Families Sussex Coast July/August 2018

IN THIS ISSUE

Create Lasting Family Memories

Olympic legend Alex Gregory talks about his family adventures

Bumper Summer What's On Guide

Plan your summer holidays with 8 pages of family event

Competitions!

Win family tickets

Learner Riders

Guide to teaching them to cycle

Healthy Homemade Ice Lollies

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Pippi ngford Park Nutley. East Sussex

Our nursery is part of Springfield Infant School and is for children aged 3 and 4 years old.

Highly Qualified Staff

Open during school hours 9.00am3.00pm Breakfast Club

The nursery is situated within the school building and is part of the everyday life at the school. We have highly qualified practitioners with years of experience in Early Years that work closely with the Reception staff team to ensure there is a quality approach to early learning and care, in a bright and stimulating environment with quality resources.

If you are interested please call into or phone the school office to book an appointment to see us and to request an information pack.

Springfield Infant School

A fascinating journey for parents, grandparents and kids of all ages into the amazing world of trees. Discover the wonders of nature and a day of adventure that will open your eyes to the ways in which we can play, work, learn and explore in the woods.

Plus, enjoy delicious local and drink in the stunning Sussex location.

Sackville Road, Worthing BN14 8BQ T: 01903 219243 E: office@springfieldschool.co.uk

We are highly committed to giving your child the best start to life.

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ACTIVITY PROGRAMME Worthing Leisure Centre | Splashpoint Leisure Centre Davison Leisure Centre | Field Place Manor House

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Are you Entitled to Free Childcare?

In April 2017, the Government launched a new system called the Tax Free Childcare Vouchers Scheme offering a new form of childcare vouchers.

It also increased free childcare hours. Whereas previously, childcare vouchers were a benefit offered by employers and free childcare hours were simply provided by nurseries, there is now a registration process and an eligibility criteria to meet. You are elegible if: • Both parents are working (or a sole parent is working) Both earn over £120 per week. You are Employed or Self Employed and live in England.

FInd out at www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

Send Kids on a World Adventure Whilst most of us crave a warmer climate during the summer, a family holiday abroad is not always on the cards. However, that doesn’t mean children have to miss out on exploring the exciting cultures, tastes and traditions of a new country or three during their summer break.

Our Little Globe is a children’s subscription box that delivers personalised activity kits themed to a new country, each month. With the average parent estimating they make thirteen suggestions to their child per day during the summer break to help keep them entertained, a box packed full of fun delivered to your door could be just the ticket.

The activities included range from crafts to cooking and the first month includes a free mini suitcase, world map and passport to document their adventures across the world. To find out more, visit www.ourlittleglobe.co.uk

Win a copy of David Walliams: Book of Stuff In celebration of ten wonderful Walliams years, we are offering you the opportunity to win this brand new compendium perfect for the ultimate David Walliams fan.

Published in glorious colour, this spectacularly funny feast of a book is jam-packed with exclusive sneak peeks, fun character facts, games and quizzes, perfect for bags of fun this summer! www.worldofdavidwalliams.com Email your answer to the following question to hello@familiessussexcoast.co.uk.

Closing Date 17th August 2018. For T&Cs, see www.familiesonline.co.uk

Celebrate Playday UK Playday is the national day for play in the UK, and will take place this year on Wednesday 1 August.

Playday is an annual celebration of children's play with thousands of children and families playing outside at events across the UK. It is an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of children's play and the need for quality play opportunities every day of the year.

From small-scale community events to thousands of children taking part in events organised in parks and open spaces – Playday is celebrated by each community in a way that suits them.

As well as a celebration of children’s right to play, Playday is a campaign that highlights the importance of play in children’s lives.

You can hold and register your own Playday event or find one close to you by visiting www.playday.org.uk

Young Artist Competition Does your child love Brighton beach?

Enter their seafront-inspired artwork to this new competition to win tickets, multiattraction passes and art classes across Brighton.

All ages from 0 - 16 years old are welcome to enter. The winning three works from each of the 4 different age groups will be displayed at British Airways i360 during the summer holidays.

Deadline is 8th July 2018. Download a form at www.britishairwaysi360.com/youngartist

For how many years has David Walliams been writing children’s books? a) 50 b) 2 c) 10

Mischief Makers 2018 Summer Reading Challenge Children's reading can 'dip' during the summer holidays if they don't have regular access to books and encouragement to read for pleasure.

The annual Summer Reading Challenge helps get three quarters of a million children into libraries each year to maintain their reading skills and confidence. 2018 will be the 20th challenge. It’s open to primary school children of every ability.

This year the challenge will focus on the theme of mischief and pranks, as inspired by the much-loved Beano comic, which celebrates its 80th anniversary next year.

Children are challenged to read at least six library books over the school holidays and collect incentives, such as stickers, to earn

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their final challenge certificate and medal.

Children can choose, recommend and review books at the Book Sorter on the Challenge website. This is the largest database of children’s peer-peer reading recommendations.

More information, visit www. summerreadingchallenge.org.uk

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Brighton Through the Looking Glass Take the family for a day out in Brighton this summer. With so much to see, it’s hard to know where to start, so why not see it all from British Airways i360?

As the glass viewing pod glides up slowly to 450ft, make new memories together as you point out landmarks across the city, the South Downs and the beautiful Sussex coastline.

Join the Discovery Trail and hunt for the windfarm on the horizon, artwork on the nearby rooftops or domes nestled among the city rooftops. Or just stand quietly together and take it all in.

However you spend your time on the pod, raise a glass of delicious local juice at the Nyetimber Sky Bar before gliding gently down again – relaxed, refreshed and with a whole new perspective on the city.

Game on! This summer holidays you can also enjoy giant games on the boarding deck, a building blocks corner and a kids’ art exhibition. Book now at www.BritishAirwaysi360.com

We have 3 family flights to give away (for 2 adults + 2 children or 1 adult + 3 children). To enter just email your name, address and telephone number to hello@familiessussexcoast.co.uk. T&C's apply visit familiesonline.co.uk. Competition closes 31t July 2018.

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Ultimate Activity Camps Ultimate Activity Camps provide outstanding activity day camps for 4-14 year olds in the school holidays, where the children’s welfare and having fun are at the heart of everything they do!

Every day, children will enjoy a brilliant mix of sports, games and creative activities led by inspiring staff at amazing locations and this summer they are coming to St Andrew's Prep Eastbourne!

With great savings if you book early, they offer great value for money, and you can pay by childcare vouchers. For flexibility, book by the day or week and change dates for free up to 14 days in advance! For peace of mind, Ultimate Activity Camps are Ofsted registered and all their staff are DBS cleared and qualified teachers or instructors.

Camps run Monday to Friday during summer holidays with drop off from 8am and collection until 6pm.”

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Creating Lasting Family Memories

By Alex Gregory What are the childhood experiences you remember?

For me, it’s the things I did outside with my family and, interestingly, they weren’t always long or complicated activities. I remember digging a really deep hole in the garden with dad, so deep I could hide inside it. I remember the day when we crossed the fields to the stream not far from home and ate an apple while sitting on a branch overhanging the water.

