Sussex Living September 18 Diary Dates

Diary Dates September 2018 Do you have a Mid Sussex community or charity event to promote?

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DATES All September

‘Reasons to be Cheerful’ Cuckfield Museum, Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield RH17 5EL Cuckfield Museum celebrates the Royal birth and wedding with exquisite antique wedding dresses and objects from childhood. Entry free but donations welcome. For more information re days and times: 0144 457448 www.cuckfieldmuseum.org Saturday 01 September, 10:00-14:00

Friends of Chernobyl’s Children – Garage Sale Trail Horsted Keynes RH17 7DY Please pick up a map on the Village Green by the Social Club.

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Visit our Diary Dates page on www.sussexliving.com Sheffield Park Station (TN22 4DB, TQ484280) Bluebell Train (11.10) to Horsted Keynes then fields and woodland paths return to start. (single Fare £7).

Picnic lunch. 6mi/9.7km Moderate.

Contact: William 01444 831098 or 07801 711401 on the day.

Saturday 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 September, 12:00-16:00

Sussex Crafts – Knit & Natter 130 South Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4LT All levels and abilities welcome. We can help you get started and give advice. Come and join us and make new friends whilst having fun. £2 incl. tea/coffee and biscuits 01444 455611.

Saturday 01 September, 13:30-15:45

Saturday 01 September, 10:00-15:00

Burgess Hill Horticultural Society – Flower and Produce Show

Community Centre Car Park, or Foresters Green, Hartfield Road, Forest Row RH18 5DZ Locally produced fine food and crafts market. Contact: Mrs Sue Young (Market Manager) sue.young@forestrow.gov.uk 01342 778062 www.forestrow.gov.uk

Cyprus Hill, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX A traditional horticultural show, full of scents and colours to delight your senses! Also, refreshments, tombola, plant and produce stalls. Admission 50p. www. burgesshillhorticulturalsociety.com 01444 257806

Saturday 01 September, 10:45

Sunday 02 September, 12:00-16:00

Forest Row Market

Mid Sussex Ramblers – Train it – Walk it

Oldland Mill – Annual Milling Day

Oldlands Lane, Hassocks BN6 8ND Free minibus from opposite the Thatched Inn in Grand Avenue.

Refreshments, beer tent, our flour and memorabilia. Contact: 01273 846939 Monday 03, 10, 17 & 24 September, 08:00-17:00

General Antiques & Collectables Auction

Gorringes, 15 North Street, Lewes NB7 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 03 September, 19:30-21:30 & subsequent Mondays

Hurstpierpoint Singers

Methodist Church, 42 Cuckfield Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9RR Rehearsals start on an exciting and enjoyable programme for our Christmas concert in Holy Trinity Church on 16th December. If you enjoy singing, come and try us out before joining. David Redd 07738 377528 www.hurstsingers.co.uk

Tuesday 04 September, 10:15-11:45

NHS Retirement Fellowship (Mid Sussex Branch) Meeting Franklands Village Hall, Franklands Village, Haywards Heath RH16 3RS Monthly Branch Meeting with visiting speaker Anita Van der Colf (Subject – Action for Deafness). New members are always very welcome. Contact: David Goodger goodger_david@ hotmail.co.uk 01444 483480 Tuesday 04 September, 19:30-21:00

Worthing Antique, Arts & Collectors Club

Worthing Lecture Theatre (below main library) Richmond Road, Worthing BN11 1HD All are welcome. Annual membership is £30 or £5 per talk. Contact: Andrew Pescott 07984403890 or worthingantiqueclub@yahoo.co.uk Tuesday 04 September, 19:30-21:30

Worthing Flower Club

The Barn, English Martyr, Goring Way BN12 4EU We have a flower demonstration

by Kathryn Stayt. Visitors are very welcome. Visitors Fee is £5. Contact: Carol Stanbridge 01903 537617 or worthingflowerclub.org.uk Tuesday 04 September, 20:00–23:00

The Group for Unattached

Registered Charity No. 1027832

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Men & Women Aged 50+ A pub in Lewes A round of golf? Day at the races?

