February 2016 Diary Dates

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General Antiques & Collectables Auction

Gorringes, Garden Street, Lewes NB7 1TJ Gorringes hold a weekly Monday sale located at Gorringes Garden Street Auction Rooms, Lewes. This is a wellestablished auction holding between 600 and 800 lots of antique and other furniture, ceramics, jewellery, pictures, silver and collectables. Contact: 01273 478221 clientservices@gorringes.co.uk Monday 01 & 29 February

Blood Donation Session

Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft, Steyning BN44 3XZ Give blood, save lives. Contact: 01903 812042.

Monday 01 February, 10:45-12:00

‘See Us at Work’ Open Morning

Burgess Hill Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0EG Provides prospective families and students the chance to find out more about the opportunities available at our School. Contact: Miss M. Roach Registrar 01444 241050 registrar@burgesshillgirls.com www.burgesshillgirls.com Tuesday 02 February, 09:30-12:30

Diabetes Courses

Park View Health Partnership, Sidney West Primary Care Centre, Leylands Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8HS See Local Living Tuesday 02 & 09 February

Jewellery-making Classes for Beginners

65-66 Priory Street, Lewes BN7 1HJ Learn how to make necklaces, bracelets and earrings using beads and simple wire-work techniques. £75 per person for 3 x 3 hour sessions. Contact: Natasha Caughey 07801 825 476 Natasha@auricula.co.uk www.auricula.co.uk Wednesday 03 February, 10:00-13:15

The Spire Cafe Relaunch

The Spire Cafe at St John the Evangelist Church, Lower Church Road, Burgess Hill See Local Living Wednesday 03 February, 19:15 for 19:30

Mid Sussex Philatelic Society

Oaks Hall, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0EG A display of Persia by Nigel Gooch FRPSL. Contact: Jim Etherington, 01273 471897 jespeth@hotmail.com Wednesday 03 February, 19:30

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Pub Social White Horse, Albourne Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9SP, TQ277165 0mi/0km - Easy!! Contacts: Phil 01273 835931, White Horse 01273 834717 Wednesday 03 February, 19:45

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Open Meeting

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Illustrated talk: ‘The History of Sissinghurst Castle Gardens’. Speaker: Stephen Harmer. Admission: Members free, Visitors: £1. All welcome! Contact: Flo Whitaker: 01444 245509, bhhs@talktalk.net Thursday 04 & Friday 12 February

Blood Donation Session

Martlets Hall, Civic Way, Burgess Hill RH15 9NN Give blood, save lives. Contact: 01444 242888.

Thursday 04 February, 14:30

Mid Sussex Association National Trust Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN A talk by Ian Gledhill - “Golden Vienna” Thursday 04 February, 18:00-20:00

Chailey Heritage Talk

Chailey Heritage Foundation. Haywards Heath Road, North Chailey, Lewes BN8 4EF See Local Living Thursday 04 & 18 February, doors 19:30, film 20:00

Ditchling Film Society

Ditchling Village Hall, Ditchling Film on 4th February is ‘Still Alice’.

For film on 18th February see Local Living.

Thursday 04, 11, 18 & 25 February, 20:00

Greyhound - Open Mic Night

Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT Every Thursday! Whatever your talent, come and show it off or just watch others. Pop in for a fun night out - entrance free! Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymer@yahoo. co.uk Friday 05 February, 19:00 for 19:30

Quiz Night in aid of Wivelsfield Parish Church

Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QH Teams of 6 people with catchy names.

Tickets include fish and chip supper with tea/coffee. Please bring drink & glasses. £10 per head. Contact: Lesley Wale 01444 457928 Friday 05, 12, 19 & 26 February, 19:3022:00

Radio Night and Table Top Sale

Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Come along for a chat, cuppa, use the Radio shack equipment, & sell some things. Contact: Stella Rogers, 07803 086838, newsletter@msars.org.uk, www.msars.org.uk Saturday 06 February, 21:00-23:30

Feeling Good

Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion Woodsland Road Hassocks BN6 8HE New to the club. A night with one of the best covers duo in the south

featuring songs from Human League, UB40, Soft Cell, Meatloaf & many more. Members free – Guest Fee £4.