Getting outdoors is beneficial for adults as well as children. It’s something that’s available to everybody, it’s free, it’s healthy, it’s fun and, most importantly, it has the potential to create wonderful lasting memories.

So, what can you do together that will create lasting memories?

Sunrise and Sunset Moments There’s nothing more rewarding or simple.

You’ll need to find a suitable location, at the top of a hill, or anywhere from where you can clearly see the sun rising or falling. If your children are anything like mine they will run about, climb trees or moan about being cold.

That’s fine, don’t get frustrated, it’s all part of the experience. The greatest gift you will ever receive will arrive in 20 years’ time when one of them turns to you and says “remember that time you woke me up before school and we climbed the hill to watch the sunrise. That was amazing!”

Cooking over a Fire We often cook dinner outside in the garden.

The kids get involved, cutting up the vegetables, mixing in ingredients and turning food. It’s fun and they get very engrossed.

Roughly chopped veg in a foil parcel with a spot of olive oil, chicken or sausages on

a metal grate or sweet potatoes wrapped in foil and buried in the embers are great options. They all cook quickly and easily, taste delicious and can be eaten whilst sitting around the fire together!

Make a Bird Feeder Turn a plastic bottle upside down, unscrew the lid and push it through a small plastic saucer. Fill the bottle with birdseed, screw the cap back on to hold the saucer in place and cut some holes in the bottle near the saucer to allow the seed to drop out. Hung from a tree this is a perfect, recycled bird feeder that is sure to attract a whole host of different birds wherever you live. This practical activity will be so rewarding for your child and the results can be seen immediately.

Sleep in a Hammock As long as there are two trees to which the hammock can be fastened, then you can have a wonderful night out under the stars. You can easily tie a rope directly overhead and lay a tarpaulin over the top to keep the rain off, creating an exciting, den-like feel. There’s nothing to beat drifting off to sleep outdoors while gently swinging in the breeze!

If you discover a hedgehog in your garden or nearby, then why not build a hedgehog house together? This can be a complicated palace or just an upturned wooden box, weatherproof and hidden in the corner of the garden.

However you decide to do it, I promise you when your child discovers a hedgehog has moved into the house they made, their pleasure, pride and excitement will be long enduring.

Fishing by Hand The underwater world has certainly grabbed my children’s imaginations and they now love nothing more than to be knee deep in a stream investigating the depths. In British rivers we have these wonderful little camouflaged fish called Bullheads. They hide under rocks in fast flowing streams, sometimes living their whole lives under the same rock. With a little patience and guile, it’s possible to catch these little fish for a few moments using just your hands. The excitement of a first catch is unforgettable.

Ingredients

Let the kids cool down in style with healthy homemade ice lollies. There is no limit to the range, as you can use any fruit you like – and even smuggle in some veggies!

• 400gof frozen (or fresh) berries. A mix is great - I use blueberries and strawberries • 1/2 tin of coconut milk • 400g natural yoghurt • 1 tbsp maple syrup (use a little less or more depending on how sweet your fruit is) • 1tsp vanilla

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I spent many happy days making a bridge over my grandparent’s pond. I’ve done it with my kids since and they loved it too. Push two sticks firmly into the ground and cross them over to form an X. Repeat this a little further away, then lay more sticks across the X’s. Do this across a river, stream or pond, or even across your garden creating a walkway just above the water or ground. It’s simple and great fun.

Build a Hedgehog House

Home-made Yoghurt and Berry Coconut Ice Lollies

Whipping up a batch of homemade ice lollies makes for a quick and exciting summer project for kids and these are a breeze to make. All you need is a food processor or blender, ice lolly moulds and a bit time to allow them to set. Here is my favourite recipe for yoghurt and berry ice lollies, which is also one of the easiest!

Build a Bridge

Alex Gregory (MBE) is the only person to hold a World record in both Olympic Rowing and Ocean Rowing. He is also the author of Dadventures, a new book (published by HarperNonFiction on 31 May).

Alex was motivated to write Dadventures during the 2017 Polar Row expedition when he realised that his children didn't care about him being a brave explorer; all they wanted was him to share small adventures with them closer to home.

Makes 4 (but this is depending on the size of your lolly moulds)

Instructions

• Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor and blitz until smooth.

• Pour the mixture into your ice-lolly moulds and attach the freeze top.

• Freeze for a minimum of 4 hours until solid.

• Warm the moulds under water to release the pops when you are ready to eat them.

Dani Binnington is a cook, yoga teacher and wellness warrior dedicated to providing practical steps for achieving physical and mental wellbeing for the whole family. For more inspiration, recipes, events and classes, visit www.healthywholeme.

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Top Tips You told us you loved the Zero Waste tips in our previous issue, so we've come back with some more! Join the conversation by sending us your thoughts and pictures of how your family are trying to minimise waste in your home to editor@ familiessussexcoast.co.uk

Heading for

ZERO

Refill Schemes Fall back in love with tap water and find out where you can refill your reusable water bottle with regional Refill Schemes - there are currently schemes locally in Brighton and Hove and Lewes.

@RefillLewes @RefillBrighton

• Plan ahead - it's really easy to make wasteful choices when you're either hungry or overtired!

• Travel smart - Take light weight bags, bottles and containers with you wherever you go. Easy to keep in a rucksack or in the boot of your car, just in case you need any last-minute purchases.

• Remove or downsize your bin - Nothing got us thinking more about our landfill contribution than this! When you have a large bin liner, you can easily fill it without batting an eyelid. When you reduce the space to one carrier bag per week, or one small paper bag - you have to make decisions much more mindfully.

With thanks to local Zero Waster Farah Tanner who has a beautiful and inspiring Instagram page @ZeroWasteSussex

BYO Coffee Cup Brighton resident Peter Golton has created a really useful google map of all the cafes in the Sussex Coast area that offer a discount/incentive if you bring your own reusable cup.

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Too Good to Go Help fight food waste and get a cheap meal with this app. Buy and collect heavily discounted, unsold foods from local stores, restaurants and takeaways - with a growing network of participating food outlets, download the app to check what is available close to you.

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Supporting Many parents will naturally

harbor safety concerns in the early stages of learning. The best way to help the child from suffering a fall is to aid their balance. This should be done from behind and under their armpits or on the chest. It is better than holding the saddle and the bars so that the child becomes accustomed to the weight distribution and controlling the handlebars. It also gives you, the parents, more control over wobbles and potential crashes.

Assisting Riding In order for the child

Teaching your Child to Cycle Sir Chris Hoy and Evans Cycles offer their top tips to teaching your child to ride

Location While it might be tempting to

choose a soft, grassy area for cycling practice, this will actually be more challenging to pedal on. A smooth, tarmac surface that is relatively open and away from traffic is ideal as it helps the child to pick up some rolling momentum and gauge how the bike responds to their body movements.

