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Mid Sussex Ramblers - Tea Shop Walk Around Chailey Common
Chailey Common, Red House Car Park, Warrs Hill Road 4 miles. Short walk in and around Chailey Common, taking in Lindfield Farm, Great Noven Farm and Chailey Windmill. TQ392218. Leader: Jackie 01444 892548. Mobile on the day: 07810 785681. Tea stop (or pub) en route. Likely to be muddy. Saturday 01 Nov, 09:00-12:30
Information Morning at Plumpton College
Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Plumpton, Nr Lewes, East Sussex BN7 3AE Find out about the College courses, training, apprenticeships and business opportunities. No booking needed; informal event. Tours of specialist facilities. No entry fee for information and advice. Plumpton College: 01273 890454, www.plumpton.ac.uk Saturday 01 Nov, 13:00-16:00
Blind Veterans UK Christmas Fair
Blind Veterans UK, Greenways, Ovingdean BN2 7BS Everyone is welcome. There will be a wonderful mix of craft stalls, and Christmas goodies. Refreshments and Raffle. Free entry. Contact: Rachel Chitty 01273 391455 rachel.chitty@ blindveterans.org.uk www.blindveterans.org.uk Saturday 01 Nov, 19:30-21:30
Flute Concert with Refreshments
St Mary Magdalene Parish Church, Bolney Flautists, Angela Purll and Tristan Meares accompanied by Chris Lockyer will perform. In aid of our Organ Fund Appeal. £10 minimum donation appreciated. Contact: Susan Ayres 01444 881567 susanayres1@ gmail.com Saturday 01 Nov, 20:30-23:30
Desperate Measures
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE 6 Piece classic rock and blues band. Covering covers from the 60s to the present day. £3.00 guest fee. Free for members. ckrbl@btconnect.com 01273 845829 if you require any more information. Saturday 01 & Sunday 02 Nov, 10:00-17:00
The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show
Hurstpierpoint College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9JS Designer makers present the very best of local crafts in the Sports Hall at Hurst College. Light refreshments in the Music Room. Admission £2.00, accompanied children free. Ample free parking. Sundays 02 and 16 Nov, 10:00-14:00
Conservation Work Parties on Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve
Meet in car park off Maple Drive for 10am Can you help in simple path clearing tasks or general tidying? You may stay as long as you can. Contact: Mary
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Smith (Secretary of Friends of Burgess Hill Green Circle Network) 01444 242667 mary.s.smith@talktalk.net www.bh-green-circle.org.uk
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Burgess Hill Flower Club
National Cat Adoption Centre, Chelwood Gate RH17 7TT Fancy Dress Competition, BYO Carved Pumpkin Competition, Face Painting, Stalls, Tours of the Centre, Tombola, Raffle and Games. Free Entry Contact: 01825 741331 Tania Marsh
Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill A floral demonstration by Carolynne Meer - ‘Christmas Cheer’. Visitors are always welcome to join in the fun. Tea and Biscuits and a Raffle for the Flower Arrangements. Visitors £5 50 but with a copy of Sussex Living Magazine your first visit is free. Contact: Hazel Foster 01273 757176 hazelF31@talktalk.net
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Wednesday 05 Nov, 18:30-21:00
Age UK East Grinstead & District, Swan Mead, Queens Road, East Grinstead RH19 1BE A coach trip for people who would like to ‘shop till they drop’. Advance booking required. Cost £13.00 per person. Contact: Lana Scott or Sue Willox on 01342 327046.
