With the festive season upon us, find truly unique, handcrafted Christmas decorations and gifts made by local artisans right here in the gallery... more >

27 Brunswick Road, Shoreham by Sea BN43 5WA

Today to Tue 31 Dec

Twilights at Standen

Late open evenings with local choirs singing carols around the Courtyard Christmas tree. See the house magically lit for Christmas and a do some..... more >

Standen West Hoathly Road RH19 4NE

Today, Sun 22 Dec

Christmas at Standen

See twinkling lights and Christmas trees in the Arts and Crafts home of the Beale family. Take inspiration for your tree at home from the courtyard..... more >

Standen West Hoathly Road RH19 4NE

Today to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Discover Clubs and Organisations in West Sussex

Leonardslee Lights

Explore the wonder of our woodland gardens awash with light, sound and colour. Bigger, better, and even more magical than before!... more >

Leonardslee Gardens Brighton Road Lower Beeding, Horsham RH13 6PP

Today to Mon 23 Dec, Fri 27 Dec to Mon 30 Dec

A Christmas Spectacular at Petworth House

Explore Petworth House to see showstopping trees, twinkling lights, beautifully adorned garlands and floral displays this Christmas... more >

Petworth House & Park GU28 9LR

Today to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Kids Christmas Story Trail at Borde Hill

This winter, children aged 3–8 years old can ignite their imaginations while exploring the Garden on our magical story trail, ‘Ivy’s Sparkling Snow... more >

Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP

Today and Sun 22 Dec

Petworth Town Band Christmas Concert

Join Petworth Town Band for their last performance of the year. The evening will also feature guest singers from ReChoired for a full programme of..... more >

St Mary’s Church Church Street Petworth GU29 0AE GU28 0AE

Today

Cinderella

You are invited to the prince’s ball this Christmas! Transport yourself into a spellbinding new retelling of this classic folk tale, full of..... more >

Chichester Festival Theatre PO19 6AP

Today, Mon 23 Dec, Tue 24 Dec, Thu 26 Dec to Tue 31 Dec

Christmas at Nymans: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

Step through the wardrobe into Narnia at Nymans this Christmas with The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Booking not needed... more >

Nymans Handcross near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB

Today to Sun 5 Jan 2025

A Christmas Surprise Family Trail at Standen

Fun for all the family with a festive trail around the garden. Booking not needed. Normal admission charges apply for the venue... more >

Standen West Hoathly Road RH19 4NE

Today to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Daily guided tours of the garden at Nymans VI

Join a daily guided garden tour led by expert garden guides. Booking not needed. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the..... more >

Nymans Handcross near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB

Today to Tue 31 Dec

A Christmas Spectacular at Petworth House

Explore Petworth House to see showstopping trees, twinkling lights, beautifully adorned garlands and floral displays this Christmas... more >

Petworth House and Park London Road GU28 9LR

Today to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Hey! Christmas Tree

Enchanting, funny and heart-warming, this festive story about the importance of finding friendship and somewhere to call home, was created especially... more >

Chichester Festival Theatre PO19 6AP

Today to Tue 24 Dec, Fri 27 Dec to Sun 29 Dec

Family Friendly Backstage Tours

Join one of our Family Friendly Backstage Tours, perfect for 7–11 year-olds. Our 60-minute guided tour is a brilliant way to explore how theatre..... more >

Chichester Festival Theatre PO19 6AP

Today

Santa's Grotto

Father Christmas had such a magical time at Chichester Festival Theatre last year that he’s bringing his workshop back again!... more >

Chichester Festival Theatre PO19 6AP

Today to Mon 23 Dec

Wagging Walkies at Standen

Dress up your pooch in a bow tie, winter coat or cute hat and visit us for a wagging walk. Dog treat with admission. Booking not needed... more >

Standen West Hoathly Road RH19 4NE

Thu 26 Dec to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Guided Walk: New year at Pagham!

