Diary Dates September 2019 Do you have a Mid Sussex community or charity event to promote? Visiwww.sussexliving.com and fill in a Diary Dates form.
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DATES Sunday 01 September, Judging starts at 10:00 – Best in show, late afternoon
South Eastern Hound Club’s 52nd Premier Open Show
The Hickstead Showground BN6 9HS 25 different breeds have been entered in over 100 classes. You can meet knowledgeable people, in a garden party atmosphere, willing to talk about their hounds or help you decide which would be suitable for your family. Enquiries. southeasterhoundclub@outlook.com From 01 September
‘Harvest Home’ Cuckfield Museum, Queen’s Hall, Cuckfield RH17 5EL Cuckfield’s farming past. How did you use a horse rasp or a ‘beetle’? How did a dairymaid preserve her complexion? Entry free but donations appreciated. More information from www.cuckfieldmuseum.org Finishes Saturday 14 December. Sunday 01 – Monday 30 September, 10:00-16:30
Morris & Co. Inspired by Nature
Do you have a Mid Sussex community event to promote? Email info@sussexliving.com and ask for a Diary Dates form. Visit our Diary Dates page. on www.sussexliving.com There will also be one or two special extra days, so watch out for them too. £1 adults and accompanied children free.
Burgess Hill Girls School, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0EG Contact: Jim Etherington 01273 471897 jespeth@hotmail.com
Monday 02, 09, 16, 23 & 30 September, 08:00-17:00
Wednesday 04 September, 19:30 for 19:45-21:00
Gorringes, 15 North Street, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 2PE Gorringes hold a weekly Monday sale. This is a well-established auction holding between 600 and 800 lots of antique and other furniture, ceramics, jewellery, pictures, silver and collectables. 01273 472503 clientservices@gorringes.co.uk
St Thomas a Becket Church Hall, 23 Cliffe High Street, Lewes BN7 2AH Fiona, Head Gardener of Charleston Farmhouse on preserving the spirit of Vanessa Bell, Duncan Grant and Clive Bell’s 1950’s creation. £3 for guests, free for members. Sara Callarman 07952233865 lewes.gardensociety@hotmail.co.uk
Monday 02, 09, 16, 23 & 30 September, 20:00
Wednesday 04 September, 19:45
General Antiques & Collectables Auction
Minton Badminton Club
Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP We meet every Monday. New members would be most welcome – we are particularly short of men at the moment! Come along for a “taster” – no obligation to join. Contact: 01444 400054
Standen House & Garden, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE The exhibition tells the story of the origins of Morris & Co. and reveals the inspiration behind its iconic patterns. National Trust members free. Adults: £12.60. Child: £6.30. 0134 2323029 standen@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/standenhouse-and-garden Finishes Sunday 10 November.
Tuesday 03 September, 19:30-21:00
Sunday 01 - Monday 30 September, 10:00-17:00
Wednesday 04, 11, 18 & 25 September, 10:00-17:30
Sculpture Exhibition – 20th Anniversary
Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP An enticing collection of contemporary sculpture displayed within a stunning historic garden, featuring works in bronze, stone, metal, glass and ceramic. Price included in Garden admission. Andrew Loin 01444 450326 Sunday 01 September, 11:00-17:00
Oldland Windmill – History and Heritage Event Day Oldland Windmill, Oldlands Lane, Hassocks BN6 8ND There will be displays of heritage wheats and village life in bygone times by the U3A Local History Group. No vehicles allowed at the Mill. Please park in Grand Avenue near the Thatched Inn and either walk up Oldlands Lane or make use of the free minibus. Entry by a voluntary donation of £5 per person, £10 per family. www.oldlandwindmill.co.uk Sunday 01 & 15 September, 14:30-17:00
High Salvington Windmill Open Day – a fully working windmill from the 17th century High Salvington Windmill, Furze Road, High Salvington, Worthing BN13 3BP
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Worthing Antique, Arts & Collectors’ Club
Worthing Lecture Theatre (below main library) Richmond Road, Worthing BN11 1HD Our talk is by Damian Le Bas, The Stopping Places. A journey through Gypsy Britain. All are welcome. Annual membership is £30 or £5 per talk. Annual membership is £30 or £5 per talk.