King Edward Hall and The Common, Lindfield See Bonfire Night Section
Sunday 02 Nov, 10:00-16:00
NCAC Black Cat Day
A Shopping Trip to Lakeside Thurrock
Monday 03 Nov, 20:00
Minton Badminton Club
Victory Hall, Balcombe Minton Badminton Club meets every Monday evening. New members are very welcome. Why not come along for a “taster” - no obligation to join. For further details please phone 01444 400054 Tuesday 04 to Sunday 09 Nov, 10:00 to 17:00/18:00/20:00
EnviroTrend Exhibiting at Home & Garden; Spirit of Christmas
Olympia, London EnviroTrend is leading the fight against damaging plastic bags with our fashionable and affordable range of eco-friendly designer shopping bags, rucksacks and rain coats. The Spirit of Christmas Fair is the perfect place to view the products for perfect stocking fillers! Advance Adult tickets: £18.50, Advance Children; £11. Dining tickets also available. Contact: EnviroTrend UK Ltd 01342 458140 sales@envirotrend.co.uk www. envirotrend.co.uk Tuesday 04 Nov, 10:00
Mid Sussex Ramblers Small Dole Circular
Small Dole Car Park, opposite The Fox pub 6 mile walk. Oreham Manor, Edburton, Truleigh Hill, Small Dole. TQ214128. One steep ascent and descent. No Dogs Please. Please bring picnic lunch. Optional refreshments in The Fox pub at the end. Leader: Erica. Mobile on day 07885 595131 Tuesday 04 Nov, 19:30-21:30
Henfield Garden Club Talk
The Henfield Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield A talk by Sarah Carlisle – “Brighton and Hove Gardens”. Moving old fashioned labour-intensive municipal planting to newer and more naturalistic perennial planting styles. Free to members. Admission £3 for non-members. Contact: Margaret Hollingsworth 01273 493754
Lindfield Bonfire Society November 5th Celebrations
Wednesday 05 Nov, 19:45
Burgess Hill Horticultural Society - ‘Bees and Gardening’
Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX An illustrated talk by speaker, Michael Lynn. Fascinating creatures, essential to life on earth. Come and learn how to make your garden more bee-friendly next year. Members free, Visitors: £1. Contact: 01444 245509 bhhs@talktalk.net
Sunday (10:00-16:30). An art exhibition, which includes the eclectic work of inspirational 90 year old artist, Rosalie Sinclair-Smith. Rosalie is one of 29 artists featuring as part of the Attic Art Club exhibition, which was founded in a tiny attic space in 1937 by six artists who were a regular sight in the surrounding countryside in their straw hats and easels. Saturday 08 Nov, 10:00
Mid Sussex Ramblers - Clayton Windmills Circular
Jack and Jill Windmills Car Park, Mill Lane off Clayton Hill 8.5 miles. To Patcham for a pub lunch and back passing the Chattri (memorial to Indian soldiers who served in WWI) via Pyecombe and Keymer Post. TQ303134. No Dogs Please. Leader: Alison G. 01273 833794 Saturday 08 Nov, 10:30-14:30
Christmas Craft & Gift Fair
The Old School, Church Street, Cuckfield, West Sussex RH17 5JZ See Village Christmas Events Saturday 08 Nov, 14:30
Lets Dance Award Ceremony
Wednesday 05 to Saturday 08 Nov, 20:00
Keymer Church Hall, Keymer Congratulations! Everyone passed their exams this year. Please come and see them take a bow! Contact: Robin 01903 817029
Ditchling Village Hall, Ditchling See Film and Theatre Section
Saturday 08 Nov, 18:30-22:00
Thursday 06, Friday 07 and Saturday 08 Nov, 10:30-15:30
Nymans Gardens, Handcross RH17 6EB Fee: £60 which includes all materials and tea/coffee and cake. To book, please phone 01444 405250
Manor Field Primary School, Junction Road, Burgess Hill Join Wright Works at an evening of shopping and pampering. Tickets £5 or two for £8 available from Smiles and Styles, Church Road, Burgess Hill. Gail Wickens thebigindulgence@gmail.com www.facebook. com/thebigindulgence
Thursday 06 Nov, 20:00
Saturday 08 Nov, 19:30
Ditchling Players, ‘The Nightingales’ by Peter Quilter
Art Workshop with John Thompson: Clouds in the Landscape
Greyhound Inn - Open Mic Night
Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT Open Mic Night is on every Thursday. Whatever your talent, come and show it off or just watch others. Pop in for a fun night out - entrance is free! Friday 07 Nov, 09:30-13:00
Cuckfield Crafts and Market Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield RH17 5EL See Village Christmas Events Friday 07 Nov, from 20:30
“ A Cow ” are back and rocking!
