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Quentin Blake: The Only Way to Travel, Jerwood Gallery, Hastings, TN34 3DW The Only Way to Travel features extraordinary beasts, machines and narrative scenes, exploring themes such as dislocation. For more information visit www. jerwoodgallery.org

Until 17 Oct

Woods Mill Nature Tots, Wood Mills, Henfield, BN5 9SD

(Tues only) 10am–12noon. Take your little ones along to help explore the natural world. This will involve getting to know the forest school site, woodland activities, stories, singing and lots more. Ages 3–5. For more information and to book visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Until 28 Oct

Picture Time and Story, Hove Museum, BN3 4AB

(Thurs only) 10am-12noon. Have fun with craft materials, make a picture and listen to a story. Ages 2-5. For more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/hove

Until 31 Oct

The Big Draw Festival 2017, Various Locations

The theme is Living Lines. From cave men to the big screen and everything in between, this year, the theme of the world’s biggest drawing festival aims to unite pixels, pencils and people from across the globe to celebrate the universal language of drawing. For more information visit www.thebigdraw.org

Until 5 Nov

The Art of Puppetry, Making Magic in the Museum, Hove Museum, BN3 4AB

10am–5pm. One of the oldest and most magical theatrical traditions is brought to contemporary life in this fabulous family-friendly display of the world of puppets and puppetry artists. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/hove

Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Sailor, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, Hove BN3 4AB

Until 25 Nov

Drawing Techniques and Sketchbook Habits, Brighton, BN2 5PB

10am-4pm. As part of Dottie’s Community Centre’s ongoing art workshops with Artist Jazz Moreton, the Art Room is offering Saturday drawing and sketchbook-making workshops throughout October and November. For more information visit www.thebigdraw.org

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A Guided Walk on Mount Caburn, Brighton, BN2 9NB

9.30am-4pm. The walk will start at Glynde station and finish in Lewes, going via Mount Caburn. The day will consists of a series of short workshops. During the walk artists will give an insight into their practice. For more information visit www. thebigdraw.org

Mon 9 - Mon 23 Oct

Basement and Tunnel Tours, Royal Pavilion and Museums, Brighton, BN1 1EE

(Every Mon) 11am–12noon. Join in for a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the basement and tunnel and discover more about life below stairs for the servants, from the rat catcher to George’s principal private secretary. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/ royalpavilion

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to the Barn Owl Trust), Halloween potions with newts, cats and toads and drawing competition. For more information visit www.crawley.gov.uk/ tilgatepark

Fri 13 Oct

Little Museum Visitors, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, BN6 8SP

10.30am–12noon. Fun, hands-on creative sessions for the minivisitor and parent. Sticking, drawing, storytelling and object discovery. Each workshop will have a different theme. Ages 2-5. Drop in session. Charges apply. For more information visit www.ditchlingmuseumartcraft. org.uk

10–11.30am. Mini Museum Explorer sessions include art activities, a museum expedition, a story, and handling some museum objects. Ages 2-5. For more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/booth

Sat 14 Oct

Hastings Borough Bonfire, Pelham Place, TN34 3AD

Hastings will be lit by hundreds of burning torches held aloft by the many Sussex bonfire societies. Procession starts at 7.15pm from White Rock and the fireworks display starts at 9pm on the seafront. This event is free, for more information visit www.hbbs.info

The Selsey Fireworks, Paddock Lane, Selsey, PO20 Gates open at 5.30pm, the bonfire will be lit at 8pm and the fireworks display starts at 8.30pm. There will be a fun fair, live music and catering facilities. For more information visit www.selseyfireworks.co.uk

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Autumn Trees, Worth Park, Crawley RH10 3DJ

10.30am. Join in for this fun series of hour-long, themed walks around the park. They’re free and led by qualified leaders. Tea and coffee will be served afterwards at the Visitor Centre. For more information visit www.crawley. gov.uk

Halloween Half Term Fun, Tilgate Nature Centre, Crawley, RH10 5PQ

10am-6pm. Spooky animal talks, witches pictures - dress up as a witch or wizard and have your photo taken with an owl (donation of £1

10am–5pm. A family-friendly display explores how members of one profession, artists, see others at work; the works on show date from the 17th to the 20th centuries and all come from the city’s Fine Art Collection. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/ hove

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Sparkly Fireworks Night will soon be here. There are some really useful guidelines available for firework safety on the Fire Service website. Take a look at www.fireservice.co.uk/safety/ firework-safety. They have tips on how to keep children safe, who should use sparklers, where to buy fireworks, which ones to buy, how to set them off and what you will need on the night. The main thing is Be Safe, not Sorry.

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Film Preview Guide LEGO Ninjago Movie

A new animated adventure in Warner Bros. Pictures’ LEGO franchise is in cinemas on 13 October.The LEGO Ninjago Movie, starring Jackie Chan, depicts the battle for Ninjago City as it calls to action young Master Builder Lloyd, aka the Green Ninja. Crowds cheer the Green Ninja as a hero, but when he takes his mask off people only see him as Lloyd, the boy unfortunate enough to be the son of The Worst Guy Ever, Garmadon. It’s hard for him to make friends or get through the day because Garmadon ruins everything, but Lloyd still yearns to have some sort of relationship with his dad.Along with his friends, who are all secret ninja warriors, and led by Master Wu, as wise-cracking as he is wise, the team must defeat Garmadon. Pitting mech against mech and father against son, the epic showdown will test this ﬁerce but undisciplined team of modern-day ninjas who must learn to check their egos and pull together to unleash their inner power of Spinjitzu. For more information visit www.legoninjagomovie.com.

Paddington 2

Paddington is back on our screens on 10 November with Hugh Grant and Brendan Gleeson joining the all-star returning cast including Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Imelda Staunton and Peter Capaldi with Ben Whishaw as the voice of Paddington. The much-anticipated sequel ﬁnds Paddington happily settled with the Brown family in Windsor Gardens, where he has become a popular member of the community, spreading joy and marmalade wherever he goes.While searching for the perfect present for his beloved Aunt Lucy’s hundredth birthday, Paddington spots a unique pop-up book in Mr Gruber’s antique shop and embarks upon a series of odd jobs to buy it. But when the book is stolen, it’s up to Paddington and the Browns to unmask the thief. Hugh Grant plays Windsor Gardens’ local celebrity, Phoenix Buchanan, a vain, charming acting legend whose star has fallen somewhat in recent years. Brendan Gleeson plays “Knuckles” McGinty, a notorious safe-cracker and legendary strongman who becomes an unexpected new ally for Paddington.Will the nation’s much loved bear be able to recover the stolen book?

Thor: Ragnarok

Are you a fan of Marvel characters? If you are, you’re in for a treat as not one but two characters, the Hulk and Thor, are featured in the new release from Disney. Imprisoned on the other side of the universe, the mighty Thor ﬁnds himself in a deadly gladiatorial contest that pits him against the Hulk, his former ally and fellow Avenger.Thor’s quest for survival leads him in a race against time to prevent the all-powerful Hela from destroying his home world and the Asgardian civilization.Thor: Ragnarok is released in cinemas on 24 October.

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9 Oct - 19 Nov ‘17

RSPCA Junior Animal Magazine

The RSPCA’s fantastic junior magazine, Animal Action, is ideal for under 12s. It’s published quarterly and a year’s subscription is delivered straight to their door for only £7.50. The current issue is jam-packed with brilliant stories about animals, special RSPCA rescues, news, two whole pages of competitions and puzzle pages too. Animal Action readers can find out all about a busy day in the life of an RSPCA animal collection officer and read about what jobs with animals our intrepid Young Reporters Team would like to do one day. There’s also a heart-warming story about a lucky lurcher who was rescued and re-homed by the RSPCA, a gorgeous tawny owl poster and lots more. For more details visit www.rspca.org.uk.

Dick Whittington – Ropetackle Arts Centre The magical tale of Dick Whittington will be coming to Shoreham this Christmas. Fix your eyes on the distant horizon, from old ‘Laandaan Taaan’, across the high seas and on to Morocco. LP Creatives are off in search of promised treasure. Will King Rat thwart their plans or will the Spirit Of The Bells save Dick’s day? Returning with an exciting mix of magic, mirth and mayhem, the show is packed with pirates, kung-fu cats, monkeys and maybe even a mermaid or two. Jump aboard for another cracking family panto this Christmas in the region’s best value show. Suitable for ages 3+, Dick Whittington will be running from 13-31 December. Tickets start from £10. For more information and to buy tickets visit ropetacklecentre.co.uk.

New Youth Opera at Glyndebourne

A topical new youth opera exploring the experiences of young people forced by war to flee their homes has its world premiere at Glyndebourne on 11 November. Belongings has been composed by Lewis Murphy, Glyndebourne’s Young Composer-in-Residence, with a libretto by Laura Attridge. It juxtaposes the story of a group of WWII evacuees, travelling from London to Lewes to escape the Blitz, with a present day tale of a group of refugee children who have fled various war-torn locations. Composer Lewis Murphy said, “Belongings explores the themes of displacement and connection, both of which feel particularly current today. The development of the opera has been, and I’m sure will continue to be, a thoroughly eye-opening experience for myself and the rest of the creative team.”

Following the huge success of their debut album “Kidz Bop”, which earlier this year landed at position No.7 in the Official UK Artist Album charts, the talented group of young performers are releasing their highly anticipated second album this autumn - just in time to make the perfect stocking filler Christmas gift! Kidz Bop record kid-friendly versions of today’s biggest pop music hits and this new album will be no exception as it will feature 22 hit songs sung by The Kidz Bop Kids. For more information, visit www.kidzbop.co.uk.

The White Rock Theatre family pantomime, Sleeping Beauty, will feature Relaxed and Signed Performances in this year’s run. The production will have a theatrical signer alongside the actors on stage and is aimed at people who are Deaf or Hearing Impaired. Relaxed Performances are a fantastic way for families to experience live theatre together in an environment where the performance is adjusted to reduce anxiety or stress. Specially created to welcome anyone with an Autistic Spectrum Condition, learning disability, or sensory and communication disorder, the Relaxed Performances give those who might otherwise feel excluded the chance to experience live theatre, often for the very first time. With magic, music, comedy and special effects, Sleeping Beauty will continue the theatre’s tradition of providing a first-rate family pantomime in East Sussex. The enchanting adventure runs from 15 - 31 December with Signed and Relaxed Performances on 20 and 30 December. For more information go to www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk or call the box office on 01424 462 288.