Country walk? Dinner? Casino? Quiz?

Cinema? Holiday? These are events from The Group Diary. The Group meets in Lewes on the first Tuesday evening of every month. Visit www.thegroup.org.uk and give one of the contact numbers a call.

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

‘Gages’ Home Delivery Service – Forest Row Parish Council Delivered to the Forest Row and Ashurst Wood Area This service allows residents that are unable to visit us for lunch to have a home-cooked meal delivered. Soup £2, Main Meal £4.50, Dessert £2. The cost to deliver a meal is 50p per day.

Contact: Sara Smart sara.smart@forestrow.co.uk Wednesday 05 September, 10:00-15:00

Burgess Hill Horticultural Society – Open Meeting

(1st visit free with a copy of Sussex Living Magazine).

The Girl Guide Headquarters, Trinity Road Car Park, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Visitors welcome £3.

East Grinstead Museum, Cantelupe Road, East Grinstead RH19 3BJ Every first Friday of the month we offer a free 30 minute tour of the museum with a focus on our Rebuilding Bodies and Souls exhibition. This tour brings to life the story of pioneering surgeon Sir Archibald McIndoe.

Wednesday 05 September, 20:00

Friday 07 September, 13:00

Wednesday 05 September, 14:15

Hurstpierpoint W I Meeting

Lindfield Preservation Society – “What to see in a Sussex Church”

by Kevin Gordon King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH The talk is well illustrated with details of the churches and some of the traditions associated with our country churches such as beating the bounds and church clipping. All welcome, entry free. Contact: John Chapman 01444 484470 Thursday 06 September, 12:00

Burgess Hill and District Probus Club Meeting (for retired professional and business men)

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Speaker: Pauline McBride of Sussex Prairie Garden, Nr Henfield.

Admission: Members free, Visitors £1 - All welcome! 01444 245509 www. burgesshillhorticulturalsociety.com Wednesday 05 September, 13:30 for 14:00-16:15

Lunch followed by a short talk by a professional speaker – providing an opportunity to meet with those of similar interests. We meet on the first Thursday of each month. For further info: Secretary fredreynolds3672@gmail.com 01444 236661

Burgess Hill Flower Club

Friday 07 September, 10:30

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8EU Come and enjoy a cup of tea. £6.00

Introductory Tour of East Grinstead Museum

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Lunch Time Concerts in Holy Trinity Church Holy Trinity Church, Church Street, Cuckfield RH17 5JZ Meridian Voices. Concerts are held on the first Friday of each month.

Tea, coffee and squash available from 12:30 and there is no charge.

Friday 07, 14, 21 & 28 September, 18:30-21:30

Forest Row Village Club – Happy Hour

Station Road, Forest Row RH18 5DW Happy Hour every Friday, with beer from £2.50. Contact: 01342 822856 frvillageclub@outlook.com www.forestrowvillageclub.co.uk Saturday 08 September, 14:00

Lindfield Horticultural Society: Autumn Show of Vegetables, Flowers and Produce King Edward Hall, High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH A favourite event in the calendar.

Show of Autumn vegetables, flowers and produce with refreshments and raffle. Entry £1. All welcome. Contact: 01444 458509

Saturday 08 September, 14:30

Hassocks Horticultural Society – Autumn Flower Show Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Lots to see at our Autumn Show – see exhibits of flowers, floral art, veg and fruit, cookery, preserves, handicraft, photography, paintings and children’s open class. Plants for sale, and refreshments available. All welcome.

50p entry. Derek Swaine 01273 842516 jeannederek42@btinternet.com Sunday 09 & 30 September, 10:00-14:00

RSPCA South Godstone Car Boot Sale

RSPCA Animal Centre, Eastbourne Road/A22, South Godstone RH9 8JB Free parking/ disabled parking. Set up from 9am, opens to buyers 10am.

Light refreshments. Donations to the centre always welcome. Buyers: 50p admission charge. Sellers: All vehicles £10.00. Trailers additional £3.00. Pay on entry.

