Diary Dates June 2013
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Diary Dates Thursday 30 May, 19:30
Friday 31 May, 18:30-22:30
open mic night
moulin Rouge Charity evening
The Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks
Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road
Every Thursday 01273 842645 www.thegreyhoundkeymer.co.uk
Friday 31 May
Queen’s Coronation diamond Jubilee Celebrations The Redwood Centre, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Celebration with entertainment. Please support Age UK West Sussex. Call 01444 450248 for more information and prices
Friday 31 May – Saturday 1 June 10:00-17:00
Vintage Fair – Village Vintage Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton BN7 3AL Village Vintage, the award-winning vintage and country fair business created by Sussex duo Lucy Haywood and Darcy Shepherd, is gearing-up for its biggest ever event, a vintage, antique and country fair set in beautiful open countryside. Over 100 stall holders selling decorative antiques, vintage treasures and country furniture. Country Café and Real Ale Bar. £4.00 entry, under14s free, well behaved dogs welcome. For further info, contact Darcy on 07773 360631, info@village-vintage. co.uk. Find us on Facebook (VillageVintage) or Twitter @villagevintage1
Charity Fundraising Evening supporting Alzheimer’s Research UK. Moulin Rouge theme, fancy dress, bar, raffle, entertainment, ‘best dressed’ prize, canapés. A fun-filled evening for a great cause. £10.00 per ticket. Contact: Teague Hampson 07917275605.
Friday 31 May, 19:45-22:45
R J Thompson
Studio, The Hawth, Crawley
RJ Thompson is a critically acclaimed singer songwriter from the UK, best known for his stirring live shows and performances with Gabrielle Aplin, Sandi Thom and The Proclaimers. Support: Sussex-based singer/ songwriter and guitarist Edd Mann. Tickets £10 (£12 on the door) available from Box Office: 01293 553636 or www.hawth.co.uk.
Saturday 1 – Sunday 16 June, 10:30-17:00
aRTscape
Shoreham Airport Terminal Building
Free art exhibition open every day. Talented artists exhibit their work of local scenes and faraway places: William Frank Willoughby, Brian Hastings-Clough, Sheila Lea, Holly Sellors, Jo Hodder, Maureen Welfare. Contact WF Willoughby at 01903 239905, thetideisinnow@gmail.com
Saturday 1 June – Sunday 2 June, 10:30-17:00
burgess Hill open studios
All over Burgess Hill www.art-in-burgess-hill.co.uk
An exhibition and celebration of locally produced arts and crafts. Visit artists’ homes and view their work. Free admission. Leaflets with venues, map and artists’ details available at local libraries and Burgess Hill Help Point. www. facebook.com/burgesshillopenstudios or call 01444 236501.
Saturday 1 – Sunday 2 June, 14:00-17:30
nGs open Garden
Chestnut Farm, Fords Green, Nutley, Uckfield TN22 3LL
A naturalistic garden in the heart of the Ashdown Forest developed over 20 years by the current owners. 1-acre garden on a variety of levels and including lawns, large mixed borders, seasonal planting, spring-fed pond and waterfall, vegetable garden, small integral orchard, extensive bird and insect life. Look out for the topiary teddy bear!
Saturday 1 June, 10:00- 16:00
burgess Hill Town Centre Fun day Town Centre, Burgess Hill
Family entertainment, live music and free giveaways. For more details and other events, see www.cometoburgesshill.co.uk
Saturday 1 June, 10:00-16:00
mid downs Lacemakers
Redwood Activity Centre, Haywards Heath Our group meets six times a year on Saturdays to make lace and exchange ideas about technique. Speakers and suppliers are invited to the meetings. We also hold an annual lace day in June. Visitors are welcome – entry fee is £3. gillian.lobb@btinternet.com
Saturday 1 June, 13:00-17:00
pamper shopping & Craft Fair
Southway Junior School, Southway, Burgess Hill RH15 9SU
Lots of stalls including homemade crafts, jewellery, cupcakes, candles, food tasting, beauty treatments available plus lots more, all in aid of St Peter & St James Hospice. Free Admission. More information from Paula 07883 473916 or Nina 01444243105.
Saturday 1 June, 14:00-16:00
morris dancing Weekend
Ditchling Morris will be hosts to a French Dance Group, Les Polletais. This group aims to relive the past of the fishing quarter known as Le Pollet in Dieppe by telling stories through dance about its fishing history and lifestyle. Ditchling Morris and their French guests will be dancing at venues throughout Mid Sussex. www.ditchlingmorris.co.uk
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Saturday 1 June, 20:30-23:30
micky Hart & the Hartbrakers Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE Come on down and dance the night away to all the classics of the 50s. £2 non-members, free to members. Claytonkeymerbl@aol.com or 01273 845829.