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Paddington Joins UNICEF

Paddington, the beloved children’s character is to become a UNICEF Children’s Champion, furthering UNICEF’s goal to promote the rights of children all around the world and to keep them happy, healthy and safe.Vivendi, owner of the Paddington brand, have announced a long-term partnership with UNICEF, the world’s largest children’s organisation. Paddington’s kindness, tolerance, and perseverance in the face of adversity or marmalade-related mishaps make him the perfect champion for children’s rights. In the UK, Paddington will support UNICEF UK’s campaign around refugee children and will be featured in UNICEF UK’s OutRight campaign. Millions of children around the UK will learn about their own rights and become empowered to speak out in support of the rights of all children. This campaign will feature the story of the small bear who has to leave his home in Darkest Peru and is sent to London with a label around his neck politely asking whoever finds him to ’Please look after this bear. Thank you.’ Paddington finds a new family, home and community, with a little help from his friendly nature, politeness, and ability to stand up for himself when needed by fixing people who have ’forgotten’ how to behave with a ’hard stare’. His story will help children in the UK learn that the right to a home, to be cared for and to an education applies to all children.

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Tales in Music: The Pigeon & The Albatross

Heroic adventures of escape and friendship across the world with music by Telemann, Handel, Vivaldi and Biber. Ages 5 -11.

Old Market Hove Box Office: 01273 201 801 24 – 28 Oct

Dracula: The Bloody Truth

Barn Southwick Box Office: 01273 597 094 8 – 11 Nov

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women, Odette and Odile, who resemble each other so closely one can easily be mistaken for the other.

An all singing, all dancing 21 Oct revue of numbers from stage The Nutcracker and screen musicals, The Nutcracker continues all performed in Enjoy to capture the hearts costume. There will the show! and imagination of be songs from different generations And don’t Half a Sixpence, from all over the Sweet Charity, forget to say world. It is a truly Guys & Dolls, you saw it in captivating piece Sister Act and Primary of theatre. Brought more. Times! to you by the Russian State Ballet & Opera House. Brighton Dome

Box Office: 01273 709 709 13 – 14 Oct

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Handa’s Surprise

A much loved musical, professor Henry Higgins is so sure of his abilities that he takes it upon himself to transform a Cockney working-class girl, currently working as a flower seller into someone who can pass for a cultured member of high society.

Travel to Kenya and follow in Handa’s footsteps as she journeys to see her best friend Akeyo, in the next village. Handa is taking seven delicious fruits as a surprise – but seven different animals have seven very different ideas… Ages 2-6.

13 -14 Oct

Tap Factory

Take 12 oil barrels, one stepladder, four bins and a bucket. Blend with the breathtaking tap dancing of eight male dancers. The result is Tap Factory, a potent cocktail of dance, music and comedy.

Brighton Centre Box Office 0844 847 1515 5 – 14 Jan

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Experience the wonder of a brand new world of music, light and visual effects and embrace the magic in a story book spectacle of world-class performances and dazzling choreography.

Devonshire Park Eastbourne Box Office: 01323 412 000 20 Oct

Swan Lake

Presented by Russian State Ballet & Opera House. Swan Lake is a tale of two young 6

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My Fair Lady

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The Hunting of the Snark

Le Navet Bete (Dick Tracy, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz) are committed to creating hilarious, physical and totally accessible comedy theatre using creative and engaging storytelling. 8+.

Ropetackle Shorehamby-Sea Box Office: 01273 861 010 14 Oct

Why The Whales Came

Based on Michael Morporgo’s book, this show is full of fun, mystery and adventure set in the midst of WW1. Children Gracie and Daniel have been forbidden to go near the mysterious and seemingly dangerous ‘Birdman’. Ages 7+.

25 Oct

Family Magic Show

Pitschi, The Kitten Dreams

A production uses a rich mix of story-telling, physical theatre, music and song to tell the story of a kitten that learns to be happy by being exactly what she is.

5 Nov

Penguin

Penguin is exciting, surreal and full of surprises. The lively songs by Tom Gray of Gomez will have everyone joining in! It’s a spectacular theatre experience. Ages 2-8.

8 Nov

Jingle all the Way

(Also 15 Nov). Jingle All The Way will have you singing along to hit musical songs as well as all those classic Christmas songs that everyone loves and enjoys with doses of comedy and laughs along the way.

18 Nov

Cirque Enchantment

(Also 22 Nov) This concert style cirque production features stunning choreography, breathtaking live vocals and mesmerising circus performers.

Theatre Royal Brighton

There will be a big ‘make’ to take part in, lots of audience participation and....The Shapes. You’ll be able to share the fun with Circle, Square, Rectangle and Triangle too.

Long Nose Puppets Present: Penguin

12 Nov

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Follow the young inventor Monty as he creates a whole world of wacky inventions and incredible monsters, but now he has made them all how is he going to get rid of them?

4 Nov

Komedia Brighton

Cracking entertainment for everyone over the age of six, we have the best comedians on the UK circuit doing what they do best... but without the rude bits.

Monstersaurus Live!

Box Office: 08448 717 650 27 – 28 Oct

Penguin is exciting, surreal and full of surprises; a spectacular theatre experience based on the award-winning book by Polly Dunbar. The lively songs by Tom Gray of Gomez will have everyone joining in. Ages 2-7.

Comedy Club 4 Kids

Box Office: 01323 412 000 23 Oct

Sussex magician Jonathan will conjure up a mixture of magical treats in a fun packed session for all the family.

The impossible voyage of an improbable crew to hunt an imaginary creature is brought magically to life in this sparkling musical comedy adventure for 4 to 94 year olds.

Box Office: 08452 938 480 14 Oct

Royal Hippodrome Eastbourne

Shark in the Park

Join Timothy and his Elvis loving Dad on their adventures, meeting lots of other fun characters along the way, not to mention a tap dancing seagull. Ages 2-7.

13 – 31 Dec

Dick Whittington

From old ‘Laandaan Taaan’, across the high seas and on to Morocco – we’re off in search of promised treasure! Will King Rat thwart our plans, or will the Spirit Of The Bells save Dick’s day?

Mister Maker & The Shapes Live!

White Rock Hastings Box Office: 01424 462 288 26 Nov

The Nutcracker

The story of Marie, a rather sad little girl, whose godfather Drosselmeier gives her a Nutcracker doll as a present on Christmas Eve which turns into a prince and the magic begins.

9 Dec

Sing-A-Long-A Beauty and the Beast Join in and celebrate the brand new adaptation of Disney’s iconic fairy tale with on-screen lyrics so everyone can join in.

15 – 31 Dec

Sleeping Beauty

With magic, music, comedy and special effects, make Sleeping Beauty the pantomime of your dreams.

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Fun Days Out with the Family

Halloween Fun at Blackberry Farm Park

The leaves are falling from the trees, the nights are drawing in and preparations are well underway for Halloween week at Blackberry Farm Park. There is lots going on during the Half Term week for little monsters to enjoy including creepy crafts, story time and a spooky egg hunt as well as our usual activities; tractor rides, barrel bug rides, pony rides and animal handling.

Clucky’s Pumpkin Barn will be seasonally decorated throughout making it the perfect setting for your Halloween fun - nothing scary, just a large selection of pumpkins that you can purchase in all shapes and sizes from 14 October. Pumpkin carving sessions will also be held throughout the day. With both indoor and outdoor play areas, there is plenty to do to burn off any excess energy. The Garden Barn Cafe is open all day serving light refreshments and snacks making it the perfect way to round off your day with a tasty hot chocolate. Children coming in fancy dress have half price farm entry from 23 to 31 October. During the winter months, from 1 November to 31 January, Blackberry Farm are offering reduced price entry for just £6.50 per person. For more information visit blackberry-farm. co.uk.

Pocket Science Funfair

This October Half Term the Pocket Science Funfair is making its way across Sussex with a triple whammy - all the fun of the fair, all the science of the fair and all the fun of science. On its latest outing the funfair with a twist celebrates the twentieth anniversary of Harry Potter by dealing out a little magic of its own. There may even be some Quidditch! Why stop at Potter? There will be special effects

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Make sure you don’t miss out on lots of other exciting events lurking around the corner. On Wednesday 25 October, crime solving Scooby-Doo will be visiting Drusillas. The cowardly hero will be meeting all kids in the Events Arena at intervals throughout the day. There are also Creepy Crawly encounters in the Discovery Centre throughout the week. Located just off the A27 in Afriston, Drusillas Park is open daily from 10am. For more information, please telephone 01323 874 100 or visit www.drusillas.co.uk

Halloween at Drusillas Park

Autumn Fun in the Woods

Put your nerves to the test and get ready to come face to face with g-g-g-ghosts and ghouls at Drusillas Park. Prepare yourself for a whole host of spine tingling surprises and eerie entertainment. The award-winning zoo in East Sussex has plenty of fun events planned to keep your little horrors happy in the Half Term between Saturday 21 and Sunday 29 October. Venture through the creepy cobwebbed corridors of Haunted Heights into the terror-tory of sin sisters, Hocus & Pocus, as they play hide and shriek with the unsuspecting public. Step carefully as you pass this derelict castle, which towers high above the skyline of Drusillas, because deep inside lies a ghostly secret… knock on the trap door and discover the spook-tacular surprise within if you dare… Take your chances in Eden’s Eye; missing from the ancient tomb, a Mummy has been seen wandering through the shadowy pathways of the twisted maze. Enter through the old temple ruins and unravel the mystery but take heed you don’t come to a dead end!

Autumn is a spectacular season as our trees transform from lush greens into stunning displays of red, gold and brown. Embrace the crisp air and celebrate with these top ideas from the Woodland Trust. Continued on page 10

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As the days shorten and temperatures drop, our woodlands show signs of the new season. Walk along wooded paths, crunch on fallen leaves and smell fruits ripening in hedgerows. Use the Woodland Trust website to find a wood near you and experience the amazing autumn colour. Autumn is an enchanting time to be out in the woods and get muddy together with your family. Visit the Nature Detectives online for lots of exciting ideas to tempt kids – and grown-ups – from bat spotting to twilight treks. Head off on an autumn scavenger hunt to see how many autumnal signs you can discover while you’re out and about, or try collecting fallen leaves and conkers and make a wonderful woodland collage. Why not celebrate the season at one of the Woodland Trust’s events? Light up at a lantern-making workshop, discover magical mushrooms on a fungal foray, pull on your wellies for a woodland wander or get crafty with crispy leaves. Don’t forget to tell the Woodland Trust what you see. Recording your seasonal sightings with Nature’s Calendar will help scientists observe how the changing climate is affecting the UK’s wildlife. Can you take a note of the first signs of autumn, from ripe berries to leaves changing colour? Head to www.woodlandtrust.org.uk for more great ideas to embrace the autumn season. Photo credit: WTML

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Spooky Halloween Fun at Hever Castle Prepare to be spooked this Halloween at Hever Castle and Gardens from 21-29 October. Meet Viscious Vampire and his Goblin friend in the Creepy Crypt and hear terrifying tales of goblins, trolls, witches and vampires. Follow the eerie Halloween trail, help ward off vampires with a spooky activity and sink your teeth into a sweet treat at the cupcake decorating workshop. With prizes for the best creepy costumes, a visit to Hever Castle is sure to be fang-tastic fun for all the family. The gardens open at 10.30am and the Castle opens at 12noon. Last admission is at 4.30pm with final exit at 6pm.

