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Diary Dates Tuesday 01 – Thursday 31 July
breeze up to devil’s dyke Number 77 Open Top Bus leaves from outside Brighton Train Station, every day
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Fine Art, Antiques and Collectables Auction. Contact: Julie Kelly juliek@ gorringes.co.uk, 01273 472503.
are welcome for a small charge payable at the door.
Wednesday 02 July, 19:30
Open mic night
Thursday 03 July, 20:00
Only £5 return and there’s a 2-for-1 if you show train tickets to bus driver – and up to 2 kids per adult go free on the bus. Bus passes valid too. Contact: 01273 292480, www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/breezebuses
‘the wife’ – an Outdoor Play
Tuesday 01 July
3d needle felting
Friday 04 – Sunday 06 July
feathers of hurstpierpoint summer sale
Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT
Emerson College, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, East Sussex RH18 5JX
Feathers, 155 High Street, Hurstpierpoint Come and find lots of great offers to enhance your wardrobe, yet not leaving your purse empty! Contact: 01273 834686, www.feathersofhurstpierpoint.co.uk
Tuesday 01 July
show suite now Open
Ditchling Village Green See Local Living.
Thursday 03 July, 09:30 – 12:00
Come and discover the fun of three dimensional needle felting. Less messy than welt felting and wonderfully therapeutic. Cost: £30. Contact 07967 819540. www.madeandmaking.co.uk, sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk
Hurstwood Court, Linum Lane, Five Ash Down, Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 3FH
Thursday 03 July, 20:00
Open daily - booking by appointment only. Visit the show suite of this luxury new Assisted Living development. 15 one and two bedroom apartments now available. Contact: Jane Higgins 01825 731700 or visit www.barchester.com/hurstwood
Village Hall, 18 Lewes Road, Ditchling
Wednesday 02 – Thursday 03 July, 10:00 – 17:00
fine art, antiques & collectables auction Gorringes, 15 North Street, Lewes BN7 2PD
ditchling film society : the moo man (u) Remarkable documentary about a maverick farmer called Steve Hook who runs a small family dairy farm near Hailsham in East Sussex. Beautifully and discreetly filmed, it is a peculiarly moving and emotionally satisfying portrait of a compassionate, decent man who loves his animals. Directors: Andy Heathcote, Heike Bachelier UK 2012. 97 mins. Refreshments. Free parking. Guests and temporary members
Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks Every Thursday. Whatever your talent come and show it off or just watch others. Just pop in for a fun night out - entrance is free!
social ecology and community Workshops on themes connected with social development, collaboration, community building and related areas. Starting with: Spirit of Community. Tuition £160 per workshop – 10% reduction when booking more than one workshop. Book your place now: Contact Belinda Heys at: socialecology@emerson.org.uk or visit: http://emerson.org.uk/2014-01-08-10-5027 to find out more.
Friday 04 – Saturday 26 July
baldwins summer sale 120-120a South Road, Haywards Heath Everything reduced on Household Linens, Haberdashery, Handicrafts, Knitting Wools, Curtain Rails and Poles, Dress and Furnishing Fabrics. Contact: 01444 454648, sales@baldwinsdrapers.co.uk, www. baldwinsdrapers.co.uk
Saturday 05 – Sunday 06 July, 10:00 – 17:00
bluebell railway’s sussex food festival Horsted Keynes Station
Celebrate the finest local Sussex food and drink produce at our Horsted Keynes Station for the 6th annual Festival. Trade stalls will be lining the platforms with mouthwatering produce and delights. Enjoy the freshly cooked bites in our picnic area. There is something for everyone! The Sussex Food Festival is free for travel ticket holders. Station admission tickets are priced at £4 Adults and £2 per Child. Contact: www. bluebell-railway.com/event/sussex-foodfestival or call 01825 720800.
Saturday 05 July,
st Lawrence fair Hurstpierpoint
Carnival comes to Hurstpierpoint! www.stlawrencefair.org.uk
Saturday 05 July, 09:30 – 11:30
st barnabas nearly new sale
St Barnabas Church Hall, Worth Road, Pound Hill, Crawley RH10 7EA
Sale of baby and children’s clothes, toys and equipment. Refreshments and raffle. Mini Pamper treatments available. £1 entry per adult including raffle ticket. Free entry for children. Contact: stbarnabasnearlynewsale@outlook.com for more information.
Keeping Business Local!
