November 2015 Diary Dates

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Bonhams London to Brighton Veteran Car Run London to Brighton, passing through Hassocks Your chance to see some beautiful veteran cars drive past! Visit www. veterancarrun.com for details.

Sunday 01 November, 10:00-16:00

Black Cat Day

National Cat Adoption Centre, Chelwood Gate RH17 7DE There will be a Fancy Dress competition, BYO Carved Pumpkin competition, tours, stalls, games, raffle, Tombola, face painting, and much more. Contact: 01825 741331 Sunday 01 November, 10:30

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Hassocks Circular

Dale Avenue Car Park, Hassocks BN6 8LN To Ditchling and return via Oldland Mill. 4.0 miles. GR TQ308154 Contact: Frances 01273 842628 Sunday 01 November, 11:00-13:00

Sushi Workshop

Big Life Organics, 112 South Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4LL Take the mystery out of this delicious and versatile Japanese delicacy and learn how to make your own sushi!

This hands-on workshop will teach you how to roll sushi using a variety of vegetarian fillings – then take it home to eat! £45. Contact: 01444 628667, classes@biglifeorganics.co.uk, www. biglifeorganics.co.uk Sunday 01 November, 17:30

Danny Park Bonfire & Fireworks

Danny Park, New Way Lane, Hurstpierpoint See Local Living Sunday 01 November, 18:30-20:00

Mozart’s Requiem

St Nicholas Church, Church Road, Crawley RH10 7RT Hear Mozart’s Requiem sung by the Worth Festival Choir as part of a service to commemorate the departed. Entry free. Contact: Sue Perry 03001 118150 Monday 02, 09, 16, 23 & 30 November, 08:00-17:00

General Antiques & Collectables Auction

Gorringes, Garden Street, Lewes, East Sussex NB7 1TJ Gorringes hold a weekly Monday sale located at Gorringes Garden Street Auction Rooms, Lewes. This is a wellestablished regular auction holding between 600 and 800 lots of antique and other furniture, ceramics, jewellery, pictures, silver and collectables. Contact: 01273 478221 clientservices@gorringes. co.uk Tuesday 03 November, 09:30-12:30

Diabetes Awareness Course

Park View Health Partnership, Leylands Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8HS The Wellbeing Team are running half day courses with local GPs to develop

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a programme for people who are at risk of developing diabetes. For further information call 01444 477191 or email wellbeing@midsussex.gov.uk

Wednesday 04 November, 10:00-11:30

Mid Sussex Patient Participation Group - Talk on Arthritis

Hurstpierpoint Surgery, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UQ A talk on the subject of Arthritis will be given by Dr Terence Lynch, and will take place at Hurst Surgery in the Education Room, Lower Ground Floor.

All patients of Hurst, Hassocks and Ditchling are welcome. Further details from Chairman, Terry Harper on 01273 833554 or email terry.harper @btinternet.com Wednesday 04 November, 13:45-16:00

Burgess Hill Flower Club

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX A Floral Demonstration by Angie Hyde entitled: Christmas Delight. Visitors £5.50 but with a copy of Sussex Living Magazine your first visit is free.

Contact: Hazel Foster 01273 757176 hazelF31@talktalk.net Wednesday 04 November, 19:45-21:45

Burgess Hill Horticultural Society Open Meeting

See Local Living

Thursday 05 November, 20:00

Greyhound - Open Mic Night

Saturday 07 November, 10:30

Friday 06 November, 18:30-23:00

Red House Common car park, Warrs Hill Road BN8 4JE Lindfield Farm, Great Noven Farm and Chailey Windmill. Possible tea room visit after the walk. 4.0 miles. GR TQ392218 Contact: Jackie 01444 248399 07810785681 on the day.

Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT Every Thursday! Whatever your talent, come and show it off or just watch others. Pop in for a fun night out - entrance free! Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymer@yahoo.co.uk

Mid Sussex Amateur Radio Society Surplus Equipment Sale Cyprus Hall, Starford Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Come along to have a great evening, buy a few things; have a cuppa and a bite to eat. Meet up with friends.

