A recent discovery of an exchange of letters between John Maynard Keynes and the Reverend Kenneth Rawlings from 1936 to 1944 showed the way in which... more >

King’s Church, Brooks Road, Lewes BN7 2BY

Mon 13 May 24

The Precious Metal Roadshow - SELL YOUR GOLD AND SILVER - INSTANT CA

?? Discover the Value of Your Treasures at Our Exclusive Buying Event! ?? Are you ready to turn your old gold, silver, coins, watches, and..... more >

The Cavendish Hotel, 38 Grand Parade, Eastbourne BN21 4DH

Mon 13 May 24

Cafe Culture

In a Parisian cafe, there you sit with your croissant and café au lait. The croissant is warm, buttery and with every bite comes great delight… and a..... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sun 12 May 24

Mountfield Court - Open Garden for NGS

3 acre wild woodland garden with bluebell lined walkways through exceptional rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, and other flowering shrubs... more >

Mountfield Court, Robertsbridge TN32 5JP

Sun 12 May 24

Neon Nights: Brighton

Brighton has never looked better than in our Neon Nights: Brighton artwork. Add a pop of colour to Brighton town and the iconic landmarks like the..... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 11 May 24

Family Friendly: Crush

Find your creative spark as you mix, dip, splash and play your way from a blank canvas to a colourful masterpiece with this family friendly session... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 11 May 24

Verdi Requiem

A performance of Verdi's stunning Requiem with Eastbourne Symphony Orchestra, Hailsham Choral and the ES Chorus... more >

St Saviour’s Church, South Street, Eastbourne BN21 4UT

Sat 11 May 24

Heathfield Silver Band “”MOVIE BLOCKBUSTERS”” CONCERT

Heathfield Silver Band “”MOVIE BLOCKBUSTERS”” CONCERT - SATURDAY 11 May 2024 State Hall (Kings Church) Heathfield, TN21 8LD Tickets From Gemini... more >

State Hall (Kings Church) Heathfield TN21 8LD

Sat 11 May 24

96 Ashford Road - Open Garden for NGS

Small (100ft x 52ft) Japanese inspired front and back garden. Full of interesting planting with many acers, azaleas and bamboos... more >

96 Ashford Road, Hastings TN34 2HZ

Sat 11 May 24

Escape to the Country

Capture the serenity of the English Countryside with this UK-inspired artwork. Whether you are a seasoned painter (like us) or simply a beginner, one..... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Thu 9 May 24

The Arts Society Ashdown Forest presents a lecture by Daniel Snowman

In his lecture Daniel Snowman will provide us with a richly illustrated history of an art form that incorporates all the others... more >

Crowborough Community Centre Pine Grove TN6 1FE

Thu 9 May 24

Midweek Special: Big Blue

Splash around in the paint (and your beverage) and join us as we add vibrant swirls and colourful hills to your canvas... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Wed 8 May 24

Dylan Dodds: GroundDodds Day

Do you ever get Déjà vu? Dylan’s last show (“an innovative way to experience a quarter-life crisis” – the Wee Review) ended with him deciding to..... more >

69 Upper N St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 3FL

Wed 8 May 24

Under The Sea

Let your imagination swim in colour as you create your own underwater world with a few friendly guests (the turtles, obvi). more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Mon 6 May 24

Wave after Wave

Let’s go to the beach-each, let’s go get a wave. Let’s paint what we wanna paint (hint: it’s Wave after Wave)... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Mon 6 May 24

The Insurrection Shuffle

A show that conjures up a rich and absurd world and invites you to play. With Chris Cresswell’s interactive brand of clown based chaos, crammed with..... more >

Brighton Spiegeltent Old Steine Pleasure Gardens, Brighton BN1 1GY

Mon 6 May 24

Maspindzeli Georgian Choir and Slavic Voices Choirs

Songs from thousands of miles away welcome you into Spring and are brought to your doorstep by two internationally renowned choirs, presenting folk... more >

Spiegeltent, Old Steine Gardens, Brighton BN1 1EH

Mon 6 May 24

Antique & Collecors Fair in EAST SUSSEX

Well Established Event over 20yrs with 25 Tables full of Antiques & Collectables. Easy Parking & Refreshments Available...... more >

Reid Hall is in Boreham Street (1 mile south of Herstmonceux and 5 miles north of Bexhill on Sea BN27 4SD

Sun 5 May 24

Paint Your Pet

Bring your pet to life with their very own paw-trait. Our hosts will do a pre-sketch of your adorable pet based on a photo you send to us in advance..... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sun 5 May 24