Sunday 09 September, 14:30

National Heritage Open Days – A Guided Town Walk St Swithun’s Church, Church Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3BB This walk will be led by Chris Wheatley.

Monday 10 September, 14:30

Carl Linnaeus – The Father of Modern Botany The Henfield Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield BN5 6DB

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DIARY DATES Mark Spencer will discuss 17th and 18th century botanic gardens including medicine, agriculture and horticulture. Guests welcome to attend at £5 per lecture. Contact: Stephen Wyman 01273 494633.

Monday 10 September, 20:00

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

Country walk? Dinner? Casino? Quiz?

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

Monday 10 September, 19:45

Hassocks Field Society Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH ‘Lines in the Landscape – Ancient Tracks and Boundaries in Mid-Sussex’ a talk by Heather Warne. Members £1.50. Visitors £2. Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351 Tuesday 11 September, 20:00

Cuckfield’s Historic Houses, Marshalls Council Chamber, Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield RH17 5EL A talk by Stephen Cockburn, the owner, about the long and fascinating history of his house. £5 or £3 for members. To book a place, please phone Mike Nicholson on

01444 457448 or email events@cuckfieldmuseum.org

will feature this term. Subscription due on joining the choir. Mid Sussex Choir 07710 442289 contact@midsussexchoir.org.uk www.midsussexchoir.org.uk

Wednesday 12 September, 13:00-14:00

Tiger Arts Free Lunchtime Concert

Wednesday 12 September, 19:45 for 20:00-22:00

Lindfield URC Church High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HL Light lunches and music and singing concert, this month ‘Stepping Out’ barbershop quartet. Everyone welcome. Free entry, but donations towards lunch and concert costs would be appreciated. Contact: allsaints@lindfield.info/tigerarts 01444 483294

Horticultural Society – The Beauty of Bulbs Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Our speaker this month is Julia Jarman. We will be looking at a wide range of cormes, tubers and bulbs and how to grow them throughout the year. All welcome. Members £1.50.

Visitors £2.50. Refreshments included.

Derek Swaine 01273 842516.

Wednesday 12 September, 14:00-16:00

East Grinstead Art Society

Wednesday 12 September, 20:00

Meridian Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT Demonstration: Margaret Eggleton – Watercolour – Autumn Trees.

Non-members and members are welcomed. Meetings take place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. £3 per meeting for nonmembers. For more information: Wendy Vick 01342 311093 wmv4585@gmail.com or Shami egartsoc@gmail.com

Balcombe History Society – ‘The History of the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run’

Wednesdays from 12 September, 19:45-21:45

Mid Sussex Choir Rehearsals

Methodist Church, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Rehearsals every Wednesday ahead of our annual Christmas concert in December. Faure, Vivaldi and Jenkins

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP David Ralph will take you on a journey through the history of the event, sometimes known as the ‘Old Crocks Race’, including memories of the year that the run passes through Balcombe. £1 members and £3 visitors, including refreshments. Julie 01444 811641 julie.budgen@btinternet.com Thursday 13 September, 18:30-19:30

Free Hips and Knees Information Evening

BMI The Esperance Hospital, Hartington Place, Eastbourne BN21 3BG

Take the time to speak to our friendly team in relaxed settings. Call on 0800 157 7762 or e-mail info@bmihealthcare.co.uk Thursday 13-Saturday 15 September – Various Times

Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians

The Capitol Horsham, North Street, Horsham RH12 1RG From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of the meanest mummies in Egypt. £15 (Under 6s £13, Groups 10+ £12). Box Office: 01403 750220 www.thecapitolhorsam.com Thursday 13-Sunday 16 September – Various Times

Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors

The Capitol Horsham, North Street, Horsham RH12 1RG From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth hear the legend (and the lies) about the torturing Tudors. £15 (Under 6s £13, Groups 10+ £12).