Sunday 2 June, 9:00
burgess Hill bike Ride
Wednesday 5 June
dressmaking from patterns Made by Me, Semley Road, Hassocks
Wednesday 5th June and two weeks thereafter. Learn how to read and use shop-bought patterns with confidence. £80 for three sessions. For information and to book visit www.madeandmaking.co.uk
Wednesday 5 June, 19:00
pudding night – sumptuous summer Martlets Hall, Burgess Hill
Friday 7 June, 19:30
a night of Variety Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks
In aid of Crohn’s Disease Research – an evening of song, dance, fun, magic and audience singalongs with Friends and Neighbours, including an audience competition for the best hat or crown decorated in red, white and blue to help us celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s coronation. Advance tickets at £4 each (£2 child), to include refreshments, from Pavilion Electrics, Hassocks, or call 01273 845291.
Sunday 2 June, 10:00-12:00
Eat your way through a delectable delight of summer puddings. David Allen will once again host this fun, interesting and thought-provoking talk about the very best of summer puddings, why we love them so and the history that surrounds them. Tickets from 01444 242888 or online at www.freedom-leisure.co.uk
Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve, Burgess Hill
Wednesday 5 June, 19:45
Hassocks Flower Club
Illustrated talk: ‘A field trip to the Eifel region of Germany’ by Dr Trevor Devon, chairman of SMLS. Free to members and interested public. Contact 01444 483041. www.smls.org.uk.
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks
Friday 7 June, 20:00
Choice of 10, 20 or 40-mile routes. Entry: Adults £10; Children (accompanied 10-15 years) £5. Registration starts from 7.30am. Free event T-shirt for advance bookers. For details see www.burgesshillbikeride.co.uk or call 07855 327234.
pond dipping
Meet at Burgess Hill FC car park. Discover hidden minibeasts below the water. All ages welcome. Contact Mary Smith (Friends of Burgess Hill Green Circle Network) on 01444 242667, Mary.s.smith@ talktalk.net
Sunday 2 June, 14:00-17:00
Go With the Flow – Jean Plaskett. £2/5.50. Contact Jean Piper on 01273 401026.
Thursday 6 – Wednesday 19 June, 10:00-19:00
oldland mill open afternoon
east Grinstead annual art show
Mill Lane, Keymer, West Sussex
The Greenstede Gallery, Chequer Mead Theatre, East Grinstead
Come and see the 18th-century postmill, restored to full working order by a dedicated team of local volunteers. www.oldlandwindmill.co.uk
Sunday 2 June, 14:00-17:00
Charity open Garden
Forest Ridge, Paddockhurst Lane, Balcombe
This is our 30th Anniversary Show and we are delighted the Town Mayor will be opening the show. Free admission. Free car parking after 6pm. Meet the artists and perhaps join the Club. Further information: Jean Mendez 01342 315225 or email jadewood@btinternet.com.
A chance to see the oldest cedar tree in Sussex. Entrance is £4 and refreshments will be served. More info: Rosie Wiltshire 01444 811890. Raising money for St Catherine’s Hospice. www.stch.org.uk
Thursday 6 June – Saturday 8 June
Sunday 2 June, 19:00
Visit Frontline security, the security and automation specialist, at the South of England Show. More details on 01444 248292. www.frontline-auto.com
Taste of the Town
Martlets Hall, Burgess Hill
Special taster session of fairtrade wine and Sussex cheeses. An expert will guide you through the wine tasting, with a number of classy fairtrade red and white wines. Just sit back and enjoy some music whilst drinking a glass of wine (at an extra charge). A lovely way to spend an early summer evening. Tickets 01444 242888. www.freedom-leisure.co.uk
Monday 3 June
Taster day
Tavistock and Summerhill School, Summerhill Lane, Lindfield, RH16 1RP
For further information or to book a place at one of our open events please contact Deborah Charrington: 01444 450256 admissions@tavistockandsummerhill.co.uk
Tuesday 4 June, 19:45
burgess Hill Horticultural society Cyprus Hall, Burgess Hill
Illustrated talk with Jack Dunckley from Birchfield Nursery, Henfield. Jack is an award-winning garden designer, who won a silver-gilt medal at the 2012 Hampton Court show. He exhibited for the first time at this year’s prestigious Chelsea Flower Show. Members free. Visitors £1. Contact 01444 232769, bhhs@talktalk.net
Frontline automation at The south of england show Ardingly RH17 6TL
Thursday 6 – Saturday 8 June
Friday 7 June, 19:30
sussex mineral and Lapidary society Redwood Centre, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath
adrian Cox Quartet
Martlets Hall, Burgess Hill
Adrian (clarinet/sax) was born and raised in Burgess Hill and has been working as a professional musician for over 15 years. Adrian has now put his own quartet together with three of the UK’s leading jazz musicians: Nils Solberg ( guitar), George Trebar (double bass) and Mez Clough (drums). Tickets from www.freedom-leisure.co.uk
Friday 7 June, 20:30
Wilbury Jam
The Sportsman, Goddards Green, Nr Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9LQ
Sit back and enjoy beautifully arranged ballads, popular songs from iconic acts such as The Beatles, Eva Cassidy, Cat Stevens, and Simon & Garfunkel. Entry is FREE. www.wilburyjam.com
Saturday 8 June – Sunday 9 June, 10:30-17:00
burgess Hill open studios For details, see 1-2 June.
