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Breeze up to Devil’s Dyke
The 77 double deck bus now runs every day from outside Brighton Station, also from Brighton Pier A scenic bus ride up to Devil’s Dyke for great walks, views and kite flying! Refreshment discounts with bus ticket. £4.50 Return. 2-for-1 with a valid train ticket. 2 children per adult go free. Bus passes valid. Contact: 01273 292480 www.brighton-hove. gov.uk/breezebuses Friday 01 May, 19:30-22:00
MSARS Quiz and Cakes Night
Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 8DX Come and have fun at our lighthearted Quiz night. We will also have some cake and tea or coffee afterwards. Contact: Stella Rogers, 07803 086838, newsletter@msars. org.uk, www.msars.org.uk Friday 01 May, 20:00
An Evening of Dirty Dancing The Tribute Show
Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1UQ Often imitated but never bettered, this is the original celebration of the iconic music from the multiaward winning sound-track to Dirty Dancing. Contact: 01444 455440 www.clairhall.org Friday 01 May, 20:30
“Sussex Old Spice”
The Sportsman, Goddards Green, West Sussex BN6 9LQ Live music from 8.30pm. Free entrance. Contact: 01444 233460 www.thesportsmanpub.com Every weekend from 02 May - 01 June
Artists’ Open Houses, Ditchling
In and around Ditchling, East Sussex Upwards of 15 open houses, studios and galleries plus Ditchling Museum, with exhibitions at the White Horse pub and cafes. Contact: https// artinditchling.wordpress.com or sophieboulderstone@me.com Saturday 02 May
Free BBQ Demonstration
just £3. Under 11 age group, 11-14 age group and Adult Beginners. Can you volunteer to be a marshal? If you are interested you must be over 18 years (16 years for a water station) and available at 09:30 and 13:00 on the day. Contact: hollysutcliffe@pfpleasure.org to sign up today. For more information please visit: www.midsussexmarathon.co.uk
Saturday 02 May, 10:00-16:00
Bluebell Railway “Toy & Rail Collectors Fair”
On the Platforms of Horsted Keynes Station Railway Artefacts, Model Railway Equipment and many other goods to be found. In addition to the stalls on the platform, more will be provided in the marquee in the station car park. Normal fares apply. Horsted Keynes station admission ticket £3.00 per person and covers both the station and marquee. Discounted Bluebell Bonus tickets are available if booked at least 8 days in advance of the travel date. Enjoy an all day visit with a train ride as well as the collector’s fair. Saturday 02 - Monday 04 May, 11:00-19:00
Foodies Festival – Brighton Hove Lawns Brighton Hove Lawns, Hove Promenade, Kingsway, Brighton & Hove BN3 2FR Enjoy a day of feasting and fun with friends at the UK’s biggest food and drink festival. £13 (adult), £11 (concession), £38 VIP. Children under 12 go free. Visit www.foodiesfestival.com or call 0844 995 1111 Saturday 02 May, 14:00
Mid Sussex Ramblers - North from Lindfield
Lindfield, Hickman’s Lane Playing Fields car park Cockhaise Farm - Plummerden Lane - Paxhill - Lindfield. 4.5 miles TQ344258. Contact: John 01444 483860 Mobile on the day 07817 032135 (Please note change of venue from last time).
The Alfresco Shop at Doves Barn Nursery, Copthorne Road, Felbridge, Surrey RH19 2PB Come along and learn a new BBQ recipe or two, picking up helpful barbecuing tips. Small charge if you fancy tasting what we cook! Contact: Martin and Ruth Hicks 01342 327774 info@thealfrescoshop.co.uk www.thealfrescoshop.co.uk
Saturday 02 May, 18:00-21:00
Saturday 02, Sunday 03 & Monday 04 May
Saturday 02 May, 19:30
East Grinstead, Haywards Heath & Burgess Hill 3 races to make up 1 marathon - the challenge is yours. East Grinstead (10 miles), Haywards Heath (10 miles) and Burgess Hill (10 kilometres). Mid Sussex Mile - Race a mile each day of the Marathon Weekend for
Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1UQ Award winning theatre company, The Foundry Group, present the hit play about aviators Alcock and Whitten Brown and their daredevil dash across the Atlantic. Contact: 01444 455440 www.clairhall.org
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Mexican Food Night
The Plough Inn, Station Road, Plumpton Green, East Sussex BN7 3DF 2 course Mexican food night with a free Mexican drink. Bookings only. Contact: Nicole Palmer 01273 890311 theploughinnatplumptongreen@ hotmail.co.uk
Those Magnificent Men
Saturday 02 May, 19:30
From Broadway to the West End (Massed Bands Concert) Hawth Theatre, Crawley Crawley Millennium Concert Band, Adur Band and Second Wind Concert Band (Sevenoaks) playing foot tapping favorites from the big shows. Tickets priced £12.50 (£10 concessions) from Box office. Contact: Judy McMahon Chair CMCB, 07813686020 judy. mcmahon89@gmail.com www.cmcband.co.uk Sunday 03 & Monday 04 May
Experience Freedom from The Caravan Club - Towing Experience (at the South of England Spring Garden and Leisure Show)
South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex RH17 6TL Ever wondered if you could tow a trailer or a Caravan? Want to see what it is like inside a Motorhome? Visit our stand at the Spring Show for giveaways, challenges and your chance to win an ipad mini too! Contact: www.experiencefreedom. co.uk/spring Sunday 03 May, 10:30
Mid Sussex Ramblers Hurstpierpoint Bluebell Circular Hurstpierpoint Trinity Road car park Cuckfield Road - Hurstpierpoint College - Hassocks Golf Course Danny - Tott Farm - Trinity Road car park. 5.5 miles TQ281165. Contact: Paul 01273 831320 Mobile on the day 07783 4373 47349 Sunday 03 May, 11:00-16:00
Plumpton Tennis Club Open Day King George V Playing Fields, Off Station Road, Plumpton Green BN7 3BX See Local Living Sunday 03 May, 11:00-16:00
Oldland Mill Special Event Day
Oldland Mill, Oldlands Lane, Hassocks, West Sussex BN6 8ND We run several regular activities and host varied attractions. The mill itself is also open, with refreshments, mill gifts and memorabilia available. A free shuttle bus will be provided every 20 minutes from The Thatched Inn, Ockley Lane. Groups can also be picked up by shuttle bus from Hassocks Station by prior arrangement. Bank Holiday Monday 04 May, 10:00
Open Day
Roedean, Roedean Way, Brighton BN2 5RQ We are delighted to welcome prospective families to visit the school. “This is a school that’s going places.” Good Schools Guide 2014. Please register attendance by Monday 27 April. Contact: Registrar: Mrs Diana Banham, 01273 667626, email dba@roedean. co.uk, www.roedean.co.uk
Tuesday 05 May, 10:00
Mid Sussex Ramblers Chanctonbury and Cissbury Circular