Avoid Stabilisers The assumption

is that early stage riding must be done with stabilisers. This isn’t recommended as the child will learn the wrong weight distribution and begin exaggerated handlebar movements instead of leaning when they are turning the bike. If you don’t have a balance bike you can take the pedals off, lower the saddle so their feet are flat on the floor and they can learn the basic of controlling and walking the bike step by step. familiesonline.co.uk

Bike Setup Make sure the bike fits,

rather than buying them a bike to grow into.

A lighter weight bike will be much easier for the child to learn on. Ensure the saddle is the correct height. The child should only be able to rest the balls of their feet on the ground to stabilise. Though it may feel secure in the first instance to rest flat feet on the ground, the child’s knees will come up too high and interfere with steering.

Balance Many children will have already

ridden a balance bike, whether this is the case or not, it is good practice to roll on the bike without pedalling. Sit in the saddle and touch toes to the ground. Then, using big stride, pick up a bit of speed and roll as far as possible without touching the pedals.

Braking The best way for children to

grasp the concept of braking is for them to walk alongside the bike with their hands in position. At their first attempt, most children will grab the brakes firmly resulting in a sudden stop. Practice using the brakes to come to a stop in a controlled manner and remind children to prepare to put their feet down as they come to a halt, this may take a few prompts.

to learn the association between pedalling and forward motion, parents should ensure they assist accordingly; if the child stops pedaling, then pushing should be stopped too.

Pedalling Once they have gained an

understanding of how to balance the bike, position the child’s feet on the pedals with their stronger leg higher up, just below the down tube. Explain that - to set off - they must push hard with their stronger leg whilst setting off with their standing leg. This may take a few practices to master. Ensure children are covering their brakes in case they set off too fast.

Progress When the child is comfortably

pedalling, let them try to pedal the bike in a straight line, stopping at a specific point.

Depending on the progress thus far, this may require a little or a lot of assistance.

More advanced tasks would be riding around corners, maintaining awareness of surroundings as well as riding ‘S’ bend routes or riding continuously for five minutes.

Awareness Children can often be distracted by pedalling as it may be a new movement.

Ensure they keep their head up and don’t look down at their feet. Also if there are friends or family on bikes ahead of them, tell them to look around before they pull the brakes and don’t stop too suddenly.

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Save up to 20% with Combi Saver tickets for British Airways i360, SEA LIFE Brighton and the Royal Pavilion, for use within one week!

See the city from three different perspectives - from above, from beneath the water and in retrospect. Book at BritishAirwaysi360.com

Visit British Airways i360 and kids go half price at Drusillas

We’ve scoured the area for the best local family events during July and August so you don’t have to! We take great care in compiling our events guide, but please do contact venues before you leave home as things can change.

Walk on air and walk on the wild side! After visiting British Airways i360 in Brighton you can take the kids half price to Drusillas Park near Alfriston - just pick up a voucher from the BAi360 ticket office to benefit from this owl-some offer! Book at BritishAirwaysi360.com Cu Spot the dot for FREE events!

Until 4 September Aliens, Zombies and Monsters!

4 and 5 July Teletubbies Live in Brighton

Local children's author and illustrator, Aaron Blecha reveals the tricks of his trade at this special exhibition. From an initial idea to a finished book, you can enter Aaron's weird world and find out how he creates his books. Aaron Blecha is illustrator and author of Goodnight, Grizzle Grump! and the Shark School series of books.

Join Tinky Winky, Laa Laa, Dipsy and Po for their first ever theatre show. Featuring fullsized Teletubbies and all the puppetry, songs, action and sunshine you'd expect from TV's favourite furry friends.

1 hour 20 mins. Babies 0-6 months are admitted free of charge. Children above this age require a ticket. 10am and 1pm / £15.25-£18.25.

Hove Museum, New Church Road, BN3 4AB

Summer Season at the Lido Arundel Lido, Queen Street, BN18 9JG, 01903 884772

Arundel Lido is the only remaining Lido in West Sussex and offers outdoor swimming with heated pools in a stunning setting. The Main Pool is 25 metres long and has a maximum depth of 1.5m.

There is also a 5 metre long Entry Pool, with easy entry steps, a link to the Main Pool and a depth of 1m. For under 8 year olds there's a large Paddling Pool with a beach style entry at the shallow end and a maximum depth of 0.65m at the deeper end.

The season runs until 9th September and is open every day, rain or shine! Open term time: Mon – Fri 12 – 6pm and Weekends 10am – 7pm. School and Bank Holidays: Mon – Fri 10am – 6pm, Weekends 10am – 7pm. Season tickets also available.

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All summer long at i360...

Explore the view from the pod with the Discovery Trail, enjoy giant games on the boarding deck, a building blocks corner and a kids’ art exhibition in the beach building!

Great Days out at Amberley Museum

Theatre Royal, New Road, Brighton, BN1 1SD. 0844 871 7650

36 acres to explore and over 40 exhibits to visit, preserving Sussex industrial heritage.

Ride the narrow gauge railway and historic bus around the site.

Open 7th March to 28th October 2018 With over 50 events each year, large free car park and Dog friendly.

Visit our website for more information.

New Barn Road, Amberley, Arundel, West Sussex BN18 9LT 01798 831370 - office@amberleymuseum.co.uk - www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

7 July Street Food & Makers Market

Have a Go at Archaeology

The Brighthelm Centre Gardens, Brighton, BN1 1YD 07976 509711

Free Entry and dog friendly.

A fantastic mix of delicious street food stalls and local makers, producers and designers are bought together in the lovely sheltered garden of the Brighthelm Centre. With professional live musicians, face painting, glitter art and a chilled designated picnic area.

11-5pm.

24th July - 3rd August Join our dig and try your hand at archaeology!

Celts & Romans!

Sat 4th & Sun 5th August Historical action of Ancient Britons & Romans. Fighting, feasting & fun!

Summer Fun

7 July Summer Garden Party

Every Thursday in August Travel back 2,000 years and experience life in Roman times!

Graylingwell Park, Off College Lane, Chichester, PO19 6PQ

A fantastic summer event with loads of free activities for the family. The Kids’ Village includes a bouncy castle, tractor rides, bouncy slide, sumo suit wrestling, pogo gladiator game, face painting,

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British Airways i360 on Brighton Seafront

Best of Brighton Summer Offers

What's On sports and play games, crafts and Monkey Music. In the Arcade, you’ll find classics such as the crockery smash, runaway train and coconut shy. Browse the market, be entertained with music, karaoke and live mic, or try out a range of different classes.

Nearby, you can put your dog through its paces on the agility course, watch demos and see if your pup can win one of the many dog show prizes including waggliest tail, fluffiest dog and fastest dog.

Bring a picnic to have on the beautiful grounds, or visit the food market and beer tent.

Free entry. From 12 noon.

7 and 8 July Brighton Kite Festival

Stanmer Park, Brighton, BN1 9SE, 01273 292704

This is the 40th Kite Festival held in Brighton and brings some amazing sites and colour to Stanmer Park! The event is free to attend. Car parking is by donation. 11am - 5pm.