Scone Wednesday
Steyning Tearooms, 32 High Street, Steyning BN44 3YE Buy any delicious homemade scone and get a free tea or coffee. Contact: 01903 810103 Wednesday 04, 11, 18 & 25 September, 12:30-15:00
The Young at Heart Club (Members & Non-members) The Salvation Army Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Musical guest, movie shows, guest speakers, quizzes, chair aerobics, craftwork etc. Members £5 per month, non-members £2 per week. 2 course lunch extra. Contact: Angela 07931 426691 angela.white@salvationarmyorg.uk Wednesday 04 September, 13:45pm for 14:00-16:30
Burgess Hill Flower Club
Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Demonstration by Michelle King, titled ‘Tour de France.’ Competition: Foliage only. Visitors £6.00, first visit free with Sussex Living magazine. Judith Alexander 01444 871886 Wednesday 04 September, 19:15 for 19:30
Mid Sussex Philatelic Society Members’ Displays
Fiona Dennis on The Garden at Charleston Farmhouse
Burgess Hill Horticultural Society - Open Meeting Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX The Natural Year in Focus, July – December. An illustrated talk with Peter Lovett, Sussex wildlife specialist and photographer. Admission: Members free, Visitors: £1. All welcome! www.burgesshillhorticulturalsociety. com 01444 245509 Thursday 05, 12, 19 & 26 September, 09:00-14:30
Every Thursday – Monday throughout September from 10:00-17:00
The Willows
Church Street, Warnham RH12 3DZ A private development of two, three and four bedroom houses and 4 one and two bedroom apartments. The Willows – 01403 611 191 Shanlyhomes.com Thursday 05 September, 12:00
Burgess Hill and District Probus Club Meeting
This event is for professional and business men. Lunch followed by a short talk by a professional speaker – providing an opportunity to meet with those of similar interest. 01444 236661 fredreynolds3672@gmail.com Friday 06 & 20 September, 09:30-15:00
The League of Friends of Crawley Hospitals’ (Charity No. 274855) Books Sales Crawley Hospital, West Green Drive, Crawley RH 11 7DH Lots of different books for sale from only 50p each. chlof2003@googlemail.com This is the League’s 70th Anniversary year.
The League of Friends of Crawley Hospitals’ (Charity No. 274855) Maria’s Good as New Sales
Friday 06 September, 11:00-16:00
Crawley Hospital, West Green Drive, Crawley RH 11 7DH Lots of items for sale. Donations of unused toiletries and any unwanted presents suitable for Raffle prizes needed, please. Contact: Maria 01293 403432. This is the League’s 70th Anniversary year.
Medway House, Lower Road, Forest Row RH18 5HE Kicking off Organic September with an amazing Cheese Tasting Day with Stephen from High Weald Dairy! Free entry. 01342 824673 info@seasonsforestrow.co.uk seasonsforestrow.co.uk
Thursday 05 – Sunday 08 September, 09:30-18:00
Friday 06, 13, 20 & 27 September, 19:00-22:00
Hever Castle, Hever, Edenbridge TN8 7NG Discover around 120 exhibitors from the UK’s finest designer makers and contemporary artists at this craft fair, organised by Craft in Focus. Gardens only: Adults: £14.95, Senior/student: £13.45, Child (5-17): £9.40, Under 5s free, Family: £41.40. hevercastle.co.uk info@hevercastle.co.uk 01732 865224
Steyning Tearooms, 31 High Street, Steyning BN44 3YE Friday evening bistro menu. Bring your own booze. 2 courses £20 and 3 courses £25. Call to book 01903 810103
Craft Fair
Thursday 05 September, 10:00-17:00
East Sussex Teachers Registration Open Day
The Mallings, 112 Malling Street, Lewes BN7 2RG Register with Class Cover for day to day, short / long term placements and permanent work for Teachers/ TAs/ LSAs / TEFL / SEN/ Nursery/ Primary/ Secondary/ Colleges. Contact: Lara@classcover.com 01273 957908 Every Thursday – Monday throughout September from 10:00-17:00
Clock Field
North Street, Turners Hill RH10 4NS A development of 33 three, four and five bedroom houses. Clock Field Marketing Suite 01342 616 105 clockfield@shanlyhomes.com shanlyhomes.com
Taster Day with High Weald Dairy
Friday Evening Bistro
Friday 06, 13, 20 & 27 September, 19:45-21:45 unless stated
Mid Sussex Amateur Radio Society
Rear basement of Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX For more information please contact: David Goatcher 07792 442314 www.msars.org.uk Saturday 07 September, 10:00-15:00
Forest Row Market
Hartfield Road, Forest Road, Forest Row RH18 5DZ Fine Foods and Crafts Market. Contact: Sue Young (Market Manager) 01342 778062 market@forestrow.gov.uk www.forestrow.gov.uk Saturday 07 September, Registration starts 12:00, Classes start 13:00