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Mon-Fri: 8-5.30pm Sat: 8-12pm
Unit 18, SM Tidy’s Industrial Estate, Ditchling Common Hassocks, West Sussex BN6 8SG
Tel: 01444 241455 enquiries@ditchlingmots.co.uk www.ditchlingmots.co.uk
The Family Run Garage in Lindfield ➲ Friendly Welcome ➲ Top Quality Service ➲ On Site MOT’s ➲ Realistic Prices ➲ All Makes Cared For ➲ Diagnostic and Electrical Specialists
Tel: 01444 482988 or 01444 483988
Lewes Road, Lindfield RH16 2LG www.lindfield-motors.co.uk
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Diary Dates Saturday 05 July, 09:30 – 17:30
emmie sale
Emmie, 123 High Street, Hurstpierpoint
The sale will include some Almost Famous, Amazing Women, In Wear, Codello Scarfs, Goubi, Darling, Meisie, Soma London, Nali Accessories, London Rebel and J Shoes. Contact: 01273 835147, www.emmieboutique.co.uk
Saturday 05 July, 10:30 – 15:00
metal Jewellery making – Level 2 Get Crafty, 24 The Martlets, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9NN
Make a pair of beautiful earrings from copper or sterling silver. Level 2 class (see website). Materials and refreshments supplied. Cost: ÂŁ39. Contact: 01444 236607, getcraftyonline@gmail.com, www.getcraftyonline.co.uk
The club will be open during the St Lawrence Fair and members will be there to help you. Contact: Anne Cliord 01273 842770.
scaynes hill Open gardens
This year, Micky Hart and The Hart Brakers will have been rockin’ and rollin’ for 25 years! Come on down and dance the night away to all the classics of the 50s. £3 per non-member, free to members. Contact: ckrbl@btconnect.com 01273 845829.
Mondays throughout the year. Aerobic Fitness – cardio-style workout including oor work or Upstanding Body Conditioning. (11:00-11:15 Weigh In). You can achieve your goals! Contact: Alex 01293 408338 or 07982310284.
Scaynes Hill West Sussex
Sunday 06 July, 14:00 – 17:30
Monday 07 July, 18:30 – 19:30
Open gardens in Plumpton
aerobic fitness with alex duy
The bottom end of Plumpton BN7 3AJ
Southway Junior School, Southway, Burgess Hill RH15 9SU
Saturday 05 July, 13:30 – 17:30
Eight village gardens open in aid of St Augustines School. Entry for adults ÂŁ5, children free. Tickets from the gardens or the church. Teas available at the church. Contact: Jenny Cattermole, jennycattermole@btinternet.com
Saturday 05 July, 19:30 – 21:40
brighton welsh male voice choir in concert Henfield Village Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield, West Sussex BN5 9DB
Open Garden trail with a variety of village gardens, large and small, in the pretty village of Plumpton. Opposite end of the village to last year! A map of the trail will be given to you with the ticket. All proceeds to St Peter & St James Hospice. Refreshments, Jazz Band. Admission: All gardens ÂŁ5. Per garden ÂŁ1. Children under 14 free. Contact Gill Gamble 01273 891218.
Traditional Village Fete with Flower Show, Fun Fair, Classic Cars, Fun Dog Show, Stalls, Games and much, much more. Free entry. Contact: Ann Walker, 07779 354586, anndgwalker@btinternet.com
Concert for Macmillan Nurses. Beautiful live music combined with delightful harmonies, memorable songs plus a varied programme promises a dynamic and entertaining evening to remember. ÂŁ10. Tickets available in advance from: Jasmines Florist, HenďŹ eld High Street Tel: 01273 491936, Contact: Georey James, 07775 747069, georeyjames1@gmail.com, http://www.brightonwelshmalevoicechoir. co.uk/futureconcerts.htm
Saturday 05 July, 13:00 – 17:00
Saturday 05 July, 20:30 – 23:30
hurstpierpoint bowling club
micky hart & the hart breakers
Monday 07 July, 11:00 – 12:00
South Avenue, Hurstpierpoint
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE
The Queen’s Hall, High Street, Cuckfield, West Sussex RH17 5EL
Saturday 05 July, 12:00 – 16:00
cowfold village fete
The Village Green, Bolney Road, Cowfold
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Sunday 06 July
slow roast sunday Tottington Manor, Edburton Road, Edburton West Sussex BN5 9LJ Enjoy a fun day with family and friends. 3-course lunch with a cocktail on arrival. £18.50 pp (children £7.50). Contact: Sara Lu, 01903 815757, info@tottingtonmanor. co.uk, www.tottingtonmanor.co.uk
weigh in work Out with alex duy
Ardingly Activity Centre
Mondays throughout the year. (18:30-18:45 Weigh In). Contact: Alex 01293 408338 or 07982310284.