The Sportsman, Goddards Green, Nr Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9LQ Live Music from this local Hurstpierpoint band. Free entrance. Contact: 01444 233460 www.thesportsmanpub.com Friday 07 to Sunday 09 Nov
Eclectic Artist Exhibition
Adastra Hall, Hassocks Friday (13:00-17:00 and 18:00-20:00) and Saturday (10:00-17:00) and
The Big Indulgence
Sussex Chorus Remembrance Concert All Saints Church, The Drive, Hove East Sussex See Local Living Section Sunday 09 Nov, 09:30
Mid Sussex Ramblers Remembrance Day Walk, Ashdown Forest
Ashdown Forest, Millbrook East Car Park (1 mile north of Nutley on east side of A22) 6 mile walk. Nutley Windmill, Airman’s Grave (15 minutes stop for Remembrance gathering of many people from Forest area), Camp Hill, River Valley woodland walk, Millbrook East. TQ438297. Leader: Tony 01444 483053 Sunday 09 Nov, 10:45
Clayton & Keymer Remembrance Service
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Lych Gate of St John the Baptist Church, Clayton See Local Living Section
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THE LEADING AUCTIONEERS IN THE SOUTH EAST 18 Minton plates £6,500
Silver Ecuelle £3,800
Amber bead necklace £15,000
Southwark Bridge from Blackfriars, 1881, £100,000
Medal group £5,000
Herbert Cribb £18,000
Teckell Football Table £3,400
George IV measures £5,000
Martinware spoon warmer £46,000
Lalique Chevaux vase £3,400
Empire clock £5,500
Sheraton table £3,000
Sir George Clausen pastel £4,000
Invitation to consign to our next Auction Auction: 3rd & 4th December 2014 Entry Deadline: 11th November 2014
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Wivelsfield FILMS - The Love Punch (12A)
Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG See Film and Theatre Section Sunday 09 Nov, 19:30-21:30
Mid-Sussex Annual Remembrance Concert
Dolphin Centre, Pasture Hill Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1LY See Local Living Section Monday 10 Nov, 19:45
Burgess Hill Horticultural Society presents ‘An Evening with Chris Beardshaw’
Martlets Hall, Burgess Hill Chris will give an illustrated talk: “If you get to know your plants, you’ll become a better gardener”. Fee: £9.00. Contact: Martlets Hall Box Office 01444 242888 www.placesforpeopleleisure.org/ centres/martlets-hall Monday 10 Nov, 20:00-23:00
The Group
A Pub in Mid Sussex A club for single men and women, aged 45+, meets in Mid Sussex, Lewes, Brighton and Horsham. Walking, eating out, sport, arts and music, theatre and travel. Not a dating agency, but an opportunity to make new friends doing the things you enjoy. Contact: www.thegroup. org.uk
Tuesday 11 Nov, 14:30
Tuesday 11 to Saturday 15 Nov, Evenings 19:30, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 14:30
Lindfield Preservation Society presents a talk on ‘Sussex Wildlife Trust’ by Nikki Hills
“Calamity Jane”
King Edward Hall, Lindfield Sussex Wildlife Trust is the leading nature conservation organisation covering East and West Sussex. This illustrated talk will give an overview of the Trust, focusing in particular on their work relating to the marine environment and its conservation. Contact: John Chapman 01444 484470 john_chapman@talk21.com All welcome - entry free. Tuesday 11 Nov, 18:30
Wednesday 12 Nov, 09:30-12:00
Free Motion Embroidery
Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT Have a creative morning learning free motion stitching; how to stabilise your work and incorporate applique. Open to adults and 13 years plus. £30. Contact: sarah@madeandmaking. co.uk 07967 819540 Wednesday 12 Nov: 19:30
First World War Poppies & Poetry Evening
Sheffield Park Gardens, Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 3QX An evening full of poetry and readings to commemorate the outbreak of the First World War. Adult tickets £15 which includes a buffet. Booking essential. Contact: 01825 790231 Tuesday 11 Nov, 19:45
Hurstpierpoint Horticultural Society - Secret Sussex Gardens
The Hawth, Hawth Avenue, Crawley RH10 6YZ See Film and Theatre Section
Charity Fashion Show in Aid of Dame Vera Trust
The New Inn, High Street, Hurstpierpoint This fashion show features Feather’s Fashions, Bespoke Footwear women’s shoes, boots and bags and men’s shoes, jewellery and accessories from Ashley & Thomas and Hair by Anna Amelia. For further information, please contact Anne 01273 834686. Wednesday 12 Nov, 19:30