Haywards Heath Town
DIARY DATES Day Dog Show Victoria Park, 120 South Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4LR The Mewes Vets will once again be holding their annual dog show during the Haywards Heath Town Day Celebrations. There will be a good selection of classes to choose from and entries are just £2 per class. Saturday 07 September, 10:30-11:30
Coffee Morning, run by Burgess Hill Methodist
Burgess Hill Methodist Church, London Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8QD Entrance off Gloucester Road. Come and have a chat over tea or coffee. All welcome. No charge. 01444 236733 Saturday 07 September, 11:00-17:00
Festival of Hope: Caring for Creation
St Wilfrid’s Church, Church Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3QH Celebrating local initiatives towards environmental and community based projects and the craftsmanship of local people. Contact: Laura 07522 900226, Melvyn 01444 440084 Saturday 07 September, 12:00-15:00
Extinction Rebellion Malling Rec Beach Picnic
Malling Recreation Ground, Lewes BN7 2NW Come and learn about Extinction Rebellion and the potential impact of sea level rise on Lewes. Free. Extinction Rebellion Lewes, www.facebook.com/rebellewes
Saturday 07 September, 13:30-15:45
Burgess Hill Horticultural Society Flower and Produce Show Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX A traditional horticultural show, full of scents and colours to delight your senses! Also, refreshments, tombola, plant and produce stalls. Admission: 50p. 01444 245509. www.burgesshillhorticulturalsociety. com Saturday 07 September, 15:00
Bake with Jack
The Capitol Horsham, North Street, Horsham RH12 1RG Jack demystifies the baking process, demonstrating how to make a noknead focaccia in the intimate setting of The Capitol Studio. £5. www.thecapitolhorsham.com 01403 750220 Sunday 08 September, 10:00
Mid Sussex Ramblers – Hurstpierpoint to the West Trinity Road CP, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9SJ (free on Sundays) CP, Albourne, Truslers Hill Lane, Albourne Green, Coombe Farm, CP. TQ281165. 6.6mi/10.05km Moderate. Contact: Phil 01273 835931 Monday 09 September, 10:30-12:00
The Arts Society Steyning – GPO Film Unit Lecture The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft, Church Street, Steyning BN443XZ The birth of documentary films in the
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1930’s with clips from Victorian and Edwardian films by Howard Smith. Free to members £5.00 donation from visitors. www.theartssocietysteyning.org.uk From Monday 09 September Dolphin Ladies Swimming Club Ardingly College,West Sussex RH17 6SQ Every Monday morning this ladies only swimming club offers small friendly classes for beginners, improvers and advanced swimmers. Classes run during term time. There is no criteria to join, just a desire to swim. Ladies, get swimming, get fit, have fun! £35 for the 12 week term plus £10 annual joining fee. Please see website for more details www. dolphinladiesswimmingclub.co.uk For general enquiries or to book please call Margaret on 07564 874760 or visit our stand at Haywards Heath Town Day on Saturday 7th September. Season runs until 2nd December Monday 09 September, 10:00-12:00, Coffee 10:00 Talk 10:30-12:00
The Henfield Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield BN5 6DB Our own Jerry Nice will discuss the precocious talent of Rex Whistler. His achievements and his untimely death at the age of 39 during the Great War. Guests welcome to attend at £8.00 per lecture. Stephen Wyman 01273 494633 Monday 09 September, 19:45
Hassocks Field Society Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH “The Messel Family at Nymans” – a talk by Anthea Leaney. Members £1.50. Visitors £2.00. Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351 Monday 09 September, 19:45-22:00
Burgess Hill Choral Society New Season United Reformed Church Hall, Junction Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0JS Join us to sing Bach’s ‘Christmas Oratorio’ with dynamic and inspiring Musical Director Michael Stefan Wood BEM. For more info: 07522 493966 Monday 09 September, 20:00-23:00
The Arts Society Steyning
The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft, Church Street, Steyning BN443XZ Young Arts Presentation followed by Howard Smith giving an illustrated talk on the GPO Film Unit. Annual membership £38.00. Visitors £5.00 donation. 01903 812752 Monday 09 September, 14:30