7 and 8 July Wiston Steam Rally

Wiston Park, Steyning, BN44 3DZ

Wiston Steam Rally has more than 1200 exhibits in attendance ranging from steam traction engines to vintage vehicles, as well as a large fun fair with traditional rides and side stands. Adult £8 / Child £5 / Family £22.

12 – 15 July Goodwood Festival of Speed Goodwood House, Chichester, PO18 0PX, 01243 755048

The 2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed will celebrate the event's 25th anniversary: "Festival of Speed - The Silver Jubilee". Held in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House, the Festival of Speed is motorsport's ultimate summer garden party. A unique summer weekend that brings together a variety of cars, stars and motorsport ‘royalty’ to create the largest car culture event in the world. Day tickets from £37 per adult / from £18.50 per teen / under 12s free.

13 – 15 July Beach Dreams Festival

Shoreham Beach Green, Shorehamby-sea, BN43 5YG

A free community event full of live music, attractions and culture for the whole family. Now in its 20th year the festival is solely run by volunteers and famously starts with two large processions made up of all the local

schools and samba bands filling the streets as they march towards the festival site from both corners of Shoreham Beach. Friday 13 July will see Beach Dreams launch for 2018 with a kids' disco and magic bubble show, followed by an amazing fire show, then a weekend of great music and more.

13 – 15 July Dinosaur World Live

Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World in this interactive new show for all the family. Grab your compass and join an intrepid explorer across unchartered territories to discover a prehistoric world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favourite flesheating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus!

For ages 3+. Various times.

Tickets £14 or Family of 4 £50.

14 – 15 July Rail Gala

Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre, Amberley, BN18 9LT

This year sees a celebration of Peter’s 100th birthday with plenty of noise and action on the big train set and the annual model railway exhibition. Enjoy riding the railway around the site with the resident steam trains.

14 – 15 July Brighton Yoga Festival

Sussex County Cricket Ground, Eaton Road, Hove BN3 3AN

The UK’s largest free to enter Yoga Festival, featuring the very best teachers in yoga, therapy and meditation, as well as a growing retail area and entertainment program.

Now in its fifth year, the annual event offers more yoga classes than ever, as well as live music, kids entertainment, and plenty of ‘have a go’ opportunities. The Festival is open to all, regardless of age, experience or fitness levels, with many specialist and beginner's classes for those who have never tried yoga before. Saturday 11am – 7pm and Sunday 11- 5pm. www. brightonyogafoundation.org

14 July WishFest

An annual fun day for the community, at Wish Park in Hove. With live music, stalls, dog show and lots of activities for families and children. 12pm - 6pm.

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20 - 21 July David Baddiel's ANiMALCOLM

The annual, on-your-doorstep, volunteer-run, free community festival for the Lewes Road/ Elm Grove/Hanover areas.

Enjoy live music, workshop, stalls and more. Suggested donation £2 per person. 1pm - 9pm.

Malcolm doesn’t like animals, which is a problem because his family love them and their house is full of pets. After a bizarre school trip unlike any other, Malcolm begins to understand animals more deeply than anyone. But will he end up the same as before? Because sometimes the hardest thing to be is… you. A vibrant, energetic and gloriously funny musical.

Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Eastbourne, BN21 3PF

William Clarke Park, Hartington Rd, Brighton, BN2 3LJ

14 July Love Festival

Pavilion Theatre Worthing, BN11 3PX 01903 206206

Wish Park, Hove, BN3 4LN

14 July Patchfest

Caffyns Field, Beach Road, Littlehampton, BN17 5JQ

Now in it's 6th year, Love Festival in Littlehampton offers the community a chance to share in the musical and artistic talents of south coast performers and artists.

Circus Seen CiC will be hosting a free all day workshop on circus skills, for children of all ages. Plus LOCA will be hosting a free Art Chillax area for children of all ages, a time to relax and create art. There will also be a community stall area in which locals and visitors can learn about and meet the local services, clubs, organisations and charities available within the area.

10am - 6:30pm.

21 July Kids Party in the Park Bognor

14 – 15 July Classic Vehicle Show

Worthing Fire Station, 57 Ardsheal Road, BN14 7RN

Hotham Park, Bognor Regis, PO21 1HP

Lots of entertainment throughout the day including disco parties, face painting, rides inflatables, stalls and refreshments. Arrive at 10:30am to register for the fancy dress competition.

Admission/entertainment is free, charges apply for rides/ face painting. 10:30am - 4pm.

21 July Worthing Fire Station Open Day and Broadwater Carnival

Broadwater Carnival Society and Worthing Fire Station present Broadwater's Big Day Out. It promises to be a great free day out with shows and activities for everyone.

This year's carnival has a circus theme and fancy dress is encouraged! Parking is available at Worthing College.

10am - 4pm.

Michelham Priory, Hailsham BN27 3QS

The stunning grounds of Michelham Priory provide a beautiful venue for a display of more than 100 classic cars.

Visit the working forge and explore the main house. The café is open all day serving freshly made lunches, light snacks and drinks. 10:30am 5pm. Normal admission costs.

14 – 15 July Norman Knights Tournament Arundel Castle, Arundel, BN18 9AB

A tournament of foot combat held on the upper grounds.

A tented encampment will include a variety of crafts and demonstrations, a falconry display, have-a-go-archery (over 8's) and story teller.

14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29 July Summer Jousting Events Hever Castle Edenbridge, Kent

The annual Summer Jousting Tournaments begin at Hever castle on 14 and 15 July. The Knights of Royal England will be entertaining the crowds with exhilarating displays of action, stunts, falls and fights in an authentic arena complete with a Royal Box. Join Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and the Knights of Royal England in the procession to the Jousting arena. Battling it out in the saddle and on foot in one-to-one combat, the valiant knights will then compete for points to find this season’s ultimate champion. Bring a blanket or watch the joust in style from the medieval spectator stands, available for a small cost on a first-come, first-served basis. Then choose which knights you support and cheer them to glory.

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23 July – 2 September School Holliday Shows

25 July Archaeology Day

In addition to the interactive hands-on exhibits, during the school holidays there will be daily telescope tours and spectacular science shows (times may vary). Science Shows: 11am, 1pm and 3pm.

Telescope Tours: 12noon, 2pm and 4pm Open daily 10am - 6pm. Normal admission charges apply.

Be an archaeologist for the day at Michelham Priory. Get stuck in with a whole heap of exciting hands-on activities, finds processing, living history and incredible displays for all ages. There'll be a children’s trail and activities throughout the day, with plenty to do both inside and out. 10:30am - 4:30pm / Normal admission charges apply.

