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

Discover Clubs and Organisations in East Sussex

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

Ti Amo Tuscany

Enjoy the views under the Tuscan sun in just three hours. Escape to the vineyards of Tuscany while sipping back with your finest drop... more >

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

Sat 20 Apr 24

King Protea

Despite its simplicity, like me, King Protea is loved by all and the perfect artwork for every occasion... more >

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

Sat 20 Apr 24

Winchelsea's Secret Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

With several properties changing hands, Winchelsea's offering is temporarily less extensive than usual, but we have two fascinating new gardens... more >

Winchelsea’s Secret Gardens, Winchelsea TN36 4EN

Sat 20 Apr 24

The Garden House - Open Garden for NGS

One of Brightons secret gardens. We aim to provide year-round interest with trees, shrubs, herbaceous borders and annuals, fruit and vegetables, two..... more >

The Garden House, Brighton BN1 4NT

Fri 19 Apr 24

The Garden Show at Firle Place

Firle, Nr Lewes BN8 6LP 19 – 21 April 2024 10am – 5pm Daily Art, Design, Your Garden & You! Over 200 stalls: plenty of plants, garden goods &..... more >

Firle Place Lewes East Sussex BN8 6LP

Fri 19 Apr 24

Pomona Paradise

Unleash your inner goddess (and artist) as you sip, dip, splash, slosh in this session that will leave you feeling refreshed, inspired and with a... more >

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

Thu 18 Apr 24

CLOGG Comedy 50 ApThrill

Once again it's our yearly Brighton Fringe Preview Special and it's bigger, better and brattier than ever!... more >

The Caroline of Brunswick 39 Ditchling Rd Brighton BN1 4SB

Thu 18 Apr 24

Guess Boo? The Mystery of my Nans Ashes

Join your host Mystic Smeg on a slightly spiritual & overly sexual journey into the spirit realm to Guess Who's ashes are in his Nans... more >

The Brunswick, 1 Holland Rd, Brighton and Hove BN3 1JF

Wed 17 Apr 24

Agatha Crusty and the Medieval Murders

Crime novelist, Agatha Crusty (pronounced Croosty) attends a genealogy course in Bramwell Towers, the medieval home of the Crowe family now owned by... more >

Rottingdean Public Hall Park Road Rottingdean Brighton BN2 7HL

Wed 17 Apr 24

Soco Artists Open IV

SoCo artists return to Hastings Arts Forum for their Spring exhibition. SoCo is a dynamic group of professional artists working on the South Coast..... more >

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

Tue 16 Apr 24

Lewes History Group | Heather Downie: The South Street Story

At the next Lewes History Group meeting Heather Downie will give a talk to launch ‘South Street’, the latest addition to the LHG Street Stories... more >

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

Mon 15 Apr 24

The Rock House

The Rock House is Carousel's regular Brighton gig, featuring loads of excellent bands, some who have learning disabilities and some who... more >

2,3, 4 Trafalgar Arches, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 4FQ

Mon 15 Apr 24

The Seagull & the Cat who taught it to fly

Award-winning Pericles Theatre Company bring their latest show to Hartfield Village Hall on Sunday 14th April... more >

Hartfield Village Hall, High Street, Hartfield TN7 4AD

Sun 14 Apr 24

Paint Your Partner

Paint Your Partner puts a cheeky spin on a romantic date night as you put your love and faith to the creative test of portrait painting... more >

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

Sun 14 Apr 24

Romantic Rollercoaster

Sussex Concert Orchestra presents a concert of romantic music by Brahms - Two Hungarian dances, Mendelssohn – Symphony No 3, Scottish and... more >

St Barnabas Church, Bexhill TN40 1JG

Sun 14 Apr 24

The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Sussex presents: Patience

The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Sussex presents: Patience (a concert version) starring Godalming Operatic Society. Sunday 14th April, 2.45pm... more >

Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road, Wivelsfield RH17 7QH

Sun 14 Apr 24

Plants over People

Plants Over People? Now you’re speaking my language. Replace real indoor plants with this artwork nursery of greenery with a background of soft pinks..... more >

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

Sat 13 Apr 24

Good Vibrations

It’s such a good vibration. It’s such a sweeeeet sensation. It’s good times only with this beachy artwork where you don’t have to worry about the..... more >

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

Sat 13 Apr 24

St Wilfrid's Craft Fair

A wide variety of crafts from local craftspeople. Free entry, refreshments served, and parking available. All very welcome to browse or buy. more >

St Wilfrid’s Church & Hall, Collier Avenue, Pevensey Bay BN24 6HL

Sat 13 Apr 24

5 Coastguard Cottages - Open Garden for NGS

This iconic garden at Coastguard Cottages overlooking the Seven Sisters will be known to many from a distance, but this garden is rarely seen... more >

5 Coastguard Cottages, Seaford BN25 4AR

Sat 13 Apr 24

Afternoon Tea and Planting Experience

Dobbies is inviting plant enthusiasts and foodies alike to a brand new Afternoon Tea and Planting Experience, giving each attendee a planter worth... more >

Warren Road, Brighton BN2 9XX

Sat 13 Apr 24

No.5

This soft pink, floral artwork is perfectly paired with a large glass of wine in hand and a fabulous group of friends by your side... more >

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

Fri 12 Apr 24

The Seagull & the Cat who taught it to fly

Award-winning Pericles Theatre Company bring their latest show, “The Seagull and the Cat”, to Crowborough Community Centre on 12th April... more >

Crowborough Community Centre, Pine Grove, Crowborough TN6 1FE

Fri 12 Apr 24

Into the Lion’s Den

Why this artwork? Because you’re the mane event. Using a base of neutral colours, Into the Lion’s Den channels the king of the jungle with a..... more >

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

Thu 11 Apr 24

The Arts Society Ashdown Forest lecture by Tony Tucker

‘This is Wren - the Classical, the Baroque and the City of London Churches’. This lecture by Tony Tucker looks at Wren’s life and his career as a..... more >

Crowborough Community Centre Pine Grove TN6 1FE

Thu 11 Apr 24

A Spring Garland - English madrigals and partsongs

A date for the diary for a super after-Easter treat. The Brighton Singers chamber choir offer a gorgeous concert of a cappella singing to celebrate..... more >

St Nicholas’ Church, Church Street, Brighton BN1 3LJ

Sun 7 Apr 24

Mt Fuji

Take a trip to one of the wonders of the world, without the travel costs, flight delays or jet lag. Be transported to Japan in three hours and take..... more >

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

Sun 7 Apr 24

Butlers Farmhouse - Open Garden for NGS

Lovely rural setting for 1 acre garden surrounding C16 farmhouse with views of South Downs. Pretty in spring with daffodils, hellebores and..... more >

Butlers Farmhouse, Herstmonceux BN27 1QH

Sat 6 Apr 24

Grow How - Lawn care makeover for Spring

Dobbies is inviting gardening enthusiasts to its free Grow How session, providing expert advice on how to care for your lawn as the weather warms up... more >

Warren Road, Brighton BN2 9XX

Sat 6 Apr 24

Paper Daisy Brighton Makers Market

Discover local unique, creative and diverse makers, artists & small batch of Brighton at this buzzing Brighton Makers Market curated by Paper Daisy... more >

Jubilee Square, Jubilee Street, Brighton BN1 1GE

Sat 6 Apr 24

Northern Lights

Unable to travel to the Arctic Circle to see The Northern Lights? They look better on canvas anyway. Bring your friends, wine and a can-do attitude..... more >

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

Fri 5 Apr 24

Jazz and Curry Night with The Drawtones

The ticket price includes entry, a 2 course hot buffet and the live show. The Drawtones are an authentic Hammond Jazz, Funk and Soul Band... more >

Lansdowne Hotel, King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne. BN21 4EE