Contact 01273 845829 ckrbl@btconnect.com

Monday 08 February, 10:00-12:00

Steyning Decorative and Fine Arts Society Monthly Lecture

The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft, Church Street, Steyning BN44 3XZ Sarah Oldridge will give an illustrated lecture on ‘The History and Work of The Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew and the Victorian flower painter Marianne North’. Annual membership £36.00. Visitors warmly welcomed (donation of £5.00).

Contact: Anne Blakelock 01903 297553.

Monday 08 February, 14:30-16:00

Adur Valley Fine Arts Society “Baron Haussmann, Napoleon III, and the Rebuilding of Paris”

Henfield Hall, Cooper’s Way, Henfield BN5 9DB Speaker - Martin Heard. Until 1850 Paris was a medieval, squalid and crime ridden city.Then Napoleon III asked designer Haussmann to produce today’s beautiful city. Guests £5.

01273 494945 www.adurvalley.org.uk Monday 08 February, 19:45

Hassocks Field Society

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH “Legendary and Ghostly Sussex”, a talk by Dr. Geoff Doel. Members £1.50, visitors £2.00. Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351.

Monday 08 February, 20:00

The Group

A pub in Burgess Hill Unattached? Aged 50+? The Group might be exactly right for you. We meet in Burgess Hill on the 2nd Monday evening of every month.

The Group is not a dating agency, but it is an opportunity to meet other single men and women. 400 members in Sussex. We also meet in Lewes, Horsham and Brighton. Walks, dinners, golf, holidays. www.thegroup.org.uk Monday 08 February, 20:00

Greyhound - Quiz Night

Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT We currently hold a monthly quiz on the second Monday of each month.

Why not pop along for this fun night and pit your wits against others.

Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymeer@ yahoo.co.uk Tuesday 09 February, 10:00-16:00

Drop in business events

Haywards Heath Library, 34 Boltro Road RH16 1BN Staff from West Sussex Libraries’ Business Information Service will be demonstrating some of the services that West Sussex County Council are able to offer to the business

community. Whether you are thinking of starting a business or are looking to expand a current business they will be there to supply the information to help you along your way. www.westsussex.gov.uk/bis

Tuesday 09-12 February, 19:00-21:00

“Alice” Drama Production

Downlands Community School, Dale Avenue, Hassocks BN6 8LP ‘Alice’ by Laura Wade. This is a contemporary version of the Lewis Carol classic. £5 per child, £7 per adult and £20 for a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children). Contact: Nicki Burston, 01273 845892 nburston@downlands.org Tuesday 09 February, 19:30

Weald Classic Vehicle Club

Weald Inn, Royal George Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9SJ We meet every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Weald Inn. Owners and enthusiasts welcome. Come and have a chat, listen to a few stories or even tell a tale or two. For further information please call Fred Bone on 01444 239853 Tuesday 09 February, 19:45

Confessions of a Gardener

Hurstpierpoint Horticultural Society Club Suite, Village Hall, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY A humorous talk by Alan Sargent, former Head Gardener at Goodwood Estate. £1 members £2 non members. Contact: Kathy Green greenhpp@tiscali.co.uk Wednesday 10 & 24 February, 14:00-16:00

East Grinstead Art Society

St Swithun’s Church Hall, St Swithun’s Close, East Grinstead RH19 3AZ On 10th Feb demonstration – John Joseph – oils. On 24th Feb workshop.

Visitors welcome £3. Contact: Wendy Vick 01342311093 wmv85@outlook.com Wednesday 10 February, 20:00-22:00

From One Weed to Another – 30 Years at Pembury House

Meet at Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN 6 8QH Our guest speakers this month will be Nick and Jane Baker, owners of Pembury House in Clayton for the last 30 years. They will give an illustrated talk outlining the development of their snowdrop, hellebore and summer planting.

Members £1.50, visitors £2.50.