New year at Pagham! Start the new year by joining our friendly guides for this guided walk along the West Side of RSPB Pagham Harbour... more >

RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE

Sat 4 Jan 25

FREE taster session with the East Grinstead Rock Choir

If you are wanting to find a choir you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the East Grinstead Rock Choir... more >

Meridian Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT

Mon 13 Jan 2025, Mon 3 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Burgess Hill / Hassocks for a FREE taster session

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The local Hassocks choir is run by singer/pianist Emma Steele... more >

Adastra Hall, Keymer, Hassocks BN6 8QH

Wed 15 Jan 2025, Wed 22 Jan 2025, Wed 29 Jan 2025, Wed 12 Feb 2025

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Horsham for a FREE taster session

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Horsham?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more >

Cornerstone Methodist Church, London Road, Horsham RH12 1AN

Wed 15 Jan 2025, Wed 5 Feb 2025, Wed 12 Feb 2025, Wed 5 Mar 2025, Wed 12 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Worthing for a FREE taster session

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The Worthing Rock Choir is led by vocal teacher Emma Steele... more >

Vale School, Vale Avenue, Worthing BN14 0DB

Thu 16 Jan 2025

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Crawley Rock Choir

If you are wanting to find a local choir to join you'll find a happy place with us in the Crawley Rock Choir... more >

Crawley United Reformed Church, Worth Park Avenue, Pound Hill, Crawley RH10 3DF

Mon 20 Jan 2025, Mon 27 Jan 2025, Mon 10 Feb 2025, Mon 10 Mar 2025, Mon 17 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Chichester Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir... more >

St Paul’s Church, Churchside, Chichester PO19 6FT

Tue 21 Jan 2025, Tue 28 Jan 2025, and more dates until Mon 17 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Horsham Late for a FREE taster session

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The local Horsham choir is run by vocal coach Georgie Standage... more >

Brighton Road Baptist Church, 7 Brighton Road, Horsham RH13 5BD

Wed 22 Jan 2025

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Arun Valley/Billingshurst Rock Choir

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... more >

Billingshurst Centre, Roman Way, Billingshurst RH14 9EW

Wed 22 Jan 2025, Wed 29 Jan 2025

More Rock Choirs

Walk Right Back

After phenomenal sell out tours, Walk Right Back is... BACK! From the Producers of That'll Be The Day, the show tells the story of the most..... more >

Pavilion, Worthing BN11 1LG

Sun 26 Jan 25

The G & S Society of Sussex presents An Afternoon with Opera Anywhere

The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Sussex presents An Afternoon with Opera Anywhere. They will explain how they go about staging their productions,..... more >

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH

Sun 26 Jan 25

FREE taster session with the Worthing Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Worthing Rock Choir is led by local singing teacher Emma..... more >

Heene Community Centre, 122 Heene Road, Worthing BN11 4PL

Thu 30 Jan 2025, Thu 27 Feb 2025, Thu 27 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

East Grinstead Dollhouse and Miniature Fair

Miniature Fairs would like to announce our Dollhouse and Miniature Fair at Merdian Hall, East Court, East Grinstead, West Sussex on Sunday 26th... more >

Meridan Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 3LT

Sun 9 Feb 25

Chichester950 | Religion, Rebellion & Reformation

An exhibition sharing the story of the Christian faith in Sussex, revealed through people, events and objects, from 1075 to the present day... more >

Chichester Cathedral PO19 1RP

Fri 14 Feb 25 to Sat 15 Mar 2025

Snow White & Rose Red - Brand New Ballet for 2025!

A brand new ballet for 2025! Two sisters, Snow White and Rose Red, live in a pretty cottage in a garden full of white and red roses... more >

The Hawth Hawth Avenue Crawley RH10 6YZ

Sat 22 Feb 25

Kim's Convenience

The award-winning play which inspired the Netflix comedy is back by popular demand. After critically-acclaimed runs at Park Theatre and Riverside..... more >

Church St, Brighton BN1 1UE

Thu 3 Apr 25 to Sat 5 Apr 2025

Puss in Boots - A Show for the Whole Family

A Show for the Whole Family! Based on the original version by Charles Perrault, the Let’s All Dance Ballet Company brings a new version of Puss in..... more >