Contact: Stella Rogers 07803 086838, newsletter@msars.org.uk, www.msars. org.uk

Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN A Talk - “Tudor London” by Ian Bevan Thursday 05 November, 18:30-21:00

Lindfield Bonfire Celebrations Lindfield Village Common, Lindfield, Nr Haywards Heath RH16 See Local Living

Thursday 05 November, 20:00 (Doors open at 19:30)

Ditchling Film Society - Selma 12A Cert Ditchling Village Hall, Lewes Road, Ditchling BN6 8TT

Cuckfield Park, Cuckfield, Haywards Heath See Local Living Saturday 07 November, 18:30

Chailey Bonfire Night Lewes Road, Chailey See Local Living

St Wilfrid’s Church, Church Road, Haywards Heath RH15 9RJ Countess of Munster Award winner Ugne Tiskute (viola) accompanied

by Alexandra Vaduva (piano). £12, with concessions and members’ discount available. Contact: Christine Colbourne 01444 456227 www. haywardsheathmusicsociety.org.uk

Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Lewes BN7 3AE Find out about the successful landbased courses, apprenticeships and employer training. Meet student ambassadors.

Tours of student facilities. Contact: Plumpton College 01273 890454 enquiries@plumpton.ac.uk www. plumpton.ac.uk

Mid Sussex Association National Trust

Cuckfield Bonfire

East Court Mansion, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LS ‘Wakehurst at War’ - speaker, John Withall. All are welcome. Friends of the Museum, free/Non-members, £2.50 (pay on the door).

Thursday 05, 10 & 19 November, 13:35-14:05

Thursday 05 November, 14:30

Saturday 07 November, 18:00

Saturday 07 November, 19:45-22:00

Speaker night “Friends of East Grinstead’ Museum

Friday 06 November 20:30

Recital Room, Music School, Lancing College, Lancing, West Sussex BN15 0RW Lunchtime Concerts at Lancing College offer a variety of musical delights from current pupils. A cultural oasis in the middle of the day! Free entrance, but please contact Music Secretary to book a ticket. Contact: Beverley Allen, Music Secretary, 01273 465968 baa@lancing.org.uk www.lancingcollege.co.uk

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Tea Shop Walk around Chailey Common

Friday 06 November, Doors open 19:30

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Illustrated Talk - ‘Fynbos Spring Birds, flowers and animals of the South African Cape’. Speaker John Buckingham. Admission: Members free, Visitors £1. Contact: Flo Whitaker 01444 245509 bhhs@talktalk.net

Lunchtime Concert

Play Group. Contact: Glenda Thomson 01444 811462

Elvis is back!

The Sportsman, Goddards Green BN6 9LQ Live music. Free entrance. Contact: 01444 233460 www.thesportsmanpub.com Saturday 07 November, 09:00-12:30

Information Morning at Plumpton College

Saturday 07 November, 10:00-12:00

Coffee Morning organized by Burgess Hill Methodist Church

The Martlets, Burgess Hill RH15 9NN Find out about the various activities at Burgess Hill Methodist Church. All monies raised to go to Church Funds.

Contact: Burgess Hill Methodist Church 01444 236733 Saturday 07 November, 10:00-14:00

Balcombe Village Craft, Gift & Local Produce Market

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe HP17 6HP Come and enjoy the assortment of lovely stalls and local produce, including fresh fish, sausages, pork and eggs etc. Mary’s cakes, chutneys and jams.

Gill’s pies and quiches. Plus truffles and sweets. Rapkyns Nursery will also be there with their lovely plants etc.

Donations will be given to Tiggers

Haywards Heath Music Society Concert

Saturday 07 & Sunday 08 November, 10:0017:00

The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show

Hurst College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9JS Meet the makers at a craft show with the very best of Sussex designer made goods.

Entrance £2 for adults and students and children free. Contact: 01273 479565 info@thesussexguild.co.uk Sunday 08 November, from 10:45

Clayton and Keymer RBL Remembrance Service

The Lych Gate of St John The Baptist Church, Clayton See Local Living Sunday 08 November, 10:00-16:00

Mind, Body, Spirit Sussex Festival

The Meeting Rooms at Martha & Daisy’s, School Close, Burgess Hill RH15 9RX Healing Therapies, Psychic Readers, Holistic Goods and Produce, Food and Refreshments. Entry to the Festival and Group Healing sessions are free. Contact: mcnabali@yahoo.co 07769269066 Sunday 08 November, 11:00-16:30

Book Nook

The Chapel, The Street, Fulking BN5 9LN We are selling books and CDs and DVDs with all proceeds going towards the upkeep of our ancient church.