Observatory Science Centre, Wartling Road, Hailsham, BN27 1RN

21 July Japanese Summer Festival

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BHASVIC Main Hall, 205 Dyke Road, Hove BN3 6EG

A free entry, fun afternoon for all ages with free activities and Japanese food from 12 – 4pm. You will find fun games, a table top sale, Japanese language lessons, Japanese folksongs and traditional music sing-alongs. There will also be a ninpo performance by Samurai Centre, a traditional tea ceremony, origami workshops, wagashi sweets from wa café an-an, Japanese style bread from Gu Choki Pan, Japanese curry, yakitori, sushi, onigiri, cakes, sake, ramune soda and lots more to try. This is a fundraising event for Ohisama Ahaha Japanese Groups for Children – find out more about the groups that run on Mondays and Fridays at www.ohisamasite.wordpress.com

21 July Arts in the Courtyard

21 July – 27 August Knights & Princesses School

Arts in the Courtyard is part of Littlehampton Arts Festival. Held in Evans Garden Courtyard, visitors can enjoy live music & performances, with art activities for all.

Artists Steve Carroll, David Bourne, Staci3Art, plus many more will be on hand creating art and to answer art questions related to their skill sets. 12pm - 4pm.

Throughout the summer holidays kids can experience what it was like to grow up and serve in a royal household in medieval times at Knights and Princesses School.

Suitable for children ages 6-12 approximately, classes include lots of hands-on activities to keep them entertained.

Children are encouraged to come in costume to really enter the spirit of the event.

These free classes last for around 40 minutes and take place daily at 11:30am 12:30pm 2pm, 3pm and 4pm.

Included in normal admission and should be booked on arrival.

High Street, Littlehampton, BN17 5AG

21 July Jamie's Wish Family Fun Day Linden Park, Littlehampton, BN17 7BJ This will be the 12th annual family fun day by Jamie's Wish Trust, with lots of fun for all the family. There will be stalls, raffle, competitions, performances, live music, character walkabouts, bar, barbecue, rides and so much more! Admission is free. 11am - 4pm.

Hever Castle, Edenbridge, Kent

21 July – 2 September Dusty's Wildlife Rangers

Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road, Arundel, BN18 9PB, 01903 883 355

This summer kids can become one of Dusty’s Wildlife Rangers.

Grab your free Ranger logbook and start at the Wildlife Garden where you’ll find the new Ranger Camp. Here you can learn to send secret messages, find water, tie bush craft knots and more.

Then set off into the wild for the map and compass challenge and hunt for animal tracks, or find out how to forage for natural remedies. Special wildlife ranger stickers will also be available to collect. A whole new world of award winning discovery awaits you at Arundel Wetland Centre with two adventure playgrounds, a café serving delicious homemade food and a gift shop with unique take-home treats. Arundel Wetland Centre is fully accessible with buggy and wheelchair friendly pathways, comfortable hides and disabled and parent & baby facilities. The centre is open from 9.30 am-5.30pm seven days a week.

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24 July Herbs and Scents

Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA, 01273 474610

Drop in to the house during the afternoon to explore the plants in the garden. Make an herb bag or some soap to take home. All ages are welcome.

1pm - 4pm.

24 July and 2, 8, 15, 22 and 29 August Meet Hello Kitty

Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS

Visit Hello Kitty in her beautiful themed house and have a souvenir photo taken with the cute cat herself. Meet and greet opportunities will operate at intervals throughout the day. Normal admission applies.

24 – 29 July International Jousting & Medieval Tournament

Arundel Castle, Arundel, BN18 9AB

Throughout the Castle grounds, experience the thrill of the renowned Arundel International Jousting Competition. Set within an authentic medieval style encampment, with the knights and men-at-arms of Raven Tor, plus a story teller and the musicians of Rough Musicke, this is a unique week-long tournament. The thrilling tournament will be accompanied by have-a-go archery and a host of craft displays and entertainment.

24 July – 3 August Have a Go at Archaeology Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR

Celebrate the Festival of Archaeology and take part in an excavation.

Find out about archaeological conservation and quiz the experts.

10am - 4pm / Normal admission charges apply.

Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS

25 - 29 July Learn to Swim Safe - fun and free water safety activity for children Lancing Beach Green, Lancing, BN15 8RA

Swim Safe is a fun and free water safety activity for children, founded by the RNLI and Swim England. Every year, RNLI lifeguards race to the rescue of children and adults who find themselves in difficulty in and near the water. Swim Safe teaches children aged 7-14 essential water safety skills through a fun session delivered by trained instructors. Children learn where is safe to swim, how to float, what to do if something goes wrong and how to call for help if someone else is in trouble.

The 60-minute session is run by qualified lifeguards and instructors. To take part, your child must be able to swim a minimum of 25 metres.

A parent or guardian must be present throughout the session. 2pm, 3pm and 4pm.

25 July and 23 August Meet Skye and Rubble from PAW Patrol Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS

Get ready for action as two of PAW Patrol's finest recruits, Skye and Rubble, return to Drusillas Park. The heroic pups will be appearing in the Events Arena at intervals throughout the day. You’d be barking mad to miss it! / Normal admission charges apply.

26 July and 14 August Meet Peppa Pig & George

Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS

Join in the excitement and snorts of laughter as the lovable Peppa Pig embarks on a Drusillas Park adventure, with her brother George. The pair will make appearances at various intervals during the day Normal admission charges apply.

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26 July Pirates and Princesses Adventure Cruises

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On the Wey and Arun Canal, Loxwood

Special themed Pirates & Princesses Adventure Cruises will be running on The Wey & Arun Canal this summer. Come in fancy dress and enjoy some good swashbuckling fun with ‘sea’ battles to try and defeat the pirates, rescue the princess and take possession of the treasure chest! The trips will last approximately 1½ hours and will depart at 11am and 2pm. Tickets cost £12 per person to include light refreshments, and a share of the captured treasure for all the children. Booking in advance is strongly recommended. Bookings for all special events and weekend public trips can be made via the Trust website. For enquiries about private charters, call the WACT Office on 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun.co.uk. Visit www.weyandarun. co.uk for more events.

27 July Littlehampton Shoreline Sculpture Show East Beach, Sea Road, Littlehampton, BN17 5GB

A free event for all. Create natural sculpture on Littlehampton seafront, with artists from LOCA on hand to offer assistance. This is an opportunity for the public and artists to create sculpture together that can be visible on the Littlehampton shoreline for weeks after creating.

Punch & Judy Shows will be performed by Glyn Edwards and there will be talks and shoreline discovery tables.

4pm - 7pm

27 – 29 July Enchanted Horsham Horsham Park RH12 2DW

An ancient magic is returning to Horsham Park this summer as Enchanted Horsham comes alive with a unicorn, mermaids, street theatre and music in this exciting family festival with illuminated pleasure gardens. Enter a Summer Wonderland for all ages to enjoy. Experience first-hand the street theatre, vintage funfair, circus performances and belly dancers, along with a market celebrating local lifestyle and fashion, street food and drink. 4pm – Midnight. Adults £20/Children under 16 enter for free. Tickets at www. enchantedhorsham.co.uk

27 July and 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 August Mr Pepper's Little Learners Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre, Amberley, BN18 9LT A morning of activities for under 5's.