Wednesday 09 July, 19:45 – 22:00
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Adastra Hall, 31 Keymer Road, Hassocks
‘Clematis through the seasons’ . Guest speaker Everett Leeds with an illustrated talk. Come along for an enjoyable evening. Members ÂŁ1.50, Visitors ÂŁ2.50. Refreshments included. Contact: Sylvia Hancock 01273 844544, n8a5cluv@talktalk.net
Thursday 10 July, 09:30 – 14:30
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Friday 11 July, 20:00
Thursday 10 July, 12:00 – 16:00
Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill
Unit 3 Bridge Road Industrial Estate, Haywards Heath RH16 1UA
‘The Archaeology of Fishbourne Roman Palace and Chichester’ - a talk by John Manley, a professional archaeologist who excavated at the Roman Palace. Members £1, Visitors £3 including refreshments. Contact: www.burgesshillmuseum.co.uk
hPs 8th birthday bbQ Lunch
HPS are hosting a BBQ lunch celebrating our 8th Birthday. We will also be raising money for Great Ormond Street Hospital. Free entry. Contact: Lauren Sutton 01444 419800, haywardsheath@hpsmerchant. co.uk, http://www.hpsmerchant.co.uk/ branches/haywards-heath
Friday 11 – Sunday 20 July
uckfield festival Uckfield Town
The 15th Annual Festival presents an amazing variety of events for the entire 10 days. Contact: Halina Majcher 01825 767040, h.majcher@hotmail.co.uk, www.uckfieldfestival.co.uk
Friday 11 July, 09:30 – 13:00
cuckfield crafts and market
Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield, West Sussex RH17 5EL 35+ quaint, quirky and contemporary stalls comprising of jams to jewellery, vintage homewares to Italian handbags! Refreshments available. Free admission. Contact: Beverley 01444 440274, allthingsnicecft@aol.com
burgess hill Local history society
Saturday 12 – Sunday 13 July, 14:00 – 17:00
national gardens scheme Open days Moustows Manor, High Street, Henfield, Sussex BN5 9DD For further information, please contact www.ngs.org.uk
Saturday 12 – Sunday 13 July, 10:00 – 17:00
Pyecombe village weekend 2014 Pyecombe Church, Church Hill, Pyecombe
are many wartime heroes we should remember; it is the Commonwealth Games and we are celebrating the many sporting heroes of past and present; Lewes DC is championing the Zero Heroes for recycling; and who doesn’t love a superhero? Offering a huge range of attractions for all ages including a large central arena with many displays and competitions such as tug-of-war, pantomime donkey derby and children’s races and a football match, and music by local bands; a Kennel Club licensed fun dog show; Harris’ traditional funfair, a miniature steam railway, a climbing wall; fire engine, free willow weaving, and a craft tent and many trade stands. Contact: Barbara Harty barb_harty@hotmail.com, 01444 470024.
Tea and homemade cakes available. Plant stall. Admission £1, children free. Enquiries to Show Secretary 01444 483236. www. lindfieldhorts.org.uk
Saturday 12 July, 12:30 – 15:30
Saturday 12 July, 22:00 – 0:00
Woodlands Meed School Field, Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9EY
Dolphin Leisure Centre, Pasture Hill Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1LY
woodlands meed summer fair
Flower festival, organ music, ploughman’s lunches, Songs of Praise at 6pm on Sunday. Contact: Andrew Munday, 01273 566276. Avmunday@yahoo.com
Fabulous Raffle, Beat the Keeper (Brighton & Hove Albion Coach), Tombola, Face Painting, Sensory Bus, Inflatables, Children’s Entertainer, BBQ, Beer & Pimms Tent, Cream Teas. Please come along and join in the fun!
Saturday 12 July, 10:00 – 16:30
Saturday 12 July, 14:00 – 16:45
wivelsfield village day Wivelsfield Village Hall and Recreation Ground, Eastern Road RH17 7QQ The theme this year is ‘Heroes’ , as 2014 is the 100th anniversary of WW1 and there
Lindfield horticultural society summer show
King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield
Flowers, fruit, vegetables, flower arranging, cookery, handicrafts and children’s classes.