Happy Hour

Whether it’s a Spicy Margarita, a Cosmopolitan or a Martini (shaken not stirred, obvs), let us fill up your glass (metaphorically and at the bar)... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sun 5 May 24

Family Friendly: Ladybug Love

Find your creative spark as you mix, dip, splash and play your way from a blank canvas to a colourful masterpiece with this family friendly session... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 4 May 24

Grow How

Dobbies is encouraging gardeners to brighten up their garden with summer bedding plants at its free Grow How session, taking place on Saturday 4 May... more >

Warren Road, Brighton BN2 9XX

Sat 4 May 24

Lewes Craft and Gift Market

An established and expanding Craft and Gift Market selling quailty productys in this historic tourist town... more >

Lewes Town Hall, High Street Lewes, East Sussex. BN7 2QS

Sat 4 May 24

Femme Fatale

Femme Fatale is all about expression and bringing your most authentic self to canvas. Whether you are red and fiery, yellow and charismatic, orange..... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 4 May 24

Spring Festival 2024

We are at it AGAIN! We'll have three unforgettable days of music, magic, and entertainment. The best local bands, artists, and DJs will be..... more >

Newhaven Bandstand BN9 9BA

Fri 3 May 24

Tales in the Key of Terror - Spooky Storytelling Performance

You are cordially invited to a spooky storytelling performance by author and actor C.J. Carter-Stephenson. Prepare to be scared as C.J... more >

St. Mary’s Church, 61 St James’s Street, Brighton BN2 1PR

Fri 3 May 24

Age is a Stage Drama Workshops for the over 50s

Let the fun begin! Age is a Stage fun filled weekly drop-in sessions are for anyone aged 50+, held on Friday mornings at the Theatre Royal... more >

Theatre Royal, New Road, Brighton BN1 1SD

Fri 3 May 24

The Attic Art Club Summer Exhibition

Come and experience the interesting exhibition of original artwork by talented local artists. All are welcome to the Friday open evening ,with..... more >

Ditchling Village Hall Sussex BN6 8TT

Fri 3 May 24

The Burning Cycle

Polly Callder curates an exhibition of paintings and ceramics by two artists from two generations. more >

Hastings Arts Forum 20 Marine Court St Leonards on Sea TN38 0DX

Thu 2 May 24

In Bloom

Just like this artwork, you’re blooming beautiful. Embrace your inner beauty with this stunning artwork that’d look perfect in any home. more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Thu 2 May 24

Sheffield Park and Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Magnificent, landscaped garden laid out in C18 by Capability Brown and Humphry Repton covering 120 acres (40 hectares)... more >

Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield TN22 3QX

Thu 2 May 24

Both Sides Now 9: GENERATIONS, International Film Screening

Humanity stands at the brink of a new era of automation, poised for a profound transformation. The latest advances in artificial intelligence (AI)..... more >

Fabrica 40 Duke Street Brighton BN1 1AG

Tue 30 Apr 24

National Boba Tea Day

Celebrate National Boba Tea Day with us! First 100 customers get a FREE regular boba from a select menu and first 50 customers also get a FREE merch..... more >

CUPP, 25 Bond Street, Brighton BN1 1RD

Tue 30 Apr 24

Textured Art: Dusk Dancer

Textured Art combines paint and clay to create a three-dimensional artwork that looks perfect in any home. Ideally yours... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sun 28 Apr 24

Spicy Señorita

This simple yet stunning artwork will inspire you to host your next Spanish inspired dinner party or cook up a spicy meal for your nearest and... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sun 28 Apr 24

Kidical Mass

A free and fun family bicycle ride returns to the city’s streets - Kidical Mass. The child-friendly event follows the massive success of the first..... more >

The Peace Statue, Kingsway, Hove BN3 2WN

Sun 28 Apr 24

The Wealden Trio - Piano Trio Recital

Schubert’s B flat piano trio is a large-scale work in four movements completed in the last year of the composer’s life... more >

St Andrew’s Alfriston BN26 5TL

Sat 27 Apr 24

Cotton Candy Skies

A sky so good that you want to eat it, but please don’t. Cotton Candy Skies looks like it was pulled straight from Pinterest, with its soft pastel..... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sat 27 Apr 24

Banks Farm - Open Garden for NGS

9 acre garden set in rural countryside. Extensive lawns and shrub beds merge with the more naturalistic woodland garden set around the lake... more >

Banks Farm, Lewes BN8 5DY

Sat 27 Apr 24

Laughter for Life - Free Drop in Drama Classes from Age is a Stage

Fun-filled workshops to stretch your creative muscles. Gentle warm-ups, games and comic exercises will get you laughing... more >