Wright Works at The south of england show
Saturday 8 June, 11:00-13:00
Cottage Industry Association Marquee, South of England Show, Ardingly RH17 6TL
Studio, The Hawth, Crawley
Come and see our large range of silver, yarn and fabric keepsake products. All prints can be taken at the show and we specialise in putting children and pets at ease! Get your orders in for Fathers Day. www.seas.org.uk for details. Emily Wright, Wright Works, 07825 092621 Email: wrightworks@hotmail.co.uk www.wright-works.co.uk
Friday 7 June, 14:00-16:00
Hurst, Hassocks and ditchling u3a Ditchling Village Hall, Lewes Road, Ditchling, East Sussex
Talk by Dr Geoff Mead: ‘Coasting Along Sussex.’ Geoff is a geography lecturer with a special interest in urban and rural Sussex landscapes who is also involved in environmental projects as well as ‘Greeneland’, the setting for Brighton Rock. Refreshments available. £1 to members. Non members may join at the door. Contact Liza Greaves: 01273 835072, liza.greaves@btinternet.com
bin men
A story of music, movement, recycling, reusing, puppetry and fun from multi-awardwinning writer Mike Kenny. Bin men see everything we throw away – and we throw away so many things. With Don and Sam around we may just need to think again. Box Office: 01293 553636 or book online at www.hawth.co.uk
Saturday 8 – Sunday 9 June, 11:00-17:00
Hassocks artists open Houses Various Locations in Hassocks
Exhibition and sale of arts and crafts by local artists. Maps available from Ripples and other shops in Hassocks and Keymer.
Saturday 8 June, 11:00-15:00
The old Town Church Fete
Churchyard of St Peter and St Paul and Old Town, Lingfield
Loads to do for all the family, including games, competition stalls, refreshments, raffles, BBQ and bar. This year we are having a ‘Cup Cake’ competition and we’d
love as many as possible to enter a plate of their fanciful cup cakes. All proceeds of the Fete will go towards Church projects. Volunteers are always very welcome too. Please call Johnny on 01342-833416 if you want to be involved.
Saturday 8 June, 14:30-16:30
Hassocks Horticultural society
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road Hassocks
Summer Show with exhibits of flowers, floral art, fruit and vegetables, cookery, preserves, handicrafts and photography. Children’s open class: An edible necklace. Raffle, plants for sale. Refreshments. All welcome. Admission 50p.
Saturday 8 June, 19:30
The ConChord big band
Haven Centre, Crawley Down
A 1940s-themed evening of entertainment. Swing along with popular ballroom dances and jive with members of ‘Surrey Jive’ . Includes a 1940s quiz. Fancy dress optional! Admission £15, to include a fish & chip supper. Contact Frank Osborne, 01342 322646, frankosborne@btconnect.com
Sunday 9 June, 11:00-16:00
mansion market
Kidbrooke Park, Priory Road, Forest Row
Crafts and gifts, clothing, plants and organic produce in and around a beatiful 18thcentury mansion. BBQ, musicians, puppet shows, taster therapy sessions and much more. Free admission and parking.
Sunday 9 June, 13:00-17:00
Crawley down Charity open Gardens See page page 25-26 for details.
Sunday 9 June, 14:00-18:00
nspCC Village open Gardens Cuckfield Village
All all gardens will be well signposted from the centre of the village. £5 for a programme to all the gardens (accompanied under 16s free), available in advance from Wealden Stores, Whitemans Green or at any garden on the day. For details call 01444 459579 or 01444 452395.
Sunday 9 June, 14:00-17:30
open Gardens
Plumpton Village, East Sussex
Wonderful village trail of 12 gardens in the village. All 12 gardens £5 or £1 per garden. Children under 14 free. All proceeds go to St Peter & St James Hospice. For details visit www.stpeter-stjames.org.uk or pick up an Open Gardens brochure from Reception or one of our Hospice charity shops.