Brighton Horrorfest Returns

Following a successful festival last year, Brighton Horrorfest is returning to Sweet Venues for 2017 with even more frights for the nights leading up to Halloween. Most events are for adults or older children but there are two events suitable for primary ages. On 23 October there will be a Spooky Tales Puppetry Workshop. Bring the family for some Half Term fun, make your own ghoulish puppet and then use it to tell a scary story. The workshop will start at 1.30pm, lasting two hours. Tickets cost £12 per child or £20 for two children (suitable for ages 3-9). Later on that afternoon there will be Stories from the Woods and Wild Places where you can hear scary stories for all the family from renowned storyteller Jason Buck. The session starts at 4pm and lasts 90 minutes. Advance tickets cost £8 (£6.50 concessions), or tickets on the door cost £10 (£7 concessions). Suitable for ages 9+. Brighton Horrorfest runs from 17-29 October at Sweet Dukebox. For more information, visit www.sweetvenues.com.

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House & Gardens

Hallowe’en Weekend

Sat 28th & Sun 29th October Book for a Family Ghost Hunt!

Winter Craft & Gift Fair

Sat 11th & Sun 12th November Festive Fun - Music - 100 stalls!

Christmas at the Priory Sat 2nd, 9th, 16th December Sun 3rd, 10th, 17th December Trails - Hands-on Crafts - Food

Hailsham 01323 844224 For Events: www.sussexpast.co.uk

Lewes Castle

& Anne of Cleves House

series of ideas for days out in the South Downs National Park. Go South Half-Term Fun Downs is a new online resource of Cleves Anne to help people plan an entire 17th & 24th October Dressing Up, Stories, car-free trip in the National Park Hands-on Crafts – from where to stay and places Drop in. 1- 4pm. to eat, to things to do and how Lewes Castle to join them together on foot, 19th October Knights and Dragons bicycle or public transport. 19th & 26th October The first itineraries to go online Archaeological Finds £5 - £6 plus entry. are for the market towns of *Booking required for Lewes and Petersfield.Visitors Lewes Castle Holiday Activities. can also look out for special For Bookings: Cyclists and Walkers Welcome signs in local businesses. These mean 01273 486290 that they not only offer a warm welcome but are able to offer facilities For Events: www.sussexpast.co.uk ranging from a top-up for water bottles to a safe place to lock up a bike, or even plasters or a puncture repair kit. Autumn is a great time to visit the South Downs with great autumn colours, less crowds and (fingers crossed) an Indian summer. Go South Downs makes it as easy as possible for people to enjoy a car-free trip to National Park – whether you’re there for a day, a weekend or a week. Sat 28 Oct / Drop in 11am-4pm / Free (donations welcome) More destinations will be added to From flipbooks to digital drawings, create animations inspired by the popular resource in the future Towner’s latest exhibition in this free workshop for all ages with artist Jane Fox. but you can start your adventure 01323 434670 @TownerLearning townereastbourne.org.uk today by visiting www.southdowns. Run in partnership with Make Your Mark, the arts and mental health programme for Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, as part of A Year of Drawing. gov.uk/enjoy/go-southdowns

Whatever the Weather!

the South Downs Car-Free Michelham Priory Explore Avoid the traffic and reduce the stress of driving this autumn with a new

THE RYE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL 2017

SATURDAY 9TH DECEMBER 11AM TILL LATE CHRISTMAS MARKET SANTA’S GROTTO MOTHER CHRISTMAS STORYTELLING PUPPET THEATRE CAROL CONCERT STREET PERFORMANCES PROCESSION COMPETITIONS CAROUSEL & RIDES REINDEER SANTA EXPRESS TRAIN CRAFTS & ACTIVITIES AND MUCH MUCH MORE

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October Seven Sisters Wildlife Watch, Pump Barn, Seven Sisters Country Park, BN25 4AD

10.30am–12.30pm. An opportunity for children to experience and learn from nature. They will be encouraged to tackle hands-on outdoor activities, work co-operatively with others, and have an opportunity to gain a sense of achievement. Ages 5-11. For more information and to book visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

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Communications Day, Amberley Museum, Arundel, BN18 9LT

Discover life before the internet. How did we communicate? Find out at this fascinating event for all ages. For times, charges and information visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Playmakes, Brighton Dome Café Bar, BN1 1UE

11.15am–12.15pm. After watching Handa’s Surprise, young audiences have the opportunity to get crafty and make a keepsake to take home. Charges apply. For more information visit www.brightondome.org

Nature Tots and Wildlife Watch, Stanmere Park, BN1 9QA

10.30am–12.30pm. Children will learn to become confident in an outdoor setting, learn basic woodcraft skills and explore their natural surroundings with storytelling, games and lots of outdoor activities. For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Shoreham Wordfest: The Old Woman From Fruili, Shoreham Library, BN34 5ZA A reading of The Old Woman From Friuli by Ghillian Potts and storytelling from the book’s illustrator Ed Boxall. Free event, purchase tickets from library. For more information visit www. ropetacklecentre.co.uk

Pedal in Preston Park, Brighton, BN1 6LA

1–4.30pm. Hop on your bike for a family friendly sponsored bike ride in aid of Martlets Hospice and the Motor Neurone Disease Association. The ride will be taking place safely

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away from roads on Britain’s oldest velodrome. For more information and to book visit www.themartlets. org.uk

Arty Crafty Club, Hove Museum, BN3 4AH

2–4 pm. Clay work, plaster casting, painting on canvas, animation and so much more! If you love art you’ll love these workshops which give you the chance to add to your skills and show your talent. Ages 8–12. For more information and to book visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/hove

Sat 14 - Sun 15 Oct

The Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, Battle, TN33 0AD Re-live the atmosphere and tension, as soldiers clash in the infamous Battle of Hastings re-enactment. Witness the action on the date that changed history and immerse yourself in medieval life. For information and to book tickets visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

Making a Wooden Sculpture, Ditchling Museum, BN6 8SP

10.30am-4.30pm. Get involved and help Anna make a community sculpture for St Peter & St James Hospice using green and reclaimed wood. Admission fee does not apply for this event. Go directly to the Clore Learning Space. Free, drop in event. For more information visit www.ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Autumn Harvest: Day in the Life Weekend, Standen, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE

10am–4pm. This weekend staff and volunteers will be dressing up and showing how the house would have been used by the Beales and servants at Standen. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ standen

Pond Dipping, Arundel WWT Centre, BN18 9PA

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11am–1pm and 2-4pm. Go along and explore the underwater world of bloodworms, nymphs and whirlygigs. For more information visit www. wwt.org.uk

Pumpkin & Spook Fest, Tulleys Farm, Turners Hill RH10 4PE A daytime Halloween festival to include brand new Terror Trail and

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Education News

Win a Maths Lesson at Hastings Adventure Golf

Kate Richards is a former maths teacher and also the manager at Hastings Adventure Golf. She’s bringing her two passions together with a competition aimed at Sussex schools offering them the chance to win a practical maths lesson for an entire class at the famous crazy golf attraction. Kate told Primary Times, “We’ve developed a range of maths lessons for primary and secondary curriculums complete with worksheets and key learning points that turn the game of crazy golf into a practical maths learning experience.” The prize includes a ready-made, planned lesson so teachers won’t have any prep work. Areas of the curriculum covered include, geometry, basic operations, fractions and percentages, measurement and distance. Lesson plans and worksheets can be customised to suit the winning class teacher’s request. Both pupils and teachers can enter. To enter, email kate@ adventuregolf.co.uk saying why your class (max 33 pupils) deserves to win the lesson at Hastings Adventure Golf. The competition closes on 31 October.

Get Ready for those £1 Books

World Book Day has announced its plans for 2018. The day marks the world’s biggest celebration of reading, where the nation’s entire book industry comes together to work proactively to help create readers of the future. The 11 official £1 World Book Day books cater for a range of ages. For preschool children, the award-winning Kes Gray and Roald Dahl Follow us on Instagram - @primarytimesse

Wear Your Whiskers

You’ve done own clothes day.You’ve worn a hat.You’ve worn your jeans and you’ve worn clothes of so many different colours. But you’ve never done this. You’ve never worn whiskers (except for that maths teacher who really does need a shave)! Friday 27 October will be a day like no other as the nation gets fur-bulous. However you choose to Wear Your Whiskers you’ll be helping dogs and cats who have nowhere else to turn. Every year Battersea Dogs & Cats Home take in thousands of unwanted, abandoned and lost pets who just want to find someone to love them. Whether you raise £10 or £1,000, every penny will help provide them with the vital medical care,

attention and love they need. Through your generosity, dogs and cats can embark on new lives and find loving new homes. Get your class together. Paint or stick on some whiskers for the day and donate £1 for every child who takes part to help the dogs and cats at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home. If you’d really like to make the most of the day, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home can provide resources and lesson plans linked to the curriculum suitable for foundation level up to KS2 and beyond.

Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery needs your votes! We aim to change our lighting to LED so we can reduce energy. This means savings can be directed into curriculum resources to support our children. Please support us by voting via this link. https://www.mandsenergyfund.com/ projects/rudyard-kipling-primary-schoolnursery

VOICE TRIALS for boys aged 7 & 8 11th November 2017 Enquiries are welcome at any time

Substantial scholarships are awarded and choristers benefit from an all-round excellent education at St Edmund’s School Canterbury. The Master of Choristers, David Flood, is always pleased to meet and advise parents and their sons.

