July 2019 Sussex Living Diary Dates

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DATES Wednesday 01 July

Hurst Festival 2019 Hurstpierpoint BN6 Festival programme launches on website and in brochure. Booking from 22nd July (Friends 8th).

Visit www.hurstfestival.org From Wednesday 01 July, 10am – 4pm, 7 days a week

Bovis Homes Sales Office Bovis Homes Sales Office, Bramble Park, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9XZ Launching our new sales office, and the opportunity to look around our inspirational 4 and 5 bedroom show homes. Contact: Hurstpierpoint.

Sales@bovishomes.co.uk bovishomes.co.uk 01273 610083.

Monday 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 July, 08:00-17:00

General Antiques & Collectables Auction

Gorringes, 15 North Street, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 2PE Gorringes hold a weekly Monday sale. This is a well-established auction holding between 600 and 800 lots of antique and other furniture, ceramics, jewellery, pictures, silver and collectables. 01273 472503 clientservices@gorringes.co.uk Monday 01– Sunday 14 July, 10:00-17:00

Waterlily Festival at Sheffield Park and Garden

Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield TN22 3QX Five weeks of events to celebrate the glorious waterlilies at Sheffield Park and Garden, including evening picnics and art workshops. See Sheffield Park and Garden website for individual event entry fees. 0344 2491895.

Monday 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 July, 20:00

Minton Badminton Club

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP We meet every Monday. New members would be most welcome – we are particularly short of men at the moment! Come along for a “taster” – no obligation to join.

Contact: 01444 400054.

Monday 01 – Wednesday 31 July, 10:00-16:30

Morris & Co. Inspired by Nature

Standen House & Garden, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE The exhibition tells the story of the origins of Morris & Co. and reveals the inspiration behind its iconic patterns.

National Trust members free. Adults: £12.60. Child: £6.30. 01342 323029 standen@nationaltrust.org.uk, www. nationaltrust.org.uk/standen-houseand-garden Finishes Sunday 10 November.

Monday 01 - Wednesday 31 July, 10:00-17:00

Sculpture Exhibition – 20th Anniversary Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP

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Visit our Diary Dates page on www.sussexliving.com An enticing collection of contemporary sculpture displayed within a stunning historic garden, featuring works in bronze, stone, metal, glass and ceramic.

Price included in Garden admission.

Andrew Loin 01444 450326. This event finishes on Monday 30 September.

Tuesday 02 – Saturday 06 July, 20:00

Hurstpierpoint Players – “The Killing of Sister George” by Frank Marcus Players Theatre, 147 High Street, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9PU A scathing examination of the public and private lives of one so-called ‘cultural icon’. Tickets from £11 at www.hurstplayers.org.uk or in person from the Theatre Box Office in the High Street on Saturdays between 10am and 1pm.

Thursday 04 July, 19:30 for 20:00

Ditchling Film Society – “The Big Stick” (English & Urdu 2017 120 mins 15 cert) Ditchling Village Hall, Ditchling BN6 8TA A true story beautifully and sensitively acted, it is a charming, multifaceted film which is both edgy and hilarious.

Free coffee, tea and biscuits are available and wine can be purchased by the glass beforehand. Guests and temporary members are welcome for the sum of £5 payable at the door.

Saturday 06 July, 07:00

Trek South Downs for RNIB

A 30km accessible and inclusive trek across the South Downs raising money for the Royal National Institute of Blind People. Registration fee: £35.

Sponsorship: £350.

0345 3450054. www.rnib.org.uk/trek-south-downs Sunday 07 July, 14:00-17:00

Oldland Windmill: July Open Afternoon

Greenfields, Gatehouse Lane, Burgess Hill RH15 9XD In aid of Alzheimer’s Research.

Entry: Donations. Sandra Johnson 01444 246536 Sandra4us@icoud.com

Oldland Windmill, Oldlands Lane, Hassocks BN6 8NB Find out about how our own, low food mile, flour is milled on site.