Refreshments included. Contact: Sylvia Hancock, 01273 844544 n8a5cluv@talktalk.net Wednesday 10 February, 19:30

Rotary Film Night

Sullington Parish Hall, Thakeham Road, Storrington RH20 3PP ‘Far From The Madding Crowd’ Tickets £5 from ‘The Card Shop’ in Storrington. Interval with refreshments. Unsold tickets will be available for purchase on the door. If you would like help with transport or

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Wednesday 10 February, 20:00-22:00

The Mid-Sussex Franco-British Society - “Coco before Chanel”

Function Suite, Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN A film in French with English subtitles starring Audrey Tautou. L’histoire de Coco Chanel avant de devenir l’icone de la haute couture. Contact: Mrs. Barbara Stevens 01444 452385.

Thursday 11 & 25 February, 18:00

St Peter & St James Support Groups Find Out More Various See Local Living Friday 12 February

Blood Donation Session

Meridian Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT Give blood, save lives. Contact: 01342 323636.

Saturday 13-21 February

Kids For A Quid

Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station TN22 2QL Children age 3-15 years travel for £1 each on our 3rd class services. Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day. Contact: 01825 720800 www.bluebell-railway.com Saturday 13 February, 09:30-14:30

Get To Know Your Sewing Machine

Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT A beginners workshop. Come along and master tension, seams, stitches, button holes and more whilst making your own cushion. £60.

07967 819540 sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk www.madeandmaking.co.uk Saturday 13 February 11:00-16:00

Mansion Market

Kidbrooke Park, Priory Road, Forest Row Parking and admission are free to this interesting and unusual Market set in and around an atmospheric 18th century mansion. Unique, handmade crafts, gifts for your Valentine, clothing, local produce and more.

Puppet Shows, all-day Cafe.

Saturday 13 February, 10:00-12:00

Coffee Morning

St Francis Church Hall, Priory Road, Hassocks BN6 8PS Come and enjoy coffee/tea/cake and a chat and raise some money to support ‘The Lily Foundation’.

The charity supports children with Mitochondrial Disease which is a disorder of the cells causing muscular weakness, developmental delays and heart problems. We would love to see you to help raise awareness of this disease, and we will have a children’s corner!

Monday 15-17 February

Various Children’s Half Term Sewing Workshops

Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3

Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT A selection of children’s sewing workshops are running this half term including a learn together session for parent and child. £25. 07967 819540 sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk www.madeandmaking.co.uk Monday 15 February, 14:15

Mid Sussex Philatelic Society

Jubilee Room, King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH Philatelic display relating to AntiCommunism in Europe 1919-1945 by Tony Bosworth FRPSL. Contact: Jim Etherington, 01273 471897 jespeth@hotmail.com

Open Gardens 2016

Monday 15 February, 19:00-21:00

A film, ‘David Jones: Inspiration and Consolidation’ by Derek Shiel The Clore Learning Space, Ditchling Museum of Art and Carft, Lodge Hill Lane, Ditchling BN6 8SP A private viewing of Derek Shiel’s film, the third in a trilogy to coincide with Ditchling Museum’s current exhibition. The evening will end with a discussion between Derek Shiel and Ewan Clayton. Contact: friends@ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org. uk or The Cart Lodge Shop at the museum.

Tuesday 16 February, 14:30

Lindfield Preservation Society – illustrated talk

Do you, or someone you know, have a garden that you would like to open?

We’re looking for a variety of gardens, small and large, in the Mid Sussex area.

If you’re interested, please contact Carol Hughes (by 19 February), in Fundraising, on 01444 471598.

King Edward Hall, Lindfield RH16 2HH ‘Trust me, I am an engineer!’ by Douglas Wragg, who is a consultant engineer and automobile accident assessor. He has been an expert witness in a number of court cases including at the Old Bailey and will discuss some examples involving cars and other subjects.

Tuesday 16 February, 19:45

Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting

Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road BN6 9UY Coasting Along Sussex. Geoffrey Mead. Visitors welcome. Contact: Jane Biggs 01273 834421.

Wednesday 17 February, 10:15-12:00

Mid-Sussex Decorative & Fine Arts Society talk on “The Elgin Marbles”

Clair Hall, Perrymount Rd, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Talk by Dr Stephen Kersham.