Saturday 12 July, 19:00 – 24:00
the eight bells summer Party
The Eight Bells, Bolney RH17 5QW
Featuring The Blunter Brothers playing classic funk and soul that will have you dancing in the streets! Supported by The Meddlars and ending with a retro disco – Oh what a night! Live music starts 7.30pm. Tickets £12.50 in advance, £15 on the door. Contact 01444 881396, www.theeightbellsbolney.co.uk, www.blunterbrothers.co.uk.
haywards heath & Lindfield sleep walk Everyone is welcome on our 10K Walk and we would love you to dress up in your PJs and join us! Entry is £15, closing on Friday, 4th July. By raising sponsorship you help St Peter & St James Hospice provide vital specialist care and support, encouraging and enabling our patients to live their lives to their full potential despite their illnesses. Please complete one form per entrant (photocopies are acceptable). All entry forms must be received by 4th July. After this date you can register on the night for £25 (cash only).
amber proves more precious than gold
To arrange a FREE valuation of your Amber please call us on 0800
881 5684
www.gorringes.co.uk 15 North Street ,Lewes, BN7 2PD
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Diary Dates Sunday 13 July, 10:00 – 12:00
Pond Open day
Lingfield Nature Reserves, Entrance by the fire station in Saxbys Lane, Lingfield
Pond dipping fun for all the family. Nets and equipment provided and experts on hand to help identify mini-beasts. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is free. For further information, please contact Anne Richards (01342 870200) / Sally Cole (01342 833814) or visit www. lingfieldreserves.org.uk
Sunday 13 July, 11:00 – 16:00
country crafts
Oldland Mill, Oldlands Lane, Hassocks BN6 8ND
The Mill will be open and run if weather permits. Refreshments, Mill gifts and memorabilia will be available, together with attractions and other activities. There is no car parking available near the Mill. A free shuttle bus will be provided on this day, every 20 minutes from The Thatched Inn, Ockley Lane. Groups can also be picked up by shuttlebus from Hassocks Station by prior arrangement. Contact: info@oldlandwindmill.co.uk
Sunday 13 July, 12:00 – 17:00
the comtec challenge cup finals Sussex Polo Club, Home Farm, Wallage Village, Rowfant, West Sussex RH10 4NH Sussex Polo Club are hosting the cup finals, with all proceeds going towards the Autism Spectrum Partners charity
for equine therapy. Adults £10. Children 14 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online in advance on www. claxson.co.uk/news A limited number will be available on the day at the gates.
welcoming you – there is no charge. For more information, please contact Joanne 07711 698 279 or 01403 864419, especially if the sun isn’t shining!
Sunday 13 July, 14:00 – 18:00
steyning decorative & fine arts society
Open garden in cuckfield
Orchard House, Staplefield Road, Cuckfield See Local Living. .
Sunday 13 July, 15:00 – 17:00
woodland tales for st Peter’s church St Peter’s Church, Chailey Green, Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4DA An enjoyable afternoon of Woodland Tales, told by the Weald Storytellers, that will appeal to both young and old. Tickets £10, children under 16 Free. Includes Afternoon Tea. In aid of St Peter’s Restoration Fund. Fiona Pearl Tel: 01825 723135 email: fiona. pearl@btinternet.com orJanet Barnes Tel: 01825 722574 email: Janet.barnes42@ btinternet.com. www.stpeterschailey.org
Sunday 13 July, 15:00 – 17:00
summer sussex garden tea Party
Monday 14 July, 10:00 – 12:00
The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft Car Park, Church Street, Opposite St Andrews Church, Steyning Coffee followed by monthly lecture at 10:30 by Martin Heard: Toulouse Lautrec and Bohemian Paris. £36 annual subscription or £5 donation per visitor for maximum of two visits. Contact: Mrs Ann Blakelock, ann. blakelock@gmail.com , 01903 297553.
Monday 14 July, 20:00
Quiz night at the greyhound Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks Quiz Night is on the second Monday of every month (except Bank Holidays). Great fun for all ages, great cash prizes! Just come along, no bookings necessary.