Box Office: 01403 750220 www.thecapitolhorsam.com Friday 14 September, 11:00-16:00

Spirit of Hemp Taster Day The Seasons Forest Row, Medway House Lower Road, Forest Row We will be sample Hemp Tea, CBD oil and sampling their Serums and face creams. Spirit of hemp use the finest

PLUMPTON RACECOURSE

FAMILY RACEDAY Sunday 23rd september Gates Open 12noon • First Race 2.20pm • Last Race 5.35pm • Gates Close 6.35pm

Raceday tickets from £13 in advance

FREE ENTERTAINMENT:

Mascot Race Derby Horse Hoppers Face Painting Strolling Magician Donkey Rides Plus Much More!

ALSO AVAILABLE: Fun Fair Food and Drink Concessions Picnic Area Hospitality & Restaurant Options Betting

© 2018 Spin Master. All Rights Reserved

Tel. 01273 890383 racing@plumptonracecourse.co.uk www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk

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Raw Organic ingredients. Free event.

Contact: 01342 824 763 Saturday 15 September, 10:00-12:00

Paws & Claws Autumn Fair Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Autumn Fair with homemade cakes, clothes, books, toys, jewellery, plants, cards, gifts, tombola and raffle. Entry 30p. Contact: Rosemary Harding 01273-846946 Saturday 15 September, 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 15 September, 10:00-14:00

Balcombe Village Craft & Produce Market

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP Lovely selection of stalls, produce and plants. Silver handmade jewellery, pretty bags and unique gifts for the home. Sausages, chutneys, savouries, cakes, jams, choc. truffles etc. Free parking. Refreshments in support of village school PTA. Also see W.W.1 wall renowned frescoes – well worth a visit!

Further info: 01444 811462

Saturday 15 September, 11:00-18:00

Not Your Average Wed Fest Horsted Pond Farm, Lewes Road, Little Horsted, Uckfield TN22 5TR The Sussex Wedding Festival of the year brought to you by the multiaward winning Not Your Average I Do. £5 per person – tickets to be purchased in advance. All proceeds from ticket sales will go to charity.

Kelly Kearley 01444 702026 hello@notyouraverageido.com www.notyouraverageido.com/wedfest Saturday 15 September, 14:00-16:00

Sew Time with East Grinstead Embroiderers East Grinstead Library, 32-40 West Street, East Grinstead RH19 4SR An informal drop-in group for everyone, whether beginner or experienced. A time to learn new skills and share ideas. Donations towards costs only. Contact: Laura Muir 07932 736710 egembroiderers@gmail.com Sunday 16 September, Various Start Times

London to Brighton Bike Ride in aid of The Disabilities Trust From Clapham Common, London to Brighton Marina Minimum sponsorship £500. For details please contact fundraising@ thedtgroup.org 01444 237286 Sunday 16 September

Bo Peep Hill Climb Bo Peep Lane, Alciston BN26 6UJ

Classic Car Hill Climb in aid of Chailey Heritage Foundation’s therapeutic riding provision. Entry – Voluntary donation. Contact: Rob Bryant bopepdc@sky.com www.bopeepdriversclub.co.uk Sunday 16 September, 10:00–17:00

Specialist Plant Fair

Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP Discover a mouth-watering range of locally grown, rare and unusual plants to inspire keen gardeners. Discounted rate: £6.50 per person (£6.00 per person for Groups 15+). Andrew Loin 01444 450326 info@bordehill.co.uk, www.bordehill.co.uk Sunday 16 September, 10:30-11:30

Harvest Family Service on Back to Church Sunday Burgess Hill Methodist Church, London Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8QD Back to Church Sunday, an invitation for all to come and worship. Come join our All Age Worship Harvest Festival. A free will collection will be taken during the service.

Sunday 16 September, 10:30

Mid Sussex Ramblers – Hurstpierpoint Festival Walk 1 Trinity Road Car Park, Hurstpierpoint (BN6 9SJ TQ281165) Short walk across fields south of the Village to Danny and back. No dogs please. 3mi/4.8km Leisurely. Contact: Alison G, 01273 833794.