Refreshments, memorabilia and our flour are available to purchase.

No vehicles allowed at Mill. See www.oldlandwindmill.co.uk for transport details etc.

Lindfield & District Folk Dance Club

Saturday 06 July, 10:00-15:00

Sunday 07 July, 10:00-16:00

Ashenground Community Centre, Vale Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4JR Folk dancing for fun, no partner needed. £3 including tea/coffee and biscuit at half time. First evening free.

Contact: Mike 01444 482741.

Hartfield Road, Forest Road, Forest Row RH18 5DZ Fine Foods and Crafts Market.

Contact: Sue Young (Market Manager) 01342 778062 market@forestrow.gov.uk www.forestrow.gov.uk

National Cat Adoption Centre, Chelwood Gate, Haywards Heath RH17 7TT Lots of games, stalls, entertainment, tours of the centre, BBQ, Beer tent, raffle, tombola, face-painting, live music, dog show etc. Free entry.

Tania March 01825 741331.

Saturday 06 July, 14:30 & 19:30 and 07 July 14:30

Sunday 07 & 21 July, 14:30-17:00

Tuesday 02 July, 20:00-22:00

Wednesday 03, 10, 17, 24 & 31 July, 12:30-15:00

The Young at Heart Club (Members & Non-members)

Friday 05 July, 10:30-14:00

Coffee Morning/Soup Lunch

Forest Row Market

The Salvation Army Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Musical guest, movie shows, guest speakers, quizzes, chair aerobics, craftwork etc. Members £5 per month, non-members £2 per week.

2 course lunch extra. Contact: Angela 07931 426691 angela.white@salvationarmyorg.uk

Drusilla Duffill Theatre School proudly presents “UNITED WE DANCE” exploring the world of dance

Wednesday 03 July, 13:45pm for 14:00-16:30

Coffee Morning, run by Burgess Hill Methodist

Burgess Hill Flower Club

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Flower workshop, Colette Archer, L shape, small pedestal or basket. Bring own equipment, flowers etc. Visitors £6.00, first visit free with Sussex Living magazine. Judith Alexander 01444 871886.

Thursday 04 July, 11:00-13:30

U3A Monthly meeting with speaker Ian Keable Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX The talk is entitled Charles Dickens, Conjurer. £1.50 including raffle ticket.

Elizabeth Taylor 01444 235837. www.u3asites.org.uk/burgess-hill Thursday 04 July, 12:00

Burgess Hill and District Probus Club Meeting

This event is for professional and business men. Lunch followed by a short talk by a professional speaker – providing an opportunity to meet with those of similar interest. 01444 236661 fredreynolds3672@gmail.com

Hawth Theatre Crawley Tel: 01293 553636 or book online at www.hawth.co.uk www.drusilladuffilltheatreschool.co.uk Saturday 06 July, 10:30-11:30

Burgess Hill Methodist Church, London Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8QD Entrance off Gloucester Road. Come and have a chat over tea or coffee.

All welcome. 01444 236733.

Saturday 06 & Sunday 07 July, 11:00-16:00

Pyecombe Fayre and Flower Festival

Summer Fun Day

High Salvington Windmill Open Day – a fully working windmill from the 17th century High Salvington Windmill, Furze Road, High Salvington, Worthing BN13 3BP We will be open on the first and third Sundays during the summer months until 15 September. There will also be one or two special extra days, so watch out for them too. £1 adults and accompanied children free.

Thursday – Monday, 10:00-17:00 - Every Week

Clock Field

North Street, Turners Hill RH10 4NS A development of 33 three, four and five bedroom houses. Clock Field Marketing Suite – 01342 616105 clockfield@shanlyhomes.com shanlyhomes.com Thursday – Monday, 10:00-17:00 - Every Week

Pyecombe, Near Brighton BN45 7FR Stunning flower displays in the church, Lewes, Glynde and Beddingham brass band; ploughman’s lunches; all day bar.