Village Hall, Hurstpierpoint An illustrated talk by Lesley Chamberlain guiding us around some of the best private gardens in Sussex. Members £1, Non members £2. greenhpp@tiscali.co.uk
Lindfield Horticultural Society AGM and a talk from Dr Margaret Pilkington – A Celebration of Wild Flowers
King Edward Hall, Lindfield RH16 2HH A photographic tour of wild flowers through the seasons illustrating the
inextricable link between the flowers and pollinating insects such as butterflies and bumblebees. Contact: 01444 451363 www.lindfieldhorts.org.uk Wednesday 12 Nov, 20:00-22:00
Hassocks Horticultural Society: Annual General Meeting Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks Annual General Meeting of the Society. Contact: Sylvia Hancock. 01273 844544 n8a5cluv@talktalk.net Wednesday 12 Nov, 20:00-21:30
Balcombe History Society - ‘Memories of WWII’ Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP Roy Bliss returns to present interviews with Balcombe residents caught in the last war. Cost at the door is £1 for members and £3 for visitors, including refreshments. Thursday 13 Nov, 15:00-17:30
Haywards Heath Prostate Cancer Support Group The Dolphin Surgery, Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath Meeting to discuss Prostate Cancer Treatments, Outcomes, Side Effects, Supplements. Speaker: Consultant Oncologist Dr Fiona McKinna, Sussex Cancer Centre, Brighton. Contact: Arthur Millard 01403 262868 a.millard44@btinternet.com
Open Morning November 15th
Cuckfield Crafts & Market Friday 7th November 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 12th December
Contact Beverley allthingsnicecft@aol.com | 01444 440274 Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield, RH17 5EL
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Imberhorne School Sixth Form Open Evening
Imberhorne School, Imberhorne Lane, East Grinstead RH19 1QY Information evening about courses available at Imberhorne School Sixth Form. Visit departments and hear from staff and students at Imberhorne. Contact: Mr Chris Walsh (Head of Sixth Form) 01342 323562 cwalsh@imberhorne.co.uk
Saturday 15 Nov, 10:00-12:00
Paws & Claws Coffee Morning
Balcombe Parish Rooms, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe, West Sussex RH17 6LH Stalls selling gifts, cards, calendars, books, DVDs, bric a brac. There is also a raffle and tombola. Entrance 30p. Contact: Lyn Basset 01444 459464 Saturday 15 Nov, 10:00-15:00
Lindfield Bonfire Society Christmas Gift and Craft Fayre
Thursday 13 and Monday 20 Nov, 19:30
King Edward Hall, Lindfield See Village Christmas Event
Ditchling Village Hall, Ditchling See Film and Theatre Section
Saturday 15 Nov, 10:15-12:45
Ditchling Film Society
Friday 14 Nov, 16:30-17:30 Children’s Fancy Dress. 18:30-20:30 Adults Tap Session
BBC Children in Need Sponsored Tap Sessions
Keymer Church Hall, Keymer Everyone welcome. Contact: Robin 01903 817029 robin@letsdancehassocks.com See Local Living Section Friday 14 Nov, 20:00-22:00
Burgess Hill Local History Society - ‘Queen Victoria’s State Funeral’ Cyprus Hill, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Patrick Gallager will explain the practical problems with the first state funeral for a reigning Monarch for over 60 years. Members £1, Visitors £3 including refreshments. All welcome. Contact: paulinetm@ gmail.com Saturday 15th Nov, 09:30-16:30
Sussex Woodcraft Society Annual Show
Henfield Village Hall, Henfield,West Sussex BN5 9DB Competitions, members demonstrating their woodcraft, stalls selling work all handmade in Sussex. Refreshments, tea, coffee homemade cakes. Tombola. Free Entry. Contact: Wendy Quantrill, 01273 845977 wendy.quantrill7@gmail.com www. sussexwoodcraft.co.uk Saturday 15 Nov, 10:00-12:00
Open Morning
Tavistock and Summerhill School, Summerhill Lane, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 1RP You are warmly welcomed to a whole school Open Morning, with an opportunity to experience the school routine. Please contact the Registrar on 01444 450256 Saturday 15 Nov, 10:15
Mid Sussex Ramblers - Worth Way and Rowfant
Rofant, Worth Way Car Park, opposite Colas and Rowfant Old Station 6.9 miles. Worth Way, Horsepasture Wood, Worthlodge Forest, Worth Church, Worth Way, Old Rowfant, Rowfant House, Rowfant Station. TQ323367. 665ft ascent. Leaders: Ray & Alison 01342 311632, mobile on the day 07762 737890. Please bring a picnic lunch.