Inspiring a love of learning For further details please telephone

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The Lodge Nursery is open 50 weeks of the year from 8am to 6pm and offers outstanding care, superb facilities and an inspirational education for children from 9 months to 4 years old. St Andrew’s Prep has received the highest possible ratings across the school from the Independent Schools Inspectorate and Ofsted. 01323 733203 admissions@standrewsprep.co.uk www.VisitStAndrew’sPrep.co.uk

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Funny Prize-winning illustrator Jim Field have teamed up to deliver a new title in their bestselling Oi picture book series, Oi Goat! Younger readers can catch up with their favourite Mr Men characters in a new adventure from Mr Men creator Roger Hargreaves’ son Adam, My Book About Me By Mr Silly. Readers at Key Stages 1-2 will be able to get to know a little alien in The Baby Brother From Outer Space!, Pamela Butchart’s latest adventure, join much-loved Great British Bake Off star Nadiya Hussain and her children for scrumptious stories and delicious bakes for all the family or meet Andy and Terry, who make the world’s coolest stories together in their treehouse, in Terry’s Dumb Dot Story: A Treehouse Tale. Readers will also be able to enjoy a brand new edition of three classic Paddington Bear stories from master storyteller Michael Bond in Paddington Turns Detective and Other Funny Stories.

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More What’s On Your family diary for October and November

October the Twisted Fun House, The Horrid Hayride and The Creepy Cottage. The Pumpkin Patch area features activities and attractions to keep the whole family ‘spellbound’. For more information and to book visit www. tulleysfarm.com

Sat 14 – Sun 29 Oct

Museum Basecamp, Brighton Museum, BN1 2GR

Become a Museum Explorer! Drop in to Brighton Museum during the school holidays and set out on your own adventure with one of our free family guides or activities. For more information www.brightonmuseums. org.uk

Sun 15 Oct

Classic Land Rover Day, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT A new name but an old favourite see a wide range of exhibiting Land Rovers from across the series, some original and some unique in design. For times, charges and information visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Industrial Trains Day, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT Steam, diesel, petrol and battery locos out and about, featuring our electric collection of passenger and industrial rolling stock. For times, charges and information visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

Free Days: Diwali, Brighton Museum, BN1 1EE

10am–5pm. Celebrate Diwali, the ‘festival of lights’, with family-friendly activities, storytelling, dressing-up and much more. With the Hindu Women’s Group, Brighton & Hove. For more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk

The Hidden Fort, Newhaven Fort BN9 9DS

10.30am–2pm.Visit parts of the Fort that are normally hidden from the public eye. Tour the South-West Counterscarp Galleries, the defensive rooms, and the Battery Observation Post in the South-West corner of the Fort. For more information and to book visit www.newhavenfort.org.uk

Myth, Magic and Mischief, Hove Museum, BN3 4AH

10.30am-12.30pm and 2-4pm. Hang out in the galleries of The Art of Puppetry display and hear some magical traditional tales told by Eleanor, one of the museum’s exhibiting artists. Free, drop in for all ages. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/hove

India. For more information visit www.brightondome.org

Black History Month Family Day, Brighton Dome Café Bar, BN1 1UE 12noon–5pm. Go along to the annual celebration of African arts and culture, complete with stalls, workshops, children’s activities, delicious food, live music and much more. For more information visit www.brightondome.org

Apple Day, Bateman’s, Burwash, TN19 7DS

11am–4pm. Explore the orchard, there will be a range of orchard produce to sample and buy plus have fun with crafts and games. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/batemans

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Morning Explorer, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE

(Also 23 Oct) 10–11am.These sessions are for families with additional needs. Some families may want a quiet time, without crowds, some assistance to climb the castle or help accessing the collections in the museum. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Tues 17 Oct

Spinning Yarns, Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA

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charity Rockinghorse. For more information and to book visit www. brightonchefstable.co.uk

Fri 20 Oct

Wild Children & Wonky Toys, Linklater Pavilion, Ditchling Museum, BN7 2FG

3.30-5.30pm. Join artists Anna Bera and Zuky Serper for a really creative, experimental workshop using a variety of woods and hand tools to make your very own wonky toys. Free. Ages 6+. For more information and to book visit www. ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Fireworks Display, Thomas A Becket Junior School, Worthing BN14 7PR

6pm. There will be hot dogs, popcorn, toffee apples, and children’s rides. Purchase advance tickets from school reception, Old Nick’s Fish & Chips in Pavilion Road and Southern Crew in Rectory Road. Or tickets can be purchased on the day. For more information email fos@ thomasabecketjunior.org.uk

Fri 20 Oct – Sun 28 Jan

1-4pm. Drop in to the house this afternoon and listen to the tale of Rumpelstiltskin, tell your own fairy tales and have a go at spinning wool. All ages welcome. Included with admission. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Ice Skating, Horsham Ice Rink, RH12 1RL

Thurs 19 Oct

Sat 21 Oct

10.30am – 12 noon. Listen to stories about castle knights, armour to try on and lots of things to make, including a dragon mask. Charges apply. Booking advised. For more information visit www.sussexpast. co.uk

There will be fancy dress prizes, grand torch light procession, marching bands, spectacular firework display, visiting societies and a surprise set piece finale. For more information visit www. visit1066country.com

Knights and Dragons, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE

Brighton Chefs’ Table, Grand Hotel, Brighton, BN1 2FW 7pm. A Culinary event bringing together seven of the city’s leading chefs under one roof to offer an exclusive gastronomic experience, not to be missed. In support of Brighton-based children’s

Kathakali, Hangleton Community Centre, Hove, BN3 8BW 12.30pm. Open the door into the magic of Diwali through the incredible storytelling of Kathakali the classical dance drama from South

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Go along for some fun on the ice. The rink is fully covered so you can enjoy skating whatever the weather outside. For more information visit www.horshamicerink.co.uk

Bonfire Night, Hailsham, BN27 1DT

Art at Amberley, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT 10am–5pm. This month you will be looking at Scrapbooking. Go along and make a mini memory album for the future or an event that has happened. Charges apply. For more information visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

Skips Family Workshop Ghost and Ghouls, Theatre Royal, Brighton BN1 1SD

10.30am. Get ready for Halloween with a spooky workshop that includes ghoulish make up and ghostly accessories. Make, play and have fun together and let your imaginations run wild. Session includes a look on stage and drinks and biscuits. For more information and to book visit www.atgtickets.com

Fungi Forage, Buchan Country Park, RH11 9HQ

10am–12noon. Find out about how this biological kingdom, neither plant nor animal, is essential to all life on earth. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. For more information and to book visit www.westsussex.gov.uk

Sussex Darkside Ghost Walk, Newhaven Fort, BN9 9DS

8–9.30pm. Walk with characters from the Fort’s past and hear about the ghosts that reside here, together with some of the best ghost stories from other forts around the country. Laugh and scream your way around the Fort! For more information and to book visit www.newhavenfort. org.uk

Sat 21 – Sat 28 Oct

Pond Dipping, Arundel WWT Centre, BN18 9PA

(Selected dates) 11am–1pm and 2-4pm. Go along and explore the underwater world of bloodworms, nymphs and whirlygigs. For more information visit www.wwt.org.uk

Sat 21 – Sun 29 Oct

Trick or Treat Trail, Horsham Town Centre, RH12 Go along to the annual Horsham Town Centre event organised by the Horsham Rotary Club. For more information visit www. horshamtimewellspent.co.uk

Halloween Trail, Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate, BN26 5TL 10.30am–4.30pm. Take the family along this Halloween for some spooky fun. A self-led trail for younger children looking for pumpkins hidden around the property. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/alfriston

October Half Term, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA

11am–4pm. Take the family along to Bodiam Castle for spooky Halloween fun this Half Term. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/bodiam-castle

Halloween Trail, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA

11am–4pm. Take the family to Bodiam Castle this Half Term and enjoy some Halloween fun. Event is free, normal admission prices apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiamcastle

Halloween, Newhaven Fort, BN9 9DS

Visit the terrifying tunnels of the Eastern Magazine, visit the Jaws ‘n’ Claws workshops on 29 Oct, take part in a Halloween quiz trail and join our Mad Scientists in their laboratory and more. For more information and to book visit www.newhavenfort. org.uk

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An Interview with Cerrie Burnell Cerrie Burnell - writer, actor and children’s TV presenter, is releasing the fourth title in her Harper series, Harper and the Fire Star. The Harper books are a magical series set in the City of Clouds, an ethereal world ﬁlled with music. The stories follow Harper as she uses her musical gifts (and a little bit of magic!) to help protect her loved ones and the world they live in. Cerrie, a popular CBeebies presenter who has long been a pioneer for diversity, left the channel earlier this year to focus on her writing career. Primary Times was able to catch up with Cerrie on the eve of her latest publication. What inspired you to write the Harper series? It came out of a project that I did for the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. They wanted a writer and presenter to write something that they could put classical music to. What I ﬁnd startling about orchestras is the musicians’ talent - it’s like a magic display! Lots of musicians can play multiple instruments so the character of Harper became someone who could play anything. Her instrument is a harp, hence her name. She doesn’t know this at the beginning and it’s a journey for her about discovering which instrument is for her.

Which character do you most relate to? Probably the kids. I think all of the four children have some element of me in them. Liesel is that one kid who doesn’t want to do what everyone else is doing. She’s independent and does her own thing. I relate to Ferdie’s

poetic-ness, his wanting to be a writer and carrying a pencil because he thinks that then he is a poet. Nate is wise beyond his years. He has a relationship and reliance on a wolf. Yeah I’d love to have a wolf! I think I probably know all the children best. Everyone’s very creative and slightly bonkers.

You’ve spoken before about having dyslexia, how has this affected you? I think we have this really negative connotation which goes with dyslexia and that’s put upon us by schools who don’t have the funding to manage dyslexic children, but it doesn’t mean it’s an excuse. I was really lucky that I had an amazing headmistress at the primary school I went to, Crofton Junior School, who realised that I wasn’t stupid. This was in the 1980s when no one knew what dyslexia was. Eventually my mum got me privately assessed and following that I had four years of extra tuition. That’s the only way I learnt how to read, and I was reading within three months. I was 8 and a half and I couldn’t read anything and by the time I was 9 I was reading Enid Blyton. It’s a completely different way of teaching and what really saddens and disheartens me is that parents still have to pay to get their children recognised as dyslexic and that shouldn’t be the case. Parents aren’t being given the support. Self-esteem is so fragile in children and it can go right down and it’s really unnecessary. Somehow I’ve got to try and do more about that, now I’ve got a bit more time. It’s something that really, really irks me.

Looking forward, what would you say is your dream? Harper and the Fire Star is available to buy now at £5.99 online and from all good high street retailers.

Deﬁnitely to write more and to tell stories that perhaps haven’t been told. By that I mean looking at dyslexia and children that are on the spectrum. Writing not necessarily for children but trying to write in a way that can evoke empathy in people. I want to keep creating work really and see where that goes. I’d still like to do a bit of acting but it’d very much need to be the right thing.