Sunday 08 November, 19:30-21:30

Mid-Sussex Remembrance Concert Puccini Messa Di Gloria

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DiaryDates The Dolphin Leisure Centre, Pasture Hill Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1LY See Local Living Sunday 08 November, 19:30

Wivelsfield FILMS

Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG See Local Living Monday 09 November, 10:00-14:00

Fostering Drop-in Session

Horsham Library, Lower Tanbridge Way, Horsham RH12 1PJ Come along to meet members of the Fostering team, ask questions and discover more about what it takes to become a foster carer.

To view our video on a real-life foster family, visit our West Sussex videos pages (www.westsussex.gov. uk) and see our ’Fostering - the inside story’.

We meet every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Weald Inn. Owners and enthusiasts welcome. Come and have a chat, listen to a few stories or even tell a tale of two. For further information please call Fred Bone on 01444 239853.

Annual General Meeting of the Society.

Contact: Sylvia Hancock 01273 844544 n8a5cluv@talktalk.net

Friday 13 November, 19:30-22:00

Wednesday 11 November, 20:00-21:30

Tuesday 10 November, 19:45

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP Our speaker, Martin Hayes, is currently conducting a research programme into the effects of the Great War and has amassed a great deal of information.

Martin is also the County Local History Librarian. £1 Members, £3 Visitors. (includes refreshments). Contact: julie.budgen@ btinternet.com

Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Come along for a most interesting talk.

Contact: Stella Rogers 07803 086838, newsletter@msars.org.uk, www.msars. org.uk

Hurstpierpoint Horticultural Society - Soil Our Misunderstood Best Friend

Club Suite, Village Hall, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY An illustrated talk by Ross Unsworth who is a lecturer at Plumpton College with 13 years’ experience specialising in plant and soil science. Members £1, Non-members £2. Contact: greenhpp@tiscali.co.uk Tuesday 10 November, 20:00

The Group

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH “The Natural Year in Focus: January – June”. A talk by Peter Lovett.

Members £1.50. Visitors £2.00.

Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351

A pub in Burgess Hill A club for single men, aged 45+. Not really!! It’s a club for everybody, but we would like more men to join. We meet in Burgess Hill on the second Tuesday evening of every month, Lewes on the 1st Tuesday, Brighton on the 3rd Tuesday and Horsham on the 4th Monday. Walking, theatre, golf, arts, and music, dining - loads of things to do. Contact: www.thegroup.org.uk

Monday 09 November, 20:00

Wednesday 11 - 22 November, 11:00-17:00

Monday 09 November, 19:45

Hassocks Field Society

Greyhound - Quiz Night

Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT We currently hold a monthly quiz on the second Monday of each month.

Why not pop along for this fun night and pit your wits against others. Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymer@yahoo.co.uk Tuesday 10 November, 10:00-15:00

The Alternative Healthcare Open Day

Out of the Box - The Return Cartoons & Compositions by Chris Dawson

Hop Gallery, Star Brewery, Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes BN7 1YJ Following his successful 2014 exhibition, Chris Dawson returns to the Hop Gallery with his one man show. An ever expanding collection of funny, quirky and original paintings and cartoons. Contact: 01273 487744 www.hopgallery.com

Oathall House, 70 Oathall Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3EN It’s our Open Day Taster Day! Do come along - there will be Yoga sessions, an opportunity to speak to our team of therapists and enjoy a juice from the cafe. Entry is free. Contact: Melissa Toleman 01444 474447 melissa@thealternativehealthcare.com www.thealternativehealthcare.com

Wednesday 11 November, 14:00-16:00

Tuesday 10 November, 14:30

Open Evening

Lindfield Preservation Society

King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH An illustrated talk on – “A Woman Living In The Shadow Of The Second World War – Helena Hall’s Journal from the Home Front ” by Margaret Nicolle. Lindfield resident Helena Hall’s daily diary of the war years, from 1940 to 1945, is one of the most vivid, detailed and evocative personal records of the Second World War as it was experienced by people living in an English village. Contact: John Chapman 01444 484470 john_chapman@talk21.com All welcome, entry free.