10.30am to 12.30pm

28 July Kids Party in the Park

Queen's Park, Brighton, BN2 0QU

A fun packed day out with entertainment throughout the day. Arrive at 10:30am to register for the fancy dress competition. Find games, disco raves, donkey rides, face painting, rides, inflatables, stalls and refreshments.

10:30am - 4pm.

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28 July Family Tournament

Yellowave Beach Sports, Brighton, BN2 1EN, 01273 672222

Play volleyball as a family in a low key, relaxed vibe. One tournament court for families with children aged 4-8 years and another with children aged 9-16 years. Age ranges are flexible around ability levels. Entry is £16 per family.

Teams between 4-6 players with half of the players being under 16yrs. 2 - 4pm.

28 – 29 July Owls Out and About

Paradise Park, Avis Road, Newhaven, BN9 0DH Owls ‘Out & About’ will be at Paradise Park Garden Centre in East Sussex. Experience the magic of getting up close to these feathered friends! 10am – 4pm.

28 July - 4 August Wick Week

Clun Road, Littlehampton, BN17 7DZ 01903 732063.

You are invited to one of the most enthusiastic celebrations of a community that loves to open its doors to welcome others to join the fun. Music, sport, food, entertainment and fun activities that showcase the outstanding groups and organisations that provide services in the community ranging from older generation groups through to baby and toddler groups.

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What's On 29 July Classic Car Summer Show

31 July and 7, 18 & 19 August Family History Days

1 and 30 August Meet Spider-Man

The annual summer car show will bring a wonderful collection of classic cars from 1955 – 1991, with some exhibitors dressing up in the period costumes to add to the atmosphere. Also enjoy the resident steam trains riding the railway around the site.

Set within the upper grounds, Keep and Stone Hall of Arundel Castle, these Family History Days will be an opportunity to meet a variety of historical characters and a have a go at activities, including archery. There will also be falconry, plus a face painter and story teller. 10am - 4pm / Normal admission charges apply.

Weaving a web of excitement, the Amazing Spider-Man spins into action at Drusillas Park.

The crime-fighting crusader will be launching his webslinging fun and Super Hero antics during meet and greet appearances throughout the day. Normal admission charges apply

Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre, Amberley, BN18 9LT

Arundel Castle, BN18 9AB

31 July Summer Flowers

Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA, 01273 474610

29 July South Coast Family Fun Run Martello Fields, Seaford, BN25 1JX, 01270 842 800

A great way to encourage children to get active and healthy with no minimum (or maximum) age for the 5k, so the whole family can take part. Run for charity or simply for the fun and receive a finishers medal as you cross the finish line. A lapped course which takes in the scenic seafront views with on-site parking and hot and cold refreshments available. Registration for the 5k Fun Run is £15 with free entry for under 12's when accompanied by a paying adult Also available is the 10k for 14+ year olds (£20) and the ½ Marathon for 16+ year olds (£25).

29 July Littlehampton Harbour Waterfront Festival

Littlehampton Harbour, Pier Road, BN17 5LR

The Littlehampton Harbour Waterfront Festival is back again for another year to celebrate all things nautical and showcase the variety and diversity of activities that take place within the harbour during a fun day for all the family. 10am - 4pm.

31 July Teenage Mutant Turtles

Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS Join the dynamic duo, Leo and Ralph from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, in the Events Arena as they meet visitors and pose for pictures at intervals throughout the day. Normal admission charges apply.

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Drop in to the house during the afternoon to explore the plants in the garden.

Design and paint your own floral creations. All ages are welcome. 1pm - 4pm / Normal admission charges apply.

31 July – 4 August Qatar Goodwood Festival

Goodwood Racecourse, Chichester, PO18 0PS. 01243 755055

This glamorous, world-famous five-day festival – popularly known as ‘Glorious Goodwood’ – is the season’s undoubted highlight. Over 100,000 people flock to the world’s most beautiful racecourse to enjoy the £1million Sussex Stakes, Ladies’ Day and other unforgettable highlights. Visit goodwood.com for tickets.

11am - 6pm / Adult tickets start from £20 in advance, Under 18s go free.

1 August Worthing Play Day

Broadwater Green, Worthing, BN14 7RN, 01273 263054

Playday is the national day for play. There will be lots of activities on offer and entertainment for the kids, with plenty of stalls to browse too. With the exception of food, drink, rides and bouncy castles (a percentage of which is put back into future play days), the event is free. 10am - 3pm.

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 August Explorer Days

Amberley Museum, ABN18 9LT

Children can take part in Explorer Day activities at Amberley Museum on selected Wednesdays throughout the season. The sessions are for all ages, and will run from 10.30am until 3.30pm. Each Wednesday has a different theme: 1st Aug - Let's Explore the Buses. 8th Aug - Electricity Hall. 15th Aug - TV's and Radios. 22nd Aug - Trains.

29th Aug - Fire Engines.

Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS

Wednesdays in August Kids Summer Fun Days

Littlehampton High Street, BN17 5AG

Free entertainment and fun activities including circus skills, face-painting, chalk drawing, craft making and more. Each Wednesday in August, in Littlehampton High Street.

12-3pm.

4 August Glynde and Beddingham Flower Show and Fete

The Recreation Ground, Glynde, BN8 6RS

A free entry event celebrating 150 years of this traditional fete with tea tent, bar, BBQ, bouncy castle, children's fancy dress, Punch & Judy show, tombola, bric-a-brac, coconut shy and many other stalls and children's games. Flower Show tent showing local produce and children's handicrafts.

Glynde Lido pool open (weather permitting). Live band and auction. 12-5pm.

Thursdays 2 – 30 August Summer Fun at the Palace

Fishbourne Roman Palace, Salthill Road, Chichester, PO19 3QR

Don’t miss the fun at Fishbourne Roman Palace this summer when there’s a chance to try all things Roman! On Thursdays in August the Palace will come alive with hands-on activities for all ages to enjoy. There will an opportunity to create clay lamps and coil pots, have a go at dressing up as a Roman, make your own mosaic design, play some Roman games, explore the Roman gardens, and find out about the wine the Romans drank! 11am 3pm / Normal admission charges apply.

2 August Heroes and Dragons

Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum, BN7 1YE, 01273 486290

Listen to the story of Beowulf and the dragon and create a dragon in clay or make a mask. Draw your own hero and discover Anglo-Saxon beads and brooches. This is a creative holiday workshop for children aged four to eight and booking is essential.

Call 01273 486290 for more details or buy your ticket from the castle shop. 10.30am to 12noon. £6 per child.

3 - 5 August Chilled in a Field

Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum, Halland BN8 5AF

4 and 5 August Castle Canines

A weekend dedicated to

our four legged friends.

Enjoy displays and entertainment from a variety of different breeds including Newfoundland Dogs in Action who will be doing a water display on the lake.

Parade your pooch as part of the Hever Castle dog show with rosettes for the most Dashing Dog, Beautiful Bitch, Super Senior, Perfect Pup or Ravishing Rescue. Visitors can also enter their hound into musical sit, pick up tips and advice on caring for their canine and browse a variety of stalls. Hever Castle & Gardens welcomes dogs on leads.