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The Group for Unattached Men & Women Aged 50+ A pub in Burgess Hill A round of golf? Day at the races? Country walk? Dinner? Theatre, Quiz? Cinema? Holiday? These are events from The Group Diary. The Group meets in Burgess Hill on the second Monday evening of every month. Meetings also in Lewes, Brighton and Horsham. Visit www.thegroup.org.uk
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DIARY DATES and give one of the contact numbers a call. Tuesday 10 September, 10:00-12:00
Mid Sussex Older People’s Council is hosting A Morning with Paracise St Swithuns Church Hall, East Grinstead RH19 3BA Free event for over 60’s. Come along and give this low intensity exercise a try. Ideal for those who find regular fitness classes too demanding, or who haven’t exercised for a long time, or who are coming back from injury. Hot drinks and cakes will be served. Free event for over 60’s. Please book your place by Friday 6th September on 01444 242760 Tuesday 10 September, 18:30-22:30
Lindfield Bonfire Society Badge Night
The Stand Up Inn, Lindfield High Street RH16 2HN Come and meet LBS members, find out how to join our 125 year-old Society, and enjoy a performance by Skulldrummery. Contact: Sarah Tampion-Lacey 01444 487470 lindfieldbonfiresoc@gmail.com www.lindfieldbonfiresociety.co.uk From Tuesday 10 September Dolphin Ladies Swimming Club Ardingly College,West Sussex RH17 6SQ Every Tuesday morning this ladies only swimming club offers small friendly classes for beginners, improvers and advanced swimmers. Classes run during term time. There
is no criteria to join, just a desire to swim. Ladies, get swimming, get fit, have fun! £35 for the 12 week term plus £10 annual joining fee. Please see website for more details www. dolphinladiesswimmingclub.co.uk For general enquiries or to book please call Margaret on 07564 874760 or visit our stand at Haywards Heath Town Day on Saturday 7th September. Season runs until 3rd December Wednesday 11 September, 14:30
“Quirky Sussex” by Kevin Gordon King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH This is a light-hearted talk showing some rather strange Sussex places and people. You will learn about the Zulu Hole, Pyramids, Stuffed Kittens and Toad in the Hole and many more examples of old and new Sussex quirkiness! All welcome, entry free. John 01444 484470 Wednesday 11 September, 17:15-20:30
Open Evening
Warden Park Secondary Academy, Broad Street, Haywards Heath RH17 5DP Come and meet our staff and students and see how we inspire “the best from all.” 01444 457881 www.wardenpark.co.uk Wednesday 11 September, 19:45 for 20:00-22:00
Hassocks Horticultural Society Meeting – Hydrangeas Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH
Planting, pruning and how to keep hydrangeas blue. Roger Butler and colleague. Speciality Plant Growers, Golden Hill Nurseries, Kent. All welcome. Members £1.50. Refreshments included. Derek Swaine 01273 842516 Wednesday 11 – Saturday 14 September, 19:30
The Southwick Players – Moira Buffini’s “Dinner”
The Barn Theatre, 24 Southwick Street, Southwick BN42 4TE A black comedy. Contains adult themes and language. Tickets £12 from 01273 597094 southwickplayers.org.uk Wednesday 11 September, 20:00-21:30
Balcombe History Society
Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP Roy Bliss – ‘British propaganda from Sussex in WW2.’ How the propaganda battle was fought and the role Sussex played. £1 Member, £3 Visitors – includes refreshments. 01444 811641 Thursday 12 September, 10:00-13:00
Wellesley Wealth Advisory, Investment & Tax Planning Seminar Deans Place Hotel, Seaford Road, Alfriston BN26 5TW Listen to how Wellesley Wealth Advisory can help you protect your wealth with bespoke investment, pension and tax planning solutions. There is no entry fee, however guests
need to register by visiting www.wellesleywa.co.uk/events/ eastbourne or calling Eleanor Burgess on 01444 244551 Thursday 12 September, 14:00-16:00
Planning Care for the Future Mill View, Sunnyside Close, Dunnings Road, East Grinstead RH19 4QW Join us to hear Kieron Robertson and Fiona Dodd from Concierge Wealth Management explain the options for funding long-term care, including the benefits you may be entitled to and how to make savings go further. To find out more or to book your free place call us on 01342 887977 or amybatchlor@careuk.com Thursday 12 September, 11:00-16:00
Taster Day Organic Plant Based Delights
Medway House, Lower Road, Forest Row RH18 5HE Continuing with Organic September we will be sampling a huge array of Plant based foods and drink. Free. 01342 824673 info@seasonsforestrow.co.uk seasonsforestrow.co.uk Friday 13 September, 14:00-16:30