Tuesday 10 November, 19:30

Weald Classic Vehicle Club

Weald Inn, Royal George Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9SJ

East Grinstead Art Society

St Swithun’s Church Hall, St Swithun’s Close, East Grinstead RH19 3AZ Demonstration – Critique – John Joseph. Visitors welcome £3. Contact: Wendy Vick 01342311093 wmv85@outlook.com Wednesday 11 & Thursday 12 November, 18:30-21:00 The College of Richard Collyer, Hurst Road, Horsham RH12 2EJ We welcome students and parents to our Open Evening to discuss the post 16 courses we can offer you in 2016.

Contact: Admissions Manager: Frances Boulter fb@collyers.ac.uk Wednesday 11 November, 19:30

Annual General Meeting & Talk

King Edward Hall, High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH Lindfield Horticultural Society AGM followed by Gill Jones’ talk ‘An Annual Challenge (flowers)’. Contact: www.lindfieldhorts.org.uk 01444 456509 Wednesday 11 November, 20:00-22:00

Hassocks Horticultural Society Annual General Meeting

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH

Balcombe History Society - ‘Great War West Sussex: The Home Front’

Thursday 12 November, 09:45-12:00

Haywards Heath Ceramics Group Lecture

Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Lecture by Kathy Niblett, Historian and Lecturer specialising in 20th Century Ceramics, on “The Leach Family of Studio Potters”. Guests £8.00. Contact: Membership Secretary 01444 483372 www.HHCG.org.uk/wordpress Thursday 12 November, 10:00-16:00

Jewellery Valuation Day

Bonhams, 19 Palmeira Square, Hove BN3 2JN Bonhams Jewellery Specialist will be at the office to provide free and confidential auction valuations on items you are considering selling. To make an appointment, please contact Jenny Bouston on 01273 220 000 or email jenny.bouston@bonhams.com Thursday 12 November, 19:30

Celebrity Recital: Elizabeth Watts, Soprano Great School, Lancing College, Lancing, West Sussex BN15 0RW Hailed as one of Britain’s brightest new singing talents, Elizabeth Watts’ programme will include Strauss, de Falla, Canteloube and Bridge. £15 (£10 concessions, students free) to include interval glass of wine or soft drink.

Contact: Beverley Allen, Music Secretary, 01273 465968 baa@lancing. org.uk www.lancingcollege.co.uk Thursday 12 November, 20:00

Hurst Village Cinema - Ida

The Players Theatre, Hurstpierpoint High St See Local Living Friday 13 November, 16:00-20:30

Let’s Dance Sponsored Tap Dance Keymer Church Hall, Hassocks See Local Living

Friday 13 November, 19:30 for 20:00

Macmillan Cancer Support Annual Dinner Jeremy’s Restaurant, Borde Hill, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP 3 course dinner, including arrival aperitif. By ticket only £45 per person. Contact: David Metcalfe elsda@btinternet.com

Mid Sussex Amateur Radio Society Talk by Chris Coward ‘HF Propagation Predictions’

Saturday 14 November, 09:30-12:00

Coffee Morning for Leo House Nurses Hassocks United Reformed Church See Local Living Saturday 14 November

Learn to Patchwork and Quilt – Make a Mug Rug

Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT A beginners workshop for adults and teens. £65. Visit the website or call for more info. www.madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk 07967 819540 Saturday 14 November, 09:00-12:00

Winter Bird Walk on Bedelands Nature Reserve

Meet in car park off Maple Drive for 09:00 Led by John Prodger and Shirley Sierns.

Learn about and see the winter birds on Bedelands with help from knowledgeable enthusiasts. Contact: Mary Smith (Secretary of Friends of Burgess Hill Green Circle Network) 01444 242667 mary.s.smith@talktalk.net Saturday 14 November, 10:00-17:30

The Charlie Bear 10th Anniversary Party

Smiffy Bears, Cobblestone Walk, High Street, Steyning BN44 3RD An event hosted by Jackie Smith of Smiffy Bears, celebrating the 10th Anniversary of business. There are special party packs with a secret Charlie Bear inside and many other surprises during the day.