Chanctonbury car park and picnic area A testing walk up onto the South Downs with a reward of good views from the top. Straight up a steep path through the woods onto the Downs, then an undulating trek to the top of the Cissbury Ring. After lunch there, a straightforward walk across the top towards Chanctonbury Ring before returning to the steep path down. 10 miles TQ146124. Please bring a picnic lunch. Contact: Pete 01403 713719 Tuesday 05 May, 12:00-13:30
RVS Good Neighbour’s New Volunteer Event
The Yews Centre, 55 Boltro Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1BJ Drop in to find out more about volunteering for our befriending service to assist older people in the local community. Contact: Royal Voluntary Service 01293 228060 crawleycoasthub@royalvoluntaryservice. org.uk www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk Tuesday 05 May, 19:00
Pub Quiz
The New Inn, 76 High Street, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9RQ Monthly Pub Quiz on the first Tuesday of every month. £2 per person. Contact: Mel or Tom, The New Inn 01273 834608 Tuesday 05 May, 20:00-22:00
Lindfield & District Folk Dance Club
Ashenground Community Centre, Vale Road Haywards Heath Folk dancing for fun, no partner needed. £2 including tea/coffee and biscuit at half time. First evening free. Contact Mike on 01444 482741 Wednesday 06 May, 10:30-12:30
Deaf Awareness Week Coffee Morning
Action for Deafness, 22 Sussex Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4EA A coffee morning to celebrate Deaf Awareness Week. We hope to develop this into a weekly event. All are welcome. Contact: Gerry Turton gerry@actionfordeafness.org.uk 01444 415582 Wednesday 06 & 20 May, 14:00-16:00
East Grinstead Art Society
St Swithun’s Church Hall, St Swithun’s Close RH19 3AZ East Grinstead Art Society meets twice per month on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. Visitors welcome £3 per meeting. Contact: Wendy 01342 311093 Wednesday 06 May, 19:00
Mid Sussex Ramblers - Bluebells in Butchers Wood Hassocks Stations East Side Hassocks Station - Butcher’s Wood - Lodge Lane - Keymer - Hassocks Station. 3 miles TQ304155. Contact: Les 01273 846995
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Burgess Hill Horticultural Society Illustrated talk: ‘Growing and Showing Dahlias’. Speaker: Richard Hilson Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Richard’s enthusiastic, practical and well-illustrated talk will help you get the best out of these fascinating blooms. Admission: Members Free. Visitors £1. Contact: Flo Whitaker 01444 245509 bhhs@talktalk.net Thursday 07 May, 20:00
Greyhound - Open Mic Night
Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks Every Thursday! Whatever your talent, come and show it off or just watch others. Pop in for a fun night out - entrance free! New musicians will be very welcome. Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymer@yahoo.co.uk Friday 08 & Saturday 09 May, 10:00-12:00
Friday 08 May, 20:00-22:00
Saturday 09 May, 10:30
Saturday 09 May, 10:30-12:30
East Court Mansion, East Grinstead RH19 3LT The Friends of East Grinstead Museum Speakers Night. Free to Members, visitors £2.50 payable at the door. Contact: East Grinstead Museum 01342 302233
Hurstpierpoint College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9JS After a short introduction to the College by Headmaster, Tim Manly and a brief address from a couple of current students, families of pupils considering their options at 13+ and 16+ have the chance to meet and talk to current pupils and staff, tour the school and join pupils and staff for a relaxed buffet lunch. Contact: Mrs Dianne Allison, Head of Admissions 01273 836937 registrar@hppc.co.uk
Burgess Hill Division Guide Hall, Station Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9EU Annual Garden Fete in aid of Burgess Hill Division Guide Hall. Various stalls, competitions, raffle and display. Free entry. Contact: Dave Virgo 01273 833036, DavidVirgo@aol.com
Surviving Siberia- A Lost Polish Childhood 1940
Friday 08 May, 20:00-22:00
Burgess Hill Local History Society - “Oh We Do Like To Be Beside The Seaside” Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX From Bathing machines to End of Pier Shows, Ian Gledhill takes a lighthearted look at Sussex seaside entertainment History. Members £1, Visitors £3, to include refreshments. Contact: Pauline Miller Publicity or www.burgesshillmuseum.co.uk
May Open Mornings
Saturday 09 May, 10:00-17:00
Friday 08 - Sunday, 10 May Friday 11:00-20:00, Saturday 10:30-18:00, Sunday 10:30-16:00
Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Nr Lewes East Sussex A great day out! Courses and careers advice. Wine sales. Craft fair. Children’s activities. Shearing. Dog showing. Floristry. Food. Farm. £7.50, adult. £3, Senior Citizen. Free entry for under 16s. Plumpton College. Contact: 01273 890454, e: enquiries@plumpton.ac.uk www.plumpton.ac.uk
Great Walstead School, East Mascalls Lane, Lindfield, Haywards Heath Come and see what everyone is talking about at Great Walstead School Open Mornings, where the grounds and possibilities are endless. Contact: Registrar - Fiona Clutton 01444 483528
The Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair
Petworth Park, Petworth, West Sussex GU28 OQY New event featuring high quality exhibitors selling fine furniture, paintings, sculpture, jewellery, silver, glass, clocks, oriental carpets. Entry: £10. Contact: The Antiques Dealers Fair Limited, 01797 252030 living@ adfl.co.uk www.petworthparkfair.com Friday 08 May, 19:00 for 19:30
Family Race & Quiz Night
Open Day at Plumpton College
Saturday 09 May, 09:00-10:30
Brighton College Nursery and Pre-Prep Open Morning (3+ to 7+)
Brighton College’s Pre-Prep School, Eastern Road, Brighton BN2 5JJ Brighton College’s Pre-Prep School teaching staff look forward to welcoming prospective pupils and their families to the Pre-Prep Open Morning. Contact: 01273 704343 prepadmissions@brightoncollege.net
Downlands Community School, Hassocks Please join us for a night of fun, sponsored by our local business contacts and run by Paul Bowley. There will be a fish or sausage and chips supper and a drink included in your admission. Please contact Reception at Downlands or visit Orion News in Hassocks to purchase your tickets. Tickets cost £10 per adult, £6 per child, £30 for a family of four or £50 for a table of six adults. Cheques (payable to Downlands Association) or cash are acceptable. Why not gather a group of friends together and book a table?