Sunday 16 September, 19:30

Wivelsfield FILMS – Mamma Mia 2 – Here We Go Again!

Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG Tickets £6 in advance from the Post Office and Village Stores or The Cock Inn, or online via the Facebook page.

Homemade cakes, ice creams and drinks served before the film and during the interval.

Monday 17 September, 10:00–12:00 (doors open 09:45)

Monthly meeting with speaker Ann Chance as the ‘Petticoat Pilot’ Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Ann Chance will be talking about learning to fly… New members welcome. £1.50 including raffle ticket.

Contact: Elizabeth Taylor 01444 235837 u3asites.org.uk/burgess-hill Monday 17 September, 19:45

East Grinstead Natural History Society: Lecture St Barnabas Church Hall, Dunnings Road, RH19 4AT ‘Wildlife Rescue & Rehabiliation’ by Debbie Johnson.

Tuesday 18 September, 19:45

Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road BN6 9UY Biggest Musical-theatre hits by Douglas Eaton. Contact: Jane Biggs 01273 834421

Celebrate the seasonal bounty at our fun-filled Autumn weekend 13 – 14 October

For details visit kew.org/wakehurst

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DIARY DATES Tuesday 18 September, 20:00-22:00

Lindfield & District Folk Dance Club

This October visit the Bluebell Railway for

Giants of Steam 12th 13th 14th October 2018 Don’t miss the visit to Sussex of Gresley A4 Pacific No. 60009 “Union of South Africa” (courtesy of the Cameron Trust)

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 Wednesday 19 September, Coffee from 10:00, Lecture: 10:30-11:45

The Arts Society Mid Sussex

Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 3DN ‘Why is Thomas Chippendale so Famous?’ A Tercentenary Appraisal.

This extended lecture examines a broad range of furniture attributed to his workshop. Non- members welcome. £7 on the door. Contact: midsussex@artssociety.org.uk Wednesday 19 September, 20:00-22:30

Meeting of the Royal Marines Association

LNER Thompson Class B1 No. 61306 “Mayflower” (courtesy of David Buck) • Lots of opportunities to travel behind

both locomotives

• Harveys Beer Tent at Hosted Keynes • Up to five locomotives in steam throughout the weekend • Buffets and restaurant open every day breakfast available at Sheffield Park Station from 8 am

Halloween Specials!

29th/30th

Visit the Bluebell on or 31st October for a spooky experience - more details on the website - booking essential

Upstairs Function Room, The Royal British Legion, 9-11 Buckingham Road, Shoreham by Sea BN43 5UA A gathering of Ex Royal Marines and veterans to have a meeting about local events and to socialise together.

Yearly Membership Fee of £15 plus £3 local subs. Contact: Maureen Copelin Maureen.copelin@ntlworld.com 01273 236437 Friday 21 September, 10:00-12:00

The Visually-Impaired Reading Group

Haywards Heath Library, 34 Boltro Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1BN This group meets every third Friday.

Transport provided. If interested please contact Dorothy Lazenby on 01444 450947 Friday 21 September, 10:00-12:00

Coffee Morning in aid of St Peter & St James Hospice Haywards Heath URC Hall, 55 South Road, Haywards Heath RH15 4LQ Join us for coffee, homemade cakes and bargain books in aid of this worthwhile cause. Margaret Drake 01444 454618 (venue between Boots and the Co-op) Friday 21 – Sunday 23 September

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Main Hall, East Court Mansion, East Grinstead RH19 3LT

By Ian Nichol, CEO of the South of England Agricultural Society and Director of the South of England Event Centre. £1 members and £3 per non-members.

Saturday 22 September, 09:00-12:30

Hassocks Village Market

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 produce and much more. Music and singing, weather depending, plus Hassocks Football Club. Contact: Amanda Felix 01273 842701 or via Facebook ‘Hassocks Village Market’.

Saturday 22 September, 10:00-12:00

Traidcraft Stall and Coffee Morning and Messy Church Hassocks United Reformed Church, 23 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AB Fairtrade groceries and chocolate.