Saturday 14 November, 12:00-16:30 & Sunday 15 November, 12:00-16:00

Owl Day

Martha & Daisy’s, School Close, Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 9RX By popular demand John is returning to the Emporium with his beautiful owls for you to hold, ask questions about and have pictures taken with. John and his owls are popular visitors to Martha and Daisy’s – come along and say hi. Contact: info@marthaanddaisys.com www.marthaanddaisys.com Saturday 14 November, 18:00-21:00

A Downland Celebration

Pyecombe Church, Pyecombe BN45 7FE A fun community evening, hear historical tales about local villages and their links to Lewes Priory with wine and songs. £7.50 per adult (includes a glass of wine and nibbles) under 14s free. Contact: Karen Lewis karenalew1@aol.com 01273857013 for in advance tickets Sunday 15 November, 10:00

Weald Classic Car Club Breakfast

Chalet Cafe, Henfield Road, Cowfold RH13 8DU All welcome.

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Conservation Work Parties

Bedelands Nature Reserve - Meet in car park for 10am Help to maintain your local nature reserve and enjoy the workout for free. All tools supplied. Stay as long as you wish. Contact: 01444 242667 mary.s.smith@talktalk.net Sunday 15 November, 10:30-11:30

Refreshing Church

Burgess Hill Methodist Church,London Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8QD (Entrance off Gloucester Road) Fun Worship for all ages, opportunity for craft making during the service.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. A free will offering will be taken during the service. Contact: Burgess Hill Methodist Church 01444 236733 Sunday 15 November, 10:30

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Hassocks Circular

Dale Avenue Long Stay Car Park, Hassocks BN6 8LN Hassocks, Hurstpierpoint, Clayton, Hassocks. 5.0 miles. GR TQ308153.

Contact: Frances 01273 842628 Sunday 15 November, 12:00-16:00

Wedding Open Day

Tottington Manor, Edburton Road, Nr Henfield BN5 9LJ Visit Tottington Manor, a beautiful wedding venue. We will help you create the wedding of your dreams. Contact: 01903 815757 or info@tottingtonmanor.co.uk Sunday 15 November, 16:30-18:30

Dvorak Mass in D Major

St Mary the Virgin, Windmill Lane, East Grinstead RH19 2DS East Grinstead Choral Society presents Dvorak’s lyrical and dramatic piece.

Also Mendelssohn’s Hear my Prayer (Oh for the Wings). Adult: £15 and £8 Student in full time education. www. egcs.co.uk Box office: Margaret Barnett magsbarnett5869@btinternet.com 01342 328774 Monday 16 November, 19:45-21:15

The Jewels of SE Asia (Vietnam & Cambodia) - Ray Hale – Wildlife Expert

St Barnabas Church Hall, Dunnings Road, East Grinstead East Grinstead Natural History Society - lecture with slides. £4.50 for guests including refreshments. Terriss Bacon on 01342 315051 Tuesday 17 November, 20:00-22:00

Lindfield & District Folk Dance Club

Ashenground Community Centre, Vale Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4JR Folk dancing for fun, no partner needed. £2 including tea/coffee and biscuit at half time. First evening free.

Contact: Mike 01444 482741 Wednesday 18 - Saturday 21 November

Ditchling Players - ‘Nightmare’ Ditchling Village Hall See Local Living

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Wednesday 18 - Saturday 21 November, 20:00 Saturday 16:00

Warninglid Players - ‘False Widows’

Seaforth Hall, Cuckfield Lane, Warninglid RH17 5UB The play is set in 1955 and the action takes place in Heathersett House, a rambling manor house in Scotland where many strange family secrets are revealed over a period of 48 hours. A charity collection will be held after each performance for ‘The Royal Brompton Hospital’. Tickets are £8 and are available from Elaine Forster 01444 461313 Thursday 19 - Saturday 21 November, 19:30

Wivelsfield Little Theatre ‘Edge of Darkness’

Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG See Local Living Tuesday 17 November, 19:45-21:45

Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Annual meeting and talk on Brazil by Jo Kaddish and Brenda Mack. Visitors welcome. Contact: Jane Biggs 01273 834421 Wednesday 18 November, 10:15–12:00 – Tours & Talk, 12:00 - Buffet Lunch

The Towers Convent School Open Morning

The Towers Convent School, Henfield Road, Upper Beeding BN44 3TF Open Days provide an opportunity to see the school in action on a normal working day. Contact: Anna Chambers 01903 812185 admin@ thetowersconventschool.org to book a place www.thetowersconventschool. org/admissions/open-days/ Wednesday 18 November, 19:30

Organ Recital in aid of the Lancing College Malawi Project

Lancing College Chapel, Lancing, West Sussex BN15 0RW Lancing College Chapel organ scholar Jack Redman presents a varied programme of music using all six keyboards and 4,879 pipes! £5.00. Contact: Beverley Allen, Music Secretary, 01273 465968 baa@lancing. org.uk www.lancingcollege.co.uk Wednesday 18 November, 20:00

Mid Sussex Ramblers Group AGM

Haywards Heath Town Hall, 40 Boltro Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1BA Group AGM. GR TQ328241.

Contact: Yvonne 01444 441926 and 07843566602 on the day.

Thursday 19 November to Tuesday 05 January, 2016

Wilde about Kingscote

Kingscote Estate, Mill Place Farm, Vowels Lane, East Grinstead RH19 4LG An exhibition of paintings and drawings of life and locations on the estate by William de Wilde.

Thursday 19 November, 10:45-12:00

‘See Us At Work’ Open Morning

Burgess Hill Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0EG This Open Morning provides prospective families and students the

chance to find out more about the opportunities available for September 2016. Contact: Miss M Roach Registrar 01444 241050 registrar@ burgesshillgirls.com www.burgesshillgirls.com

Thursday 19 November, 14:30

Mid Sussex Association National Trust

Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN AGM followed by short talks by speakers from our local NT properties.

Friday 20 November

Mayfield School Open Morning

The Old Palace, Mayfield TN20 6PH The Headmistress and the Head and Deputy Head Girl will talk about life at Mayfield. Two of our younger pupils give an insight into their own experiences of Mayfield. Then pupils lead guided tours of the building and grounds. Lunch will be provided. If you would like to attend, please contact the Admissions Office on 01435 874642 or admissions@mayfieldgirls.org to register your interest.

Friday 20 November, 14:00-16:00

Hurst, Hassocks & Ditchling U3A

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Actor Brian Freeland presents a staged biography about the life, loves and writings of George Bernard Shaw.

Contact: Jacqueline Brewer 01273 841072 j.brewer420@btinternet.com Friday 20 November, 19:15-21:45. Doors open 18:00

Music for Everyone

The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Celebrated organist/keyboard player, Paul Carman. Entry £5 on door.

Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269 bhkeyclub33@talktalk.net Saturday 21 November, 10:00

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Horsted Keynes Circular

Horsted Keynes British Legion Car Park RH17 7AE Warren Farm, Twyford Farm, Tanyard, Bluebell Railway, Cinder Hill. Optional pub lunch after walk. Dogs allowed. 6.8 miles. GR TQ383282 Contact: Tony 01444 438297 07597199768 Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 November, 10:0017:00

Chailey & Newick Painting Group’s 10th Anniversary Art Exhibition Chailey Village Hall (On A275, adjacent to 5 Bells pub) BN8 4DA Paintings, cards and refreshments.

Opening by ‘Big Painting Challenge’ judge Daphne Todd OBE on Saturday morning. Supporting St Peter’s & St James Hospice. www. chaileyandnewickpaintinggroup.org.uk Contact: Carlina Oliver 01273 400512 carlina_oliver@yahoo.co.uk Saturday 21 November, 15:00-17:30

Self-Development Taster Workshop -‘You are so much more than you think you are’

Hollytree Healing Centre, Two Mile Ash Road, Barns Green RH13 0PX The question: “who do you THINK

you are?” Explore this and much more, finding fantastic revelations and lovely surprises about ourselves. £45.00.