Saturday 09 May, 10:15-13:00
Friday 08, 19:30-22:00, Saturday 09 & Sunday 10 May, All Day
Chalker’s Lane, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9JS Pre-Prep (pupils aged between 4 and 7 years). Tour the school and meet the Head of Hurst Prep, Ian Pattison. There is a play-along session for the children. Prep (pupils considering their 7+ and 11+ opportunities). Tour the Prep School and meet the Head. The morning finishes with a buffet lunch. Contact: Mrs Christina Treadaway, Prep School Admissions Officer, 01273 836927 christina.treadaway@ hppc.co.uk
MSARS Mills on the Air Weekend
Jill Windmill Car Park, Mill Lane, Clayton, West Sussex BN6 9PG Come along on Friday evening to Cyprus Hall in Burgess Hill to check all the equipment ready for the weekend. Then Saturday and Sunday at Jill Windmill Car Park for a great weekend up on the hill helping us on the radio. Stay as long as you can. Contact: Stella Rogers, 07803 086838, newsletter@msars.org.uk, www.msars.org.uk
Brighton College Prep School Open Morning (8+ to 10+)
Walpole Lodge, Walpole Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN2 OEU Brighton College’s Prep School teaching staff look forward to welcoming prospective pupils and their families to the Prep School Open Morning. Contact: 01273 704343 prepadmissions@brightoncollege.net Saturday 09 May, Pre-Prep 09:00, Prep School 10:00
Hurstpierpoint College Open Mornings
Hurstpierpoint College Senior & Sixth Form Open Morning
Saturday 09 May, 09:45-12:00
Coffee Morning and Book Sale, organized by Burgess Hill Methodist Church The Martlets, Burgess Hill RH15 9NN Come along and have coffee and find out about the various activities at Burgess Hill Methodist Church. Contact: 01444 236733 Saturday 09 May, 10:00-12:00
Christian Aid Plant Stall
Forecourt of United Reformed Church, 23 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AB Sale of plants for Christian Aid. Refreshments also available. Contact: John Pallister 01273 844583 Saturday 09 May, 10:00-16:00
Brownies to the Rescue
Blackland Farm, Grinstead Lane, West Sussex RH19 4HP An opportunity for all Brownies to gain their Fire Safety & Crime Prevention badges. Fee £20. Contact: Blackland Farm 01342 810493 www.blacklandfarm.org.uk blackland@girlguiding.org.uk Saturday 09 May, 11:00-16:00
Mansion Market
Kidbrooke Park, Priory Road, Forest Row RH18 5JB A fun day out for all the family. Lots of stalls including clothing, plants, garden furniture, local crafts and produce, plus a pre-loved clothes pop-up shop. Free entry and parking. Saturday 09 May, 10:15
Mid Sussex Ramblers - Henfield Circular via Ashurst
Downs Link car park by Cat and Canary pub in Upper Station Road, Henfield Rye Farm - Bineham Bridge Ashurst - (relaxed pub lunch at the Fountain) - Ashurst Church - Eatons Farm - Chaites - West End - car park. 7 miles. TQ20516l. Contact: Phil 01273 835931 Saturday 09 May, 10:30–15:00
Silver Jewellery Ring Making Class
Get Crafty, 24 The Martlets, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9NN Learn to shape, solder, texture and finish a beautiful ring from sterling silver! Perfect for beginners. Materials and refreshments included. £44. Contact: 01444 236607 Email: getcraftyonline@gmail.com www. getcraftyonline.co.uk/ ringmaking.html
Rainbow, Brownie, Guide & Senior Section Garden Fete
Saturday 09 May, 14:00-18:00
Open Garden
Birchanger, High Street, Balcombe (on B2110 between Handcross & B2036 (Cowdray Arms) Mrs Worrall has kindly agreed to open her beautiful garden again. Admission £4 (children free). Teas and cakes will be served by Macmillan Cancer Support’s Mid-Sussex-Haywards Heath committee and they will also run a Tombola Stall during the afternoon. Please come! Saturday 09 & Sunday 10 May
The Bluebell Railway’s Southern at War Weekend 2015
Horsted Keynes Station There will be displays and concert shows at most of our stations, so use your travel ticket all day and hop on and off the trains to explore what is going on at each station as much as you wish. There will be plane displays over Horsted Keynes Station - on Saturday we will have a Harvard display and on Sunday, an Hurricane display. Saturday 09 May, 19:30
Lingfield Silver Band Spring Concert
St Peter and St Paul Church, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6AH Lingfield Silver band will be holding their Spring Concert with a varied selection of music. £6 or £5 concessions. Contact J Scrace on 01342 833400 or lingfieldsilverband.co.uk Saturday 09 May, 19:30
Notes of Spring Concert
St Peter’s Church, Chailey Green See Local Living Saturday 09 May, 19:30