If you could give one bit of advice on achieving dreams and being inspired, what would you say? Everyone’s dream is unique to them and no one can question you on your dream because it’s yours, and if someone doesn’t agree with you, you don’t have to convince them, you don’t have to take that to heart.Your dream is speciﬁc to you, no one can tell you that you can’t do it. If you really want it then you’ll ﬁnd a way.

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More What’s On Your family diary for October and November

October Harvest Trail, Standen, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE

Keep the kids occupied with a fun trail inspired by harvest in the garden, autumn strolls through crunchy leaves and spook bat walks. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/standen

Haunted Abbey, 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, Battle, TN33 0AD

10am–4pm. Feeling brave enough to take on the haunted abbey ruins of Battle? Be prepared to be scared this autumn Half Term as a frighteningly fun day out awaits you. Join in the spooky Halloween adventure if you dare. For more information visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

Halloween Shriek Week, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS

Stake out the fun at Drusillas Park over the Halloween period with some fang-tastically spooky surprises to keep your little horrors Half Term happy. Admission charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.drusillas.co.uk

The Yuck Show, Arundel WWT Centre, BN18 9PA

11am and 1.30pm. Discover the gross and grotty side of nature at 30 minute live ‘The Yuck Show’ with Professor Batwing. Explore the Spooktacular Trail, pond dip for mini-beasts and create a creepy craft. Included in the admission price. For more information visit www.wwt. org.uk

Folklore and Fairy Tale Trail, Bateman’s, Burwash, TN19 7DS

There’ll be fairies to be found in our garden over Half Term. Go and discover the folklore and fairy tales of Sussex and other children’s tales brought to life on a Half Term trail. For those that find the hidden fairies, there’ll be a reward. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/batemans

Sat 21 – Tues 31 Oct

Spellbinding Halloween, Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP 11am-3pm.Young visitors will receive a dastardly treat from the resident Borde Hill witch if they complete all the challenges in their spell book on the ghoulish garden trail. There will be spooktastic entertainment every day in the haunted marquee. For more information visit www. bordehill.co.uk

pop up bars from local drinks producers, boutique shopping stalls, live music and family entertainment. For more information visit www. foodrockssouth.co.uk

Halloween Week, Hastings Pier Charity, TN34 1JU

Join in for a week of different Halloween activities on Hastings Pier including pumpkin carving, Halloween movies, art cart and craft workshops. For more information visit www. hpcharity.co.uk

The Wonder Tails, Waterstones, Lewes

12noon-1pm. Go and join in for an interactive story time! ‘The Wonder Tails’ by Nickhola-Susanne La Brooy is a new book of short stories about how certain beloved British wild animals you may see in your own backyard came to be the way there are. Ages 6-9. For more information visit www.waterstones.com

Tudor Dancing, Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA 10am–4pm. Go along and join in for a day of Tudor Dancing in the East Room and stunning Tudor Garden. For more information visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Sundae Club, Komedia, Brighton, BN1 1UN

11am. Doors open 10.30am. Four fabulous hours of creative fun. Featuring theatre show The Girl and the Giraffe, live music from The Swing Ninjas and followed by a craft workshop. Ages 2-8. For more information and to book visit www. komedia.co.uk

Autofest 2017 – Scalextric Show, Gaugemaster House, Arundel, BN18 0BN

10am–4pm. This event showcases world leading Slot Car brands including Scalextric, Carrera, Ninco, Slot.It & NSR. With a number of tracks for you to test your skills on and special offers available, this event is not to be missed. For more information call 01903 884 321.

Autumn Colour Walk from Lewes to Blackcap, Birling Gap and Seven Sisters, East Dean, BN20 0AB

11am-3pm. Join the rangers on a circular walk from Lewes to Blackcap taking in the autumn colours of Ashcombe Bottom, discovering the

Sun 22 Oct

Street Food Rocks, Horsham Town Centre, RH12

10am -4pm. Go along to The Carfax for the day. There will be sensational Sussex street food, local produce,

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history and management of this ancient site. For more information and to book visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/birling-gap-and-the-sevensisters

Mon 23 Oct

Wacky Wizards and Witches, Millbrook Garden Centre, Crowborough, TN6 3RJ

Owl Meet and Greet with Sky Birds of Prey show, afterwards make a mask and enjoy some refreshments. Charges apply. Ages 3-8. For more information and to book visit www. millbrookgc.co.uk

Pocket Science Funfair, The Steyning Centre, Steyning, BN44 3XZ

10.30am-4.30pm. Celebrate the twentieth anniversary of Harry Potter by dealing out a little magic of our own.You will be shown how to do magic with electrostatics, plus marble runs, spaghetti towers, upsidedown goggles, illusions and more. Ages 7+. For more information and to book visit www.brightonscience. com

Spooky Tales Puppetry Workshop, Sweet Dukebox, Brighton, BN3 1AQ

1.30pm. Take the family along for some Half Term fun – make your own ghoulish puppetry and then use it to tell a scary story. Ages 3-9. For more information and to book visit www. sweetvenues.com

Stories from the Woods and Wild Places, The Southern Belle, Brighton, BN3 1AQ

A performance storytelling show from places where the trees grow tall and dark, man-eating monsters roam the countryside, the snow has started to fall and you should never…ever… stray from the path. Ages 9+. For more information and to book visit www.sweetvenues.com

Love your Museum, Hove Museum, and Art Gallery, BN3 4AB

Join us for a variety of family-friendly activities, get creative with craft, see a puppet show and explore the galleries. Make a shadow puppet in our special workshop and bring them to life on the shadow screen with expert help. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/ hove

Mon 23 – Thurs 26 Oct Open Laser, Out of Bounds, Angmering, BN16 4NB

6pm. Try out a Fangtastic Open Laser Session this Halloween and turn your space warriors into Zombie warriors. Fancy dress is welcomes. Ages 5-13. For more information visit www.outofbounds. co.uk

Mon 23 – Fri 27 Oct

Roman Army Week, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR

10am–4pm. Sign up for the Roman Army and complete our fun, handson challenges to earn your pay for the day! From sword practice to food tasting, fake wounds to making clay medals and more.For more information visit www.sussexpast. co.uk

Mon 23 – Tues 31 Oct

Create & Grow Spooky Half Term, Squires Garden Centre, Washington RH20 3BP

Paint a ceramic pumpkin and scary skull tea light holder to take home with a complimentary LED tea light. Take part in our free monster pursuit and ghostly colouring competition where you will receive a sticker and a chance to win a prize. Also happening at Crawley. For more information visit www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Halloween Fun, Blackberry Farm, Lewes, BN8 6JD

There will be pumpkins for sale, pumpkin carving, fancy dress, craft sessions, story time, pony rides and lots more. Children in fancy dress, admission is half price. For more information visit www.blackberryfarm.co.uk

Tues 24 Oct

First World War Family Activity Day, Hastings Museum and Art Gallery, TN34 1ET 10am – 3pm. Go along for a fun day out. There will be crafts, stories, dressing up and handling real artefacts. For more information visit www.hmag.org.uk

Autumn Colours, Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA 1-4pm. Drop in to the house this afternoon for hands-on activities based around autumn. Embroider a flower or make a herb bag. Explore plants and dyes. Plus painting and drawing in the garden (weather permitting). For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Spooky Paper-Mache Masks, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP 10.30am–12noon. Go along and enjoy making a scary Halloween mask. Ages 5-11. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.worthingmuseum.co.uk

Hello Kitty, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS

Visit Kitty in her beautiful themed house and have a souvenir photo taken with the cutest girl herself. Meet and greet opportunities will operate at intervals throughout the day. Admission charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.drusillas.co.uk

Light Fantastic, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN 10.30am-1pm and 2pm-4.30pm. Discover ways in which ‘light’ can change and reveal hidden worlds.

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Win Tickets for Holiday on Ice at The Brighton Centre

Win Paulos Circus VIP Tickets at Millbrook Garden Centre

The world-renowned show, Holiday on Ice will be returning to The Brighton Centre in January 2018 with a new spectacular production, TIME. It will open at The Brighton Centre on Friday 5 January and run until Sunday 14 January. Celebrating ‘the best and most memorable times of our lives’, the show is described as a photo album filled with ‘snapshots’ of memories we all share in common - falling in love, a first kiss, dancing ‘til dawn, a memorable night on the town, a great vacation, a thrilling adventure, and everyone’s wish to slow down time as it goes by too fast! Tickets for Holiday on Ice: TIME at The Brighton Centre are on sale now and are available from www.brightoncentre.co.uk or by contacting the Box Office on 0844 847 1538. Family and group discounts are available. We have two family tickets (for four) for the first night of TIME for two lucky readers to win. Simply tell us where the show will be playing. See below for entry details.

Roll up, roll up! Paulos Circus is coming to town this October half-term at Millbrook Garden Centre in Staplehurst. Each show features clowns, acrobats, aerial skills, magic, wire walkers, jugglers, unicyclists, and much, much more. The circus will be at the Garden Centre between 25 and 29 October with shows at 12.30pm and 3.30pm Wednesday – Saturday and 11am and 2pm on Sunday. For more information and to book tickets please visit www.millbrookgc.co.uk Primary Times have a VIP family Paulos Circus experience at Millbrook Garden Centre to give away to one lucky person. The winner will receive reserved front row tickets for up to four people plus a family meal in the greencafé (No cash alternative).

Win Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul on DVD

Win a copy of Guinness World Records: Amazing Animals

Following on from ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days’, the events in ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul’ take place one year later. A Heffley family road trip to attend Meemaw’s 90th birthday party goes hilariously off course thanks to Greg’s newest scheme to get to a video gaming convention. Based on one of the best-selling book series of all time, this family cross-country adventure turns into an experience the Heffleys will never forget. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul is available on Digital Download now and Blu-ray™ and DVD on 23 October, from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. Primary Times have five copies of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul on DVD to give to lucky readers. For your chance to win, tell us to what event the family road trip is going. See below for details of how to enter.

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For your chance to win, all you need to do is tell us your favourite circus act. See below for details of how to enter but please note the closing date is 20 October

For the first time, Guinness World Records is providing the animal lover in the family with some of the world’s most fur-nomenal creatures, peculiar pets, wacky wildlife, and cute critters. The brand new Guinness World Records: Amazing Animals features surfing pigs, talking gorillas, and a rabbit that plays basketball! Test your wildlife knowledge with fun quizzes and puzzles plus find out if your pet is a secret Einstein with exclusive IQ tests. Create your very own recordbreaking animal with an online game or try making an origami zoo. It makes for an exciting, engaging and educational gift available for purchase in stores and online. For your chance to win one of ten Amazing Animals books, tell us what animal you’d like for a pet. See below for details of how to enter. Guinness World Records 2018 and Guinness World Records: Gamer’s Edition are also out now to purchase in stores and online.