Contact: Key Workshops, 01403 732810/07921 837807 keyworkshops@gmail.com www.keyworkshops.co.uk

Saturday 21 November, 19:30-21:30

Duruffle Concert

Holy Trinity Church, Forest Row RH18 5AF Forest Row Choral Society will sing Duruffle’s Requiem and other pieces.

Accompanied on organ by Dr. David Ponsford. Tickets £12.00 free to under 16s. Contact: Genia Bainbridge 01342 822791 www.frcs.org.uk Sunday 22 November, 10:00

Mid Sussex Ramblers - South West of Haywards Heath

Beech Hurst Car Park, Haywards Heath RH16 4BB Sandrocks, Holmbush Farm, Heaselands. 6.5 miles GR TQ322238.

Contact: William 01444 831098 07801 711401 on the day.

Sunday 22 November, 18:00

Fairies, Phantoms and Fiends Opera Hurstpierpoint Village Centre See Local Living Monday 23 November, 19:45

Hassocks Field Society

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH The Miracle Seed - a talk by Durwin Banks. Members £1.50. Visitors £2.00.

Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351 Tuesday 24 November, 09:30

Action for Deafness Autumn Conference

Action for Deafness, 22 Sussex Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4EA Exploring social isolation and the way we can reduce it. £10. Contact: 01444 415582, www.actionfordeafness.org.uk info@actionfordeafness.org.uk Tuesday 24 November - Saturday 5 December

The Bodyguard

The Hawth, Hawth Avenue, Crawley RH10 6YZ Alexandra Burke stars in the awardwinning West End hit musical based on the blockbuster film.

Box Office 01293 553636 www.hawth.co.uk Wednesday 25 November, 09:30-16:00

Italian Festive Cookery with Valentina Harris

Kitchen Academy at Kingscote, Kingscote Vineyards, Mill Place Farm, Vowels Lane, East Grinstead RH19 4LG Learn how to cook festive Italian food with Italian expert chef Valentina Harris. Cost £165 per person. For further information or to book this course: info@KingscoteEstate.com or 01342 327535 www.kingscoteestate.com Wednesday 25 November, 14:00-16:00

East Grinstead Art Society

St Swithun’s Church Hall, St Swithun’s Close, East Grinstead RH19 3AZ Workshop, but no painting! Christmas celebration - please bring food/nibbles.

Visitors welcome £3. Contact: Wendy Vick 01342311093 wmv85@outlook.com

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DiaryDates Wednesday 25 November, 20:00–22:00

Contact: 01444 244854 newsletter@ midsussexcaledoniansociety.org.uk

Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT Illustrated lecture by Dr Mark Avery (former Director of Conservation for the RSPB). £7 for guests.

Contact: Lesley Berry 01342 324955

Saturday 28 November, 09:00-13:00

Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Lectures by Lars Tharp, Ceramics Expert from BBC Antiques Road Show - “A Tour of European Ceramics” & “On the China Trail”.

Members/Guests £35. Contact: Sue Tagg 01444 483599 or Sheila Gaskell: 01444 483372 or www.HHCG.org.uk/wordpress Thursday 26 November, 19:00–22:00

Gluten Free Vegetarian Feast Night

Limes Restaurant, 67 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HN Delicious Thai tasting menu with matching wines. All completely vegan and gluten free. See www. limesoflindfield.co.uk/vegetarianfeast-night/ for details. £35 per head (including wine).

Contact: Limes Restaurant 01444 487858 restaurant@limesoflindfield.co.uk Friday 27 November, 12:00-20:00 Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 November, 10:0017:00

The Attic Art Fair

The Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield RH17 5EL Original works of art for sale including paintings, sculpture and wood carved items. Admission free. Refreshments will be served throughout the fair. Kent & Sussex Air Ambulance - Carole-Lynn 01444 482375 cld48@icloud.com Friday 27 November, 18:30-23:00

Murder Mystery

Big Life Organics, 112 South Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4LL Christmas shopping starts here! Special offers on food & drink, health & beauty, gifts and jewellery. With mulled wine, a free health talk and cooking demonstration in store. Free entrance.

