What’s On in September?

Fri 27th Aug – Weds 1st Sept Seaford Art Club

Crypt Gallery, 23 Church St, Seaford Open daily, 10am - 1pm

Annual exhibition of recent work by over 30 local artists. Original works and cards for sale. www.thecryptgallery.com

Fri 27th Aug – Sun 5th Sept Andrew Whittuck: A Life in Wide Angle

Star Brewery Gallery, Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes BN7 1YJ Tues - Sat 11am - 4pm and Sunday 12 noon - 4pm

Seaford photographer Andrew Whittuck presents his exhibition of landscape photographs. www.andrewwhittuck.co.uk www.starbrewerygallery.com

Saturday 4th Dr Bike

Salts Café, Salts Recreation Ground, Richmond Rd, BN25 1DR 10am - 12 noon

Free bike safety check. No labour charge, all parts fitted at cost price. Voluntary donations to Seaford Down’s Syndrome & Special Needs Support Group

Sunday 5th Support Our Charities

Martello Fields, East end of Seaford Seafront 10am – 4pm

A great day out for the whole family – music and dance performances, singing, Seaford Silver Band, Sunshine Strummers, sports, toddle bubble mini marathon and face painting. Local charities with activity fundraising stalls. Family picnic area, Tavern in the Tent and food stalls. www. seafordcharities@gmail.com

St Peter’s Church Outdoor Service

East Blatchington Pond, junction of Blatchington Hill and Sutton Drove 3pm

Outdoor event for everyone including pets big and small. If you can’t bring your pet, bring a photo. For information and a weather check visit www. ebbchurches.org.uk

Open Air Cinema

Florence House, Southdown Road, Seaford 5pm for 5.30pm show

A Sean the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon (U) 7.30pm for 8pm show

The Greatest Showman (12). Bring a picnic and something to sit on. There will be a bar, ice creams and hot and cold snacks. Tickets online, from Seaford Tourist Information Centre or on the gate. wwwseafordcinema.org

Open Mic Poetry Evening

Undercroft, Crypt Gallery, 23 Church St, Seaford

7.30pm In association with Seahaven Poets, a fun, quirky, exciting evening. All poets welcome. Special guest performance poet Susan Evans. Tickets £5 incl. refreshments from www.thecryptgallery.com or www.seahavenpoets.co.uk

Wednesday 8th Seaford Stamp & Postcard Club

Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane 7pm for 7.30pm

Members MNO. All stamp and postcard collectors welcome. Tel 01323 492433 www.seafordstampclub.co.uk The View, Seaford Head Golf Club BN25 4JS 7pm

Sue Richardson on trumpet and vocals. Tickets on the door or at wegottickets.com/ splashpointjazz. www.spalshpointjazz.com Facebook @splashpointjazz The View tel: 01323 890139

Thurs 9th – Sat 11th Kick Arse Lockdown

Meeching Hall, Fort Rd, Newhaven BN9 9QQ 7.45pm

MAD – Meeching Amateur Dramatics brand new extravaganza of music hall and comedy. Tickets £10, concs £9 from Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church St, Seaford or by phone on 01323 897426.

Friday 10th Seaford Community Cinema

Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford 7.30pm

Summerland (12) stars Gemma Arterton, the Coastguards Cottages and Seven Sisters. Tickets online or from Seaford Tourist Information Centre. wwwseafordcinema.org

Saturday 11th Cross Way Church Coffee Morning

Clinton Place, Seaford BN25 1NP 10.30am

Come and enjoy coffee, tea and cake and have a look around at the completed renovation work at the church. Tel : 01323 894687 Email: crosswaychurchseaford@ gmail.com www. crosswaychurchseaford.org

RNLI Newhaven Lifeboat Summer Fayre

Recreation Ground, Fort Road, Newhaven 12 – 4pm

Sat 11th – Sun 19th Artwave

Crypt Gallery, 23 Church St, Seaford 10am - 5pm

Brian Ixer, Stefan Mucha, Amanda Lewis-Clements (Sussex Arts Prints) will be exhibiting in the Flint Gallery. 10am - 4pm Carol Trimbee will be exhibiting with her multi-media art and Chris Hesketh with his ceramic animals and birds will be exhibiting in the Cuckmere Room. www.thecryptgallery.com