Sunday 9 –Sunday 23 June, 15:00-17:30
strictly Fun dancing
Little Horsted, Uckfield TN22 5ES
Trip the light fantastic to the sounds of the mighty Wurlitzer Organ. An afternoon of ballroom and popular sequence dances hosted by international organists Michael Wooldridge and Chris Stanbury. Tickets £5 per person, free parking. Contact Reception on 01825 880088 or email reception@eastsussexnational.co.uk
Sunday 9 June, 15:00
Chailey airfield memorial service The Plough, Plumpton, East Sussex BN7 3DF
In association with the Royal British Legion. For more details: 01273 890311 or visit www.theploughatplumpton.co.uk. SuSSex Living June 2013
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Diary Dates Monday 10 June - Friday 14 June
5-day Workshop
John Lloyd, Bankside Farm, Jacobs Post, Ditchling Common RH15 0SJ Finishing: Hand polishing techniques, including preparation, colouring, staining and French polishing. Contact 01444 480388 or visit www. johnlloydfinefurniture.co.uk
Monday 10 June, 10:00-12:00
steyning decorative & Fine arts society The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft Car Park, Church Street, Opp St Andrews Church, Steyning Lecture by Imogen Corrigan on The Bayeaux Tapestry. £35 annual subscription or £5 donation per visitor for maximum of 2 visits. Contact Penny Hill, mrspennyhill@ yahoo.co.uk, 01903 814390.
Monday 10 June, 19:30
Quiz night
Lewes, Brighton, Horsham and Worthing. Walking, eating out, sport, arts & music, theatre, travel. Not a dating agency, but an opportunity to make new friends doing the things you enjoy. www.thegroup.org.uk
Tuesday 11 June, 19:30
stringFever
Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath Stringfever are a little bit classical, a little bit rock ‘n’ roll, a little bit manic and a whole lot entertaining! Box office: 01444 455440. www.freedom-leisure.co.uk
Wednesday 12 June, 19:30
mid sussex Ramblers
Meet North Chailey Sportsground car park
Chailey Commons Circular Walk via Memorial Common – Townings Farm – Pound Common – North Chailey. Leader John C. Optional refreshments at the King’s Head afterwards.
Wednesday 12 June, 19:00-21:30
azari Hair & beauty’s 10th anniversary The Members Lounge, The Dolphin Centre, Haywards Heath To celebrate our 10th anniversary we’re having a special charity evening to raise money for The Greek Animal Rescue, with demonstrations from industry experts, Greek cakes/ pastries with a glass of bubbly. Also a raffle with fantastic prizes including Cryo-Lipolysis inch-loss treatment from Sussex Laser Lipo (worth £300!), Colour, cut & style by Azari Hair & Beauty, A day of gardening services from Godwin’s gardens and an RF facial skin tightening treatment from Sussex Laser Lipo! Contact Angela Godwin, 01444 441520, appointments@azarihair.co.uk
Wednesday 12 June, 20:00
mid sussex Franco british society Function Suite, Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath
herbaceous border, walled herb garden, ornamental grasses, ancient hollow oak, orchard and potager. ‘Green’ Priory Church and Cloisters.
Thursday 13 June, 19:30
mr blue sky – The eLo experience The Hawth, Crawley Relive the fantastic music of the Electric Light Orchestra and take a magical trip down memory lane with a 7-piece band. The ELO Experience has wowed audiences up and down the country and are winners of the National Tribute Act 2013. Box Office: 01293 553636 or online www. hawth.co.uk
Friday 14 June, 09:30-13:00
Cuckfield Crafts and market The Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield 35+ quaint, contemporary and quirky stalls – jams to jewellery, vintage homewares to Italian handbags! Refreshments, free entry. Contact Beverley Smith 01444 440274, allthingsnicecft@aol.com
2nd Monday of every month. 01273 842645. www.thegreyhoundkeymer.co.uk
Wednesday 12 June, 19:45
Monday 10 June, 20:00-23:00
Hassocks Horticultural society
Soirée amicale (for members and invited guests). Following tradition, the main language of the evening is French. Contact 01444 452385, dandbstevens@ btopenworld.com
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks
Thursday 13 June, 14:00-18:00
United Servies Club, 6-8 Wivelsfield Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4EG
Town Place, Ketches Lane, Freshfield, nr Sheffield Park RH17 7NR
An eclectic mix of music from the last 50 years. All proceeds going to the British Heart Foundation. Bring the family! Earlybird tickets £4 adults £3 children from BHF
The Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks
The Group
A pub near Haywards Heath
A club for unattached men and women, aged 45+, meets in Haywards Heath,
The 90th birthday celebration of the Society, with an evening of memorabilia, history, trips and events. Buffet to follow. Admission by ticket only. Contact Jose Gargett on 01273 842666.
