |
Bowles Outdoor Centre, Crowborough | Hero for a Day Challenge Event with Southern FM Help a Local Child - working in partnership with Bowles we have set up for you an adrenalin fuelled activity day set in the beautiful surroundings of Crowborough. Adults and children are all welcome. To take part and reserve your place log onto www.southernfm.com/charity or call 01903 218444. |
15-16 |
Michelham Priory, Upper Dicker | Christmas Craft & Gift Fair 01323 858224 |
15-17 |
Cogcraft, Forest Bank Farm, Clockhouse Lane, Nutley | Art Exhibition/Open Weekend - featuring the latest artwork of Sussex landscape artisit Juliet Murray. Come and browse. For more information visit www.cogcraft.co.uk or phone 01825 712565. |
16 |
Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station | Vintage Bus Day - Vintage bus service to run from the Bluebell Railway www.bluebell-railway.co.uk |
19 |
All Saints Hall, Crowborough | Group displays and Crowborough Quiz, Paul Scott. Doors open 2.00pm start 2.30pm. 01892 663548 |
22 |
Chiddingly Village Hall | Satellite Event - The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch A show for children (3-8yrs) based upon the book by Ronda and David Armitage. 2.00pm for a 2.30pm start. Runtime: 50mins. |
22 |
Hailsham Community Hall, Hailsham | Tony & The Saints - East Sussex Rock ‘N’ Roll Club. For more information phone Lyndon on 01435 867853 or email lyndon.rockandroll@virgin.net |
22 |
Ringmer Community College | 50th Anniversary Celebration Dinner - for more information visit www.ringmer.e-sussex.sch.uk |
22 |
St John Sub Castro Church, Lewes | East Sussex Bach Choir and Sussex Baroque Players are celebrating the birthday of St Cecilia, thePatron Saint of music, with an exciting evening of choral music. The concert is at 7.30pm. Tickets are available from Lewes Tourist Information office, by telephone on 07759 878562, or online at www.bachchoir.org. For full details of the event click on the link |
22-23 |
Ashdown Forest Llama Park, Wych Cross | Craft Fair - More details phone 01825 712040 or visit www.llamapark.co.uk |
22 Nov - 20 Dec |
Independant Photogrphers Gallery, 3 Old Brewery Yard, Battle | From a distance photographs by Ray Kyte - The exhibition is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10-4pm or by appointment. Free Admission. T. 01424 775650 E. info@ipgbattle.com W. www.ipgbattle.com |
29-30 |
Eastbourne Cultural Centre | Contemporary Craft Show. 10.00am - 5.00pm |
29-30 |
Ashdown Forest Llama Park, Wych Cross | Visit Santa and his Reindeer - See Santa in his magical Grotto and our Reindeer in their Christmas stable. £7.50 per child to visit Santa and receive a quality gift, also inludes admission to the Park for 1 child and 1 adult. For more information phone 01825 712040 or visit www.llamapark.co.uk |
29-30 |
Drusilla's Park, Alfriston | Santa's Christmas Cottage - Visit Santa and his elves hard at work making all the presents. His cosy cottage is crammed full of toys that the elves have built. For more information phone 01323 874100 or visit www.drusillas.co.uk |
December |
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5 |
Ringmer Community College | Christmas Reunion Band Concert - for more information visit www.ringmer.e-sussex.sch.uk |
6-7 |
Ashdown Forest Llama Park, Wych Cross | Visit Santa and his Reindeer - See Santa in his magical Grotto and our Reindeer in their Christmas stable. £7.50 per child to visit Santa and receive a quality gift, also inludes admission to the Park for 1 child and 1 adult. For more information phone 01825 712040 or visit www.llamapark.co.uk |
6-7 |
Drusilla's Park, Alfriston | Santa's Christmas Cottage - Visit Santa and his elves hard at work making all the presents. His cosy cottage is crammed full of toys that the elves have built. For more information phone 01323 874100 or visit www.drusillas.co.uk |
6-7 |
Alfriston | A Village Christmas - Enjoy the simple, old-fashioned pleasures of the seasonal celebrations. Such as Father Christmas in his Grotto, a ride in a traditional horse cart, music by the Salvation Army Band, fund-raising events sponsored by village businesses, and an old-fashioned community sing-song led by a professional choir. More information phone 01323 870631 or visit www.alfriston.org |
6-7 |
The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux | Christmas Special Weekend - Spectacular science shows to entertain the whole family and an opportunity to shop for stocking fillers and Christmas gifts in our fantastic shop. 1 child admitted free of charge with every paying adult. For more information visit |
12 |
The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux | Geminids Meteor Shower Open Evening - This is the most reliable and often the most spectacular of the year. Characterised by their multi-coloured display these shooting stars are produced from debris left behind by the asteroid 3200 Phaethon. Open 6.30-11pm. For more information visit www.the-observatory.org |
| 13 |
Village Hall, Church Lane, Laughton | Laughton Village Market - local produce stalls, art & crafts, bric-a-brac, books and much more. Refreshments available include bacon butties, tea, coffee and biscuits. Raffle to cover expenses - entry free. 10.00am-12.00pm. |
13-24 |
Ashdown Forest Llama Park, Wych Cross | Visit Santa and his Reindeer - See Santa in his magical Grotto and our Reindeer in their Christmas stable. £7.50 per child to visit Santa and receive a quality gift, also inludes admission to the Park for 1 child and 1 adult. Open everyday 10am-4pm. For more information phone 01825 712040 or visit www.llamapark.co.uk |
13-23 |
Drusilla's Park, Alfriston | Santa's Christmas Cottage - Visit Santa and his elves hard at work making all the presents. His cosy cottage is crammed full of toys that the elves have built. Open everyday. For more information phone 01323 874100 or visit www.drusillas.co.uk |
31 |
Hailsham Community Hall, Vicarage Road, Hailsham | Lucky Strike - East Sussex Rock 'n' Roll Club. For more information phone Lyndon on 01435 867853 or email lyndon.rockandroll@virgin.net |