Contact:01444 628667 shop@biglifeorganics.co.uk, www.biglifeorganics.co.uk Saturday 28 November

Christmas China Decoration Workshop

Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT A beginners workshop for adults and teens. Visit the website or call for more info. £25. Contact: www.madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk 07967 819540 Saturday 28 November, 09:30-15:30

How to Enjoy Gluten Free Cooking

3 Atlingworth Street, Brighton BN2 1PL Have fun learning all the secrets of successful gluten free cooking including pastry and scones. Contact: Veryan Young 07786 735714 www.very-good-food.co.uk info@very-good-food.co.uk

Friday 27 November, 19:15 for 19:30

Sunday 29 November, 14:00

Friday 27 November, 19:15-19:45

Caledonian Society : St Andrews Night Celebration Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road.

Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG A two course meal preceded by a welcome drink followed by some easy Scottish Country dances.

WEEKENDS IN NOVEMBER Children will travel for £1 on third class services. (3-15 years only)

Open Day

Saturday 28 November, 10:30

Preston Nomads Cricket Ground BN5 9NH Quiz and Ploughman’s Supper in aid of St Andrew’s Church, Edburton. £7.50 each (tables of 4). Tickets go quickly for this popular quiz so please phone 07812 465559 asap to book a table.

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Saturday 28 November, 09:00-17:30

Tottington Manor, Edburton Road, Henfield BN5 9LJ A 1930s styled evening full of drama and entertainment, and a fabulous 3 course meal. £35.00 per head. Contact: 01903 815757 info@tottingtonmanor.co.uk www. tottingtonmanor.co.uk

Quiz

One of the best family days out in Sussex!

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Danehill Valley

Danehill Church Lane RH17 7EY Newnham’s Wood, Birchgrove, Buttocks Bank Wood. 5 miles. GR TQ403272 Contact: William 01444 831098 and 07801 711401 on the day

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Pyecombe & Poynings Circular

Pyecombe, Old A23 by pedestrian footbridge over the new A23, pass Plough PH, follow road to end towards Pyecombe Street BN45 7ED Pyecombe, Newtimber Hill, Saddlescombe Farm, Poynings, Newtimber Church, Pyecombe.

NB There are two steep ascents and one steep descent. 4.8 miles GR TQ285128.

Contact: Ann P 01273 843850

❅ Santa

Trains run as part of our service two timetable (times will alter on the 14th/15th and 21st/22nd November) All services throughout the day are steam hauled by one of our historic locomotives.

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Haywards Heath Ceramics Group Discovery Day

National Tyres Forecourt, 60 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AR A lively and bustling village market supporting local producers and crafts-people. Huge selection of fresh bread, free range meats, eggs and fish, traditional cheese, plants, home baked cakes and much more. Music and singing, weather depending, plus Hassocks Football Club promoting their services to the community. Contact: Sarah Lessacheer, 07810 800248 or via facebook “Hassocks Village Market”

Specials

RUNNING IN DECEMBER HAULED

BY ONE OF OUR VINTAGE STEAM LOCOMOTIVES.

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★ Santa visits every child on board ★ Every child receives a gift from Santa

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★ Photo opportunity with Santa at Horsted Keynes ★ On board refreshments available to purchase ★ Free children's roundabout at Sheffield Park Station

★ Dickensian themed games and activities at Horsted Keynes Ring 01825 720806 10am - 4pm to book seats

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Thursday 26 November, 10:00-15:30

Hassocks Village Market

Eve Pullman ❄ ❅ New Year's The evening will begin at Sheffield Park Station with a mulled wine & amuse bouche canapés reception. You will then board the 1920’s Pullman train where you can step back in time and enjoy the splendour of travel in “times gone by” whilst feasting on a delectable five course menu.

Bring the New Year in with style and decadence at the Bluebell Railway!

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RSPB - Fighting for Birds – from Passenger Pigeon to Hen Harrier

❄ Reindeer Specials

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Bookings now being taken for this popular Christmas treat. Visit the family of Reindeers and take a journey on a steam train to meet Father Christmas. Mince pie for the adults and a present for all children book early to avoid disappointment.

Tel: 01825 720800 info@bluebell-railway.co.uk

The Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, East Sussex TN22 3QL www.bluebell-railway.com Twitter @bluebellrailway facebook.com/bluebellrailway Booking is essential for some services. Please see website for details and T&C's.

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