Tuesday 15th – Thursday 31 July
Alzheimer’s Society, Trenchmore, Burnthouse Lane, Cowfold RH13 8DG
summer sale
This tea party is especially for people with dementia, their families and friends. A representative from Horsham Alzheimer’s Society will be there with information about local services. We look forward to
Willo Baby & Childswear, Old Post Office House, Cuckfield RH17 5JX Summer Sale on all Spring/Summer stock. Up to 40% off selected lines. Contact: 01444 413880, willochildrenswear@gmail.com
Tuesday 15 – Sunday 20 July, 10:00 – 18:00
Lingfield art exhibition Lingfield & Dormansland Community Centre, High Street, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6AB (Sunday until 4pm) This annual exhibition has been running for 37 years and features over 400 original paintings and sculptures from 100 artists. No charge for entry. Catalogues priced at £1. Refreshments available. Contact: Irene Hinton 01342 324929, lingfieldart@btinternet.com, www.lingfieldart.org
Tuesday 15 July, 10:00 – 16:00
fostering drop-in session Burgess Hill Library, The Martlets, Burgess Hill Interested in becoming a foster carer? Come along for a friendly, informal chat and find out more! Contact: www.westsussex.gov.uk/ fostering. 0330 222 7775.
Tuesday 15 July, 19:45 – 21:45
wolstonbury wi monthly meeting Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint Mark Kerr with a talk entitled ‘The Donkey Sanctuary’. Contact: Brenda Mack, Secretary, Wolstonbury WI, 01273 832575.
Wednesday 16 July, 10:00 – 15:00
Paintings valuation day Charleston, Firle, Lewes BN8 6LL
Registered Charity Number: 1056114
SPONSORED BY
• 10k (6.2 miles) route • Around Haywards Heath • Finisher’s Memento • Breakfast
Teams of 4 at £50 per head Package includes 18 holes of golf and 2 course dinner
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To book email info@actionfordeafness.org.uk or call 01444 415 582 Charity No. 1122579
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Bonhams paintings specialists will be in attendance at Charleston Farmhouse to offer free and confidential auction valuations on works you are considering selling at auction. By appointment. For further information or to make an appointment, please contact Jenny Bouston on 01273 220 000 or email jenny.bouston@bonhams.com
See Kate Adie, Mark Tully, Jonathan Meades, Ann Treneman, Peter Hain, Polly Toynbee, John Sweeney, Ann Widdecombe speaking. www.lewespeakersfestival.com £10-12.50 per entry. Booking line 0333 666 3366.
Wednesday 16 July, 15:00 – 17:00
haywards heath Prostate cancer support group
Haywards Heath United Services Club, Wivelsfield Road, Haywards Heath
music for everyone
A garden party with entertainment and a good variety of stalls. Entrance fee £2 to include tea and cakes. Contact: Mrs J Taplin, 01273 845276, tarkwa@btinternet.com
Fun event for all the family: Fun Dog Show, loads of stalls, refreshments, licensed bar, cakes, games, children’s entertainments, etc - all to help the animals! Free parking. £4 per car or £1 per pedestrian (includes programme). Contact: Anne Bond, info@ rspca-brighton.co.uk, 01273 554218, www.rspca-brighton.co.uk
The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill
Saturday 19 July, 19:30-23:00
National and international musician Byron Jones playing the electric organ/ keyboards. Entry £5 on door. Doors open 6pm. Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 141269, bhkeyclub33@talktalk.net
Sunday 20 July, 13:30 – 17:00
Danny House, New Way Lane, Hurstpierpoint
burgess hill in bloom: 14 Open gardens
Friday 18 July, 19:15 – 21:45
A talk by Macmillan Information and Support Centre, followed by a general discussion. Entry is free. Contact: Arthur Millard 01403 262868 a.millard44@ btinternet.com
Friday 18 July, 19:30 – 21:30
Wednesday 16 July, 19:00 – 21:00
Ian Everest, well known Sussex local historian, will give a talk and show historical film footage of ‘A Sussex Farm during the 1950’s’. All welcome. Non-members £1.50. Members £1. Contact: Joan Roberts, 01342 322648. www.eastgrinsteadsociety.org
abc – after breast cancer
Woodhatch Community Centre, Whitebeam Drive, Reigate RH2 7LS We offer support and information for anyone who is having or has had treatment for breast cancer. £3 donation. ABC contacts: Liz Darragh / Chris Turner – Breast Care Nurses 01737 768511, Ext: 6688, liz.darragh@ sash.nhs.uk / chris.turner@sash.nhs.uk
Friday 18 – Sunday 20 July, 16:45
Lewes speakers festival
The All Saints Centre, Friars Walk, Lewes
Saturday 19 July, 14:00 – 17:00
east grinstead society meeting Main Hall, East Court Mansion, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 3LT
Saturday 19 July, 09:00 – 17:30
midsummer market London Road, East Grinstead Charity and Market traders and a big French Market with fairground rides and entertainment for young and old. Contact: Simon Kerr, Town Promotions Manager, 01342 410121, tourism@eastgrintead.gov.uk
garden Party
Villa Adastra, Keymer Road, Hassocks
1940s dance
Commemorate the two World Wars and dance the night away with a live band and 1940s hit tunes. Cold buffet, pay bar. Dress: black tie or preferably 1940s costume. Tickets £25 from Susanna Kemp 01273 835460 or Ian Buckeridge 01273 831528. In aid of BLESMA The Limbless Veterans.