Scarecrow competition. Tim Cullen 07870 360551.

The Willows

Saturday 06 July, 12:30-16:30

Monday 08 July, 10:00 Coffee, Talk 10:30-12:00

Worthing Horticultural Society – Annual Flower Show Offington Park Methodist Church Hall, South Farm Road, Worthing BN14 7TN Flower show, displays of sweet peas and roses, fruit, vegetables, cookery, photographs to be judged by public and refreshments. £1. Jenny CuerGreene 01903 260925.

Church Street, Warnham RH12 3DZ A private development of two, three and four bedroom houses and four one and two bedroom apartments.

The Willows – 01403 611191 shanlyhomes.com

The Arts Society Steyning The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft, Church Street, Steyning BN44 3XZ Richard Cupidi will give an illustrated talk on Georgia O’Keeffe, one of America’s most popular artists.

Visitors £5.00 donation. Leonard Warner 01903 812752.

DIARY DATES Saturday 08 July, 10:00-14:00

Bowls Open Day

Haywards Heath & Beech Hurst Bowls Club, Haywards Heath R16 4BB A warm welcome to new and previous bowlers on our Open Day, behind the Harvester. Please wear flat soled shoes.

Contact: John Milsom 07785 782372.

Monday 08 July, 20:00-23:00

The Group for Unattached Men & Women Aged 50+ A pub in Burgess Hill A round of golf? Day at the races?

Country walk? Dinner? Theatre, Quiz?

Cinema? Holiday? These are events from The Group Diary. The Group meets in Burgess Hill on the second Monday evening of every month. Meetings also in Lewes, Brighton and Horsham. Visit www.thegroup.org.uk and give one of the contact numbers a call.

Wednesday 10 July, 11:00-15:00

Bonhams Valuation Day – Asian Art and Antiques Charleston House, West Firle, Lewes BN8 6LL Please make an appointment: 01273 220000 hove@bonhams.com Wednesday 10 July, 19:30

Summer Charity Concert Holy Trinity Church, Cuckfield RH17 5JZ Singing Allsorts and Friends, a community based choir, present their Summer Charity Concert supporting two homeless charities based in Sussex: the Brighton Choir with No Name and Sussex Support.

Tickets £10 www.ticketsource.co.uk/ singing-allsorts Wednesday 10 July, 19:45 for 20:00-22:00

Hassocks Horticultural Society – Special Members Evening Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QF All welcome. Members £1.50.

Refreshments included. Derek Swaine 01273 842516.

Friday 12 July, 20:00-21:30

Burgess Hill Heritage and History Society Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Members of Ditchling History Project will share the story of their village ahead of a walking tour around the village on 10th August. Members £1.50, guests £3.50. Fred Avery 01444 235088.

Saturday 13, Sunday 14, Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 July

Hever Castle – Summer Jousting Tournaments

Hever Rd, Hever, Edenbridge TN8 7NG The Knights of Royal England return to battle it out at the annual Jousting tournament. Spectators will be treated to a thrilling display of action, stunts, falls and flights in an authentic arena complete with Royal Box. www.hevercastle.co.uk 01732 865224.

Plus fabulous plants from Rapkyns.

Tiggers Pre School running the charity table and providing refreshments.

Info: 01444 811462.

beekeeper with hive demonstration and info. (honey available). info@weirwood.me.uk www.weirwood.me.uk

Saturday 13 July, 10:30-16:00

Monday 15 July, 20:00-23:00

Strictly Summer Fun! The Orchards Shopping Centre, St Wilfrid’s Way, Haywards Heath RH16 3QH Come and enjoy summer fun with us; there’s entertainment, arcade games and activities for every age group all day long in a celebration of the season. Free. Nicola Bird 01444 410260 nicola.bird@midsussex.gov.uk www.theorchardsshopping.com Saturday 13 July, 12:00-22:00

Sussex Gin Fest in the Parkland Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP A gintastic outdoor festival featuring a wide range of locally distilled Sussex Gins, artisan food and live entertainment. £15.00 plus booking fee.

