What’s On in December? Wednesday 1st
Friends of Bishopstone Station Auction & Antiques Evening The View, Seaford Head Golf Club, Southdown Road 6.30pm
Auction 8pm. To book a table, email: rebecca.sandalls@ the-view.co.uk. £5 deposit per person. Donations for the auction, please email: friendsofbishopstonestation@ yahoo.com
Weds1st - Fri 24th
Seaford Rotary Christmas Sleigh
Various routes, Seaford 5.15pm - 8pm
Father Christmas and his elves visit the streets of Seaford. They will also be in Broad Street on Saturday mornings and Christmas Eve. See page 6 or online for details of routes. www.seafordrotary.org.uk
Thurs 2nd – Thurs 23rd
Deck the Halls
Gallery Uno, 14 High Street
10am - 4pm (Mon - Sat), 12 noon - 3pm (Sun)
A profusion of quality fine art, design and craft items for the festive season.
Friday 3rd
Seahaven Hard of Hearing Club
St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Road 2pm
Social meeting. Transport available if required. Tel: Pauline 01323 895216.
Heartsease
Seaford Baptist Church Church, Belgrave Road 2.30pm
A group for bereaved people, and anyone who finds themselves alone and would enjoy some social interaction. Includes a programme of speakers, entertainment and
other activities. Refreshments included. For further information please contact John and Jill Hughes, tel: 01323 898678.
Lifesong Creative Arts Club
Seaford Little Theatre, Steyne Road 6.30pm
Launch concert from Lifesong Arts, a new creative arts club for the community. An evening of music, dance and an open floor for budding singers, poets, storytellers and musicians to perform. Tel: Natalie 07936 511079 www.lifesongarts.co.uk
Fri 3rd – Sat 11th
Treasure from Trash
SEA Climate Hub, 4 Clinton Place
10.30am - 4pm (closed Sun 5th)
Family friendly pop-up selling exhibition of surprising, creative upcycling from around the globe. Free entry. www.seafutures.org
Saturday 4th
Martlets Christmas Extravaganza
Martlets Hospice Charity Shop, 172 South Coast Road, Peacehaven All day
Various fun and fundraising activities, stalls, refreshments and opportunities to get involved. Includes Santa’s Grotto (10am - 12 noon, £2) fashion show (1pm, £3), raffle, volunteer recruiting and latenight shopping until 6pm. Tel: 01273 588808.
The Pick n’ Mix Pattern Lantern Making Workshop and Parade The Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Road, Seaford, BN25 1AB
Seaford Beach Clean
The Buckle end of the beach 10.15am
Seaford Christmas Magic
Seaford Music Society
SCIP presents in association with Seaford Town Council, free children’s lantern making workshop, followed by a parade (optional) at 4pm through Seaford Town and turning on of the Christmas lights. No booking required. For more information visit www.wearescip.co.uk or @wearescip on social media
Monthly beach clean as part of the Plastic Free Seaford campaign. Gloves, bags and litter pickers provided, bring your own bucket if you can. Supervised children and dogs very welcome. Collected rubbish will be weighed, sorted and recycled. Email: plasticfreeseaford@gmail. com Facebook: PlasticFreeSeaford
Throughout Seaford and in Crouch Gardens
Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road
Entertainment, live music, artisan market stalls and attractions for all. Includes lantern parade followed by switching on of the Christmas lights at 4.45pm in Broad Street.
The Bach Players. A festive programme of baroque music from across Europe. Tickets £15 (non-members)/free for under 26-year-olds, available on the door, in person from Newberry Tully, 53 Church Street (cash only) or by post (cheque only) from Seaford Music Society (see website). www.seafordmusicsociety.com
From 11am
Seaford Community Garden
Crouch Gardens next to the Peace Garden 11.30am - 2.30pm
Opening as part of Seaford Magic. www.seaford-sussex. co.uk/scg
Seaford Community Cinema
Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, Seaford 6pm
Arthur Christmas (U). A Christmas Magic event. Tickets online or from Seaford Tourist Information Centre. wwwseafordcinema.org
Sat 4th - Sun 19th
10am - 3pm
Crypt Gallery, 23 Church St, Seaford
Church open for Seaford Christmas Magic. Coffee, tea, cake and music throughout the day. All welcome. Free.
Sunday 5th
10am - 3.30pm
Open Church
St Leonard’s Church,Church Street
paintings, photography, glass, felt, jewellery, skin care and aroma sprays. www.thecryptgallery.com
Winter Market 10am - 4pm
A great range of new and exciting local artists and makers. Includes willow, ceramics, cards, prints,
3pm
Tuesday 7th
Seaford Head Probus Club
Seaford (Blatchington) Golf Club, Firle Road 12.15pm for 1pm start
Monthly meeting for lunch and guest speaker. For further information, please contact club secretary, Brian Carter. Tel: 01323 898628
Wednesday 8th
Seaford Stamp & Postcard Club
Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane 6.30pm for 7pm
Christmas dinner for members and guests. Tel 01323 492433 www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sspc.
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