Sunday 20 July, 10:00 – 16:00
national cat adoption centre: summer fun day
National Cat Adoption Centre, Chelwood Gate, Haywards Heath, RH17 7DE
Charity Fun Day, free entry. Live band, beer tent, BBQ, classic cars and bikes, stalls, tours, raffle, tombola, birds of prey, games and much more! Contact: 01825 741331
Sunday 20 July, 10:30 – 16:00
rsPca Open day & dog show
Braypool Sports Field (opp RSPCA Animal Shelter), Braypool Lane, Brighton BN1 8ZH
Burgess Hill Discover and enjoy some ‘hidden gems’ – fine Burgess Hill gardens of varying sizes, styles and design. Refreshments available. Combined entrance ticket £4. Children free. www.burgesshill.gov.uk/burgess hill in bloom. cathybarnett@sky.com, 01444 244617. Proceeds to St Peter & St James Hospice and Mid Downs Radio at the PRH.
Sunday 20 July, 14:00 – 17:00
7 Open gardens in hassocks 2 Ockley Lane & 6A Woodsland Road, Hassocks Come and enjoy seven different gardens in Hassocks and Keymer, from family and cottage gardens to contemporary, modern and newly landscaped gardens. Refreshments available 6A Woodsland Road (part wheelchair accessible) and 28 Ockley Lane. Admission: £5 for 7 gardens (trail map). Plant sales. All proceeds to St Peter & St James Hospice.
Lingfield Show 2nd and 3rd August 2014
Blue Anchor Show Site, Blindley Heath RH7 6JL
Show Line 020 8295 1510 www.lingfieldsteamshow.co.uk
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Diary Dates Sunday 20 July, 14:00 – 16:00
Paws & claws Open day Coombe Downe, London Road, Sayers Common BN6 9HZ Open Day with stalls including home made cakes, books, jewellery, gifts, cards, tombola and raffle. Entertainment by Raye Du-Val and his Jazz Band. Refreshments. Contact: Rosemary Harding, 01273 846946, email: rosemary. harding@mypostoffice.co.uk, www.pawsandclaws-ars.org.uk
Sunday 20 July, 19:30
wivelsfield films: monuments men (12a)
Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG
south downs sponsored walk
Drama War Biography. Director: George Clooney. An unlikely World War II platoon (George Clooney, Matt Damon, Bill Murray) is tasked to rescue art masterpieces from Nazi thieves and return them to their owners. Refreshments and parking. Tickets £5.50 on the door, in advance from the Post Office and Village Stores or The Cock Inn, or online via the Facebook page for Wivelsfield Films or wivelsfieldfilms.wordpress.com
Stafford House, Hassocks, West Sussex
Sunday 20 July, 19:30
Sunday 20 July, 14:00
Join us in our 130th Anniversary Fun Walk and register for our newest annual event! The walk follows the beautiful route over the Jack and Jill Hill. This is just 5 miles long and is ideal for groups of friends and families. Everyone is welcome - current volunteers and supporters, their friends and families. We ask for a minimum sponsorship of £10 for adults and £2 for children under 16 and suggest that you raise as much as you can on top of this. All monies raised will help provide disadvantaged children aged 7-11 with a much needed break from their difficult lives. Sign up for an online Just Giving page at www.justgiving.com/cchfallaboutkids;
Tuesday 22 – Friday 25 July, 10:00 – 13:00
furniture Painting demonstration Claire Cork Interiors, 5b Mill Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DN Furniture Painting demonstration from start to finish. Please pop in and see how we can transform a piece of furniture. No fee. Contact: Claire Cork, 01444 244155, sales@clairecorkinteriors.co.uk, www.clairecorkinteriors.co.uk
Tuesday 22 July, 10:00 – 16:00
chinese works of art valuation day Bonhams,19 Palmeira Square, Hove BN3 2JN
See Local Living.