nGs open Garden
3 acres with over 600 roses, 150ft
Friday 14 June, 20:00
pop up disco
A fAntAstic Assortment
of stAll holders
Special Events at The Bluebell Railway
Edwardian Weekend at Bluebell Railway Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd June A visit to the Bluebell over this special weekend will rekindle memories of the “Downton Abbey” days when the Butler was the head of the house and the maids and valets went about their daily duties for the family upstairs. Horsted Keynes Station – Enjoy a summer fair with a wonderful selection of traditional stalls with games at only 20p a go! As well as listening to the Afternoon Band Concert whilst sipping on Real Ale from the beer tent. High Afternoon Tea – Enjoy a selection of sandwiches, cakes, tartlets and scones served on a traditional old-fashioned cake stand in the grand marquee at £17.00 per person. Advance booking essential. For more info call the Sales & Information Office at Sheffield Park 01825 720800 or visit the Travel Centre at the Railway Station, East Grinstead. The Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, East Sussex TN22 3QL www.bluebell-railway.com
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Friday 21st June 2013
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Cuckfield Crafts & Market Friday June 14th 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. Admission Free.
Next Market 12th July Contact Beverley allthingsnicecft@aol.com | 01444 440274 Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield
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Shop, 96 South Road, Haywards Heath, 01444 459526. Tickets on the door £5 adults, £3.50 children.
Saturday 15 – Sunday 16 June, 08:30-18:00
sussex Country Fair
Parham House & Gardens, Storrington, Nr Pulborough RH20 4HS Now in its 22nd year, the Sussex Country Fair is renowned across the South of England for showcasing its fine rural heritage, offering a unique blend of family entertainment, country sports and working vintage displays. Advanced tickets – Adult £12, Child £5 (4-16 years), Family £33 (2 adults & 3 children), Senior £11 (65+), Adult Weekend £22, Child Weekend £8, Camping Pitch £35, Camping with Electric £80. Tel: 01889 563232, email: info@countrymanfairs.co.uk
Saturday 15 June, 10:00-16:00
mid downs Lacemakers: Lace day Redwood Activity Centre, Clair Hall, Haywards Heath Visitors are welcome – entry fee is £3. Contact gillian.lobb@btinternet.com
Saturday 15 June, 14:00-17:30
nGs open Garden
Ridge House, East Street, Turners Hill RH10 4PU Large, beautifully manicured bi-coloured
Leylandii hedge, paths to unexpected vistas... www.ngs.org.uk
01342 833814 or Julie Hearn 01342 835313. www.lingfieldreserves.org.uk
Tuesday 18 June, 19:45
Saturday 15 June, 18:30-01:00
Sunday 16 June, 13:00-17:30
Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre
Royal society of st George: summer Charity ball
Hurstpierpoint secret Gardens See page 25-26 for details.
Wolstonbury Wi
‘Graphology.’ Speaker Mr David Bennett.
Sunday 16 June, 14:30-17:00
Wednesday 19 June, 10:00-16:00
Welcome Reception followed by sumptuous 3-course dinner and entertainment provided by The Band of the Royal Marines. Fantastic raffle and auction prizes. All proceeds to Armed Forces Charities. Tickets £50 pp. Contact rssg.events@gmail.com
Martlets Hall, Burgess Hill
Burgess Hill Library, The Martlets RH15 9NN
Saturday 15 June, 20:30-23:30
Monday 17 June, 19:45-21:45
Wednesday 19 June, 10:45-12:00
Contraband
east Grinstead natural History society
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE
St Barnabas Church Hall, Dunnings Road, East Grinstead
Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN
Millennium Ballroom, Copthorne Hotel, Effingham Gatwick, Copthorne RH10 3EU
The elephant bridesmaid
A magical musical about weddings and wombats and the loveliest elephant the world has ever known. Suitable for children aged 4 years and over. For details/ tickets 01444 242888 or www.freedomleisure.co.uk
5-piece band covering Kings of Leon, Duffy, The Killers and much more. £2 entry for non-members, free for members. Contact claytonkeymerbl@aol.com or 01273 845829.
Demonstration and talk: Animazing – A Variety of Live Exotic Creatures, by Steve Bridger. Visitors £4 including refreshments. Contact Lesley Berry on 01342 324955.
Sunday 16 June, 10:00-12:00
age uk: Falls awareness Week
pond open day
Lingfield Nature Reserves, Entrance by Fire Station in Saxbys Lane Event open to everyone, admission is free and equipment is provided. Accompanied children welcome. Contact Sally Cole
Tuesday 18 June, 10:00 - 16:00
Redwood Centre, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN
Events running throughout the day. Slippers for Slurps - bring in your old slippers and have a cuppa! Tel. 01444 450248.