The story behind the Elgin Marbles and why they are so controversial.

Visitors £7. www.mid-sussexdfas.org.uk Thursday 18 February, 19:30

Mid Sussex Association National Trust Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN A talk - “A Policeman’s Lot can be Quite an Interesting One” by Neil Sadler Friday 19 February, 14:00-16:00

Up cycling: Rag rugs or turning scraps into works of art Adastra Hall Keymer Road Hassocks BN6 8QH

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DiaryDates A talk about re-cycling rugs and scraps. Jacqueline Brewer.

Contact: 01273 841072 j.brewer420@btinternet.com

Friday 19 February, 18:00-21:45

Music for Everyone

The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Celebrated organist/keyboard player James Sargeant. Entry £5 on door.

Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269 bhkeyclub33@talktalk.net Friday 19 February, 19:30-21:30

East Grinstead Society Meeting

Main Hall, East Court Mansion, East Grinstead RH19 3LT An ‘Open Forum’ to discuss issues of interest facing East Grinstead, followed by a talk by Richard Tyler, Chief Executive of the Queen Victoria Hospital Trust. All welcome.

Non-members £3.00, Members £1.00. Including refreshments.

Contact: Joan Roberts 01342 322648 www.eastgrinsteadsociety.org Saturday 20 & 21 February, 10:00-17:00

West Hoathly Local History Archive Exhibition

The Village Hall, West Hoathly RH19 4QG 1000 photographs, 100 maps, 500 documents, artifacts, parish registers, recorded reminiscences. A Special Exhibit on The Priest House. Come and browse the collection. Bring your own historic items. Delve into your family history and meet old friends and relations. Teas, cakes and raffle.

Saturday 20 February, 10:00-12:00

Ditchling WI Marmalade Morning Ditching Village Hall, Ditchling In addition to a variety of marmalades, we will be selling jams, chutneys and other preserves. There will also be a cake stall, plant stall and a grand raffle. Coffee, tea, soft drinks and biscuits will be included in the entrance fee of £1.00 for adults, no charge for under 16yrs. Ample free parking at the rear of the hall.

Saturday 20 February, 10:30

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Clayton Circular

Clayton Recreation Ground car park near church. BN6 9PQ, TQ299140 Clayton, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, Clayton. Map 122. 5mi/8km.

Moderate. Contact: Frances 01273 842628 Saturday 20 February, 19:30

Charity Quiz Night

Ditchling Village Hall, Ditchling See Local Living Saturday 20 February, 19:45

Haywards Heath Music Society

Haywards Heath Methodist Church, Perrymount Rd, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN See Local Living Saturday 20 February, 19:45-22:00

Haywards Heath Music Society Concert

Haywards Heath Methodist Church, Perrymount Rd, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Cello virtuosi Pavlos and Sarah

Carvalho accompanied by Elena Nalimova (piano). £12, with concessions and member’s discount available. Contact: Christine Colbourne, 01444 456227 www.haywardsheathmusicsociety. org.uk

in advance from the Post Office and Village Stores or The Cock Inn, online via the Facebook page for Wivelsfield Films or wivelsfieldfilms.com

Saturday 20 February, 19:45-22:45

Gorringes, 15 North Street, Lewes BN7 2PD Fine Art, Antiques and Collectables Auction. 01273 472503 clientservices@gorringes.co.uk

Strictly Dance Magic

Croft Hall, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0EG Ballroom Valentine Dance. Optional red and white dress code. £5.00 per person on door. Includes refreshments.

Ballroom, Latin, Jive & Sequence.

Large hall, sprung floor, soft lighting, Ample on-site parking. Contact: 07767 411115, 01444 248926 strictlydancemagic@talktalk.net www.strictlydancemagic.co.uk Sunday 21 February, 10:00

Weald Classic Car Club Breakfast Chalet Cafe, Henfield Road, Cowfold RH13 8DU All welcome.