VE Day Fundraiser
Danny House, New Way Lane, Hurstpierpoint See Local Living Sunday 10 May, Registration 09:00, Run 10:00
Barcombe, Isfield and Little Horsted Fun Run
Isfield Cricket Pavillion (Recreation Ground), Isfield, Uckfield TN22 5XH There are 1k for kids, and 5k and 10k for more serious runners, so the whole family can run. Medals given to runners. There will be refreshments, cakes etc. Adults£10 and children £5. More information and entry forms at www.littlehorstedfunrun.co.uk Sunday 10 May, 09:30-17:00
Stonepit Nursery Open Day
Stonepit Lane, Henfield, West Sussex BN5 9QU This is the start of our season with a full range of plants. A Bouncy Castle and refreshments are available. Something for all the family! S u ss e x L i v i n g May 2015
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Introduction to Beekeeping
Shovelstrode Lane, Ashurstwood, Sussex RH19 3PH A one day course which will teach you the principles behind beekeeping, studying the various methods, hives and equipment which will entice you to become a confident beekeeper. £70. Contact: Lisa Aitken 07956 815458 info@forestgarden.info www.forestgarden.info Sunday 10 May, 10:00-16:00
Guides 999
Blackland Farm, Grinstead Lane, West Sussex RH19 4HP An opportunity for all Guides to learn skills that could save a life and gain Fire Safety, First Aid and Active Response badges. Fee £20. Contact: Blackland Farm 01342 810493 www.blacklandfarm.org.uk blackland@girlguiding.org.uk Sunday 10 May & Sunday 24 May, 10:00-14:00
Conservation Work Parties
Bedelands Nature Reserve. Meet in car park for 10:00 Help to maintain your local nature reserve and enjoy the workout for free. All tools supplied. Stay as long as you wish. Contact: Mary Smith (Secretary of Friends of Burgess Hill Green Circle Network) 01444 242667 mary.s.smith@talktalk.net Sunday 10 May, 11:30-14:00
Speak French, Spanish, German or Italian on the go!
Meet in the car park of the Cock Inn , North Common Road, Wivelsfield Green, West Sussex RH17 7RH A two hour walk with conversation in Italian, German, French or Spanish. Refreshment afterwards in The Cock Inn. Cost: None, though please register interest beforehand. Contact: Pierseurolanguagesinaction@gmail. com www.eurolanguagesinaction.com Sunday 10 May, Gates open: 11:30
Ladies Day at Plumpton Racecourse
Plumpton Racecourse Ltd, Plumpton, East Sussex BN7 3AL Be on trend at Plumpton’s most glamorous raceday, featuring fashion competitions for the most stylish ladies, men and children! Advanced online admission £14 (closes 6 days prior to the event). Kids go FREE! Contact: racing@ plumptonracecourse.co.uk 01273 890383
Monday 11 May, 20:00
Greyhound - Quiz Night
Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks We currently hold a monthly quiz on the second Monday of each month. Why not pop along for this fun night and pit your wits against others. Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymer@ yahoo.co.uk Tuesday 12 - Saturday 16 May, 19:30 & Saturday Matinee 14:30
Oklahoma!
The Hawth, Hawth Avenue, Crawley RH10 6YZ Gary Wilmot and Belinda Lang star in a brand new version of the original feel good musical. Box Office 01293 553636 www.hawth.co.uk Tuesday 12 May, 19:45
Hurstpierpoint Horticultural Society - Hydroponics
Club Suite, Village Hall, Hurstpierpoint An illustrated talk with demonstration items by Jay and Terry Campbell from The Grow Home, Burgess Hill. Members £1, Non-members £2. greenhpp@tiscali.co.uk Tuesday 12 May, 19:30
Weald Classic Car Club Special May Meeting
Weald Inn, Royal George Road, Burgess Hill We meet every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Weald Inn. Owners and enthusiasts welcome. Come and have a chat, listen to a few stories or even tell a tale or two. For more information, please call Fred Bone on 01444 239853 Wednesday 13 May
Age Concern Open Day The Pauline Thaw Centre, Dale Avenue, Hassocks See Local Living
Wednesday 13 May, 14:00-17:00
Dementia Friends Training Day for Service Users
Action for Deafness, 22 Sussex Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4EA An interactive training session led by Alzheimer’s Society. All are welcome. Contact: info@actionfordeafness.org. uk 01444 415582
Sunday 10 May, 16:00-21:00
Wednesday 13 May, 19:30
High Street, East Grinstead See page 22
Clayton Recreation Ground car park near the church Up to the Windmills - Burnt House Bostall - Whitelands - Clayton. 4 miles. TQ299140. Optional refreshments at the Jack and Jill at the end. Contact: John 01444 483860. Mobile on the day 07817 032135
VE Day 70th Anniversary Street Party!