Worth School Open Days
Paddockhurst Road, Turners Hill RH10 4SD A chance to find out more about the Worth ethos, meet the Head Master, monks and teachers and see the campus with a personal student tour guide. Please call Yvonne Lorraine on 01342 710231 or visit www. worthschool.co.uk Saturday 15 Nov 10:30-15:00
Introduction to Metal Jewellery Making
Get Crafty, 24 The Martlets, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9NN Make a beautiful pendant by piercing (cutting) out copper or sterling silver. Suitable for beginners. All materials and refreshments supplied. Cost: £39. Contact: 01444 236607 getcraftyonline@gmail.com www.getcraftyonline.co.uk/metaljewellery.html Saturday 15 Nov, 19:00
Rat Pack Tribute Night
The Felbridge Hotel and Spa, London Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 2BH Enjoy our fantastic Rat Pack Tribute Band, a glass of Champagne on arrival, 3 course meal and disco until the early hours. £50 per person. Call our Events Team. 01293 337700, events@felbridgehotel.co.uk, www. felbridgehotel.co.uk Saturday 15 Nov, 19:00
60th Anniversary Rock n’ Roll Party
Sheffield Park and Garden, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 3QX Join us for a rock n’ roll party to celebrate 60 years of the National Trust at Sheffield Park and Garden with live band and buffet. Booking Essential. Adult £35 (includes buffet). Contact: 01825 790231 sheffieldpark@nationaltrust.org.uk Saturday 15 Nov, 20:30-22:30
Rapscallion
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion,Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE Local 4 piece Band with a great following. Covering covers from the 60s to the present day. Guest fee £3, members free. Contact: ckrbl@ btconnect.com 01273 845829 if you require any more information Sunday 16 Nov, 09:30-13:30
Wealden Bowls Centre Open Day Maresfield Sports Park, Batts Bridge Road, Maresfield East Sussex See Local Living Section
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21st Annual Antiques, Collectables and Fine Food Fayre
Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9UY 30 plus specialist Antiques and Collectables Dealers, dedicated Fine Food Fayre and Café. Free Parking opposite. Adults £1, accompanied children under 12 free. Contact: Ian Buckeridge, ianbckeridge@yahoo. co.uk or 07938 385470 Sunday 16 Nov, 10:15
Mid Sussex Ramblers Hurstpierpoint Circular to the West
Hurstpierpoint, Trinity Road Car Park BN6 9SJ 6 mile walk. Circular walk to the West. TQ281165. Leader: Phil 01273 835931 Sunday 16 Nov, 10:30-16:00
Totepool Southern National
Fontwell Park Racecourse, Arundel, West Sussex BN18 0SX The Totepool Southern National is the second richest race of the year at Fontwell Park and is run over 3 and a half miles. Tickets from £10 (in advance). Under 18’s go free. Contact: Fontwell Park Racecourse, 01243 543335, info@fontwellpark.co.uk , www.fontwellpark.co.uk Monday 17 Nov, 19:45-21:15
East Grinstead Natural History Society - Wallace and Darwin
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St Barnabas Church Hall, Dunnings Road East Grinstead Lecture with slides by Ray Hale. £4 for guests including refreshments. Contact: Lesley Berry 01342 324955 Tuesday 18 Nov, 10:00-16:00
Fostering Drop-In Session
Horsham Library, Lower Tanbridge Way, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1PJ 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 18 Nov, 19:45-21:45
Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint West Sussex Annual Meeting and Display of members’ Craft Work. Contact: Brenda Mack 01273 832575 Wednesday 19 Nov, 19:00-21:00
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. Fee: £3 donation. Contacts: Liz Darragh/Chris Turner - Breast Care Nurses 01737 768511 Ext. 6688 liz.darragh@sash. nhs.uk / chris.turner@sash.nhs.uk Wednesday, 19 to Saturday 22 Nov, 19:3022:00
Wivelsfield Little Theatre - “’Allo ‘Allo”
Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG See Film and Theatre Section
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Wednesday 19 to Saturday 22 Nov, 20:00 Saturday, 16:00
The Warninglid Players, “Par for the Course”
The Seaforth Hall, Cuckfield Lane, Warninglid RH17 5UB See Film and Theatre Section Thursday 20 Nov, 10:00-14:00
Jewellery Valuation Day