Sat 11th – Sun 26th Artwave

Various locations in Seaford, Newhaven and Lewes

Artists and makers trail in Seaford and the surrounding area. For maps of the trails visit: artwavefestival.org Instagram: artwavefestival

Celebrate Cuckmere Haven Art Show

South Hill Barn 11am – 5pm

An exhibition of paintings, prints, sculptures and textiles, inspired by this unique and special place. Free. Evening events at 6pm – Sat 11th: Neil Gower and Nigel Newton in conversation, Thurs 16th: Gin and Cheese evening, Fri 24th: Juliet Nicolson and Michael Ann in conversation. Book tickets online at: www. celebratecuckmerehaven.co.uk Contact 07722 110973. Email: kann406@gmail.com

Sat 11th – Mon 27th Art at St Leonard’s

St Leonard’s Church, Church Street, Seaford Sat 11th, 18th, Fri 24th, Mon 27th 10am – 5pm Sun 12th, 19th, 26th 12 – 5pm Weekdays 10am – 5pm Closed Thursdays and during services

artist Anthony Morgan-Jones and Nina Buckland. Paintings, watercolours and cards for sale raising funds for the church and community.

Tuesday 14th The Probus Club of Seaford

Seaford Golf Club, Blatchington Road 12 noon for 12.45pm

Members meet for a chat, two-course meal and a speaker. For more details contact 01323 893760

Thursday 16th Greenhavens Bat Walk

Landport Estate, Lewes

For more details: Facebook: Greenhavens Network

Seaford Afternoon Flower Club

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 1.30pm - 3.30pm

Presentation of trophies, flower quiz and competition. Membership £30 per year, visitors £5. Tel: Mary 01323 893899 or Sue 01323 894848

Friday 17th Hearing Aid Maintenance, Batteries and Hearing Loss Advice

St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Road BN25 2AB 10am - 12 noon

Come and meet your local friendly team from East Sussex Hearing. Bring your brown NHS record book. 01323 722505 mail@eshrc.org www.eshrc.org

Saturday 18th Crematorium Open Day

Wealden Crematorium, Horam Rd, Horam TN21 0FX 11am - 3pm

Visit the newest and most beautiful crematorium in East Sussex. Refreshments served. Email: crematorium@ wealden.gov.uk, www. wealdencrematorium.co.uk Tel: 01323 4433400 St Leonard’s Church, Church Street, Seaford 1pm

Violinist Andrea Cristea. Free event supported by donations.

Sunday 19th Boot, Craft and Produce Fair

Martello Fields West, Seaford 7.30am stall holders, 9am - 1pm public

Low pitch fee, free car parking, refreshments available. www.seafordrotary.org.uk

Wednesday 22nd Seaford & Bishopstone Neighbourhood Watch Autumn Expo

Seaford Baptist Church Hall, Belgrave Road 6 - 8pm

Please join us to celebrate our 35th birthday. Email: members@sandbnhw.co.uk www.sandbhnw.org/join

Weds 22nd – Sun 26th Tide Mills Project

Tide Mills & Crypt Gallery

LYT Productions presents a celebration week that will bring Tide Mills back to life. Creative installations produced by artists, schools and community groups as part of the project will all come together and be on display in Tide Mills. Full programme and booking information at: www. tidemillsproject.uk

Friday 24th Seaford Community Cinema

Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford 7.30pm

Minari (12). A South Korean boy whose family emigrate to Arkansas. Nominated for Best Picture and Best Directors Oscars. Tickets online or from Seaford Tourist Info Centre. wwwseafordcinema.org St Leonard’s Church, Church Street, Seaford Fri, Sat, Mon 10am - 5pm Sunday 12 - 5pm

Flower Festival ‘Window on Our World’ as part of Artwave, with over 25 flower displays. Evensong service on Sunday 26th at 6pm.

Saturday 25th Dr Bike

Paradise Park, Avis Rd, Newhaven BN9 0DH 10am - 12 noon

Free bike safety check. No labour charge, all parts fitted are cost price. Donations can be made to Seaford Down’s Syndrome and Special Needs Support Group.