Monday 11 & Monday 18 May, 08:00-17:00
General Antiques & Collectables Auction
Gorringes, Garden Street, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1TJ Gorringes hold a weekly Monday sale
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located at Gorringes Garden Street Auction Rooms, Lewes. Not on Bank Holidays. This is a well-established regular auction holding between 600 and 800 lots of antique and other furniture, ceramics, jewellery, pictures, silver and collectables. Contact: clientservices@gorringes.co.uk 01273 478221
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Mid Sussex Ramblers Clayton Circular
Wednesday 13 - Saturday 16 May, 19:30
Friday 15 May, 10:00-15:00
The Henfield Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield BN5 9DB A wonderful comedy musical show based on the story by Oscar Wilde. The hilarious storyline, set to beautiful music and lyrics, will appeal to the whole family. £10 and £12. Box Office: Henfield Furnishings, High Street, Henfield, 01273 490080. www. henfieldtheatrecompany.com
King’s Centre, Victoria Road, Burgess Hill See page 84
The Canterville Ghost
Wednesday 13 Saturday 16 May
Ditchling Players The Ladykillers
Ditchling Village Hall, Lewes Road, Ditchling Rehearsals for the Ditchling Players Spring production are well under way and audiences are in for a treat with a very funny play adapted from the well-known Ealing film. As usual, everyone is working hard to bring yet another successful production to the Ditchling Village Hall but are looking for that certain something extra and that’s you, as a member of the all important audience. Tickets are £8.00 (Wednesday) and £9.00 (Thursday to Saturday) and are now on sale at Clifford Dann, High Street, Ditchling. Tel No: 01273 843344 or can be purchased on the door. We look forward to seeing you there. Wednesday 13 May, 19:45 for 20:00-22:00
Hassocks Horticultural Society - Conservatory and Patio Gardening
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks Our guest speaker this month is David Fitton M.B.E. He will be presenting an illustrated talk entitled “Conservatory and Patio Gardening”. Come along for an interesting evening. As usual, visitors welcome. Members £1.50. Visitors £2.50. Refreshments included. Contact: Sylvia Hancock 01273 844544 n8a5cluv@talktalk.net Wednesday 13 May, 20:00-22:00
The Mid -Sussex Franco-British Society May Meeting
Function Suite, Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN A film showing of Les Grimaldi - Princes de Monaco presente par Stephane Bern. All members and visitors are most welcome. Contact: Mrs Barbara Stevens 01444 452385
Thursday 14 May, 09:45-12:00
Haywards Heath Ceramics Group Lecture
Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Lecture by Paul Atterbury, from BBC Antiques Road Show, on “Pool Pottery”. Guests £10.00. Contact: 01444 483372 www.HHCG.org.uk/wordpress Thursday 14 May, 13:00
10th Anniversary Tea Party
The Kleinwort Centre, Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4BE See page 72
Burgess Hill Means Business
Friday 15 May, 14:00-16:00
U3A May Concert in aid of Action Medical Research for Children
Jubilee Community Centre, Charlwoods Road, East Grinstead RH19 3HL East Grinstead U3A Singing for Pleasure will be singing a selection of modern and traditional songs. Refreshments and Raffle. £5 – tickets available at the door to include refreshments. Contact: audreyebateman@gmail.com Friday 15 May, 14:00-17:00
Caxton Manor Open Garden
Wall Hill, Forest Row, East Sussex RH18 5EG See page 28 Friday 15 May, 19:00
Those Magnificent Men
Pamphilon Theatre, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield TN22 3DJ Brand new staging of the hit play about British pioneering aviators Alcock and Brown’s daredevil dash across the Atlantic. Chocks away for a night of thrills, spills and uproarious comedy! Tickets £8. Contact: lizatpamphilon@hotmail.com 01273 782171 Friday 15 May, 19:15-21:45
Music for Everyone
The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Celebrated organist/keyboard player, Ray Campbell. Entry £5 on the door. Doors open at 18:00. Contact: Roasalie Birchmore 01444 241269 bhkeyclub33@talktalk.net Friday 15 May, 19:30-22:00
MSARS Construction Contest
Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 8DX Bring along anything that you have made so that we can all see it. Contact: Stella Rogers, 07803 086838, newsletter@msars.org.uk, www.msars.org.uk Saturday 16 & Sunday 17 May, 09:00-17:30
South Eastern Shire Horse Association(SESHA) Heavy Horse & Country Show
East Bysshe Cross Country Showground, Eastbourne Road (A22) Newchapel, Surrey RH7 6LF Heavy Horses Working, Ploughing & Showing. Miniature Horses. Dog Show. Terrier Racing. Trade Stands, Classic Cars, Vintage Tractors and much more. Advance price £8.00 per adult. On the gate £10.00. Children free. Parking free. Contact: Mrs. J. Shearman (Show Secretary) 01737 645857. sesha@edenbridgeshow.co.uk www.shirehorsesite.org.uk Reg. Charity No. 292389
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South of England Showground – Ardingly, Selsfield Road, Haywards Heath RH17 6TL Endless activities for you and your dog! Be entertained by expert pooch handlers and ‘have a go’ at fun attractions with your pup! Adults £10, Seniors and Children £7.50, Family (2 + 2) £32, Family (2 + 3) £34. Discounts available for booking in advance online! Contact: www.pawsinthepark.net Jacqui Curtis 07976 186882 jacqui@mdsshows.co.uk www.pawsinthepark.net
The King’s Church, Victoria Road, Burgess Hill Music by Holst Planets Suite, Mozart Jupiter Symphony, Star Wars by John Williams and Symphony 13 by William Herschel. Tickets available in advance from Help Point, Church Road, Burgess Hill or 01444 232067. Price £12 or on the door £14. Do come and enjoy what promises to be a very starry evening! Contact: Steve Armitage 01825 723448
Paws in the Park Spring Show
Saturday 16 May, 10:00-13:00
Cuckfield NSPCC Plant Sale
Brinkley Lodge, London Road, Cuckfield RH17 5EU Popular annual plant sale, excellent value perennials, patio and vegetable plants. Refreshments. Entry Free. Contact: Mary Crouch 01444-459579 Saturday 16 May, 10:00-14:00
Chelwood Gate Village Market
Chelwood Gate Village Hall, Beaconsfield Road, Chelwood Gate, East Sussex Nostalgic Images by Bluebell Enterprises at this event. Cards and pictures. Local views, Art Deco, Art Nouveau, old adverts, Vogue, Vanity Fair, motor, travel and sport posters. Free entry. Contact: Catherine Crouch. 07860 148275 catherine.crouch1@btinternet.com Saturday 16 May, 10:00-17:00
Burgess Hill Model Railway Club 2015 Exhibition
Burgess Hill School for Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill See Local Living Saturday 16 May, 10-00-16:00
Strictly Gardening
The Orchards Shopping Centre, Haywards Heath See Local Living Saturday 16 May, 10:00-16:30
Learn to make your own silk flowers
Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT Learn how to dye, bond and shape your silk to create beautiful primroses using traditional techniques. £60. Contact: sarah@madeandmaking. co.uk 07967 819540 www.madeandmaking.co.uk Saturday 16 May, 20:00
St Lawrence Fair Casino Night
The Scout HQ, Hurstpierpoint Fundraising for the St Lawrence Fair. Tickets £10, to include canapes and a welcome drink at the New Inn from 19:00. Dress Code: Smart. Only play money will be available at the event, however you will be able to trade your play money winnings for raffle tickets, with a chance to win a prize. Tickets available from New Inn, Vanilla and Clifford Dann all in Hurstpierpoint.
