WHAT’S ON...

A brief snapshot of art and culture in Sussex and Surrey

Rothesay International

Eastbourne

June will see Eastbourne’s Devonshire Park open its doors once again to the Rothesay International (Eastbourne) WTA tournament, which has run in Eastbourne since 1975, showcasing some of the world’s finest female tennis talent as well as the men from the ATP tour as they prepare for Wimbledon.

Devonshire Park, Eastbourne

June 25th - July 1st www.lta.org.uk/fan-zone/international/ rothesay-international-eastbourne

AUSTIN 7s

Lamberhurst

Join us for the Pre-War & Classic Transport Rally & Picnic. A great chance to see some classic pre-1978 cars, commercials and motorbikes, chat about classic cars with other enthusiasts, and maybe even acquire some spare parts at the auto jumble. Open to all pre-war cars, motor cycles, vans etc and post-war classics up to 1978.

Bewl Water, Lamberhurst

June 18th www.bewlwater.co.uk

THE WHO – HITS BACK!

Hove

See the legendary rock band The Who - live in Hove! The band are set to perform music from throughout their nearly 60-year career, including sections devoted to classic albums ‘Tommy’ and ‘Quadrophenia’, as well as other beloved Who songs. They will conclude their UK tour at The 1st Central County Ground, Hove on Sunday 23rd July 2023. They will also be supported by UB40 featuring Ali Campbell.

The 1st Central County Ground, Hove July 23rd https://sussexcricket.co.uk/the-who

An Evening With Dame Joanna Lumley

Polegate

Join us for entertainment and al fresco dining at the luxurious Folkington Manor. The evening’s entertainment will consist of performances by the talented Orpheus students.

Sir Richard Stilgoe will then be joined by special guest Dame Joanna Lumley for a fun, enlightening conversation about her ‘fabulous’ career!

Folkington Manor, Polegate

July 15th www.orpheus.org.uk/ event/folkington-manor

Love Supreme Festival

Glynde

The Love Supreme Jazz Festival is a three-day greenfield jazz festival held in the first weekend of July in the stunning surroundings of Glynde Place. It is the first full weekend camping jazz festival in the UK but also welcomes day-trippers and non-camping weekend visitors.

Glynde Place, Glynde

June 30th. - July 2nd https://lovesupremefestival.com

Naked Heart Walk

Nr Horsham

Working with British Naturism to host an early evening Naked Heart Walk at Leonardslee to raise money for the British Heart Foundation. Get your heart racing on the Naked Heart Walks while you ditch your clothes or be semi-clothed and meet like-minded people as you experience the joys of being naked in the great outdoors of our 240-acre gardens.

Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, Lower Beeding

June 17th www.leonardsleegardens.co.uk/ all-events/british-heart-foundationnaked-heart-walk

Special Rose Week

Nr Wadhurst

The roses are glorious at Pashley Manor – the perfect time to visit with a Special Rose Week at this English garden on the border of Sussex and Kent. Over the Special Rose Week, you can take a guided rose themed walk round the gardens, and there is a great selection of potted roses, from 27-times Chelsea Gold Medal winners Peter Beales Roses.

Pashley Manor, Ticehurst

June 16th-24th www.pashleymanorgardens.com/ events/special-rose-week