Celebrating Peacehaven Green Spaces

9.30am - 1.30pm Free

minibus from Newhaven train station and return. Wander from Peacehaven Community Garden, ending at Peacehaven Community Orchard. Lunch provided at the Gateway Café. Please email greenhavens@ yahoo.com to book a place on the minibus.

Sun 26th – Sun 3rd Oct Richard K Potter

Crypt Gallery, 23 Church St, Seaford 10am - 4.30pm

Contemporary painting styles to reflect the natural environment, featuring bold images of landscapes, seascapes and wildlife. www.thecryptgallery.com

Tuesday 28th Seaford Horticultural Society

St Luke’s Church, Walmer Road, Seaford 7pm

Speaker Gillian Edom talk on Foraging for a Future. www.seafordhorti.com

what’s On weekly?

Clubs/ Organisations

Bereaved by Suicide Support: East Sussex

Assistance for those bereaved by suicide. Support is faceto-face, via the telephone or Zoom. Also support groups meeting others who have been through similar experiences. Contact 07542 305419 or email Kellie.leyton@ sussexcommunity.org.uk

Blue Van Veterans’ Breakfast Club

Seaford Town Football Club, The Crouch, Bramber Ln BN25 1TL Second Sunday of the month 9am - 11am

Cooked breakfast, tea, coffee and soft drinks. £6 per head. WWII veterans free. Tel: 07754 147778 or 01323 890211. email: edafvbc.sf@yahoo.com www.bluevandropin.co.uk.

Drawing Workshops

Paradise Park, Avis Rd, Newhaven BN9 0DH Last Monday of the month 10am - 12 noon

£14 per session. Contact Lesley Harvey: 07722 236741

Greenhavens Network

For more information email: greenhavens@yahoo.com or Facebook: Greenhavens Network.

Heartsease

Seaford Baptist Church Church, Belgrave Road First Friday of the month (except August) 2.30pm

A group for bereaved people, and anyone who finds themselves alone and would enjoy some social interaction. Includes a programme of speakers, entertainment and other activities. Refreshments included. Tel: 01323 898678.

Chyngton Methodist Church, Millberg Rd Seaford Thursdays 2pm - 4pm

Reopening on 16th September. For more details please phone Viola on 01323 890271

Martello Rotary Seaford

For more information email: contact@martellorotary.org.uk or visit www.rotary-ribi.org

Newhaven, Peacehaven & Seaford Lions Club

For more information visit www.npslions.co.uk or email: lionpresident@npslions.co.uk. Tel: 0345 8335981. Facebook: @NPSLions

Seaford Afternoon Flower Club

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Rd, Seaford 3rd Thursday of the month 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Annual membership £30. visitors £5. For more details tel Mary on 01323 893899 or Sue on 01323 894848

Seaford Bridge Club

Online Tues: 2pm and Weds and Fri: 7pm

We welcome new members and provide support to those not familiar with online bridge. For more details visit: www. bridgewebs.com/seaford/home

Seaford Museum and Heritage Society

The Esplanade, Seaford Sat and Sun 11am - 4pm, Weds 2 - 4pm

We welcome visitors to our Tardis-like Museum displaying history from the Stone Age to the present day. Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Facebook: Seaford Museum. Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane, Seaford BN25 1PU Fridays 7pm for 7.45pm

Starts Friday 3rd September. Friendly club for all age groups and abilities. Chat about photography, lectures, talks and competitions. Visit www.seafordps.org and get in touch via the ‘contact’ button.

Seaford Rotary

New members welcome. For more information contact via: www.seafordrotary.org.uk/ contact.php

Seaford u3a

For more information about Seaford u3a visit: www. u3asites.org.uk/seaford. For membership email: seafordu3a@gmail.com including your postal address for a welcome pack.

Seaford u3a Coffee Morning

Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane. BN25 1PU Third Wednesday of the month 10am - 12pm

Open to members and non-members. Coffee and light efreshments (modest fee). Just come along. Email: seafordu3a@gmail.com. For membership visit: www. u3asites.org.uk/seaford.