A small, independent festival for grown up party people and their kids. With free activities for children and adults all day, bands, musicians, artists, science, theatre, performances and dance music from some of the UK's top independent labels.

Festival bar, street food, free hot showers, clean toilets, glamping and campervan pitches.

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4 – 5 August Brighton Pride Festival

Preston Park, Brighton, BN1 6SD

The Brighton Pride Festival is a vibrant celebration of all that is wonderful about Brighton & Hove’s diverse community. Headliners for Pride 2018 include Britney Spears, Ella Eyre and Pixie Lott, while the LoveBN1 Fest on the Sunday will feature Nile Rodgers & Chic, plus Jess Glynne and Gabrielle. The Pride Parade starts at Hove Lawns at 11am on Saturday 4th August and travels through the city centre with spectacular show stopping sights as music, floats, bands, costumes and dancing combine to create a truly unique Pride experience. The Family Diversity Area is always at the heart of Brighton Pride Festival and is a fun and family orientated, safe and alcohol-free zone, where families can get creative and engage with local artists and entertainers. Brighton Pride day tickets are now sold out for the Saturday. Weekend tickets are currently available at £62.50 and day tickets to Sunday's LoveBN1 Fest cost £37.50. Children 10 years and under are free (but will still require a ticket). All young people under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult over 21.

4 – 5 August Celts and Romans

Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR

Step back in time to when the palace was first built by visiting the Vicus encampment to find out more about daily life in Roman Britain. Watch the soldiers at training and see who fares best in battle – the Celts or the Romans? 10am - 5pm / Normal admission charges apply

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4 – 5 and 11 – 12 August The Loxwood Joust

Loxwood Meadow, just off the B2133 between Wisborough Green and Loxwood.

Harken to the clash of steel on steel, as mighty knights’ fight their battles, witness magnificent fully armoured jousting knights earn their honour and valour and let wandering storytellers, graceful dancers, entertainers and soaring live music captivate your senses.

Learn from apothecaries and woodland faeries, experience hand fasting ceremonies and barter with the traders in the mediaeval market place. Revel in the Masked Executioner’s gory stories, beware the den of Witches, and will the jousting horse, havea-go archery, sword school or pelt the peasant be the young knights and princesses favourite? Then feast at the mediaeval lunchtime banquet, before partaking in a chain-mailing, copper bowl making or blacksmithing workshop - this is a day out like no other! www.loxwoodjoust.co.uk

7, 16 and 28 August Meet Chase and Marshall from PAW Patrol

6 August Sandcastle Competition East Beach, Littlehampton, BN17 5GB, 01903 732063

Take part in this mega Sandcastle Competition on Littlehampton seafront. Entry is free and there are prizes to be won in three categories, 5s and under, over 5s and 10+. Enter as a group or individually - use only natural materials found on the beach. Be as creative as possible to impress the judges. 12 – 2pm.

Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS Two of PAW Patrol's finest recruits, Chase and Marshall, return to Drusillas Park. The heroic pups will be appearing in the Events Arena at intervals throughout the day. You’d be barking mad to miss it!

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What's On 7 August CircusSeen Fun Day

Beach House Grounds, Worthing, BN11 2EJ

Enjoy an afternoon of free circus skills fun for all the family. Have a go at Hula Hooping, Juggling, Diabolo, Plate Spinning, Poi Spinning, Staff Spinning, Stilt Walking, Tight Wire Walking and much more! Aerial skills taster classes are also running, at a cost of £8 per person, but these need to be booked in advance. At 3pm the amazing Ethan Kith and Gypsy Pink will each be performing a spectacular Aerial show that definitely shouldn't be missed!

Then, at 3.15pm the fantastic Youth Circus students will be performing some of their own work to thrill the whole family. Dave Hunt Leisure will be joining in the fun with a selection of bouncy, exciting attractions and rides for the kids. 12pm - 5pm.

8 August Pirate and Princess Day Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS

Be a pirate or princess for the day on Michelham’s bountiful island. There'll be treasure hunts, games for all ages and much more! 10:30am 4:30pm / Normal admission charges apply.

8 – 9 August Peppa Pig’s Adventure in Worthing

Pavilion Theatre, Worthing, BN11 3PX Peppa Pig and friends are back in the brand new live show Peppa Pig’s Adventure!

Join Peppa as she gets ready to go on an exciting camping trip to the woods with George and her school friends, including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe.

With lunch-boxes packed and Daddy Pig driving the bus, Peppa and friends are excited about their outdoor adventure, full of games, laughter and live music! The

happy campers soon settle down to sleep and listen to the gentle pitter patter of rain. Safe and warm inside their tents the excited group can look forward to morning time, when there will be lots of muddy puddles to play in!

9 and 22 August Pirates and Princesses Adventure Cruises

On the Wey & Arun Canal, Loxwood

Special themed Pirates & Princesses Adventure Cruises will be running on The Wey & Arun Canal this summer. See listing on 26th July for details.

9 and 30 August Dinosaurs and Dragons

Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum, BN7 1YE, 01273 486290

Visit the castle during the morning for some creative fun with clay. Handle a real dinosaur bone and make clay dinosaur footprints or scary dragons to take home. This is a creative holiday workshop for children aged four to eight and booking is essential.

10.3am to 12 noon and 2 3.30pm / £5 per child.

11 August Historic Cycles Day

Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre, Amberley, BN18 9LT

See bicycles from 1800 to the present day. With exhibitors and visitors welcome to come in period dress, watch the bicycles ride around he Museum in an afternoon procession. With our resident steam trains enjoy riding the railway around the site.

11 – 12 August International Bognor Birdman Bognor Pier, Bognor Regis, PO21 1SY The International Bognor Birdman is a competition for human powered flying machines held each summer in the picturesque seaside resort of Bognor Regis. While many flyers will try to take to the skies in their flying machines, there will be lots

11, 12, 18, 19, 24 – 27 August Summer Jousting Events Hever Castle Edenbridge, Kent

The annual Summer Jousting Tournaments begin at Hever castle on 14 and 15 July. The Knights of Royal England will be entertaining the crowds with exhilarating displays of action, stunts, falls and fights in an authentic arena complete with a Royal Box. Join Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and the Knights of Royal England in the procession to the Jousting arena. Battling it out in the saddle and on foot in one-to-one combat, the valiant knights will then compete for points to find this season’s ultimate champion. Bring a blanket or watch the joust in style from the medieval spectator stands, available for a small cost on a first-come, first-served basis. Then choose which knights you support and cheer them to glory. of attractions in and around the beach and pier to keep the whole family entertained. www.birdman.org.uk

14 August Spinning Yarns

Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA

Drop in during the afternoon and listen to the tale of Rumpelstiltskin, tell your own fairy tales and have a go at spinning wool. All ages welcome. 1pm - 4pm / Normal admission charges apply.