Strictly Dance Magic
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Doors open at 13:45. £6.00 on the door. Tea/Coffee and cake included. Ballroom, Latin and Sequence. Sprung Floor. Enquiries
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DIARY DATES www.strictlydancemagic.co.uk 01444 248926 or 07767 411115 Friday 13 September, 19:30
Oh! Carol – The Musical Story of Neil Sedaka and Howard Greenfield The Capitol Horsham, North Street, Horsham RH12 1RG Celebrating one of the most successful music partnerships, with hits like Calendar Girl, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do & Stupid Cupid. £22.50. www.thecapitolhorsham.com 01403 750220 Friday 13 September, 20:00-21:30
Burgess Hill Heritage and History Society Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX The Victoria Industrial Estate. Peter Liddell talks about the origin and development of the first Burgess Hill industrial estate. Members £1.50, guests £3.50 Saturday 14 September, 10:00-16:00
Ride & Stride
St Martins Chapel, Chailey Heritage Foundation, Chailey BN8 4EF Ride & Stride is a national event, organised by The National Churches Trust, encouraging people to walk or cycle between historic churches. To find out more: www.chf.org.uk/event-ride Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 September, 11:00-16:00
Flower Festival St Giles’ Church, Shermanbury RH13 8HF A magnificent display staged by Henfield Flower Club. Admission by Programme £5. Children under 15 free. Tea tent, car parking, toilet and other facilities. Funds raised to go towards cost of maintaining the fabric. Saturday 14 September, 12:30-14:30
Golden Jubilee Street Party St Francis Church, Priory Road, Hassocks BN6 8PS It’s our 50th Birthday! To celebrate, we are holding a Street Party and would love you to join us. Free for all the family. Contact: 07592 829431 or stfrancisstreetparty@gmail.com Saturday 14 September, 14:15
Hurstpierpoint Horticultural Society Autumn Show Club Suite, Village Hall, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Autumn flowers, vegetables, fruit, cookery, photography and children’s sections. Tea and home-made cake, raffle and auction at end of show. Exhibiting is free to all. For details pick up a schedule from Gibsons in Hurstpierpoint High Street. Saturday 14 September, 16:00 (gates open 14:30)
Handlebards performing Shakespeare’s The Tempest
£16, U16s £5 (£18 on the day). fohtcc@btinternet.com 01444 882649
Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP Leading independent nurseries from the Plant Fairs Roadshow, with optional bookable talk with Gardeners’ Question Time panellist Pippa Greenwood. Plant Fair: £7.00/person, Talk+Plant Fair: £13.60 RHS Members, £17.00 non-members. Andrew Loin 01444 450326 info@bordehill.co.uk, www.bordehill.co.uk
Saturday 14, 14, 20 or 21 September, After 17:30
Batty about Bats
Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB A fun, family friendly bat walk experience with games and a search for bats around the reserve. Watch bats feeding over the lagoon! £10 per person – advance booking only. 01903 881530 info.arundel@wwt.org.uk www.wwt.org.uk/arundel
Sunday 15 September, 17:00
Baroque Collective Singers Chailey Heritage Foundation, Haywards Heath Road (A272), North Chailey BN8 4EF A concert conducted by John Hancorn, who will be performing Faure’s Requiem, preceded by 10-15 minutes of a cappella repertoire. Tickets £20 and include a drinks reception. All funds raised will go directly to supporting children and young people with complex disabilities. Tickets: 01825 7247552 or fundraising@chf.org.uk
Saturday 14 September, 19:00
WALK TOGETHER for Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity Starting at Bedes School, Upper Dicker, East Sussex BN27 3QH A Circular route – 35km or 15km raising funds to support under 5s with cerebral palsy and other motor learning impairments. £40 Adult £11 Child (Discounted rate for groups of 6 or more £20 per person). For further information please contact: Natalie Hogben 01444 473274 or email: Natalie.hogben@dvlcc.org.uk
Sunday 15 September, 19:30
Wivelsfield Films – ‘Yesterday’ 12A
Wivelsfield Films, Off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG A toe-tapping comedy and tribute to The Beatles. Tickets £6 in advance from the Post Office and Village Stores or The Cock Inn, or online via the Facebook page. Homemade cakes, ice creams and drinks served before the film and during the interval.