Bonhams Chinese Works of Art Specialist will be at the office to provide free and confidential auction valuations on items you are considering selling. By appointment. For further information or to make an appointment, please contact Jenny Bouston on 01273 220000 or jenny. bouston@bonhams.com
Monday 21 July, 10:30 – 13:00
Friday 25 – Saturday 26 July, 20:00 – 22:30
coro nuovo concert
St Wilfrid’s Church, Church Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3QH
wallis & wallis specialist toys & model auction 7-9 West Street, Lewes BN7 2NJ A specialist Auction of collectable toys and models, No. 6 of 9 held per annum. Free entry. Contact: Glenn Butler, 01273 480208, glenntoys@aol.com. www. wallis&wallis.co.uk
two 1-act Plays by stab Productions The Players Theatre, 147 High St, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9PU
Edgy and amusing dramas by STAB Productions. Proceeds to Chailey Heritage Foundation for much-needed equipment for young people with disabilities. Tickets £8. Please book via the website: www.
stabproductions.co.uk or ring 01273 936808.
Saturday 26 – Sunday 27 July, 11:00 – 17:00
macmillan coastal garden trail
30 Gardens between Brighton and Eastbourne Trail of 30 private gardens, many never opened to the public before, raising money for a new Cancer Centre in Brighton. £2 per garden or £12 for a weekend ticket and you will be able to see as many as you want! Contact: Geoff Stonebanks, 01323 899296, geoffstonebanks@gmail.com, www.macmillangardentrail.co.uk
Saturday 26 July, 09:00 – 12:30
hassocks village market National Tyres Forecourt, Keymer Road, Hassocks
A lively and bustling village market supporting local producers and craftspeople. Huge selection of fresh bread, free range meats - pork and chicken, fresh fish, traditional cheese, freerange eggs, plants, home baked cakes and much more. Music and singing, weather depending, plus Hassocks Horticultural Society and Hassocks Football Club promoting their services to the community. Contact: Mrs Sarah Lessacher, 07810 800248 or contact via Facebook “Hassocks Village Market.”
Cuckfield Crafts & Market Friday July 11th 9.30am-1pm Lively village market offering a delightful mix of stalls with something for everyone, including a huge plant stall. Tea, coffee and cakes are available.
Next Market 19th September
Contact Beverley allthingsnicecft@aol.com | 01444 440274
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Fun Run 2014 Saturday 5th July, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex For more details or to download an entry form contact: Benny Coxhill email - stlawrencefair.funrun@gmail.com tel - 07917 207 268 www.stlawrencefair.org.uk/entry-forms Online entry: http://www.runbritain.com/races?keyword=st+lawrence+fair
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Saturday 26 July, 10:30 – 16:30
Monday 28 July, 19:30
United Reform Church, Junction Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0JS
Post Graduate Medical Centre – Crawley Hospital, West Green, Crawley RH11 7DH
Patchwork & Quilting exhibition See Local Living
Saturday 26 July, 11:00 – 13:00
aerobathon
Southway Junior School, Southway, Burgess Hill RH15 9SU
Charity event to raise money for Jessica Jayde Allen, Alex Duffy’s 18 year-old niece who is in remission from cancer. The fee is £8 (pre-booked and money up front) or £10 on the day (just turn up!). For details, please contact: alex@ weighinworkout.com or 01293 408338.
Saturday 26 July, 20:30 – 23:30
the Parlophones
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodlands Road, Hassocks, West Sussex
5 piece 60s tribute band from Brighton who have played from Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club to some of the great venues in the country covering songs from Rolling Stones, The Searchers, The Animals and many more. £3 entry fee non-members. Free for members. Contact: ckrbl@btconnect.com, 01273 845829.
Sunday 27 July, 10:00 – 12:00
work Party
Lingfield Nature Reserves, The Butterfly Garden, off Vicarage Road, Lingfield
Maintenance tasks on the Nature Reserve are carried out by local volunteers. There are tasks to suit all ages and abilities so if you would like to help look after this local open space, we would love to see you. Fairtrade refreshments are provided for volunteers. For details contact Anne Richards (01342 870200) / Sally Cole (01342 833814) or visit www. lngfieldreserves.org.uk
Sunday 27 July, 10:30
mid sussex ramblers
Balcombe Railway Station car park
7-mile walk from Balcombe to Staplefield and back, via Kemps Farm - Sidnye Farm - Staplefield (picnic lunch or Victory Inn pub) - Ditton Place - Balcombe. TQ306302. Leaders: Ray and Alison. 01342 311632. No dogs please.