The Hawth Hawth Avenue Crawley RH10 6YZ

Sat 5 Apr 25

Plant Sale and Market

Variety of plants, annuals, perennials, vegetables, pots. Market items include bric a brac, books, toys, etc. more >

St Barnabas, Worth Road, Pound Hill, Crawley. RH10 7DY

Sat 10 May 25

Los Ladrones Vocal Quintet

Los Ladrones, a local vocal quintet, present The Waterman by Charles Dibdin and extracts from The Beggar's Opera by John Gay... more >

Bognor Regis Music Club, 46, Sudley Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1ER

Sat 14 Jun 25

Chichester Cheese & Chilli Festival

The Cheese and Chilli Festival is an exciting annual event celebrating the delightful combination of cheese and chilli peppers... more >

Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP

Sat 21 Jun 25 and Sun 22 Jun 2025

FREE taster session with the Haywards Heath Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Haywards Heath Rock Choir is led by local vocal tutor Emma..... more >

St Wilfrid’s Church, St Wilfrid’s Way, Haywards Heath RH16 3QH

Mon 23 Jun 2025

More Rock Choirs

Strawberry Proms

A lovely afternoon of music by Brass Fusion in the beautiful gardens of Red Oaks Care Home. Enjoy a Pimms or Strawberries and Cream alongside your..... more >

Red Oaks Gardens, The Hooks Henfield RH5 9UY

Sun 29 Jun 25

The Album Era performs Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run

Fifty years on from its release, the Boss’s 1975 masterpiece continues to reach out to those looking to escape and chase their dreams to the backdrop... more >

Chequer Mead Theatre, De La Warr Road, East Grinstead RH19 3BS

Fri 11 Jul 25

The Sussex Steam Rally

Sussex Steam Shows LTD is delighted to announce The Sussex Steam Rally. The event will be held on the weekend of 12th & 13th July 2025 at Parham..... more >

Parham Park Pulborough West Sussex RH20 4HS

Sat 12 Jul 25 and Sun 13 Jul 2025

The Magic Of Motown

Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back with its 20th Anniversary Tour! It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories..... more >

The Hawth, Hawth Ave, Crawley RH10 6YZ

Wed 24 Sep 25

Battles Through History Military Show

Step into the past like never before at the Battles Through History multi-period living history show! Witness thrilling reenactments of legendary..... more >

South Of England Showground RH17 6TL

Sat 4 Oct 25 and Sun 5 Oct 2025

Things to do around West Sussex

West Sussex, nestled between London and the south coast of England, offers a delightful mix of natural beauty, historical sites, and family-friendly attractions. Whether you're a local or a visitor, there's something for everyone in this picturesque county. Let's explore the best things to do in West Sussex:

1. Fishbourne Roman Palace and Chichester Cathedral:
- Start your day in the charming city of Chichester. Explore the remarkable Fishbourne Roman Palace, the largest residential Roman building ever unearthed in Britain. Admire the well-preserved corridors, mosaics, and courtyard gardens. Don't miss Chichester Cathedral, a blend of Norman Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Inside, discover rare Medieval artifacts and reliefs, including the story of Lazarus from the 12th century. Gustav Holst, the composer, is also entombed here.

2. Walk in Chidham:
- For a peaceful day out, explore the outdoors in Chidham. Cycle or walk the public footpaths through fields and admire the charming farmhouses. Enjoy the tranquility of this area of England.

3. Harbour Park in Littlehampton:
- Head to Harbour Park, an amusement park located on the beach in Littlehampton. Opened in 1932, it features rides, games, and attractions adjacent to the working Harbour & Marina. Enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends.

4. Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre and Gardens in Horsham:
- Experience close encounters with birds of prey at Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre. Explore the zoo, watch birds fly during daily displays, and learn about these magnificent creatures. The center also features meerkats and other animals for an educational and entertaining day out.

5. Explore West Wittering Beach:
- End your day at West Wittering, a perfect sandy beach along the south coastline. Enjoy the sun, sea, and sand, and take in the breathtaking views. It's a great spot for relaxation and beachcombing.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in history, wildlife, or outdoor adventures, West Sussex promises an unforgettable day out!