Sunday 15 September, 10:00-15:00, Talk 15:00-16:30
Cuckfield Park, Cuckfield RH17 5AB By popular demand, the four girls on bicycles are back for an open-air performance of The Tempest. Adult
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DIARY DATES Monday 16 September, 14:00 for 14:15-16:30
Mid Sussex Philatelic Society
King Edward Hall, Lindfield RH16 2SL Lunch at the Bent Arms from 12.00. Visit from Croydon Philatelic Society. Contact: Jim Etherington 01273 471897 jespeth@hotmail.com Monday 16 September, 19:45-21:15
East Grinstead Natural History Society
St Barnabas Church Hall, Dunnings Road, East Grinstead RH19 4AT Su Reed – ‘Wildlife & Plants in unusual places’ (Naturalist and member of Horsham Natural History Society). £4.50 for guests including refreshments. 01342 315051 Monday 16 September, 20:00-23:00
The Group, a club for unattached men and women aged 50+ Worthing Opening at a new Worthing venue – Country walk? Dinner? Theatre? A round of golf? Day at the races? Quiz? Cinema? Holiday? These are events from the Group diary. The Group meets in Worthing on the third Monday evening of every month. Meetings also in Brighton, Lewes, Burgess Hill and Horsham. Visit www.thegroup.org.uk and give one of the contact numbers a call. Tuesday 17 September, 19:45
Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting
Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre,
Trinity Road, BN6 9UY The tale of the gamekeeper’s daughter (and life in service at Holmsted Manor) by Joy Madgwick. Visitors welcomed. Contact: Jane Biggs. 01273 834421 Tuesday 17 September, 20:00-22:00
Lindfield & District Folk Dance Club
Ashenground Community Centre, Vale Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4JR Folk dancing for fun, no partner needed. £3 including tea/coffee and biscuit at half time. First evening free. Contact: Mike 01444 482741 Thursday 18 September, 09:30-16:00
Knepp Gift Fair
Knepp Castle, Shipley RH13 8LJ Come along to indulge in a unique shopping experience in the beautiful grounds of Knepp Castle and help raise money for your local hospice, St Catherine’s. 10% of everything you spend at the Fair goes to support St Catherine’s. Many stalls include produce, gifts and much more. Teas, coffees and light lunches available. Entry £5 on the door. Contact: Suzanne 01273 447367 Wednesday 18th September, Coffee 10:00, Lecture: 10:00-11:50
The Arts Society Mid Sussex
Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Lecture by Anthea Streeter on ‘The Centenary of the Bauhaus Movement.’ Non-members welcome: £7 on door.
escape Find your great th is autumn at Arundel Wetland Centre
Wednesday 18 September, 11:00-15:00
Charters Village, in West Sussex, invites you to their Open Day! Charters Village, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 2JR Discover what retirement living at Charters Village could offer you or a loved one at our fabulous event this September! Contact: 01342 870871 www.chartersvillage.co.uk chartersvillagesales@ retirementvillages.co.uk Wednesday 18 September, 14:30-16:30
St Symphorian’s You Group – 50 years of Wadars
The Atkinson Room, St Symphorian’s Church Hall, Durrington BN13 3HU A friendship group sharing fresh knowledge, friends and experiences. Talk the work of Wadars. £3 per person includes refreshments. Jane Winter 01903 268109 theoffice@stsymphorians.co.uk Wednesday 18 September, 20:00
The Mid-Sussex Franco-British Society
Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN This is an informal get-together of members and visitors enjoying a convivial evening of conversation, tombola and a glass of wine, followed by a brief A.G.M. Wednesday 18 September, 20:00-22:00
Royal Marines Association, Brighton & Hove District
Adur Bowling Club, Recreation Ground, Old Barn Way, Southwick BN42 4NT Socials – Battle of Trafalgar Meeting and Social. Contact Secretary as alternates between two venues. £3 Branch Membership. Contact: Maureen Copelin Maureen.copelin@ntlworld.com 01273 236437 Friday 20 September, 18:00-21:00
Evening Wedding Showcase Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Wych Cross, Nr Forest Row RH18 5JR Explore Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club as your potential dream wedding venue. Meet suppliers, sample canapes and taste wines. Free Entry. 01342 824988 Friday 20 - Sunday 22 September, 09:00-18:00
Bentley Woodfair
The Bentley Estate, Harveys Lane, Nr Halland BN8 5AF This popular family weekend fair celebrates wood and the English countryside taking place in the beautiful grounds of the Bentley Estate. £10 Friday, £12 Saturday and Sunday, £10 Concession +65 years. 01949 829061 woodfair.2019@outlook.com www.bentleywoodfair.co.uk Friday 20 - Sunday 22 September, 11:00-18:00 (17:00 Sunday)
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5&6 October 10.30am-5.00pm Experience the sights and sounds of the countryside, and celebrate the end of the harvest at this wonderful seasonal show! www.wealddown.co.uk 01243 811363 PO18 0EU
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Family Raceday Sunday 22nd September Gates Open 12noon • First Race 2:15pm • Last Race 5:15pm
Entertainment
Fun Fair, Food and Drink Concessions, Picnic Area, Hospitality Options, Restaurants, Betting Facilities.