To enter any of the competitions send your answer along with your name, age, school, address and phone number to Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London, SE12 8LG. Don’t forget to include the name of the competition. Alternatively email your answer and details to competitions@primarytimes.biz with the competion name as the subject by Friday 3 November. If you are entering more than one competition you can put all entries in the same envelope. Follow us on Twitter - @PT_Sussex

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More What’s On Your family diary for October and November

October Using Science Technology we explore how we use light for more than just seeing. Ages 6-8.Charges apply. For more information visit www.theobservatory.org

Wacky Wizards and Witches, Millbrook Garden Centre, Crowborough, TN6 3RJ 2pm. Go along for Potion and Wand Making, join a doodle hunt through the centre and enjoy some refreshments. Ages 3-8. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.millbrookgc.co.uk

Tues 24 – Fri 27 Oct

Half Term Activities, Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5AW 2–4pm. Join the Museum team in making beautiful fireworks and bonfire inspired crafts so you’ll be ready to celebrate come the 5 November. Free, drop in sessions. Ages 5+. For more information visit www.littlehamptonmuseum.co.uk

Wed 25 Oct

Family Activity Day, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT 10am-5pm. Go along with the family for a day of activities for accompanied children of all ages. For more information visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

Eyes on the Universe, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN

10.30am-1pm or 2-4.30pm. What’s in space? Can we go there? Can we see it? How big is it? Is there anybody there? Discover some of the answers through fascinating handson activities. Ages 6-8. For more information and to book visit www. the-observatory.org

Day of the Dead, Worthing Musuem, BN11 1HP

10.30am-12noon. Look at the Mexican Day of the Dead festival and make crafts out of recycled materials and face painting. Ages 7+. Charges apply. For more information visit www.worthingmuseum.co.uk

Scooby-Doo, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS

Wacky Wizards and Witches, Millbrook Garden Centre, Crowborough, TN6 3RJ

2pm. Paint and plant a Wizard/Witch wellie. Join a doodle hunt through the centre and enjoy some refreshments. Ages 3-8. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. millbrookgc.co.uk

Wed 25 – Thurs 26 Oct Normans & Crusaders in The Keep, Arundel Castle, BN18 9PA

Go along to meet the Norman Knights and Lady’s, see the combat training of men-at-arms and archers, and haveago at some of the crafts of the late Norman period. For more information visit www.arundelcastle.org

Wed 25 – Fri 27 Oct Pocket Science Funfair, Various Locations

10.30am-4.30pm. All of the fun of the fair, all the science of the fair and all the fun of science, revealing some of the sneaky secrets of Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and Star Wars. Includes Quidditch practice. Ages 7+. For more information and to book visit www.brightonscience.com

Hijack Halloween, Various Locations

(Selected times) Join the Hijack team to rediscover Halloween. Take part in creative workshops with a special Hijack Halloween toolkit containing lots of fun activities. Ages 4-11. For more information visit www.komedia. co.uk

Thurs 26 Oct

Pudsey & Pals Party, Horsham Town Centre RH12 10am -4pm. Horsham Rotary & friends are organising a giant Pudsey & Pals Party in Horsham’s Carfax to get you in the mood and fundraising for this year’s Children in Need. For more information visit www. horshamtimewellspent.co.uk

Digging for Treasure, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE

10.30am–12 noon. Go along and 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. Ages 4-8. Charges apply. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Crime solving Scooby-Doo will be coming to meet budding detectives at various intervals throughout the day. Come and investigate with the cowardly hero but don’t forget the Scooby snacks. For more information visit www.drusillas.co.uk

Wild Families – Pondemonium, RSPB Pullborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 10.30am–12noon. Drop in and meet some of the wonderful creatures lurking in the watery depths of our ponds with the help of a net. For more information visit www.rspb.org

9 Oct - 19 Nov ‘17

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Bird Watching for Families, Chichester Harbour Conservancy, PO20 7AW

11.30am–1pm. A gentle trip by solar powered boat to enjoy the Harbour and with the help of a bird enthusiast look out for and identify the birds found in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dress warmly and bring binoculars. For more information and to book visit www. conservancy.co.uk

All Things Gothic, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP

10.30am–12noon. Go and celebrate all things gothic and make some spooky accessories. Ages 7-14. Charges apply. For more information visit www.worthingmuseum.co.uk

Archaeologist for an Afternoon, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE 2–3pm. Could you be an archaeologist? Discover the skills you need: digging, recording, sorting, drawing. A workshop with lots of hands-on activities. Ages 6-10. Booking essential. For more information and to book visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Introduction to Green Woodworking with Spinney Hollow, Ditchling Museum, BN6 8SP

11am-3pm. Learn how to use green wood work tools and create your own hazel staff or wand, for wayfaring, walking or wizardry and have a go on a pole lathe to turn your own keepsake. Ages 7+. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Wacky Wizards and Witches, Millbrook Garden Centre, Crowborough, TN6 3RJ

some experiments learning about volcanoes, earthquakes, icebergs and more. Ages 9-11. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.the-observatory.org

Fri 27 Oct

Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, TN22 3QL Travel during the day on the train at Sheffield Park Station and travel on the ‘Scream Train’ with its scary crew to the station at Horsted Keynes for a frightfully fun afternoon with all sorts of ghoulish characters. Booking essential. For more information visit www.bluebell-railway.co.uk

The All Inclusive Family Ticket Event, Out of Bounds, Angmering, BN16 4NB 6pm–9pm. Go along for a great fun family night out. Ticket includes unlimited bowling, Clip ‘n Climb and Laser Tag all night long. There will be music, lights & fog throughout the centre. For more information and to book visit www.out-of-bounds.co.uk

Family Art Friday, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP 10.30am-3pm. Make your own creepy crafts, drop in, no advance booking needed. Charges apply. For more information visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

Wild Families – Halloween Hootenanny, RSPB Pullborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 11am–3pm. Follow the spooky wildlife trail out into the woods. Hunt for creepy crawlies and create a twig skeleton? Make a birch broom to ride home ready for Halloween. Inside, we’ll have some bat and owl themed crafts for you to try. For more information visit www.rspb. org.uk

Wacky Wizards and Witches, Millbrook Garden Centre, Crowborough, TN6 3RJ Have fun and make a Wizard or Witch hat. Join a doodle hunt through the centre and enjoy some refreshments. Ages 3-8. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.millbrookgc.co.uk

Go along to see Marli the Magician’s Magic Show followed by balloon modelling with Marli. Ages 3-8. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.millbrookgc. co.uk

Sat 28 Oct

Things That Go Bump, Worthing Museum, BN11 1HP

The museum will be open as usual for a fun filled day with Halloween activities. In the evening 6-9pm, be spooked with a ride on the ghost train and spooky trail. Charges apply. For more information and to book your place for the evening events visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

6-9pm. Put on your scariest costume to experience the ghoulish goings on after dark at Halloween in the museum. Supper included. Ages 5-9. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. worthingmuseum.co.uk

Earth and Beyond – Twilight Special, The Observatory Science Centre, BN27 1RN 2–8pm. Find out about our own dynamic Earth then take a look at the fascinating night sky through a giant telescope. Carry out

Halloween Fun and Evening Trail, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT

Halloween Party, Horsham Town Centre, RH12 10am -4pm. Go along and enjoy a spooky Halloween party in Horsham Town Centre. For more information visit www.horshamtimewellspent. co.uk

Your family diary for October and November

October Halloween Weekend, Michelham Priory, Halisham, BN27 3QS

10.30–4pm. Go along for some traditional entertainment to include Punch and Judy, crafts, trails and heaps of scary Halloween fun with Crazee Hazzee. Plus a Family Ghost Hunt. For more information and to book visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Beachy Head Marathon, Bedes School, Eastbourne, BN20 7XL

9am. One of the biggest off-road marathons in the UK returns for its 16th year. Go along and cheer them on. For more information visit www. beachyheadmarathon.co.uk

Rox Halloween, Hotham Park, Bognor Regis, PO21 1HW 1–7pm. Go along the annual Rox Halloween extravaganza in Hotham Park. Get dressed up and enjoy the live music and spooky entertainment and array of crafts and stalls. For more information visit www. bognorregis.gov.uk

Wacky Wizards and Witches, Millbrook Garden Centre, Crowborough, TN6 3RJ

2pm. Have fun with a Family Pumpkin Workshop, watch a carving demo before carving your own pumpkin to take home. Ages 3-8. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.millbrookgc.co.uk

Living Lines, Towner, Eastbourne, BN21 4JJ

11am–4pm. As part of the international Big Draw Festival create animations inspired by the exhibition. From flipbooks to digital drawings, join artist Jane Fox and take your imagination to new levels during this free Half Term event. For more information visit www. townereastbourne.org.uk

Museums at Night, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR 2–6pm. Children can experience life in the museum as darkness falls. Activities will include make a dancing skeleton, get a fake wound and follow the mysterious footprints and explore the Roman remains by torch light. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Sat 28 – Sun 29 Oct

Crone’s Corner, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA The Crones’ will be back at the castle this weekend. Go and listen to their tales of magic and mayhem but be wary of their unconventional cooking. Normal admission applies. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org/bodiam

Halloween Family Fun, Parham House & Gardens, RH20 4HS

10.30am-5pm. Complete a spooky trail around the Pleasure Grounds. Meet lots of exotic creatures including spooky spiders and snakes with Reptylers and experience live owls and a falconry display with Hawking About and more. For more information and to book visit www. parhaminsussex.co.uk

Halloween Spectacular, The Observatory Science Centre, Hailsham, BN27 1RN Join us for a weekend of fabulously fun and spooky activities including Screaming Bats, Pumpkin Lanterns, Dancing Bones and Spooky Colouring. A drop-in activities throughout the weekend during specific times of the day. Charges apply. For more information visit www.the-observatory.org

Winter Tours, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA

11am–4pm. This winter there will be timed entry tickets and guided tours throughout the day to give visitors the opportunity to learn more about the castle at this quieter time of year. Normal admission charge applies. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiam-castle

Halloween Weekend, Michelham Priory, Hailsham BN27 3QS

10.30am-4pm. Enjoy traditional entertainment with Punch & Judy, spooky drama sessions, crafts and all sorts of Halloween fun. Experience extra-specially-spooky food served in the café all day too. For more information visit www.sussexpast. co.uk/events