Burgess Hill Symphony Orchestra Concert
Sunday 17 & Monday 18 May, 0 9:30-18:00
2-Day Shiatsu Workshop for Beginners
Big Life Organics, 112 South Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 4LL Hands-on introduction to Shiatsu with experienced teacher Paul Lambeth. A deeply relaxing experience, Shiatsu massage takes place fully clothed on a mat on the floor. £195 (including lunch). Contact:01444 628667, classes@biglifeorganics.co.uk, www.biglifeorganics.co.uk Sunday 17 May, 10:00-14:00
RSPCA South Godstone Car Boot Sale
RSPCA South Godstone, Eastbourne Road/A22, South Godstone RH9 8JB Sellers: All cars £10.00, vans £15.00, trailers additional £3.00. Pay on entry. Set up from 9am. Gates open 10am. Admission by donation. Please be generous as all funds go to help the animals at the Centre. Free parking with disabled parking area. Celia Munro, Trustee. Home: 01737 789319 friendsofsouthgodstone1@sky.com www.rspca-friendsofsouthgodstone. org.uk Sunday 17 May, 11:00-15:00
Oathall Community College Farm Open Day Appledore Gardens, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 2AQ Family day out at our small and unique educational farm. Entertainment, local produce, and activities. Free entry (donations welcome). Contact: jblackholly@ oathall.org Sunday, 17 May, Doors/licenced bar: 19:00; film: 19:30
Wivelsfield Films The Theory of Everything, 12A
Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG Free, easy parking at the hall. A compassionate and inspiring film celebrating the life and work of Stephen Hawking, and the Cambridge arts student he fell in love with. Despite the diagnosis of a fatal illness he went on to be called the successor to Einstein, as well as a husband and father to their three children. Homemade cakes, ice creams and drinks served before the film and during the interval. Tickets £6 on the door, in advance
from the Post Office & Village Stores or The Cock Inn, or online via the Facebook page for Wivelsfield Films or wivelsfieldfilms.wordpress.com See Wivelsfield Films on Facebook or wivelsfieldfilms.wordpress.com
Monday 18 May, 10:00-15:00
Sistine Chapel in Goring, Worthing
Pick up point Atrium Kings Street, East Grinstead Come and see the beautiful Sistine Chapel with fun and friendly company. Contact: Lana/Sue 01342 327046 Monday 18 May, 19:30-21:30
Conversation in Spanish, Italian, French or German
The White Horse Inn,16 West Street, Ditchling, West Sussex BN6 8TS A relaxed opportunity to meet with and chat to other speakers of German, Spanish, French or Italian. Cost: none, though you are kindly requested to purchase a drink from the host pub. Contact: Euro Languages in Action eurolanguagesinaction@gmail.com www.eurolanguagesinaction.com Monday 18 May, 19:45–21:15
Sussex Pony Grazing Conservation Trust - Monty Larkin, St Barnabas, Church Hall, Dunnings Road, East Grinstead East Grinstead Natural History Society - Lecture with slides. £4.50 for guests, including refreshments. Contact: Terriss Bacon 01342 315051 Tuesday 19 May, 19:45-21:45
Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting
Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre,Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint Resolutions and members talk on Nyman’s. Visitors welcome. Contact: Jane Biggs 01273 834421 Tuesday 19 May, 20:00
Quiz Night (Time4Children)
The Woolpack, West Street, Burgess Hill See Local Living
Thursday 21 May, 19:30-21:00
A Floral Demonstration and Talk on Landscape Gardening
St Wilfrid’s Centenary Hall, St Wilfrid’s Way, Haywards Heath Members £2, visitors £3 to include tea/coffee and biscuits. Contact: Haywards Heath Horticultural Society, 01444 413975 haywardlass@ tiscali.co.uk Friday 22 May, 12:00-23:30 & Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May
Cock Inn Beer Festival
Cock Inn, North Common Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7RH Beer and Cider Festival with live music on Friday and Saturday evening. Contact: David Hunter 01444 471668 info@cockinnwivelsfield.co.uk, www.cockinnwivelsfield.co.uk Friday 22 May
Charity Golf Day
Mid Sussex Golf Club, Spatham Lane, Ditchling BN6 8XJ The Sussex Vale Rotary Club and the Friends of The Princess Royal Hospital are joining forces for a charity golf day. If you are interested, please contact Robert Maxwell robertmaxwell@rossettbeck. co.uk or Dougie Drummond at douglasdrummond1@btinternet.com or secretary@rotary-sxvale.org.uk Friday 22 May, 19:30
“Aurora Trio” - Flute, Viola, and Harp
The Old Meeting House, The Twitten, Ditchling, East Sussex BN6 8UJ The program includes music by Arnold Bax, Howard Blake, William Mathias, Sergei Prokofiev, J.S Bach, Claude Debussy, Ian Krouse, to raise funds for the Oldland Windmill. Cost: £12 includes a glass of wine. Tickets: Ditchling Post Office Peter Leach 01273 844107 John Hall 01273 844293 Friday 22 May, 19:30-22:00
Learn to make a Roman Blind
MSARS Radio Night and Table Top Sale
Thursday 21 May, 10:00-14:00
Friday 22 May, 19:00, Saturday 23 May,14:00 & 19:00
Wednesday 20 May, 09:30-13:30
Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT Bring along your own fabric and spend the morning learning all the tips and techniques. All specialist blind making supplies are included. £50. Contact: www.madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk 07967 819540
Jewellery Valuation Day
Bonhams, 19 Palmeira Square, Hove BN3 2JN Bonhams Jewellery Specialist will be at the office to provide free and confidential auction valuations on items you are considering selling. To make an appointment, please contact Jenny Bouston on 01273 220 000 or email jenny.bouston@bonhams.com Thursday 21 May
Ditchling Film Society Blue Jasmine See Local Living
Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 8DX Come along tonight and find some bargains for sale. The shack equipment is also there for y ou to use. Contact: Stella Rogers, 07803 086838, newsletter@msars.org.uk, www.msars.org.uk
‘Let’s Dance Through the Years’ presented by Let’s Dance! (Hassocks)
The Martlets Hall, The Martlets Shopping Centre, Civic Way, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9NN A Dance Show with performers from 3 years old to Adult with a variety of music. Proceeds to WHIZZ-KIDZ. Tickets £12.00/Concessions £10.00. Contact: Irene Bates 01903 817029 robin@letdancehassocks.com www.letsdancehassocks.co.uk S u ss e x L i v i n g May 2015
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DiaryDates Sunday 24 May, 10:00-17:00
The South of England Food & Drink Festival
The South of England Showground, Ardingly RH17 6TL Wonderful artisan produce, tasting and voting for Sussex Street Food of the Year, Masterclasses hosted by Steven Edwards with music, entertainment and fun for all the family. £6 Adult Early Bird with FREE Child Entry. On gate £8 Adult, £2 Child, Under 5’s FREE. www.foodrockssouth.co.uk Bank Holiday Monday 25 May Village Fete: 12:00–16:00. Car Show: 10:00–16:00
Staplefield Village Fete and Car Show
Staplefield Common, Cuckfield Road, Staplefield RH17 6EU Traditional Village Fete with various family entertainments and excellent catering, plus a Classic Car Show with usually around 200 exhibits. Cost: Village Fete – Free. Car Show – Adults £1, Children 50p. Contacts: Fete: Elspeth Montgomery: 01444 400241 www.staplefieldvillage.co.uk Car Show: John Stevenson: 01444 400429 www.staplefieldcarshow.co.uk Bank Holiday Monday 25 May, 14:00-17:00
Northfields Open Garden
East Grinstead Road (A275), North Chailey BN8 4JB Charity fund raising open garden in aid of St Peter’s Church Re-ordering fund. Over an acre full of azaleas and rhododendrons, Beach Grass garden, poly tunnel and vegetable patch. Teas and homemade cakes plus plant stall. £4 admission, under 12s free Tuesday 26 May, 10:00-14:00
Fostering Drop-in Session
Southgate Avenue, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 6HG Come along to one of our information sessions to meet members of the Fostering Team, ask questions and discover more about what it takes to become a foster carer. To view our video on a real-life foster family, please visit our West Sussex videos pages and see our Fosteringthe inside story. Wednesday 27 May, 10:00-16:00
Paintings Valuation Day
Bonhams, 19 Palmeira Square, Hove BN3 2JN Bonhams Paintings Specialist will be at the office to provide free and confidential auction valuations on items you are considering selling. To make an appointment, please contact Jenny Bouston on 01273 220 000 or email jenny.bouston@bonhams.com
Cuckfield Dramatic Society The Importance of Being Ernest
Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield RH17 5EL This play is Oscar Wilde’s best loved play, a comedy of manners which pokes fun at the snobbishness and hypocrisy of the aristocracy. Tickets can be purchased in local shops at north and south of the village at Wealden Stores or Mansell McTaggart, paying by cash or cheque. Wednesday 27 May, 20:00–22:00
East Grinstead RSPB Local Group - In Archer’s Footsteps
Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT Illustrated Lecture. Birding in the Republic of Somaliland, perhaps the least known country for birding in the world – Nigel Redman. £4 for guests. Contact: Lesley Berry 01342 324955 Thursday 28 May - Tuesday 09 June Open Monday – Saturday 10:00-16:00 Sundays 14:00-16:00 (Closed Wednesdays)
Three Sussex Artists
The Grange Art Gallery, The Green, Rottingdean BN2 7HA An excitingly creative and inspiring exhibition of original images in print, paint and glass. Admission Free. Contact: Chris McEwan or Carol Lawson 01825 721321 lawson.mcewan@virgin.net www. lawsonmcewan.com or Elizabeth Lamont 01273 833242 www. elizabethlamont.co.uk Friday 29 May First Race: 14:20 Last Race: 17:40
Gentlemen’s Day
Brighton Racecourse, Freshfield Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN2 9XZ Enjoy a day at Brighton Racecourse with 7 thrilling races! FREE return shuttle bus from Brighton Train Station. Advance tickets from £11. Children under 18 go free. Contact: Brighton Racecourse 01273 603580 info@brighton-racecourse. co.uk www.brighton-racecourse. co.uk@BrightonRace Friday 29 May, 19:30 until Pub Closing Time
MSARS Fox Hunt