Bonhams, 19 Palmeira Square, Hove, East Sussex BN3 2JN Bonhams Jewellery 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 220 000 or email jenny.bouston@bonhams.com Thursday 20 Nov, 14:30
Mid Sussex Association National Trust Meeting
Clair Hall, Haywards Heath AGM and Social Event. Contact: Gail Burrell 01444 482055 Thursday 20 Nov, 18:00
Haywards Heath and District Business Association Haywards Heath Golf Club See Business to Business page
Friday 21 to Sunday 23 Nov, 11:00-17:00
MADE Brighton – The Design and Craft Fair
The Dome Corn Exchange, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE Over 100 contemporary designer makers across all media showing and selling their work to the public. £6.50, under 14s free. Contact: info@ brighton-made.co.uk www.brightonmade.co.uk Friday 21 to Sunday 23 Nov
Henfield Heber Opera
See Local Living Section Friday 21 Nov, 19:15-21:45 - Doors open at 18:00
Easy-Listening Music for Everyone
The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Chris Stanbury, International organist and entertainer. Entry £5 on the door. Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269 bhkeyclub33@talktalk.net Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 Nov
John Lloyd - Two Day Woodworking and Machinery Course
Bankside Farm, Jacobs Post, Ditchling Common, East Sussex RH15 OSJ Learn how to safely and effectively use all those scary pieces of woodworking and machinery. Contact: 01444 480388 or info@johnlloydfinefurniture.co.uk Saturday 22 Nov, 09:00-13:00
Hassocks Village Market
National Tyres Forecourt, Keymer Road, Hassocks A lively and bustling village market supporting local producers and crafts people. Huge selection of fresh bread, free range meats - pork and chicken, fresh fish, traditional cheese, free range eggs, plants, home baked cakes and much more. Music and singing
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Mid Sussex Festive Food, Drink and Gift Fair
Warden Park Academy, Broad Street, Cuckfield RH17 5DP See Village Christmas Events Saturday 22 Nov, 14:00-16:30
Monthly Charity Table Top Sale for the Alzheimer’s Society
The Haven Centre, Hophurst Lane, Crawley Down, West Sussex RH10 4LJ Please come and have a browse. Easy parking. Refreshments available, as are toilets. Contact: Mrs J Ebers 01293 404214 Saturday 22 - 23 Nov, 10:00-16:30
Christmas Fayre
Shovelstrode Lane, Ashurstwood, Sussex RH19 3PH See Village Christmas Events Saturday 22 - 23 Nov, 10:00-17:00
Chailey & Newick Painting Group Annual Art Exhibition
Chailey Village Hall, BN8 4DA (A275, next to Five Bells) New original paintings showing our year’s work, cards, demonstrations, home-made refreshments. Easy parking and disabled access. Contact: www.chaileyandnewickpaintinggroup.org.uk Saturday 22 - 23 Nov, 13:00-16:00
Blind Veterans UK Christmas Fair Blind Veterans UK, Greenways, Ovingdean BN2 7BS Everyone is welcome. There will be a wonderful mix of craft stalls, and Christmas goodies. Refreshments and Raffle. Free entry. Contact: Rachel Chitty 01273 391455 rachel. chitty@blindveterans.org.uk www. blindveterans.org.uk Saturday 22 Nov, 19:30
Hurstpierpoint & District Branch of RNLI Fundraising Event Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Hurstpierpoint See Local Living Section
Saturday 22 Nov, 20:30-23:30 D.S.E. Band (Decadence Sleaze Excess) Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE New to the club, a 5-piece live cover band from East Sussex. 6 decades of popular music, taking you on a journey through the soulful 60s into the 70s disco era, into 80s funk and 90s pop, up to the present day and features the iconic songs of music legends such as James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Chic, Prince and Stevie Wonder to name but a few. £3 entry fee for guest of a member. New members are welcome Sunday 23 Nov, 10:00-12:00
Lingfield Nature Reserves - Work Parties 2014
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 further information on this event please contact Anne Richards (01342 870200) / Sally Cole (01342 833814) or visit www.lingfieldreserves.org.uk Sunday 23 Nov, 11:00-16:00
Christmas Art & Craft Fair
Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 8DX See Village Christmas Events
One of the best family days out in Sussex!