The Edge Community Centre, 83 Pankhurst Avenue, Brighton BN2 9AD

Sat 27 Apr 24

The Oast - Open Garden for NGS

A south facing, gently sloping 1 acre garden with a lovely view, herbaceous borders and a ½ acre wildflower meadow... more >

The Oast, Mayfield TN20 6TN

Sat 27 Apr 24

Neon Nights: Van Glow

Calling all art enthusiasts and party lovers, this ones for you. Get arty while you party under UV lights as you explore the world of art, play..... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Fri 26 Apr 24

Kendal Mountain Tour 2024: Adventure Films + Guest Speaker

Prepare for an unforgettable night of adventure as the Kendal Mountain Tour 2024 comes to life! Join us on a journey through the world's..... more >

The Old Market, Upper Market Street, Hove BN3 1AS

Thu 25 Apr 24

World’s End Pub: Midsummer Nights

Mentally, I’m on the boat. Bask in the warm Midsummer Night skies of orange and purple hues at Brighton’s World’s End Pub famous for its arcades and..... more >

Worlds End Pub, 60-61 London Rd Brighton BN1 4JE

Thu 25 Apr 24

Eastbourne 6 aside football league

Leisure Leagues are delighted to announce the arrival of a brand new 6 a side football league in Eastbourne, starting on Wednesday April... more >

Eastbourne Sports Park, Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne BN21 2UF

Wed 24 Apr 24

Midnight Moon

A crowd pleaser, Midnight Moon is just like you – bold, powerful and FUN. Learn easy art techniques from our talented artist as you sip, dip, slash,..... more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sun 21 Apr 24

Neon Nights: You WIsh

The fun continues after dark with our Neon Nights paint and sip experience, where your creation glows under UV lights. It’s light off, party on. more >

Pinot & Picasso Brighton, Ground Floor, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton BN1 4AF

Sun 21 Apr 24

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Things to do around East Sussex

East Sussex, a picturesque county on the southeastern coast of England, offers a wide range of activities for a memorable day out. Whether you're interested in history, outdoor adventures, or cultural experiences, there's something for everyone. Let's explore some of the best things to do in East Sussex:

1. Royal Pavilion in Brighton:
- Begin your day by visiting the Royal Pavilion in Brighton. This exotic palace, built for King George IV, combines Regency grandeur with Indian and Chinese visual styles. Explore its colorful interiors, stunning gardens, and learn about its fascinating history.

2. The Lanes in Brighton:
- Afterward, wander through The Lanes, an area known for its eclectic mix of shops, boutiques, and restaurants. Explore the narrow alleys, discover unique treasures, and enjoy a meal at one of the charming eateries.

3. Seven Sisters Country Park:
- For nature enthusiasts, head to the Seven Sisters Country Park. Hike along the dramatic chalk cliffs, enjoy panoramic views of the English Channel, and spot wildlife. It's a great spot for picnics and photography.

4. Battle Abbey and Battlefield:
- Visit Battle Abbey and Battlefield, where the historic Battle of Hastings took place in 1066. Explore the abbey ruins, learn about the Norman Conquest, and enjoy the serene surroundings.

5. Hastings Old Town:
- Explore Hastings Old Town, a charming area with cobbled streets, historic buildings, and fishing boats. Visit the Fishermen's Museum, stroll along the seafront, and enjoy fresh seafood.

6. Rye:
- Discover the medieval town of Rye, known for its preserved architecture and quaint streets. Climb to the top of St. Mary's Church for panoramic views of the surrounding countryside¹.

7. Bodiam Castle:
- Head to Bodiam Castle, a 14th-century moated castle surrounded by lush greenery. Explore its towers, drawbridge, and picturesque setting. It's a great spot for history enthusiasts and photographers.

8. Lewes Castle and Anne of Cleves House:
- In Lewes, visit Lewes Castle for its panoramic views of the town and countryside. Explore the nearby Anne of Cleves House, a Tudor timber-framed building with a fascinating history.

9. Beachy Head and Birling Gap:
- Take a scenic drive to Beachy Head and Birling Gap. Admire the white cliffs, walk along the coastal paths, and breathe in the fresh sea air. It's a stunning natural landscape.

10. Charleston Farmhouse:
- For art and culture, visit Charleston Farmhouse, the former home of the Bloomsbury Group. Explore its vibrant interiors, gardens, and learn about the influential artists and writers who lived here.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or cultural exploration, East Sussex promises an enriching and diverse day out!