Contact: Andrew Loin 01444 450326 info@bordehill.co.uk www.bordehill.co.uk Saturday 13 July, 12:00-16:00

Bolnore Village Fete Dog Show

The Tim Farmer Recreation Ground & The Woodside Pavilion, 120 Middle Village, Bolnore Village, Haywards Heath RH16 4FW Annual fun family dog show as part of the Bolnore Village Fete. £2 per class. Helen Bentley 01444 456886 hb.themewes@gmail.com Saturday 13 July, 13:30-17:30

West Chiltington Village Fete and Flower Show – Returns for a 100th Year!

West Chiltington Recreation Field, RH20 2PZ A traditional English village show!

Refreshments of all types available throughout the afternoon and a barbecue finishing the show in the early evening. No entry fee. £2 for car parking.

Saturday 13 July, 14:00

Lindfield Horticultural Society: Spring Show of Flowers and Produce King Edward Hall, High Street, Lindfield A favourite event in the calendar.

Show of summer flowers and winter produce with refreshments and raffle.

Entry £1. All welcome. 01444 458509 www.lindfieldhorts.org.uk Saturday 13 July, 19:30

‘The Inspired Instrumentalists’ in Concert St Symphorian’s Church, Durrington Hill BN13 2PU Range of music plus guests ‘Chalumeaux Too’ Clarinet quartet. £8 per person. Jane Winter 01903 268109 theoffice@stsymphorians.co.uk

Saturday 13 July, 10:00-14:00

Sunday 14 July, 09:30-16:00 (bird ringing finish 15:00)

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 1BP Lovely assortment of unique stalls and produce including pork, cakes, chutneys, Game On Jellies and sauces.

Weir Wood Reservoir - Legsheath Lane Hide Car Park, Forest Row RH18 5HT Bird ringing demonstrations, pond dipping, moth display, telescope viewing of birds, meadow flowers,

Balcombe Village Craft, Gift & Produce Market

Friends of Weir Wood Society – Nature Reserve Open Day

The Group, a club for unattached men and women aged 50+ Worthing Opening at a new Worthing venue - Country walk? Dinner? Theatre?

A round of golf? Day at the races?

Quiz? Cinema? Holiday? These are events from the Group diary. The Group meets in Worthing on the third Monday evening of every month.

Meetings also in Brighton, Lewes, Burgess Hill and Horsham.

Visit www.thegroup.org.uk and give one of the contact numbers a call.

Tuesday 16 July - 31 July

Petworth Festival

this summer with three new models!

Pick up a Brick Book packed with activities for this fun trail perfect for kids of all ages. Entry included in regular admission price.

01903 881530 info.arundel@wwt.org.uk www.wwt.org.uk/arundel This event finishes on 01/09.

Saturday 20 July, 10:00-13:00

Repair Café Forest Row Community Centre, Hartfield Road, Forest Row RH18 5DZ If your jeans need patching, your bike is squeaking or your kettle won’t boil, bring it along and see if we can help. Free to enter. All repairs are free, but donations will be gratefully received towards ongoing costs of the service. www.facebook.com/ RepairCafeForestRow Saturday 20 July, 18:00

Various venues in and around Petworth The 41st Petworth Festival – celebrating classical, jazz, world-roots, comedy, theatre with Julian Clary, Matthew Barley, Ray Gelato and the Giants and many more… Please see individual events for ticket details.

Petworth Festival www.petworthfestival.org.uk Book online 24/7 or call 01798 344576 General Enquiries: 01798 343055 info@petworthfestival.org.uk

An Evening of Poetry and Song

Tuesday 16 July, 19:45

Cuckfield Royal Observer Corps Nuclear Bunker Open Day

Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Curiosities from the world of food and drink by Mr Robert Booth. Visitors welcomed. Jane Biggs 01273 834421.