15 August Wildlife Wednesday

Michelham Priory, Hailsham BN27 3QS

A day full of wildlife activities on Michelham Priory’s picturesque island. This fantastic event provides a great opportunity for visitors of all ages to get up close to nature. Visitors will have the chance to get up close to snakes, lizards and more.

Explore the nature trail and enjoy activities throughout the stunning grounds and gardens; pond dipping, bug hunting and face painting at a small extra charge. 10:30am - 4:30pm / Normal admission charges apply.

16 August Archaeologist Workshops

Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum, Lewes, BN7 1YE

Have a go at being an archaeologist. Try some digging, handle some artefacts, do a drawing and then make your own treasure to take home. Two holiday workshop sessions - 10:30am - 12pm is for ages 4 – 8 / £5 per child. 2pm - 4pm for ages 6 – 10 / £6 per child. Booking is essential. Pop into the Lewes Castle gift shop or call 01273 486290 for more details.

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16 August Join the Gang!

The Littlehampton Academy, BN17 6FE, 01903 711120

Inspired by The Midnight Gang, discover worlds in which the most extraordinary of things can happen in the most ordinary of places. Learn how your favourite storybooks can be brought to life on stage and gain new drama and craft skills. There will also be an opportunity to complete a Discover Arts Award. This event is suitable for children age 8 11 years. 10am / Tickets £50.

16 – 19 August International Air show

Grand Parade, Eastbourne Seafront, BN21 3AD Attracting huge crowds, Eastbourne's International Air Show boasts a 2-mile flying display line along Eastbourne seafront. 2018's event will feature the very best in military and civilian aviation display teams including the Red Arrows, Typhoon and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, plus many more.

Ground displays open 10am - 6pm daily, with flying from lunchtime until approx. 5pm.

Watch from prime position on the seafront or head to the Western Lawns or the Park n' View car park at Dencher, Beachy Head.

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16 – 19 August Spirit of the Horse

22 August Family Games Fest

For the first time in 10 years, Europe’s greatest equestrian theatre show is coming to Fontwell Racecourse with a spectacular new production for 2018. The lavish show stars more than 20 magnificent horses from six countries in its own stunning 2,000-seat Equestrian Theatre touring arena, choreographed to a specially-arranged musical score, blending spectacle, dramatic action, humour, poetic motion, and aweinspiring lighting effects.

A great day of traditional fun and games at Michelham Priory. For those that enjoy a good old fashioned egg and spoon race, this is the day for you. There’s truly something for all ages. 10:30am - 5pm / Normal admission charges apply.

Fontwell Park Racecourse, Fontwell, BN18 0SX, 0871 705 5507

17 August The Greatest Showman 18 August Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

Screen on the Green, Littlehampton Seafront, BN17 5GB

Back for its 5th year, Littlehampton's Screen on the Green will be showing 2 films.

These are free, non-ticketed events - just turn up, pick your spot and enjoy the film on the giant 40ft inflatable screen.

Take a picnic or purchase some hot food from one of the vendors, buy sweets from the pick and mix stall plus hot and cold drinks. No alcohol will be available for purchase, though you are welcome to take your own. The films will start at 8:45pm.

20 - 21 August Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales

Theatre Royal Brighton, BN1 1SD 01273 764400

Under the sea, out on the farm and into the jungle, these terrific tales are woven together with live music, puppetry and a whole host of colourful characters from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s best-loved titles: Tiddler, Monkey Puzzle, The Smartest Giant in Town and A Squash and a Squeeze. Funky moves, toe-tapping tunes and giggles are guaranteed! Mon 13.30pm & 16.30pm. Tues 10.30am, 13.30pm and 16.30pm.

21 August The Princess and the Pea Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA, 01273 474610

Drop in to the house during the afternoon to hear the tale of the Princess and the Pea. Children can also enjoy dressing up and hands-on craft activities. 1pm / Normal admission charges apply.

Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS

24 - 26 August August Bank Holiday

23 August Knights and Dragons

Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum, BN7 1YE, 01273 486290

Holiday fun for four to eightyear-olds: stories about castle knights, armour to try on and lots of things to make, including a dragon mask and a castle tower. Booking is advised. Call 01273 486290 for more details or buy your ticket from the castle shop.

10.30am to 12noon and 2pm to 3.30pm / £5 per child

25 – 27 August England's Medieval Festival

Goodwood Racecourse, Chichester, PO18 0PS 01243 755055

Enjoy the remaining days of summer with Friday fireworks and a weekend of family festivities on the South Downs – featuring a traditional fairground, rock ‘n’ roll band and children’s entertainment. Of course, you can expect some exceptional horseracing too! Visit goodwood.com for tickets. Under 18s go free. Adult tickets start from £12.

28 - 30 August Learn to Swim Safe - fun and free water safety activity for children

25 – 27 August Bognor Regis Kite Festival

King George V Recreation Ground, Bognor Regis, PO22 7HN

Herstmonceux Castle, Hailsham, BN27 1RN, 02081 506767

England’s Medieval Festival is the most authentic, oneof-a-kind event in the UK with a very special blend of history and fun for the whole family. Step back in time and immerse your family in the spectacular magic of the past.

From the moment you arrive you are surrounded by the sights, smells and excitement of medieval times, from historical battles, jousting, performers, horses, archery, music, traditional crafts, eating, drinking, shopping and day-to-day life of the past. Herstmonceux Castle is a fairy tale setting for a totally different weekend. Wizards, jesters, knights, dragons and princesses await the kids.

Guests can enjoy medieval glamping, standard camping in the castle grounds, or even a real bed in the onsite B&B. Family day tickets from £46.

The 4th Annual Kite Festival will be held in the new location of King George V Playing Fields. Kite Fliers from all corners of the UK will be attending, and many new kites will be on display.

Find live music, children’s entertainers, workshops and various trader stalls. Giant Inflatables and Children's Rides. Sat/Sun 10.30am10pm. Monday 10.30am-5pm.

The Banjo Groyne, Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1EN

Swim Safe is a fun and free water safety activity for children, founded by the RNLI and Swim England. Every year, RNLI lifeguards rescue children and adults who find themselves in difficulty in and near the water.

Swim Safe teaches children aged 7-14 essential water safety skills through a fun session delivered by trained instructors. Children learn where is safe to swim, how to float, what to do if something goes wrong and how to call for help if someone else is in trouble. The 60-minute session is run by qualified lifeguards and instructors. To take part, your child must be able to swim a minimum of 25 metres. A parent or guardian must be present throughout the session. 2pm and 3:15pm.

28 August Tudor Crafts

Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA

Drop in to the house during the afternoon and try some of the crafts that would have taken place in the parlour, including sewing, spinning and weaving. You can also learn about Tudor plant dyes. All ages welcome. 1:30pm - 4pm.

Normal admission applies.

25 – 27 August 12,000 Years of Combat

Arundel Castle, Arundel, BN18 9AB

The grounds of Arundel Castle will be alive with characters from throughout history. There will be crafts demonstrated in the period encampments and fights fought on the Lower Lawns. 10am - 4:30pm / Normal admission charges apply.

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