Reindeer Specials
Sunday 23 Nov, 13:30
Mid Sussex Ramblers - Clayton Windmills Circular
Jack and Jill Windmills car park, Mill Lane off Clayton Hill New Barn Farm - Lower Standean - North Bottom - Ditchling Beacon South Downs Way - car park. Leader Ann P. One steep climb. 5.5 miles TQ303134 01273 843850 Monday 24 Nov
A Shopping Trip to Ikea Croydon
Age UK East Grinstead & District, Swan Mead, Queens Road, East Grinstead RH19 1BE A coach trip for people who would like to ‘do it the Swedish way’. Advance booking required. Cost £13.00 per person. Contact: Lana Scott or Sue Willox on 01342 327046. Monday 24 Nov, 19:30
CHRYSALIS – Crawley
Post Graduate Medical Centre – Crawley Hospital, West Green, Crawley RH11 7DH 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 Wednesday 26 Nov
Get to know your Overlocker
Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT Come along and understand how to get the best from these wonderful machines. £60. Contact: www. madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@ madeandmaking.co.uk 07967 81540 Wednesday 26 Nov, 20:00-22:00
On the Texas Trail- 130 species from the Lone Star State
Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT East Grinstead RSPB local group. David Hassell gives an illustrated lecture. Tickets £4 for guests. Contact: Lesley Berry 01342 324955 Friday 28 Nov, 20:00
Jackson – Live in Concert
Martlets Hall , Burgess Hill, Civic Way RH15 9NN The exciting tribute to the King of Pop returns to our stage for another year of incredible performances with his live band and dancers. Tickets £18.50. Contact: 01444 242888 www.martletshall.org
We have a family of Reindeer visiting us this Christmas at Kingscote Station.
Our Reindeer Specials depart from East Grinstead and stop at Kingscote to visit the Reindeer family with an opportunity for photos. At Horsted Keynes children visit Father Christmas in his cabin and receive a gift. Adults receive a free mince pie and children receive Smarties which are collected from the Grinsteade Buffet coach at East Grinstead.
r Special Half Term & o f s Weekend Offer! Kid uid Selected 25th October - 2nd November Children will a Q travel for £1 on third class services. (3-15 years only) Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day of travel. Why not book in advance with our Bluebell Bonus Tickets and get 20% off Adult tickets!
Santa Specials
A ten mile round trip to the beautifully restored Horsted Keynes station with special Dickensian themed activities for you to enjoy. Santa Highlights Include: • Santa visits every child on board • Every child receives a gift from Santa • Photo opportunity with Santa at Horsted Keynes
• On board refreshments • Free children’s roundabout at Sheffield Park Station • Dickensian themed games and activities at Horsted Keynes
Exclusive Victorian Specials Monday 22nd December
Enjoy a very special journey starting and finishing at Sheffield Park Station on Monday 22nd December in one of our Victorian carriages, all over one hundred years of age. You will have an exclusive compartment for up to six passengers to enjoy on your ten mile round trip.
Tel: 01825 720800 info@bluebell-railway.co.uk
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Coffee Morning for MacMillan Nurses
The Woolpack, West Street, Burgess Hill There will be coffee, tea, cake, tombola, raffle, handmade cards and many other stalls. Saturday 29 Nov, 09:30-17:00
Love Lane Vintage - “The Winter Brocante’
Petworth House, Kennel Lodges, Hampers Green, Petworth Do join us and you will find a special collection of hand picked exhibitors selling decorative antiques and artisan giftware. There are amazing marquees to create a magical winter wonderland, outside gazebo stalls, alfresco prosecco hay bar and wonderful food. Free parking. Contact: lovelanevintage@me.com Saturday 29 Nov, 10:00-16:00
Handcrafted Card and Gift Sale
Nina’s Craft Shop, Market Place Shopping Centre, Burgess Hill RH159NP Handcrafted cards and gifts for all occasions. Contact: Nina’s Craft Shop 07726597721 Saturday 29 Nov, 10:00-1600
Christmas Fair at Chiddingstone Castle
Chiddingstone Castle, Hill Hoath Road, Chiddingstone near Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7AD Enjoy Christmas shopping in this historic castle in a rural setting. Quality stalls, delicious mulled wine and
mince pies! Entrance: £3 per person. Contact: www.chiddingstonecastle. org.uk 01892 870347