Horsham Fireworks Nights, Horsham Sports Club, RH12 1TE 7.30pm. Gates open 4.30pm. there will be fairground rides, food stalls, including Gourmet Burgers, Hog Roast, Pizza, Fish and Chips, Thai, Steak, Curry, Hot Dogs, Pick n Mix, and more, plus a large Beer Tent and an Inside Bar. For more information and to book visit www. horshamsportsclub.com

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Halloween Horrors, Herstmonceux Castle, Halisham, BN27 1RN

10am–4pm. Go in costume for the chance to win Best Dressed Ghost or Best Spook-tacular Family. Activities include decorate a cookie, spelling trail, decaying corpse game, castle tours, wizard storytelling and, so much more. Charges apply. For more information visit www. herstmonceux-castle.com

Fireworks at Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower, Portsmouth, PO1 3LJ

5-11pm. The event starts at 5pm and the fireworks start at 7pm. There will be so much to see and do, including a fire performer, bonfire, fairground, food and drink stalls, a bouncy castle, and face painters. For more information and to book tickets visit www.historicdockyard.co.uk

Three Ribbons, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, Hove, BN3 4AB

3pm and 4pm. A tale of ritual, revenge and redemption, with storytelling, table top and shadow puppetry and ageless magic. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/ hove

Myminidisco Halloween Special: Candy Rave, Komedia, Brighton BN1 1UN

2-4.30pm. Myminidisco returns for the seventh year, with DJ Justin Rushmore, free glow sticks, face painting, hula hooping and more. For more information and to book visit www.komedia.co.uk

November Thurs 2 Nov

Fireworks Night, Eastbrook Primary Academy, Southwick, BN42 4NF

5.30pm. Go along for a spectacular grand fireworks display. There will be a bar, refreshments, wine, chocolate tombola and much more. For more information and to book call 01273 874 050.

Fri 3 – Fri 24 Nov

Mr Booth’s Mini-Museum Explorers, Booth Museum of Natural History, Brighton, BN1 5AA (Every Friday) 10–11.30am. Mini Museum Explorer sessions include art activities, a museum expedition, a story and handling some museum objects. Ages 2-5. For more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/booth

Fontwell Park, Fontwell, BN18 0SX Go along for a spectacular night of colourful fireworks set to musical classic by Disney. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.fontwellpark.co.uk

Battel Bonfire Night, from Battle High Street to Abbey Green, TN33 A full day of activities including a children’s fancy dress procession and contest, followed by the procession at 7.45pm, lighting of the bonfire at 9pm and the fireworks display at 9.30pm. The events will start at 10am and continue until 10pm. For more information visit www.battelbonfire. co.uk

Lewes Bonfire Night Celebrations, Various Locations in Lewes Starting at around 5pm, through the night, there are more than 30 processions. Each procession has their own traditions, costumes, bonfires, fireworks and fire displays. Ran by various bonfire societies the evening is a friendly competition they spend the year preparing for. For more information visit www. lewesbonfirecelebrations.com

Lindfield Bonfire Celebrations, Haywards Heath, RH16 The event starts at 2pm with a Guy building competition, there are various other events throughout the day, including a fancy dress competition, before the torchlight procession at 7.30pm. The firework display starts at 8.30pm. For more information visit www. lindfieldbonfiresociety.co.uk

Fireworks Night, Lingfield Park Resort, RH7 6PQ 5pm. Be dazzled by a shower of colours, sparkle and music. With funfair rides, sideshows, stalls and delicious food, there’s something for everyone to make their Bonfire Night great! For more information and to book tickets visit www.lingfieldpark. co.uk

Wadhurst Bonfire and Fireworks Display, Stone Cross Farm, TN6 3SD The gates open at 5.30pm, the bonfire is lit at 6.30pm and fireworks start at 7.30pm. There will be a bar, BBQ and refreshments available. For more information and to book tickets visit www.wadhurstwarriors. co.uk

Family Firework Spectacular, Hove, BN3 7BQ

Go along to the award winning fireworks display on Nevill Road opposite the Greyhound Stadium. The gates open at 5pm and the display starts at 7pm. For more information and to book tickets visit www.familyfireworks.co.uk

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November Sat 4 – Sat 25 Nov Arty Crafty Club, Hove Museum, BN3 4AH

(Every Saturday) 2–4 pm. Clay work, plaster casting, painting on canvas, animation and so much more! If you love art you’ll love these workshops which give you the chance to add to your skills and show your talent. Ages 8–12. For more information and to book visit www.brightonmuseums. org.uk/hove

Sun 5 Nov

Bonhams London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, Various Locations At 6am, 400 Veteran cars will congregate in Hyde Park ready to start the 60 mile journey. The first cars can arrive in Crawley High Street at the halfway checkpoint at approximately 9.30am with the last car passing through at approximately 1.45pm. The event officially closes at 4.30pm. For more information visit www.veterancarrun.com

Brighton Lions Firework Display, Brighton Racecourse, BN2 9XZ Gates open at 6pm and the fireworks display starts at 7.30pm, lasting approximately 45 minutes. Dubbed as one of the best fireworks displays within the county, this is an ideal opportunity for you and your family to enjoy a great night out. For more information and to book tickets visit www.brighton-racecourse.co.uk

Sussex’s Fireworks Nights, Hove, BN3 3AN The gates open at 6pm to allow you to take advantage of the catering and pre-entertainment available around Sussex County Cricket Club’s County Ground. The main show starts at 7.30pm. For more information and to book tickets visit www.countygroundsussex.co.uk/ sussex-cricket-fireworks

Look-Think-Make, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, TN40 1DP 2–4pm. Go along and look at artwork, think about the ideas behind them to inspire you to make your own creations. Charges apply. For more information visit www.dlwp. com

Explosion! Newhaven Fort, BN9 9DS

Join the Fort team and our friends from Art Techniques to create some explosive works of art! There will be fun drop-in art activities throughout the day. Normal Fort charges apply. For more information visit www. newhavenfort.org.uk

Mon 6 – Mon 27 Nov

Basement and Tunnel Tours, Royal Pavilion and Museums, Brighton, BN1 1EE (Every Mon) 11am–12noon. Join us for a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the basement and tunnel of the Royal Pavilion and discover more about life below stairs for the servants, from the rat catcher to George’s principal private secretary. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/ royalpavilion

Thurs 9 Nov

Hastings Storytelling Festival – Lauren Child, White Rock Theatre, TN34 1JX

5pm. Meet the new Children’s Laureate, Lauren Child as she talks about her best loved characters. You’ll find out about how she creates her books and why ‘staring into space’ can be such an inspiration. There’ll be time for questions too. For more information and to book visit www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk

Fri 10 Nov

Ashington Fireworks Extravaganza, Ashington CofE First School, RH20 3PG

5.30pm. Go along for a fun evening to see a colourful firework display. There will be a bbq, tombola, raffle and stalls. Tickets in advance from the school. For more information contact 01903 892 365 or email office@ ashington.w-susses.sch.uk

Sat 11 Nov

Chailey Bonfire Night, various locations in Chailey

5-9pm. Head to Chailey to enjoy processions and fireworks displays. A family event, the celebrations are always themed for the children so bonfire night can be enjoyed in a fun, safe way. For more information visit www.chaileybonfire.co.uk

The Moon: Our Nearest Neighbour, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 9SD

3.30pm. Learn about the phases of the moon how it raises the ocean tides how it regulates Earth’s climate, and how it is slowly making our day longer. Ages 6+. Charges apply. To book and for more information visit www.southdowns.org.uk

9 Oct - 19 Nov ‘17

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Bonfire Celebrations, Rye, TN31 7JH

The Fireworks are launched from the far side of where the fishing fleet moor, good vantage points include the salts, Hilders cliff, the cricket pitch and the back of the Queens pub as well as the Monckbretton bridge area. For more information visit www.visit1066country.com

Modelling Beasts, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ

10.15am-12.15pm. Explore Laura Ford’s courtyard beasts in this claybased workshop. Create your own small beastly head to take home. Children must be accompanied. Led by Kat Owen. Booking essential. Ages 5-8. Charges apply. For more information and to book call 01243 774 557.

Bird Watching for Families, Chichester Harbour Conservancy, PO20 7AW

Sat 11 – Sun 12 Nov

Winter Craft & Gift Fair, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS

Festive fun and tasty treats with over 100 stalls, decorations and music in this beautiful setting. Get all your Christmas shopping done in one go! A magical way to start the Christmas period. For more information visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Bentley Christmas Fair, Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum, Halland, BN8 5AF

11am–5pm. There will be quality homemade craft stalls, children activities, and Santa’s grotto. Plus there will be miniature Shetland ponies and a miniature railway. For more information visit www.bentley. org.uk

Bird Watching for Families, Chichester Harbour Conservancy, PO20 7AW

Sat 12 Nov

Remembrance Sunday, High Street War Memorial, Littlehampton, BN17 5HS

10.30am. Join in for Remembrance Sunday 2017- a day for the nation to remember and honour those who have sacrificed themselves to secure and protect our freedom. For more information contact 01903 732 063 or visit www.littlehampton.co.uk

Sing-a-Long-a-Frozen, Theatre Royal, Brighton, BN1 1SD

2pm. A full screening of Disney’s Frozen with lyrics on screen to help you sing along during the film. Introduced by a live host who will guide you through this interactive screening by showing you how to use your free prop bag. Ages 5+. For more information and to book visit www.atgtickets.com/

Tues 14 Nov

Little Wild Things, RSPB Pullborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

You will meet some of the amazing creatures that live on the nature reserve, while learning something new and getting a bit mucky. There will be a range of activities, including a story and a craft to take home. Ages 2½–5 years. For more information and to book visit www. rspb.org.uk

Sing-a-Long-a-Sound of Music, Theatre Royal, Brighton BN1 1SD 10.30am. Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music is a screening of the classic Julie Andrews film musical in glorious, full-screen Technicolor, complete with lyric subtitles so that the whole audience can sing along. For more information and to book visit www. atgtickets.com

Family Night Hike, Buchan Country Park, RH11 9HQ

6.30–8.30pm. Meet at the Countryside Centre. Join in for a one and half mile after dark walk (bring a torch), hot drinks and marshmallows around the camp fire and a torchlight procession back to the Countryside Centre. Charges apply. For more information visit www.westsussex.gov.uk

Sat 18 Nov

Bonfire Night, Robertsbridge, TN32 5DE

Don’t miss out on the fun when the procession sets off from Station Road, ending at the recreation ground where the enormous bonfire will be lit, followed by the firework spectacular. For more information visit www.visit1066country.com

Build a Wooden Beast, Ditchling Museum, BN6 8SP

11am-3pm.You will look at different wildlife found in British woodlands, (past and present). Have a go at designing your own woodland beast using natural pigments, which you will make using different timbers. Charges apply. For more information visit www.ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

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t ’ a s h N ew W Guess Who? Nature Game Cars Photomurals

Transform your child’s room with a Cars photomural. Through the large print format of the wall-murals, the Disney Cars personalities seem to be literally part of the room, giving Disney fans the chance to be close to their idols. Fans of Lightning McQueen will be able to marvel at their favourite character from the comfort of their own homes, extending the ﬁlm experience and giving children even more opportunities to enter into and play in a new, fantastical world. If your child isn’t a Cars fan, there are many other Disney designs. Prices start at £55. For more information visit www.komar.de.