Sunday 27 July, 12:00 – 17:00
fulking fair
Downsview Meadow, Poynings Road, Fulking, West Sussex
Traditional summer fair. Plenty for kids to enjoy. Craft demonstrations, stalls, dog show, bar, cream teas. live music, animals, owls, pony rides, free parking. Adults £1, Children under 13 free. See our Facebook page – Fulking Fair, Fulking Village
Monday 28 July – Friday 01 August
furniture making i (beginners)
John Lloyd, Bankside Farm, Jacobs Post, Ditchling Common, East Sussex RH15 Cabinet-Making Skills for Beginners: sharpening and tuning hand tools, hand skills and techniques, setting out and principles of cabinet-making. Fee: £640. Contact: 01444 480388 or info@ johnlloydfinefurniture.co.uk
chrysaLis – crawley
We offer support and information for anyone who is having or has had treatment for breast cancer. Chrysalis contacts: Sue Gattinesi & Jan Horner – Breast Care Nurses, 01293 600300, Ext: 3238. susan.gattinesi@sash.nhs.uk / jan. horner@sash.nhs.uk
One of the best family days out in Sussex!
Tuesday 29 July, 18:00 – 19:00
make your own shamballa bracelet Get Crafty, 24 The Martlets, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9NN
Learn to make your own gorgeous Shamballa bracelet. All materials, instruction and refreshments are supplied. Perfect for complete beginners! Cost: £15. Contact: 01444 236607getcraftyonline@ gmail.com, www.getcraftyonline.co.uk
Wednesday 30 July – Saturday 02 August, 19:30
henfield theatre company: twelfth night Red Oaks Garden, Henfield
Twelfth Night is a romantic comedy with true Elizabethan laughs. Beautiful costumes, boisterous revels, haunting music and anarchic plots are played out for a sublime experience on a summer evening. The director is Rosemary Nice. Tickets £10 per head available from 14th July at Henfield Furnishings in the High Street (01273 490080). Gates open from 6pm for picnickers, and there will be a Pimms Tent for summer sippers.
Wednesday 30 July – Sunday 03 August, 09:00
the Longines royal international horse show The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead
Everything from the thrills and spills of international showjumping to the eleganceand glamour of champion showing horses and ponies. Not to mention GREAT shopping! Tickets prices start from £16 adults, £8 children. Contact: www.hickstead.co.uk, 01273 834315
Wednesday 30 July, 14:00 – 17:00
children’s safari
Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve, Maple Drive, Burgess Hill (meet on football field).
Bring a picnic and enjoy pond dipping, meadow sweeping, hedge beating, parachute games, exotic reptiles, raptors and learning bushcraft skills with your children. Free, but donations to Burgess Hill Green Circle Network welcomed. Contact: Mary Smith (Secretary of Friends of Burgess Hill Green Circle Network), 01444 242667, mary.s.smith@talktalk.net
Thursday 31 July – Sunday 03 August, 10:30 – 17:00
the sussex guild contemporary craft show
Michelham Priory, Upper Dicker,Nr Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 3QS
See the best of Sussex crafts; designer makers exhibit their work in marquees and the Elizabethan barn. Craft demonstrations too. Admission to house, gardens and show: Adult £7.80, Child (5-15) £4.20, Student/Senior £6.80, Disabled/Carer £4.20, Family £21.00 Contact: The Sussex Guild, 01273 479565, info@thesussexguild.co.uk, www.thesussexguild.co.uk
6th Sussex Food Festival Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th July 10.00am – 5.00pm Celebrate Sussex’s finest local food and drink produce at our Horsted Keynes Station. •
Trade stalls will be lining the platforms with mouth-watering produce and delights.
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Enjoy the freshly cooked bites in our picnic area. There is something for everyone!
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Bouncy Castles, Face Painting and Marco the Magician will be on hand to entertain all ages.
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Take part in a competition to win a meal on our Golden Arrow Dining Train!
Our atmospheric steam trains will be running throughout the day between Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes & East Grinstead.
Admission with a valid Bluebell travel ticket or platform ticket to Horsted Keynes Station.
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 SuSSex Living July 2014
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