Wednesday 17 July, 14:30-16:30

St Symphorian’s You Group – Blind Veterans with John Taylor The Atkinson Room at St Symphorian’s Church Hall, Durrington BN13 3HU Friendship group sharing fresh knowledge, friends and experiences.

Talk about the work of Blind Veterans. £3 per person includes refreshments.

Jane Winter 01903 268109.

Wednesday 17 July, 20:00-22:00

Royal Marines Association, Brighton & Hove District Adur Bowling Club, Recreation Ground, Old Barn Way, Southwick BN42 4NT Socials - Battle of Trafalgar Meeting and Social. Contact Secretary as alternates between two venues. £3 Branch Membership. Contact: Maureen Copelin 01273 236437 Maureen.copelin@ntlworld.com Friday 19 July, 19:15-21:45

Music for Everyone The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Doors open at 18:00. Organist/ keyboard player John Cooper.

Entry £5 on door. Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269.

Saturday 20 – Wednesday 31 July

Giant LEGO® Brick Animal Trail Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB The LEGO® Brick Animal Trail returns

Newtimber Place, Church Lane, Newtimber BN6 9BU “Tasting Delicious Words” with Neil Morris, Sheila Wilson and Belinda Sharp accompanied by Dave Farmer on the piano. Tickets £15 in advance. 01273 831877 Lucy at lucy. newtimber@icloud.com or Gill at gill.bedlam@googlemail.com Saturday 20, 11:00-16:00 & 21 July, 10:00-14:00

Observer Field, Newbury Lane, Cuckfield RH17 5JZ The Cold War underground bunker built in 1961 and in use until 1991 has been restored. £5 entry fee. No booking necessary. www.facebook. com/cuckfieldnuclearbunker or Ed Combes 07970 832667 Mark Russell 07789 266243.

Sunday 21 July, 10:30

RSPCA Brighton Open Day & Dog Show

Family fun day out, fun dog show, loads of stalls, refreshments, bar, children’s entertainments, etc. £5 per car or £1 per pedestrian, includes parking and programme.

Anne Bond 01273 554218.

Sunday 21 July, 13:00-17:30

Burgess Hill in Bloom Garden Safari 2019 Burgess Hill Town, c/o Summerfield, 101 Station Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9ED Ten Beautiful and interesting gardens open. For 2019, emphasis on smaller gardens. Profits to St. Peters & St. James Hospice. Cathy Barnett: 01444 244617 www.burgesshillinbloom.co.uk Sunday 21 July

Sussex Harmonisers & Afternoon Tea on the Lawns Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Wych Cross, Nr Forest Row RH18 5JR Enjoy a leisurely afternoon on the lawns listening to the amazing Sussex Harmonisers with afternoon tea, perfect for everyone. £34.50 per adult and £17.25 per child (12 years & under).

01342 824988.

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DIARY DATES Wednesday 24 – Sunday 28 July

The Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Great Britain The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead RH17 5NU Everything from the thrills and spills of international showjumping to the elegance and glamour of champion showing horses and ponies. Not to mention GREAT shopping! Tickets prices start from £20 Adult, £10 child. www.hickstead.co.uk 01273 834315 Wednesday 24 July, 20:00-22:00

Sussex Bonsai Group – Group Meeting Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road, Wivelsfield RH17 7QH We will be holding a Workshop. Please bring a tree or two along for help and advice etc. All welcome to attend.

First visit free. Tea and coffee will be available. Contact: Ray Brunsden 01444 244267 ray.b@talktalk.net Friday 26 July, 14:00-16:00

Float Like a Hovercraft?

Brighton Toy and Model Museum We love science and engineering so we are excited to be part of Engineering Open House Day, organised by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

Ages 7-11. Standard admissions.