Fostering drop-in session Come along and meet some of the West Sussex County Council (WSCC) Fostering Team and talk to those in the know, ask questions and discover more about what it takes to become a foster carer.
mid sussex decorative & Fine arts society A lecture on ‘The Hitler Emigres: Their Impact on British Artistic and Cultural Life’ by Daniel Snowman. £5 including coffee and biscuits. More info: 01444 414537 or angelafaymagness@hotmail.com
Wednesday 19 June, 13:00-14:00
mindful Hour
The Clinic at Borde Hill, Naldred Farm, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 1XR Mindful awareness of the body and a
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Diary Dates guided meditation to calm and inspire. Come and experience the benefits of mindfulness. £7. Please call Nicola to book your place on 01444 819075, nicola@nicolaprestonbell.com, www. nicolaprestonbell.com
Wednesday 19 June, 19:30
mid sussex Ramblers
Meet Hassocks Railway Station, West Side
Hassocks circular walk via Hassocks Golf Course – Clayton Wickham Farm – Hammonds Mill Farm – Friars Oak – Woodside. Leader Ann P. Optional refreshments at Hassocks Hotel (east side) after the walk.
Thursday 20 – Sunday 23 June, 09:00- 17:30
The british Jumping derby meeting The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead West Sussex RH17 5NU Gates open to spectators from 9am daily Competition in the International Arena finishes between 5.30pm - 6.30pm daily The British Jumping Derby is one of the most famous equestrian events in the world. A fabulous day out to be had, with all your friends and family. There are countless bars, children’s entertainment and hundreds of shops. A range of ticket types and prices starting from just £8.00. Call: 01273 834315 or www.hickstead.co.uk
Friday 21 June
Friday 21 June, 19:00-22:00
Semley Road, Hassocks
Imberhorne Lower School, Windmill Lane, East Grinstead, RH19 2DT
Get to know your sewing machine with made by me
Ladies Fashion show
Learn how to get the best from your sewing machine and put all that you learn into practice making a cushion or machine cover. For details and to book (£60), visit www.madeandmaking.co.uk, email sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk or call 07967 819540.
Don’t miss this fun ladies evening, refreshments available followed by a compèred fashion show in aid of Family Support Work. Tickets £5 per person, available from Marion 01342 324196 or Christine 01342 32208. Details from www.familysupportwork.org.uk
Friday 21 June, 12:00
Friday 21 June, 19:15
music for everyone
Care with Compassion Spaces are limited to 50, so please book early. Care with compassion seminar with Dr Rosie Simpson. This starts at midday with a buffet lunch. For bookings contact Patrick Gillan patrick.gillan@barchester. co.uk 01825 731706 www.barchester.com
Celebrated National and International Organist/Keyboardist Paul Carman in concert. Entry is £5 on the door. For more details: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269
Cuckfield Vintage emporium Queen’s Hall, High Street, Cuckfield
A fantastic assortment of stall holders offering vintage home and gardenware, collectables and clothing. Tearoom serving homemade cakes, teas and coffees. facebook.com/cuckfieldvintageemporium Twitter.com/darcyvintage
York Road, Victoria Business Park, Burgess Hill RH15 9TT
east Grinstead society meeting
Join Park Cameras at their annual Imaging Festival where you can share your passion for photography! Great offers on the day, bite-size seminars and product experts available. Call 01273 237070 or visit www. ParkCameras.com/Festival2013.
Main Hall, East Court Mansion, East Grinstead
Saturday 22 June, 10:00-14:00
Friday 21 June, 19:30
Ian Gledhill will speak on ‘The Story of Crystal Palace’. All welcome. Nonmembers £1.50, members £1, to include refreshments. Contact Joan Roberts 01342 322648. www.eastgrinsteadsociety.org
Friday 21 June, 11:00-16:00
Saturday 22 June, 09:00 - 17:30
park Cameras imaging Festival
The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Rd, Burgess Hill
Hurstwood View Care Home, Linum Lane, Five Ash Down, Uckfield TN22 3FH
members are exhibiting together: Sue Barnes, Angie Perrin, Lesley Robertshaw, Kate Penoyre and Sheila Marlborough. Their paintings are of varied subjects and media, from realistic to abstract, atmospheric or vibrant, with something of interest for everyone. Mon-Sat 10.30am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm. For more info: Sheila Marlborough spmarlborough@aol. com, 01444 246605. info@hopgallery.com, www.hopgallery.com
Saturday 22 June - Thursday 4 July
’paint 5’ art exhibition
Hop Gallery, Star Brewery, Castle Ditch Lane, off Fisher Street, Lewes BN7 1YJ Five established ex-Chalk Gallery
Craft, Gift & Local produce market Victory Hall, Balcombe
Local produce, cakes and jams, sausages and pork from Richards Farm, cheeses, chocolates, sweets, plants by Rapkins Nursery. Free entry and refreshments and table in aid of Balcombe Youth Club. The Victory Hall is renowned for its World War One Frescoes, well worth a visit! Contact 01444 811462.