Cyprus Road Car Park, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 8DX Meet in the Cyprus Hall Car Park to start an evenings fun hunting out our ‘fox’ for the evening. Contact: Stella Rogers, 07803 086838, newsletter@msars.org.uk, www.msars.org.uk
Wednesday 27 May, 19:30
Saturday 30/Sunday 31 May
Trinity Road car park, Hurstpierpoint Circular ramble to the South of Hurstpierpoint. 4 miles. TQ281165. Contact: Phil 01273 835931
Various Locations Enjoy the beautiful local countryside at a 3km sponsored dof walk near you. Register today at 01293 447319, www.stch.org.uk/barkinthepark e: comfun@stch.org.uk
Mid Sussex Ramblers Hurstpierpoint Circular to the South
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Wednesday 27 - Saturday 30 May, 20:00
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St Catherines Hospice Bark in the Park
Saturday 30 May, 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, eggs and fish, traditional cheese, plants, home baked cakes and much more. Music and singing, weather depending, plus Hassocks Football Club promoting their services to the community. Contact: Sarah Lessacher, 07810 800248 or via Facebook “Hassocks Village Market” Saturday 30 May, 09:00-16:00
Haywards Guns Open Day
Buncton Barn, Buncton Lane, Bolney RH17 5RE Country Clothing, Shotguns and Air Rifles. Contact: 01444 882815 store@haywardsguns.co.uk www. haywardsguns.co.uk Saturday 30 May, 09:00-16:00
Children’s Green Woodworking
Shovelstrode Lane, Ashurstwood, Sussex RH19 3PH This one day course is aimed at learning basic green woodworking skills with your child - a wonderful bonding experience and hopefully the beginning of a shared passion for greenwood. £85. Contact: Lisa Aitken 07956 815458 info@forestgarden.info www.forestgarden.info
Marlene Woolgar bringing unique and individual character of the spirit communicator. £8 per person. Contact: Rachel 01273 391455 rachel.chitty@blindveterans.org.uk
Saturday 30 May, 19:30
Charity Ball
Sayers Common Village Hall, Sayers Common See Local Living Saturday 30 May, 20:00-22:45
Strictly Dance Magic
The Martlets Hall, Burgess Hill RH15 9NN Spring Dance. Ballroom, Latin & Sequence. Doors open 19:45. Pay at door - £7.50. Licensed Bar. Enquiries 01444 248926 or 0785 2330758 Sunday 31 May
Greater Haywards Heath Bike Ride See Local Living
Sunday 31 May, 10:00-12:00
Pond Dipping
Bedelands Nature Reserve – meet at car park off Leylands Road at 10:00 or at dipping pond if you are late and know where it is. Discover hidden mini beasts below the water. All equipment provided. Mary Smith (Secretary of Friends of Burgess Hill Green Circle Network) 01444 242667 mary.s.smith@talktalk.net
Saturday 30 May, See website for times
Sunday 31 May, 14:00
High Beeches Garden, Handcross, West Sussex RH17 6HQ Meet falcons and hawks up close. An opportunity to ‘have a go’ and fly the birds in a beautiful woodland setting. Admission to garden £7.00. Children under 14 free. Contact: Sarah Bray 01444 400589 gardens@highbeeches.com www.highbeeches.com
Hassocks Dale Avenue Long Stay car park (not Budgens) Halfway House - Clayton Coldharbour Farm - Danny Estate - Woodland Burial Ground Butchers Wood - Hassocks. 6 miles. TQ308154. Contact: Ann 01273 843850
Falconry Display and Hawk Walks
Saturday 30 May, 13:30-17:00
Open Garden
St Peter & St James Hospice, North Common Road, North Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 4ED Come and support the work that our wonderful and dedicated team of volunteer gardeners do on behalf of the Hospice. Enjoy the tranquil and beautiful setting of the Hospice set within 28 acres and with views of the South Downs. Enjoy a stroll in our Woodland Walk. Plant sale, home-grown plants and bedding plants donated by South Downs Nurseries. Other stalls. Band. Homemade refreshments. This event marks the start of our Open Garden programme for 2015, other gardens will be open across the summer raising money for the Hospice. See our website www.stpeter-stjames.org. uk for further information. Saturday 30 May, 19:30-21:00
Clairvoyant Evening
Telscombe Civic Centre, 360 South Coast Road, Telscombe BN10 7ES Evening with acclaimed clairvoyant
Mid Sussex Ramblers Hassocks Circular to the South and West
Sunday 31 May, 14:45-17:00
‘The Falsetto Sings Gilbert & Sullivan,’ presented by The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Sussex
The Birch Hotel, Lewes Road, Haywards Heath RH17 7SF The amazing Martin Milnes, actor, singer, director and writer in a new programme. Hear him sing baritone, tenor, and soprano! £4.50 for members and £9.50 for nonmembers, both prices to include interval refreshments. Advance booking only. Contact: Edwin Cowley 01342 715709 or ecowley@theiet.org wwwgilbertandsullivantoday.org.uk Sunday 31 May, 18:30-19:15
Choral Evensong
St Nicholas Church, Church Road, Crawley RH10 7RT A rare chance to listen to the traditional and beautiful service of Evensong held in ancient and tranquil surroundings. Contact: Sue Perry 03001118150 office@worthparish.org.uk or www.worthparish.org
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