Booking essential 01273 749494 www.brightontoymuseum.co.uk Saturday 27 July, 09:00-12:30

Hassocks Village Market

National Tyres Forecourt, 60 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AR Held every 4th Saturday in the month, this is a lively and bustling village market supporting local producers and crafts people. Huge selection of fresh produce, plants and much more.

Contact: hassocksvillagemarket1@ gmail.com or via Facebook ‘Hassocks Village Market’.

Saturday 27 July, 10:00

Saturday 27 July

Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 July, 10:00-16:00

The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead RH17 5NU Now in its 11th year, Hickstead Ladies’ Day at the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Great Britain, is one of the highlights of the Sussex Social Calendar. Join in the fun, don your finest fancies and strut the turf of our famous International Arena. With some fabulous prizes, exclusive Ladies’ Day Enclosure with a private bar and special hospitality discount, come and be part of the glamour. Tickets prices start from £25 Adult, £15 child. www. hickstead.co.uk 01273 834315.

Wakehurst, Ardingly RH17 6TN Fun activities for all the family in Wakehurst’s beautiful woodlands.

Weekend includes crafts, storytelling, tree climbing, bush craft and more!

Entry included with garden entry, additional charges may apply for some activities. Kew.org/Wakehurst 01444 894067.

Ladies Day at Hickstead

Saturday 27 July, 10:00-12:00

Traidcraft Stall, Coffee Morning and Messy Church Hassocks United Reformed Church, 23 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AB Traidcraft Stall. Sample a cup of fairly traded Machu Pichu ground coffee.

Children’s activities. Julia Scotland 01444 871812 07522866237 julia@pjscot2.plus.com

dog show, Punch & Judy, stalls, fun fair, beer tent and refreshments.

Free entry. Lion Ian Forbes 01342 326785.

Mid Sussex Ramblers Ardingly Amble Ardingly, Little London Layby RH17 6TJ TQ344304 Ardingly, Wakehurst, Fulling Mill Farm, High Weald Landscape Trail. 4mi/6.4m Moderate. Contact: John 01444 483860 or 07817 032135 on the day.

Sunday 28 July, 12:00-17:00

Fulking Fair and Allsorts Fun Dog Show North Town Field, The Street, Fulking BN5 9LX Annual award-winning village fair in aid of village hall maintenance and Dog Show in aid of rescue dogs. Free admission. Contact: Bob Rowland 01273 857271.

Wild Wood

Saturday 27 July, 10:00-17:30

The Adventurers Art Club Annual Exhibition King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH Over 100 original works of art to enjoy and maybe purchase. This exhibition finishes on Sunday 4th August.

Sunday 28 July, 12:00-17:00

East Grinstead Lions – Annual Donkey Derby King Georges Field, Moat Road, East Grinstead RH9 3LN Entertainment for all the family, including donkey races, donkey rides,

Michelham Priory House & Gardens

A summer of sculptures, roses and unmissable events

Events Classic Vehicle Show

SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

Sat 13th & Sun 14th July

20th Anniversary

Sussex Guild Craft Show 2 to 4 August nd

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Daily to 30 September See the historic Garden transformed into a stunning outdoor gallery with an enticing collection of sculpture.

Included in admission

Medieval Weekend 7th & 8th September

Wednesdays this August Pirate & Princess Day 7th August

ROSES IN BLOOM

Wildlife Wednesday 14th August

This summer, admire the beauty of 750 David Austin rose plants and 100 varieties at their peak.

Included in admission

Family Games Fest 21st August

Archaeology Day 28th August

OPEN AIR OPERA

Outdoor Theatre Shows The Rude Mechanicals 11 August, 7.15pm th

Gangster Granny

1st September, 5.00pm Upper Dicker, Nr Hailsham BN27 3QS. 01323 844224

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La Traviata, 26 July The Barber of Seville, 27 July Two evenings of summer opera with lavish costumes and period sets.

Advance booking required WEEKS

www.bordehill.co.uk West Sussex, RH16 1XP

Tel: 01444 450326