Sunday 21 February, Doors/Licenced Bar: 19:00, Film 19:30

Wivelsfield FILMS - The Lady in the Van

Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG Starring Maggie Smith, this tells the true story of the relationship between Alan Bennett and the eccentric Miss Shepherd, a woman who ‘temporarily’ parks her van in Bennett’s driveway. Tickets £6, or

Tuesday 23 February, 10:00-17:00

Interiors & Approachable Art

Wednesday 24 February

Open Morning

The Towers Covent School, Henfield Road Upper Beeding, Nr Steyning BN44 3TF For further information or to book a place please contact Anna Chambers 01903 812185 or visit www.thetowersconventschool.org/ Wednesday 24 February, 09:30-16:00

Sushi Master Class with Jethro Carr

Kingscote Estate Tithe Barn, Vowels Lane, East Grinstead RH19 4LG Jethro Carr will show you what it takes to become a sushi master, covering a wide range of sushi preparation. £165 per person. Contact: 01342 327535 info@kingscoteestate.com www.kingscoteestate.com Wednesday 24 February, 20:00-22:00

Travels in Columbia: its birds and other Wildlife by Barry Wright Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT East Grinstead RSPB local group

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Tuesday 11th February 8.00pm Clair Hall

Sunday 21st February 8.00pm Clair Hall

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Gerry Cross The Mersey

Press Start To Join is back for it’s third and biggest gaming event yet! Have a play of some classic games before trying your luck at out tournament section!

A journey down memory lane with classic Gerry and the Pacemakers hits including, “How Do You Do It”, “I Like It” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone”.

Over two hours of the very best stand up comedy at the longest running comedy club in Mid Sussex! Past acts are Alan Carr, Michael McIntyre & Sarah Millican!

Fast paced, energetic and packed with grand illusions, mind reading and close up magic, this show will leave you wondering if what you witnessed was real!

Call now 01273 835355

Do something you love and realise your dreams in 2016!

Highly skilled and trained people in demand to work across the rural sector in a range of exciting roles!

Tuesday 16th February 5.00pm Martlets Hall

Friday 26th February 7.30pm Martlets Hall

Discover more at our Information Morning.

Saturday 5th March, 9am-12.30pm.

University and Further Education. Apprenticeships.

Subsidised transport across Sussex.

Plumpton College 01273 890454 www.plumpton.ac.uk

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Contact: Mark Roberts 01342 843190.

Thursday 25 February, 19:00-22:00

AFD Fashion Show

22 Sussex Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4EA The show by JoJo Boutique accompanied by cheese, wine and a fantastic raffle with great prizes. £15.

Contact: 01444 415582 info@actionfordeafness.org.uk www.actionfordeafness.org.uk Thursday 25-27 February, 19:45-21:45, Matinee on 27 February, 14:30-16:45

Helen’s Shadow, A Play

Pelham House Hotel Theatre, St.Andrews Lane, Lewes BN7 1UW The Legend of Helen of Troy is juxtaposed with the events surrounding the excavation of the site, by Heinrich Schliemann. £16 evening, £12 matinee. All proceeds go to the Martlets Hospice. Contact: Antonia 01273 964200 antonia.shepherd@martlets.org.uk

In Aid of St Peter and St James Hospice. £10 per table (in advance) £15 on the day. Entry £1.

Refreshments available. To book a table contact Val 01273 891256.

Saturday 27 February, 09:00-13:00

Hassocks Village Market

National Tyres Forecourt, 60 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AR Produce, music and singing plus Hassocks Football Club. Contact: Sartah Lessacheer, 07810 800248 or via facebook “Hassocks Village Market” Saturday 27 February 9:30-13:00

Spring Open Morning

Burgess Hill Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0EG Provides prospective families and students the chance to find out more about the opportunities available at our School.Contact: Miss M. Roach Registrar 01444 241050 registrar@burgesshillgirls.com www.burgesshillgirls.com

Friday 26 February, 19:00

Saturday 27 February, 19:30-23:00

Blind Veterans UK, Greenways, Ovingdean, Brighton, BN2 7BS Butlers Wine Cellar take you on a taste journey highlighting 6 wines. £15 per person. Contact: Rachel Chitty 01273 391455 Rachel.chitty@blindveterans.org.uk

Hurstpierpoint Village Hall, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Live band ‘Groove Star’ playing Motown, Soul and Disco. Bar, raffle and snacks. Tickets £15 available from Vanilla, 40 High St, Hurst or from Maddy Dunckley at 17 Western Road or 07714 159370. Hosted by the Hurst Tennis club.

