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 to Sun 22 Dec

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

Wetland Boat Safaris

Take a twenty-minute guided trip on a quiet electric boat through beautiful wetland habitats full of seasonal wildlife... more >

Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road BN18 9PB

Today to Sat 7 Dec

Discover Clubs and Organisations in West Sussex

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

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

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

Feed the Birds Garden Decor workshop

Dress your garden with festive treats to feed the birds – make garlands, wreaths and cookie cutter bird feeders to celebrate the holiday season in... more >

WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB

Today

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

December@Shoreham Art Galery

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

Christmas by Candlelight

Follow the path of candles into the lovely church and join us for an evening of beautiful music by these two first class ensembles... more >

St. Peter’s Church, Brighton Road, Woodmancote BN5 9SU

Thu 5 Dec

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

Fri 6 Dec to Sun 8 Dec, Thu 12 Dec to Mon 23 Dec, Fri 27 Dec to Mon 30 Dec

Christmas by Candlelight

Follow the path of candles into the lovely church and join us for an evening of beautiful music by these two first class ensembles... more >

St Giles Church, Horsted Keynes RH17 7AY

Fri 6 Dec

Midhurst Contemporary Craft Show

This year’s Sussex Guild show at Midhurst will feature over fifty designers, exhibiting a wide range of contemporary crafts... more >

Midhurst Rother College (formerly Midhurst Grammar School). North Street, Midhurst GU29 9DT

Sat 7 Dec and Sun 8 Dec

Saturday Market

items include bric a brac, books, Christmas items, clothing, toys and games, etc. Refreshments available. All welcome. more >

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

Sat 7 Dec

Sail to Santa at Arundel Wetland Centre

Board an elf-powered boat for a gentle ride through the reedbeds to visit Father Christmas. Experience the magic of a festive visit with Father..... more >

WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB

Sat 7 Dec, Sun 8 Dec, Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec

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

Sat 7 Dec, Mon 9 Dec, and more dates until Sun 29 Dec

Wreath Workshops

Use willow and natural plants to make a wreath for your door - naturally made, simply beautiful. Create your natural willow wreath from scratch, then..... more >

WWT Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB

Sat 7 Dec and Sun 8 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

Sat 7 Dec, Sun 8 Dec, Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec, Sat 21 Dec, Sun 22 Dec

Mark Ashford and Amanda Cook Classical guitar duo

West Sussex Guitar Club would like to invite all music enthusiasts to our forthcoming recital by the highly acclaimed classical guitar duo Mark... more >

Regis School of Music 46 Sudley Road PO21 1ER

Sat 7 Dec

Premium

Christmas Arts @The Norfolk Arms

Beautiful gifts by artist-makers for family, friends and yourself. Join us in the Sussex room, through the arch, for beautiful handmade Christmas..... more >

Sussex Room, The Norfolk Arms Hotel, High Street, Arundel BN18 9AB

Sat 7 Dec and Sun 8 Dec

Guided Walk: Wonderful Waders and Wildfowl

Wonderful Waders and Wildfowl Join our guides for a walk along the West Side of Pagham Harbour. Along the way, we’ll be showing you how to find and..... more >

RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE

Sat 7 Dec

Christmas for the Community

An afternoon of entertainment by this first-class music ensemble. Entry on door is £10 Come along and enjoy the music more >

Beeding & Bramber Village Hall BN44 3WN

Sun 8 Dec

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

Mon 9 Dec to Thu 12 Dec, Sat 14 Dec to Mon 23 Dec

Nymans’ Needle Felting workshops, Snowman or Penguin

Join Nikki Scally of 'Felt at Home' for this half day needle felting workshop in the Potting Shed. Booking essential... more >

Nymans Handcross near Haywards Heath RH17 6EB

Mon 9 Dec to Wed 11 Dec

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional musical evening in the lead-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons along with... more >

Chichester Cathedral, West Sussex PO19 1PX

Tue 10 Dec

Christmas fair at Care UK's Chichester Grange

A care home in Chichester is inviting the local community to get into the festive spirit at its very own Christmas fair... more >

Chichester Grange Grosvenor Road Chichester PO19 8FP

Thu 12 Dec

Charity Christmas Celebration Concert

The Southdowns Concert Band together with the choir of St. Paul’s Church perform a wonderful celebration of Christmas concert... more >

St. Paul’s Church, Chichester PO19 6FT

Fri 13 Dec

The Kennels Après Ski Party

Après Ski is the Ultimate Outdoor Christmas Party and the perfect opportunity to celebrate your year, so gather your friends, family, or your... more >