Free Entertainment
Mascot Race, Derby Horse Hoppers, Face Painting, Sussex Falconry Static Display, Rodeo Bull, Farm Yard Softplay.
Plus many more attractions! Tickets from £14 in advance!
Tel. 01273 890383 | racing@plumptonracecourse.co.uk www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk
Poppy & Branch appearing at intervals.
DIARY DATES art fair. 53 leading galleries: 600 artists: 6,000 original prints, paintings and sculptures. £8 on the door: £6 online. Private View 5.30pm 19th £10 online. Freshartfair.net/contact Friday 20 September, 19:15-21:45
Music for Everyone
The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Doors open at 18:00. Organist/ keyboard player John Cooper. Entry £5 on door. Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269 Saturday 21 September, 10:00-13:00
Repair Café Forest Row
Community Centre, Hartfield Road, Forest Row RH18 5DZ If your jeans need patching, your bike is squeaking or your kettle won’t boil, bring it along and see if we can help. Free to enter. All repairs are free, but donations will be gratefully received towards ongoing costs of the service. www.facebook.com/ RepairCafeForestRow Saturday 21 September, 10:00-14:00
Balcombe Village Craft, Gift & Produce Market
Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 1BP Come and meet friends. We have a lovely assortment of unique stalls and produce. Tiggers Pre School running the charity table and providing refreshments. Info: 01444 811462
Saturday 21 September, 09:30-11:30
Saturday 21 September, 19:30-22:00
Hurst College Prep School, Chalkers Lane, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9JS Provides an opportunity to tour the facilities, listen to presentations by the Headmaster and current pupils and meet key members of staff. Christina Treadaway 01273 836927 www.hppc.co.uk/Open-mornings Christina.treadaway@hppc.co.uk
St Wilfrids Church, Church Road, Haywards Heath Pianist Rhythmie Wong, winner of the New York International. Artist Piano Competition, will play works by Ravel, Rachmaninov and other classical composers. £12 members, £15 non members. Student and family ticket concessions. 6 concert season tickets incl. membership only £60! Christine Colbourne 01444 456227 www. haywardsheathmusicsociety.org.uk
Hurst College Prep and Pre-Prep Open Morning
Saturday 21 September, 10:30-13:00
Hurst College 13+ Open Morning
Hurst College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9JS Provides an opportunity to tour the facilities, listen to presentations by the Headmaster and current pupils and meet key members of staff. Dianne Allison 01273 836937 www.hppc.co.uk/Open-mornings registrar@hppc.co.uk Saturday 21 September, 14:00
Afternoon Cello Recital with Cream Teas St John the Evangelist Church, Lower Church Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9AA A renowned Cello player Frantisel Brikcius will be performing a recital in our wonderful historical Church building, followed by Cream Teas. £12 including the refreshments. Tickets: Amelia 01444 230499, Ticketsource and Town Help Point, stjohnsbh.admin@icloud.com
Haywards Heath Music Society Concert
Sunday 22 September, 11:00-16:30
ABC Animal Sanctuary Harvest Fayre
Juggs Lane, West Chiltington RH20 2JS A fun-packed Harvest Fayre to meet the animals plus musical entertainment, food, stalls and children’s activities. Entrance £5.00, children under 14 free. Annette Gardner 07956 924329 cheryl@abcanimalsanctuary.co.uk www.abcanimalsanctuary.co.uk Sunday 22 September, Gates Open 12:00, First Race 14:15, Last Race 17:15
Family Raceday
Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton BN7 3AL Tickets from £14 in advance! U18s Free. Entertainment: Fun Fairr, Food and Drink Concessions, Picnic Area, Hospitality Options, Restaurants, Betting Facilities, plus plenty of free entertainment. 01273 890383
Monday 23 September, 19:45
Hassocks Field Society Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH “Hurst Haven for Hedgehogs” a talk by Anne Winney. Members £1.50. Visitors £2.00. Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351 Wednesday 25 September, 20:00-22:00