Charity Wine Tasting Evening

Friday 26 February, 19:30

Friends and Neighbours concert Adastra Hall in Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH See Local Living Friday 26 February, 20:00

Hurst Historical & Geographical Society - A Talk on Glyndebourne Hurstpierpoint Guide Hall, Adjacent to Trinity Road car park, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY A talk by Nick Murray on Glyndebourne. £3 for non-members.

Friday 26 February, 20:00-21:30

Balcombe History Society ‘Parliament’

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP Our speaker, Jeremy Quin MP, will give us historical anecdotes about Parliament, with colourful references to the Horsham constituency. £1 members, £3 visitors at the door, including refreshments. Contact: Julie Budgen 01444 811641 julie.budgen@btinternet.com Saturday 27th February

A Slice of Fawlty Towers

Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Rowfant, Crawley RH10 4NG Fawlty Towers - Interactive Comedy Dinner Show. £35 pp includes 3 course dinner. Marketing Department functions@rowfanthouse.co.uk 01342 714869 www.rowfanthouse.co.uk Saturday 27 February, sellers 09:00-15:00, buyers 10:00-15:00

Table Top Sale

Plumpton Village Hall, 1 Westgate, Plumpton Green BN7 3BQ

A Big Night Out!

Saturday 27 February , 21:00-23:00

One of the best family days out in Sussex!

Afternoon Tea Lounge Car 2016 Enjoy your journey travelling on board the Wealden Rambler Afternoon Tea train.

Full traditional Afternoon Tea is served on board as you steam through the beautiful Sussex Countryside. Afternoon Tea includes a choice of luxury teas, a selection of delicious sandwiches followed by mouth-watering cakes, tarts, scones, fruit bread and shortcake.

The Lounge Car runs on selected dates throughout the year including specials for Valentine's and Mother's Day. Lounge Car Gift Vouchers are also available.

Kids for a Quid

Sat 13th - Sun 21st February

Children age 3 - 15 years travel for £1 each on our third class services. Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day.

A Night with the Rat Pack

Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion Woodsland Road Hassocks BN6 8HE Solo artist Mark Wright King of the swingers will be performing hits from the Rat Pack. A great night of entertainment. Members Free – Guest £4. Contact ckrbl@btconnect.com 01273 845829.

Sunday 28 February, 12:30-15:30

Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Sussex’s Annual Celebrity Luncheon

The Birch Hotel, Lewes Road, Haywards Heath RH17 7SF To celebrate, with tenor Barry Clark, the fortieth birthday of Frederic, the Pirate King’s apprentice in The Pirates of Penzance. £24 per person.

Contact: Edwin Cowley, 01342 715709, ecowley@theiet.org www.gilbertandsullivantoday.org.uk Sunday 28 February, 14:15-16:30

Round Table Annual Party

Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN The Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath and District Round Table are hosting their annual party specifically aimed at the elderly members of our community. Music, food and dancing!

Free minibus transport if required.

Please e.mail roundtable779@mail.com or call Nick on 07739 817620.

Special offer for 2016!

Golden Arrow The Bluebell Railway's Golden Arrow Pullman dining train is the perfect setting for a special meal with friends or an intimate evening for two. With Pullman Cars Christine and Fingall the train recreates the fabulous Golden Arrow which once linked London and Paris with the style and panache which made it one of the most glamorous and famous trains in the world. On board you will enjoy fine food and wine served to the standards of yesteryear.

New for 2016 Friday lunches in the summer months.

Tel: 01825 720800 info@bluebell-railway.co.uk

The Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, East Sussex TN22 3QL www.bluebell-railway.com Twitter @bluebellrailway facebook.com/bluebellrailway Booking is essential for some services. Please see website for details and T&C's.

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