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St Stephen’s School, Hunters Chase, South Godstone RH9 8RH Visit Santa and his elves at the Grotto! A fun-packed day with games, stalls, face painting and lots more! Free entry but admission fee for Santa’s Grotto (see website for details) Contact: 0300 1238275 www.rspcafriendsofsouthgodstone.org.uk
Mid Sussex Ramblers Ardingly Circular A & B
Little London lay-by opposite Ardingly Showground Circular A: Long Shaw Wood and Cob Lane - Hapstead Farm - Withyland - then: Longer route A - Cockhaise Brook - Cricket Field - Brook House - Hammington Lane - Great Lywood Farm - Little London. Leaders Ray and Alison. Optional pub stop after the walk. 6 miles. Circular B: Long Shaw Wood and Cob Lane - Hapstead Farm - Withyland, then Shorter route B - Berry Farm - Great Lywood Farm - Ardingly College - Ardingly Reservoir - Ardingly Showground - Little London. Leaders Ray and Alison. Mobile on the day 07841 422939, No dogs please. Please bring a snack. Optional pub stop after the walk. 5.5 miles TQ344303 01342 311632 Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 Nov, 10:00-17:00
Open Evening : Burgess Hill Artists Christmas Exhibition
The Martlets Shopping Centre, Burgess Hill Town Centre* Works on display and for sale by members of the community-based Burgess Hill Artists group featuring painters, makers, photographers and designers - all with a connection to Mid Sussex. Free. Contact: Melanie Hodge, 01444 245896, info@burgesshillartists.co.uk, www.burgesshillartists.co.uk
Saturday 29 Nov, 20:30-23:00
Shakedown
RSPCA South Godstone Animal Centre Christmas Fair
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE 4 piece band covering a unique catalogue of rock and classics from Small Faces, The Who, Tom Petty and many more. £3.00 guest fee. Free for members. ckrbl@btconnect.com 01273 845829 for any more information. Saturday 29th Nov - Sunday 04 Jan
A Family Christmas at Standen Standen (NT) West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 4NE See Village Christmas Events
Saturday 29 Nov, 20:00
The Thinking Drinkers Guide to The Legends of Liquor (By Tom Sandham & Ben McFarland)
Sunday 30 Nov, 12:00-15:00 & 15:00-18:00
Christmas Wine Tasting
South Downs Cellars, 100 High Street, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9PX See Village Christmas Events
Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Alcohol: one minute a soulmate, one minute a psychopath; slide onto the bar stool of discovery and enjoy free deluxe drinks. Tickets: £18. Contact: 01444 455440 www.clairhall.org
Sunday 30 Nov, 11:00-15:00
Sing-a-long-a Frozen
The Hawth, Hawth Avenue, Crawley RH10 6YZ See Film and Theatre Section
Saturday 29 Nov, 20:00-22:45. Doors 19:45
Sunday 30 Nov, 19:30
Festive Ballroom Social Dance
Cue for a Song
The Martlets Hall, Burgess Hill RH15 9NN Ballroom, Latin and Sequence Dancing. Soft lighting, Superb sprung floor, air conditioning. Cakes and biscuits included. Licensed Bar. £7.50 per person. Contact: David and Ruth strictlydancemagic@talktalk.net 0785 2330758 or 01444 248926 www. strictlydancemagic.co.uk
The Capitol Theatre, North Street, Horsham RH121RG Local performers singing songs from the musicals in aid of Cancer Research UK. Tickets £15. See facebook.com/listenbarnaby barnes. audio@gmail.com 07817 385620. Tickets: www.thecapitolhorsham.com 01403750220
Jackson Live In Concert
Fri 28 Nov 8.00pm Martlets Hall
Wishbone Ash
Fri 7 Nov 8.00pm Martlets Hall
The legendary pioneers of the twinguitar rock that influenced groups from Thin Lizzy to Iron Maiden, perform a glorious mixture of both old and new tracks.
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Thurs 20 - Sat 22 Nov 7.30pm Martlets Hall
Act Two Productions present a hilarious, cheeky and uproariously entertaining show with a talented cast of performers and puppets.
MARTLETS HALL Burgess Hill 01444 242888 www.martletshall.org
One of the most accurate and exciting tribute to the King Of Pop ever to have toured the UK theatres.
The Thinking Drinkers Guide to The Legends of Liquor
Sat 29 Nov 8.00pm Clair Hall
Slide onto the bar stool of discovery and enjoy several free deluxe drinks as the Thinking Drinkers explore the liquid lives of history’s greatest elbow-benders.
CLAIR HALL Haywards Heath 01444 455440 www.clairhall.org
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