Sussex Bonsai Group – Group Meeting
Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road, Wivelsfield RH17 7QH We will be holding our annual Auction of all Bonsai related products including Trees and Pots, Accessories etc. First visit free. Tea and coffee will be available. Contact: Ray Brunsden 01444 244267 ray.b@talktalk.net Wednesday 25 September, 19:45-22:00
Broadwater Warren – How to make an RSPB Nature Reserve The Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT Alan Loweth will show how a drab plantation has been turned into a vibrant home for many species. £4 RSPB group members, £5 nonmembers. Contact: Phil Holland 01342 311295 Thursday 26 September, 14:00-16:00
Eastbourne Blind Society
124 – 142 Longstone Road, Eastbourne BN22 8DA Social gathering for those who have worked or volunteered in the NHS or Social Care. Annual membership
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DIARY DATES fee £20. Meeting charge – members £1, visitors £2. Contact: Jane Dubery 01323 726811. Every last Thursday, but not December. Thursday 26 – Sunday 29 September, various times
David Walliams ‘Billionaire Boy’ The Capitol Theatre, North Street, Horsham RH12 1RG From the award-winning producers of Gangsta Granny – Live on stage! Box Office: 01403 750220 Wednesday 26 September, 18:30-20:30
West Sussex County Council Fostering Information Session County Hall North (Parkside) Bodium Room, Chart Way, Horsham RH12 1XH If you’re thinking about fostering, our information sessions are the best way to find out more about the fostering process. Friday 27 September, 10:00-12:00
Macmillan Coffee Morning Hurstpierpoint Bowls Club, South Avenue Hurstpierpoint BN69QB Coffee morning run by a group of friends with various stalls, raffle and tombola. All funds to Macmillan Cancer Support. £3.50 to include coffee and cake. Margaret 01273 833556
Cake stall (more welcome on the day to sell!) and delicious coffee. Bring & Buy stall plus fantastic raffle. Come along and meet your friends and neighbours. Also Brunch on Sunday 29th September. Contact: holeevelyn@gmail.com
mark the babies’ burial ground. Please let Cuckfield Parish Council know if you would like to come: 01444 451610 or email clerk@cuckfield.gov.uk
Saturday 28 September, 09:00-12:30
Trinity Road CP, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9SJ CP, Wanbarrow Farm, Randolph’s Farm, Foxhole Cottages, Wolstonbury Hill, Danny, Hurstpierpoint. One steep ascent. 5.5mi/8.9km Moderate. Paul 07711772853 on the day or 01444 441530
Hassocks Village Market
National Tyres Forecourt, 60 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AR Held every 4th Saturday in the month, this is a lively and bustling village market supporting local producers and crafts people. Huge selection of fresh produce, plants and much more. Contact: hassocksvillagemarket1@ gmail.com or via Facebook ‘Hassocks Village Market’. Saturday 28 September, 10:00-12:00
Traidcraft Stall, Coffee Morning and Messy Church Hassocks United Reformed Church, 23 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AB Traidcraft Stall. Sample a cup of fairly traded Machu Pichu ground coffee. Children’s activities. Julia Scotland, 01444 871812, 07522866237, julia@pjscot2.plus.com Saturday 28 September, 14:00
Friday 27 September, 10:00-12:00
Feathered Bench Dedication Ceremony
Sayers Common Village Hall, London Road, Sayers Common BN6 9HX
Cuckfield Churchyard and afterwards at the Old School, RH17 5JZ A ceremony to dedicate the Feathered Bench created by Christian Funnell to
Spectacular Coffee Morning for Macmillan
Sunday 29 September, 10:00
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Monday 30 September
The Mewes Vets Pet First Aid Course The Yews Community Centre, Boltro Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1BJ Come along to one of our Pet First Aid Courses, for just £24 per attendee. You could learn skills that could make a real difference in an animal emergency. To book your place please call the team on 01444 456886. Please note spaces must be booked and paid for no later than Friday 20th September.
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