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Saturday 22 June, 11:00-16:00
Saturday 22 June, 14:00-16:30
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Fanners, Wivelsfield Green
downlands school summer Fayre Saturday 22 June, from 12:00
Fun Family open day & midsummer motown
Cockhaise Farm, near Lindfield RH16 2QP
Church summer Fete Bring the family for a fun afternoon. There will be lots of stalls, games, a Bouncy Castle, children’s swimming, a raffle, hot dogs and cream teas. Proceeds to the upkeep of the 11th-century church.
12.00-17.00: The Family Day includes Ferret Racing; Water Zorbing; Skittle Alley; Welly Throwing; Birds of Prey; Tractor Rides; BBQ & Refreshments, including succulent Home-Made Cockhaise Farm Burgers. £5 per car, to raise funds for St Peter & St James Hospice - Just turn up and play. 19.00-23.00: Midsummer Motown – the unmissable music event of the year! Kindly supported by Dinnages and Nova Mail. Tickets just £16.50 to include a burger supper. Tickets from www.stpeterstjames.org.uk/event/midsummermotown, 01444 471598.
Saturday 22 June, 14:30-16:30
Saturday 22 June, 14:00-16:30
shakedown
a Walk in Flower meadows Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve, Burgess Hill
Meet at Football club car park at 1.50pm. Discover the wealth of wild flowers on ancient meadows. Contact: Mary Smith 01444 242667 Mary.s.smith@talktalk.net
RnLi Garden party
60 Wickham Hill, Hurstpierpoint
Tickets £3 per person (to include a cream tea), available from: Mishon Mackay, the Mint House, High St, Hurstpierpoint, Shafers, Keymer Rd, Hassocks or on the day. There will be a raffle, sales of homemade cakes and jams etc, as well as Lifeboat souvenirs. All proceeds will go to the RNLI. Please come and support us.
Saturday 22 June, 20:30-23:30
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE
4-piece band covering a unique catalogue of rock and classics from the Small Faces, The Who, Tom Petty and many more. £2 for non-members, free for members. Contact claytonkeymerbl@aol.com or 01273 845829.
Sunday 23 June, 11:00-17:00
divine empowerment midsummers day Workshop Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex
Come along and celebrate Midsummers Day and join in with four empowering Workshops: Laura Topper- You Can Heal Your Life, Carmen Vesztergom - Theta Healing, Dandy Christofi – Feng Shui, Jacqui Martin – Sacred Drumming. Special guest appearance by Garima who will serenade us with her beautiful Sitar playing throughout lunchtime. £45. Contact Laura Topper, 07980 568021, selfbelief@lauratopper.com or buy online at www.lauratopper.com
Sunday 23 June, 13:30-18:00
ansty open Gardens Ansty nr. Haywards Heath, RH17 5AS
Ansty’s gardens offer interesting contrast. Parking is in a field opposite the lane leading to Whydown Cottage, 3 Lavender Cottages, Appletree Cottage, Springfield’s, The Barn House and Little Orchard. www. ngs.org.uk
Sunday 23 June, 19:30-22:30
mid summer opera St Wilfrid’s Church, Haywards Heath, West Sussex A special evening concert of well-known opera music, featuring Sussex choir Coro Nuovo and talented local soloists led by conductor Andrew Rees. Tickets £12.50 Concessions £10.00 (including refreshments in the interval). For details and tickets please contact tickets@ coronuovo.org.uk or 07740946276
Monday 24 June – Thursday 27 June
Taster Courses Plumpton College, Plumpton, East Sussex BN7 3AE Taster courses for those in year 9, 10 and 11 at school. For more details visit www. plumpton.ac.uk or call 01273 890454.
Monday 24 June, 19:00
arthritis Care See Local Living for details.
Sunday 23 June, 14:00-17:00
Wednesday 26 June, 19:45
Jazz on the Green
ansty Garden Club June meeting
Chailey Green, East Sussex
Ansty Village Hall, Deaks Lane, RH17 5AS
Traditional Jazz Band with Church Fete & Open dog Show. Admission: FREE
Neil Miller - Secrets of Hever Castle Ring for more details: 01444 482055.
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Diary Dates Thursday 27 June, 10:30-16:00
Friday 28 June, 19:30
Granary Flowers, Heaven Farm, Furners Green Nr Danehill TN22 3RG
Franklands Village, Haywards Heath RH16 3RS
Floral demonstration
Let’s Get Quizical!
Hosted by Chrysal UK Ltd and presented by Dennis van Wonderen - Chelsea Flower Show Exhibitor and Hampton Court Gold Medal Winner. This is a full-day event with Light Lunch. Tickets £15. For details contact Kate granaryflowers@btconnect. com www.granaryflowers.com or 01825 791115.