Fri 5 Apr 24

ABBA Special: Neon Nights Boogie

On this special ABBA Anniversary week we bring the disco to the studio with this Eurovision and ABBA-inspired Neon Nights artwork, Boogie... more >

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

Thu 4 Apr 24

Spring Members Show 2024

Hastings Arts Forum members showcase a selection of their works for this seasonal exhibition. Some of their exhibits can be previewed , along with..... more >

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

Thu 4 Apr 24

Wivelsfield Easter Fayre

Produce stall – Jane’s jams, marmalade, local honey, eggs and much more. Gifts, cards, jewellery, Jigsaws. Plant stall. Raffle... more >

Wivelsfield Church Hall, Church Lane, Wivelsfield RH17 7RD

Mon 1 Apr 24

Hotfoot Specials

The Hotfoot Specials Cajun band play authentic and traditional Cajun music straight out of Louisiana. A hot favourite with The Cajunbarn and Cajun..... more >

The Venue The Brunswick 1 Holland Rd, Hove, Brighton BN3 1JF

Sun 31 Mar 24

The Great Big Easter Egg Hunt, Lewes

THE GREAT BIG EASTER EGG HUNT Run wild as you eggsplore the best bits of Lewes - we’ve hidden giant colourful Easter eggs all around the Town... more >

Pedestrian Precinct, Lewes Town Centre BN7 2AF

Sat 30 Mar 24

Easter egg hunt at Bodiam Castle

This Easter holiday, awaken your imagination as you discover the dragons at the castle and have a go at fun-filled and egg-cellent activities for all... more >

Bodiam Castle, nr Robertsbridge TN32 5UA

Fri 29 Mar 24

Crowborough Miniature Railway Easter Opening

The railway reopens for the 2024 reason on Good Friday. The town Mayor performs the opening ceremony at 2pm followed by public running until 5pm... more >

Goldsmiths Recreation Ground TN6 2TN

Fri 29 Mar 24

EASTER Farmers Market

Brede EASTER Farmers Market Brede Village Hall FRIDAY 29th March; 10 – 12 A great opportunity to stock up on your Bank Holiday Weekend supplies... more >

Brede Village Hall , Cackle Street, Brede, Rye, East Sussex TN31 6DX

Fri 29 Mar 24

Easter Bunny breakfast

Dobbies is hosting an egg-citing Easter Bunny Breakfast. From March 28 to April 1, families with children aged 3-10 can indulge in a delicious..... more >

Warren Road, Brighton BN2 9XX

Thu 28 Mar 24

The Quirky Wedding Fayre at Yoghurt Rooms

Join us this March back at one of our favourite venues - the Yoghurt Rooms! 11:00 am - 3:00 pm The Quirky Wedding Fayre brings together the most..... more >

Yoghurt Rooms, Busses Farm, Harwoods Ln, East Grinstead RH19 4NL

Sun 24 Mar 24

Spring/Easter Market

Come along and enjoy the first seasonal market and celebrate Spring and Easter with over 30 handpicked stalls selling some amazing handmade and... more >

Sharnfold Farm, Hailsham Road, Stone Cross BN24 5BU

Sun 24 Mar 24

Easter Egg Hunt at Sheffield Park and Garden

Spending time in the garden is sure to fit the bill this Easter. It's the season when the garden comes alive with carpets of daffodils,..... more >

Sheffield Park, Uckfield TN22 3QX

Sat 23 Mar 24

Haydn's Creation

Haydn's Creation will be sung by Crowborough Choral Society, accompanied by a professional orchestra, leader Christopher Phipps, with soloists... more >

All Saints Church, Crowborough TN6 1ED

Sat 23 Mar 24

King John's Lodge - Open Garden for NGS

4 acre romantic garden for all seasons. An ongoing family project since 1987 with new areas completed in 2020... more >

King John’s Lodge, Etchingham TN19 7AZ

Sat 23 Mar 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!