Doodle and Draw on the Go

The new Doodle Now and Go Chalk Books are the perfect way for your children to keep themselves amused either while out and about or at home.The beautiful 8 page books come with a set of 4 ZeroDust™ Butterstix chalks which glide easily on most non-porous surfaces leaving no stains, no mess and no dust.The Doodle Now and Go Chalk Books are available with a choice of covers and provide an endless outlet for your child’s creativity whilst at the same time saving paper. Butterstix are also available in a pack of 12 colours with a holder and are completely safe for children. Doodle Now and Go Chalk Books are available for £24.95 from www. eatwell-uk.co.uk.

Play in a Box The newest creation from the National Theatre Bookshop means that imaginative children can now try their hand at creating, producing and acting in their own play. The Play in a Box contains 30 character cards, eight setting cards, a book full of plot twists as well as a programme and tickets. It is the perfect way to showcase budding performers’ talent and comes complete with a ‘Stagecraft Handbook’ to provide creative thespians with step-by-step instructions on everything from acting to prop design. Play in a Box is available from the National Theatre Bookshop and is priced at £12.99. For more information and to purchase your kit, visit www.nationaltheatre.org.uk.

When British wildlife teams up with a much-loved game, it can only mean one thing - a whole lot of animal excitement. Guess Who? has had a wildlife makeover by the RSPB, with a new take on the classic two-player game. It’s the flip and find guessing game you know and love, but instead of funny hats and glasses, you have to ask if the mystery character has fur or feathers to ‘Guess Who’ from a range of wildlife. Choose your animal to start playing, and then narrow down your guesses with yes or no questions such as “can you fly?” or “do you have six legs? This special edition has twenty six of our best-known British birds, mammals and insects to choose from. The RSPB Guess Who? game is suitable for ages 6+ and can be bought for £19.99 from the RSPB shop at www.rspb.org.uk.

Staccups - The Fast New Stacking Game

Take competitiveness up a level with the ultimate fast action party game, Staccups. Challenge your hand-eye coordination in a frantic race against your opponent to stack all of your cups as quickly as you possibly can. Each of the brightly coloured shot sized cups comes with a base colour and top colour. Simply stack the cups on top of each other on the stacking station by matching the base colour of your cups to the top colour of a stacked cup. Perfect for all the family, Staccups is for up to 4 players or teams and is recommended for ages 8+. Get it online or at any good high street toy store for £19.99.

The Picture Atlas

Explore the world by looking not only at borders, mountains, rivers, seas and oceans, but by discovering the natural wonders of the world, historical artefacts, amazing animals, fascinating cultures and much, much more.With stunning illustrations from the incredible Jill Calder and written by Simon Holland,The Picture Atlas is unlike anything you’ve seen before. From the freezing Arctic Circle with its powerful orca whales to the amazing Sydney Opera House and the Great Barrier Reef, learn, explore and be amazed by the wonders of the world. Bursting full of beautiful artwork, informative maps and astounding facts, take a trip around the world like you’ve never seen it before. The Picture Atlas is available online and from all good high street stores for £14.99.

The Incredible Hulk Slippers

With the much anticipated Thor: Ragnarok coming to UK cinemas on the 27 October, Disney have a great range of products to share with you. Embrace the power of the green and get your feet into a pair of Thor: Ragnarok slippers and have feet as terrifying as the Incredible Hulk whilst as the same time staying snug and warm. Get your pair from the Disney Store for £7.99. For more information go to www.disneystore.co.uk.

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More What’s On Your family diary for October and November

November Family Film Night, Fishers Farm Park, Wisborough Green, RH14 0EG You can turn up in your pyjamas/ onesies (grown-ups too!).You can buy popcorn, hot chocolate and sweeties if you want, and don’t forget to bring along your teddies too! The soft-play centre will be open late too if anyone gets ‘the fidgets’. For more information visit www. fishersfarmpark.co.uk

Skips Family Workshop Comics and Cartoons, Theatre Royal, Brighton, BN1 1SD

10.30am. Create your own cartoons and comic books with artist Rebecca Garland. Make, play and have fun together and let your imaginations run wild! Session includes a look on stage and drinks and biscuits. Ages 6-11. For more information and to book tickets visit www.atgtickets.com

Sat 18 Nov – Sun 24 Dec

Christmas at Marwell, Marwell Zoo, Hampshire, SO21 1JH Make your family’s Christmas magical and join in the festivities at Marwell Zoo as you celebrate with a few special friends. For more information and to book visit www.marwell.org. uk

Sat 18 Nov – Mon 1 Jan Winter Wonderland Illuminations, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS

Drusillas will be switching on their Winter Wonderland Illuminations all day with a light show at 4.30pm daily, synchronised to music.Young revellers can expect to see a host of magical creatures in the ice-capped kingdom, adding some extra sparkle to the festive season. For more information visit www.drusillas.co.uk

Sat 18 Nov – Tues 2 Jan Christmas at the Royal Pavilion, Royal Pavilion and Museums, Brighton, BN1 1EE

The building is transformed with festive decorations and glittering trees. Create your own Christmas photos in the magical Music Room, spot George the playful Christmas cat, and make your own decorations in our weekend drop-in activities. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/ royalpavilion

Sun 19 Nov

The Northern Lights, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP

3.30pm. Understand how eruptions on the Sun cause displays of the Northern Lights, and how these are visible from the ground as faint glows, coloured arcs or coloured rays across the night sky. Ages 6+. For tickets call 07818 297 292 or visit www.southdowns.org.uk

Fri 24 Nov

Crowborough Christmas Cracker, High Street, TN6 1DH

4-6pm. A variety of stalls, a land train operating around the town, street entertainers including stilt walkers and glow jugglers. Plus Santa’s Grotto in the Town Hall. For more information visit www.wealdendo-sussex.co.uk

Christmas Lights Switch On & Late Night Shopping, High Street, Littlehampton, BN17

5-8pm. Kick off the festive season with the annual Christmas Lights Switch on event & Late Night Shopping when the High Street will be packed with festive cheer and lots of local retailers will be staying open late so you can snap up your Christmas gifts. For more information visit www.littlehampton.co.uk

Fri 24 – Sun 26 November

Christmas Market, Weald & Downland Open Air Museum, PO18 0EU 10.30am-4pm. Find that perfect gift and enjoy a great day out at the Museum! Our bustling Christmas Market sees over 100 stands selling arts, crafts, food, unusual gifts and much more. For more information visit www.wealddown.co.uk

Sat 25 Nov

Battle Christmas Parade and Lights, High Street, TN33 0AQ 1.45pm. Father Christmas’ sleigh will be paraded down the High Street to his Grotto at Memorial Hall. There will also be refreshments, entertainment and children’s rides. At 5pm Father Christmas will switch on the Christmas lights. For more information visit www. visit1066country.com

Sat 18 Nov – Sun 14 Jan

Lego Brick Animal Trail, Arundel WWT Wetland Centre, BN18 9PB (Every weekend) Go along each weekend for a LEGO Make & Take Workshop to build a frog and friend. For more information visit www. arundelmuseum.org

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One Story, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ

Join in for our family drop-in activity in the creative studio.You’ll be creating a large scale storyboard using props, inspired by the Paula Rego drawings. Led by Claire Westwood. No need to book. Free activity. For more information visit www.pallant.org.uk

Switch on of Christmas Illuminations, Bognor Regis Town Centre

2-7pm. The switch on of the town centre Christmas Illuminations, themed to the local pantomime Aladdin. Live music, stalls, performance and of course the beautiful lights. Jointly hosted with Spirit FM. For more information visit www.bognorregis.gov.uk

How to Choose and Use Your Telescope, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP

1.30-4.30pm.Visit the Planetarium for a friendly, informative afternoon under the expert guidance of Dr John Mason, where you will find out everything you need to know about choosing and using your own telescope. For more information and to sign up visit www.southdowns. org.uk

Sat 25 – Sun 26 Nov

Bird Watching for Families, Chichester Harbour Conservancy, PO20 7AW

Sat 25 Nov – Sun 24 Dec

Christmas Circus plus Meet Santa, Squires Garden Centre, Washington RH20 3BP A magical circus show is travelling to the North Pole to perform for Santa with their amazing dancing polar bear, Boris! Plus meet Santa after the show where children will receive a present. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Santa’s Grotto, Squires Garden Centre, Crawley, RH11 8PL Go along and meet Santa in his grotto where he will be handing out presents. On the 26 Nov Santa will

make his grand arrival at 11am. For more times, information and to book visit www.squiresgardencentre.co.uk

Santa’s Sweet Factory, Paradise Park, Newhaven, BN9 0DH

(Selected dates). Visit Santa in his sweet factory and discover an enchanting land where imagination comes to life. Make your way through the magical factory and see the elves making sweets before meeting Santa himself and receiving a special gift. For more information visit www. paradisepark.co.uk

Sun 26 Nov

Zoetrope Racehorses, Pallant House and Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ 1.15–3.15pm. Be inspired by David Bomberg’s painting ‘Racehorses’ to create your own magical zoetrope using cardboard, paper and glue. Led by Zoe Scammell. Booking essential. Ages 9+. For more information and to book call 01243 774 557.

Sundae Club, Komedia, Brighton, BN1 1UN

Hubble’s Glorious Universe, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 9SD

3.30pm. Enjoy Hubble’s greatest achievements including many of its most beautiful and scientifically important pictures. Ages 6+. Charges apply. To book and for more information visit www.southdowns. org.uk

Sat 9 Dec

Rye Christmas Festival, Various Locations 11am. Go along for a fun day out. There will be a Christmas Market, Santa’s Grotto, Mother Christmas, puppet theatre, street performances, crafts, competitions and much more. For more information visit www. christmasrye.co.uk

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