Seahaven Hard of Hearing Club

St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Road BN25 2AB First Friday of the month, 2 - 4pm (from 3rd Sept)

Guest speakers and other activities, tea, buscuits, raffle. New members always welcome.Tel: 01323 895216 or email: white-c7@sky.com

Trees for Seaford

For more information visit: www.treesforseaford. wordpress.com/Facebook: treesforseaford or email: treesforseaford@gmail.com Clinton Place, Seaford BN25 1NP Sundays, 10.30am

Everyone welcome to join in worship on Sundays. Tel: 01323 894687 Email: crosswaychurchseaford@ gmail.com www.crosswaychurchseaford.org

Friends of Tide Mills

Tide Mills near Seaford and Bishopstone Third Sunday of the month 9am - 11am.

Meet at beach end of old village road. help us care for this special place. Email: brianjimskinner@gmail.com

Newhaven Country Market

Hillcrest Community Centre, Bay Vue Road BN9 9LH Thursdays 10am – 12.30pm

Wide range of stalls and the Hillcrest Café. Free parking, disabled access, toilets.

Seaford Allotments

Sutton Drove, Seaford

For more information, contact sec.seaford.allot@gmail.com The waiting list for allotment is closed at present.

Seaford Baptist Church

Belgrave Rd BN25 2EE Sundays 10.30am

Please join us for our service, also available on YouTube. Tel 01323 896009 for updates on children’s Sunday morning activities.

Seaford Community Garden

Crouch Gardens next to the Peace Garden

Weds 9.30am - 12.30pm Sat 10am - 12 noon (July to September only)

Garden open, plants and produce for sale. All welcome. www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/scg Seaford Old Town Hall, Church Street

Mon - Fri 10am - 1pm, Saturday 10am - 12 noon

New customers welcome to enjoy tea, coffee and cake.

Seaford NWR (National Women’s Register)

Members homes and out and about

Various days

For women who are interested in everything and talk about anything. Details at www.nwr.org.uk or email us at: nwrseaford@gmail.com

St Leonard’s & St Luke’s

St Leonard’s, Church St; St Luke’s, Walmer Rd Sundays 9.30am Holy

Communion (booking required) tel: 01323 894216 email: admin@seafordparish. org.uk), also online. 11.15am Informal worship, also online. 7pm Online from St Luke’s. 4th Sunday of the month

8am Holy Communion in St Leonard’s. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month 11am Holy

Communion in St Leonard’s. www.seafordparish.org.uk

Music

Concentus Choir

Willingdon Community School, Broad Road, Eastbourne BN20 9QX Mondays 7.15pm Starts Monday 6th Sept

No need to read music to join this friendly choir – regularly sings in Seaford. Tel: 07920 430162 or 07789 343514 www.concentus-sings.com

Seaford Choral Society

Seaford Baptist Church Church, Belgrave Road Mondays 7.15pm

Seaford Baptist Church Church, Belgrave Road Weds 11am - 12noon Thurs 7pm - 8pm

For adults of all ages and abilities. No need to read music. £6 on the door. Tel: 01323 365495 or 07799 818590 Email: sallyann@ crystalclearaudio.co.uk

Sport/Dance

Cycle Seahaven

Various locations

Rides for MTB and road riders of all levels of fitness and experience. For more information visit www.cycleseahaven.org.uk

Exercise Classes

Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Rd, Seaford Tues & Thurs 10am

High energy dance-style class with music from Bollywood to ballroom.

Gold Classes

Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Rd Tues & Thurs 2pm Evangelical Church Hall, Mayfield Ave, Peacehaven Weds 2pm

Fun, friendly, less energetic class for all ages, music from ’60s and ’70s. Tel: 07786 425758 johnlouisecave@gmail.com www.louisecavefitness.co.uk

In Balance Yoga

Online/in person

Hatha Yoga connecting movement with the breath. Floor-based stretches and standing postures. All ages/ abilities welcome. Full schedule at www.in-balance. org.uk or to book, contact Sophie: 07444 549859 Email: inbalancesussex@gmail.com

Newhaven Gig Rowing Club

Newhaven Marina, Yacht Harbour BN9 9BY

interested in learning to row please visit https://ngrc.co.uk for more info. NGRC ask that a health questionnaire is filled in and sent back in advance for safety reasons. Your maiden voyage session is approx. 90 mins. All this for only £5. Each row after this is then only £3. For more information email: membership@ngrc.co.uk.