The Kennels, Kennel Hill, Chichester PO18 0PN

Fri 13 Dec and Sat 14 Dec

Edwin James Festival Choir - Christmas Concert

The choir present their Winter Wonderland Concert to celebrate Christmas and raise funds for Friends of the Mombasa Children. more >

Littlehampton United Church 1 High Street BN17 5EG

Fri 13 Dec and Sat 14 Dec

Nature’s Christmas Wreath-making and dressing Workshops

There is something special about creating your own traditional Christmas wreath and all the more so when it is made out of natural materials from the... more >

RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex HOW TO GET HERE By train The nearest train station is Chichester, 5.5 miles away. There is a taxi rank outside Chichester station - ask to be taken to Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre, Selsey Road, Sidlesham. PO20 7NE

Sat 14 Dec

Afternoon Christmas Wreath-dressing workshop

Afternoon Christmas Wreath-dressing workshop Get into the Christmas spirit and have some festive fun assembling your own unique Christmas wreath to... more >

Sat 14 Dec

Christmas Fair

Christmas Fair with sparkly stalls, visits to Santa and Christmassy refreshments. Santa visits can be booked through www.worthingtownfc... more >

Worthing Town Football Club Palatine Park, Palatine Road Worthing BN12 6JN

Sat 14 Dec

Nature’s Christmas Wreath-dressing Workshop

There is something special about creating your own traditional Christmas wreath and all the more so when it is made out of natural materials from the... more >

Sun 15 Dec

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

Tue 17 Dec to Sat 21 Dec, Mon 23 Dec, Tue 24 Dec, Thu 26 Dec to Tue 31 Dec

‘Scrabble and Cake’

Come and enjoy a game of Scrabble, tea, cake and company. Other games available, eg dominoes, jigsaws, etc. All welcome... more >

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

Wed 18 Dec

Christmas Afternoon Tea & Carols at Goodwood House

We are delighted to invite you to a very special Christmas Afternoon Tea at Goodwood House. The tea will be followed by candle-lit carols in the..... more >

Goodwood House, Kennel Hill, Chichester PO18 0PX

Thu 19 Dec

Cadillac Countrys Rockin' Roadhouse

Live Country Music with 'Cadillac Country' a six piece combo playing old and new country music. more >

Washington Village Hall School Lane, Washington RH20 4AP

Fri 20 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

Sat 21 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

Sat 21 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 join a choir you'll like singing with us in the East Grinstead Rock Choir... more >

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

Mon 13 Jan 2025, Mon 20 Jan 2025, and more dates until Mon 3 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Chichester Rock Choir

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The Chichester Rock Choir is led by local vocal tutor Rachel Button... more >

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

Tue 14 Jan 2025, Tue 21 Jan 2025

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Horsham for a FREE taster session

Are you looking to join a choir? The local Horsham choir is run by vocal coach Rachel Button. We support a number of local charities, raising..... more >

Cornerstone Methodist Church, London Road, Horsham RH12 1AN

Wed 15 Jan 2025, Wed 22 Jan 2025

More Rock Choirs

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

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

Adastra Hall, Keymer, Hassocks BN6 8QH

Wed 15 Jan 2025, Wed 29 Jan 2025, Wed 12 Feb 2025, Wed 5 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Worthing Rock Choir

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

Vale School, Vale Avenue, Worthing BN14 0DB

Thu 16 Jan 2025

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Haywards Heath for a FREE taster session

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The Haywards Heath Rock Choir is led by West Sussex based musician and teacher Emma..... more >

Haywards Heath Methodist Church, Main Church, Haywards Heath Methodist Church, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN

Mon 20 Jan 2025, Mon 27 Jan 2025, Mon 24 Feb 2025, Mon 10 Mar 2025, Mon 17 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Horsham Late for a FREE taster session

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

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

Wed 22 Jan 2025, Wed 5 Mar 2025, Wed 19 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Worthing for a FREE taster session

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 21 Nov, Thu 28 Nov

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

FREE taster session with the Crawley Rock Choir

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

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

Mon 27 Jan 2025, Mon 3 Feb 2025, and more dates until Mon 24 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

Back In The Day

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying energy of the past with the ultimate nostalgia party... more >

The Hawth, Hawth Avenue, Crawley RH10 6YZ

Wed 12 Feb 25

FREE taster session with the Arun Valley/Billingshurst Rock Choir

Do you want to find a local choir to join near you? Your friendly local Billingshurst choir is run by singer/pianist Rachel Button... more >

Billingshurst Centre, Roman Way, Billingshurst RH14 9EW

Wed 27 Nov

More Rock Choirs

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

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

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 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!