Thursday 27 June, 16:00 - 20:00
information afternoon/evening Plumpton College, Plumpton BN7 3AE
Courses and Careers. Advice. Apprenticeships. Employer Training. For more details www.plumpton.ac.uk or tel: 01273 890454
Friday 28 June, 19:00
burgess Hill Flower Club open evening Burgess Hill School for Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill
Demonstration of flower arranging: ‘Globe Trotting’. Buy tickets from Burgess Hill Help Point or at the door. £10 to include canapés and drinks. Details from Mrs. A.M. Todd amt33gvt@btinternet.com 01444 235823.
1st Haywards Heath Scout Group are having a Quiz Night to raise money for new camping equipment. Food will be provided, please bring your own liquid refreshments and glass etc. Cost £20 per team for max. 6 people. Fab prizes to be won! Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Call Kate: 07546 943939 or email chairman@1sthaywardsheathscoutgroup. org or beaverparent@1sthaywardsheaths coutgroup.org.
Saturday 29 June 10:00-16:00
Heaven Farm summer Fete Heaven Farm, Furners Green, Nr Danehill East Sussex TN22 3RG
Gifts, craft, local food and wine, children’s fun rides, lamb BBQ, mini traction engines, wildlife trust and lots more. Stalls also available. For details contact Kate at granaryflowers@btconnect.com www. granaryflowers.com or 01825 791115.
Hand Toy and Book Stalls, Photo Booth, Crafts, Home-made Cakes, Tombolas, Bouncy Castles, Hook-a-Duck, Lucky Dip, Tattoos and more. For details: Karen@ sargentfamily.me.uk 01444 248631
Saturday 29 June, 14:00-16:15
burgess Hill Horicultural society Cyprus Hall Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill Traditional Summer Show of Flowers, Fruit & Vegetables. Plant, produce and cake stalls – everything homegrown and homemade! Refreshments and raffle. Admission 50p. Contact Flo Whitaker 01444 245509. bhhs@talktalk.net
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks
Celebrated National and International Organist/Keyboardist Tim Flint in concert. Tickets £5 from Orion Newsagents and Pavilion Electrics in Hassocks or 01273 846763/842812 or 01444 241269.
Saturday 6 July, 19:00
summer party at The eight bells The Eight Bells, The Street, Bolney
Sunday 30 June, 10:00-12:00
Work party
Lingfield Nature Reserves, meet in the Butterfly Gardens
Saturday 6 July, 19:30
For details contact Sally Cole 01342 833814, Julie Hearn 01342 835313 or Anne Richards 01342 870200 or visit www.lingfieldreserves.org.uk
Methodist Church, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath
Sunday 30 June 19:00
Quiz night for st Catherine’s Hospice
Birchwood Grove Road, Burgess Hill
Teams of 4 and £2.50 per person. Food available to purchase from 6pm. Contact Barbara on 01444 400667 for details.
BBQ, Café, Beer Tent, Pimm’s, Popcorn, Ice Cream, Fun Stalls by Year 5/6 pupils, 2nd
music for everyone
‘Mainly Madness’ supported by ‘The Crossroads Band UK’. Tickets £12.50 in advance, £15 on the door. For details please contact 01444 881396 or visit www.theeightbellsbolney.co.uk
Saturday 29 June, 11:00-14:00
birchwood Grove school summer Fayre
Friday 5 July, 19:15
The Victory Inn, Warninglid Road, Staplefield, West Sussex RH17 6EU
summer Concert
The Haywards Heath Sinfonietta under its conductor Sundari Heller will be performing works including Mozart’s Piano Concerto No 22 with Jennifer Kirk as soloist, and Schubert’s Symphony No.2. Entry is free with a retiring collection in aid of the RNLI. For more info: Thelma Manning 01342 327587 Thelma.manning@ homestall.co.uk
Drusilla Duffill Theatre School Presents
Mon 3 - Sat 8 June
SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME
The smash hit musical from the Dreamboats and Petticoats team
Wed 26 June 7.30pm
CHRIS BARBER & ACKER BILK Jazz legends with their bands Fri 28 - Sun 30 June
Wed 12 June 7.30pm
HABADEKUK
Thrilling 9-piece Danish folk band
CRAWLEY FOLK AND BEER FESTIVAL
Fri 12 July 7pm
The ELO Experience recreate the band live
Open air performance of the comic opera
THE MIKADO
Wed 17 July 7.30pm
Direct from China, a thrilling and spectacular martial arts feast
The totally unique Australian choir
Fri 21 June 6.30pm
BABE THE SHEEP-PIG
Special open-air performance
SPOOKY MEN’S CHORALE
July 6th 2.30pm, 7.30pm July 7th 2.30pm 2013
Fri 9 - Sun 11 August
DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE!
A musical song and dance spectacular
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Fri 21 June 7.30pm
SHAOLIN WARRIORS
motion
Free music and dance and over 50 ales and ciders
Thur 13 June 7.30pm
MR BLUE SKY
Dance
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