Nordic Walking Taster Sessions 1-1

Seaford

30-45 minutes. Try out the technique to improve fitness, posture, and stamina. Poles provided. Tel: 01323 891492. Email: kathrynmcdonald2@ googlemail.com

Pilates with Karen

Seaford Baptist Church & Zoom Mondays 7.15 - 8.30pm

Pilates Fusion at Seaford Baptist Church in person and Zoom Weds 9.30 - 10.30am

Pilates for Every Body at Seaford Baptist Church in person and Zoom Weds 11am - 12 noon

Chair-based Exercise at Seaford Baptist Church, in person and Zoom Thursdays 6.15 - 7.15pm

Pilates for Every Body at Seaford Baptist Church Saturdays 9.30 - 10.30am:

Pilates Fusion Zoom class Personal Pilates Tuition: Monday morning and Tuesday afternoon/evening at Seaford Osteopathic Clinic. Tel: 07944 785520 Email: karenmoves@gmail.com www. pilatesstudiuoseaford.co.uk

Pumped

Join our fun, affordable, sweaty classes today. Facebook: Pumped Bootcamps, Instagram: pumpedbootcamp

Qigong 1-1 Sessions

Seaford

30-60 minutes. Improve breathing, strength, stamina, flexibility and be mindful in the moment. Free – have fun! Tel: 01323 891492. Email: kathryn mcdonald2@googlemail.com Chichester Road BN25 2DT

New members welcome to our friendly and inclusive club. We are open all year with bowling from April to September and short mat and social activities in the winter. Tel 01323 899845. Email: bdnewns@gmail.com. www. seafordbowlingclub.co.uk

Seaford Tennis Club

Belgrave Rd BN25 2HE Play from 8am - 10pm

New member offer, 3 months for only £50! Get fit and play tennis at Seaford Tennis Club. We welcome players of any ability and age. Sign up at www.seafordtennis.com

Seahaven Yoga

The Chapel Rooms, St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Rd BN25 2HE Tuesdays 10.30am Thursdays 7pm Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane. BN25 1PU (or in the garden in good weather) Saturday 10am

Tel/text: 01323 892638 or 07983 622840. Email: seahavenyoga@btinternet.com www.seahavenyoga.co.uk

Sevalight Hatha Yoga & Relaxation Class

St James’ Trust, Blatchington Road Tuesdays 10.30am Bishopstone Village Tuesdays 6.30pm Small group yoga classes for all abilities. Deeply relaxing and healing. Tel: Susannah 07862 263869 Email: susannah@breathingspaces.com www.breathing-spaces.com Bramber Church Hall, Peacehaven Wednesday 12.15 - 1.30pm Starts Wednesday 1st Sept. A new class for absolute beginners – basic steps through to easy beginner dances. £5. Tel Southern Stomp 01273 587714 www.southernstomp.com

Yin Yoga in the Havens

St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd, Seaford and online Thursdays 9.30am - 10.45am

Please note this class is recorder and made available for one week at no additional cost. The Practice Space, Newhaven - Please check timetable

For more information email: jacqui.johnston@hotmail.co.uk. Tel: 07816 154644

Yoga and Sound Baths

Private Studio in Newhaven Sound Baths: Sunday afternoon

Therapeutically healing and relaxation plus re-energizing experiential sessions. 70+ Yoga: Tuesday: 10-11.30am

Joint freeing mobility sessions, breathing techniques plus relaxation with Senior British Wheel of Yoga Teacher Trainer/ ex Army Nurse. Mixed Ability Yoga Wednesday: 10-11.30am

Small group and individual support with Senior Yoga Teacher. Empower yourself, improve your health, calm your mind. Progressing in Yoga Wednesday: 7.30-9pm

Small group with guidance by advanced dual qualified senior tutor in ‘Know Yoga, Know Peace, No Yoga, No Peace’. Tel: Janet 01273 512306 or email: samtosha4u@btinternet.com