Sample coffee and tea. Browse catalogue of crafted items and greetings cards. Craft and fun activities.

Saturday 22 September, 14:00-16:00

A Talk: History of The Crystal Palace

Durrington Community Centre, Romany Road, West Durrington, Worthing BN13 3FJ Ian Gledhill, local historian, will be telling us about The Crystal Palace.

WNTA members £2. Visitors £4.

Contact: Gillian Johnson 01903 416815 GillJ105@sky.com www. worthingnationaltrust.org Saturday 22 September, 14:15

Hurstpierpoint Horticultural Society Autumn Show Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Autumn flowers and vegetables, cookery, photography and children’s exhibits. Exhibiting is free and open to all, simply pick up a schedule from Gibsons in the High Street. Homemade cake and tea all afternoon.

Raffle and auction at end of show.

Entry £1. Kathy Green greenhpp@tiscali.co.uk

Lindfield Arts Festival

Saturday 22 September, 19:00

Lindfield High Street, Lindfield Common and Lindfield Primary Academy and other Lindfield Venues Lindfield Arts Festival is a truly engaging community event showcasing local talent including comedians, actors, artists, musicians, dancers and more. Lynn Tulip 07801 689801 lynn@lindfieldartsfestival.com

The Kast Off Kinks

Balcombe Club, Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH176HP The Kast Off Kinks are actual former members of the legendary band ‘The Kinks.’ Back together playing great music and re-living the good times whilst keeping the songs alive.

Tickets £18. Manager 01444 811226 manager@balcombeclub.co.uk

Friday 21 September, 19:15-21:45

Saturday 22 September, 19:30-22:00

Music for Everyone

Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station - East Sussex

History & Current Activities

The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX International organist/keyboard player Andrew Nix. Entry £5 on door.

Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269 Friday 21 September, 19:30-21:30

East Grinstead Society Meeting – South of England Society:

Haywards Heath Music Society Concert St Wilfrids Church, Church Road, Haywards Heath RH15 9EN Pianist Ryan Drucker, 2018 winner of the Tunbridge Wells International Young Artists competition, will play works by Beethoven, Chopin, Debussy and Liszt. £12 members, £15 nonmembers. Student and family ticket concessions. Christine 01444 456227

Sunday 23 September

Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre – Bus Show and Running Day

Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 September, 09:30-16:00

Pink Gift Fair and Wellbeing Event

New Barn Road, Amberley BN18 9LT This popular bus rally returns for another year, with static displays and the opportunity to ride on the buses that are not normally available to the public. With resident steam trains enjoy riding the railway around the site.

Parkside, Chartway Horsham RH12 1RL All the money raised will be going to the Sussex research laboratories that seek to find cures for all 200 types of cancer. For more info: www.pinkgiftfair.co.uk

Sunday 23 September, 10:00-15:30

Babytodd & Beyond’s West Sussex Bump, Baby & Toddler Show

Classics in Town, Burgess Hill

Wander through the precinct in Burgess Hill and enjoy historic and prestige vehicles with like-minded people. All voluntary proceeds will go to Chailey Heritage Foundation. www. chf.org.uk/event-classics-in-town.html or contact fundraising@chf.org.uk Wednesday 26 September, 14:00-16:00

East Grinstead Art Society Workshop: Own Work

Cranston Suite, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT Non-members and members are welcomed. Meetings take place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. £3 per meeting for nonmembers. For more information: Wendy Vick 01342 311093 wmv4585@gmail.com Shami egartsoc@gmail.com Wednesday 26 September, 19:45-22:00

East Grinstead RSPB Local Group - Illustrated Lecture Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT ‘The Role of Responsibilities of Local Government in Wildlife Conservation and Protection’ – By Iain Boulton. £5 for guests £4 for group members.

Contact: Mark Roberts 01342 843190.

Wednesday 26 September, 20:00-22:00

Sussex Bonsai Group – Group Meeting

Saturday 29 September, 10:00-16:00

South of England Showground, Ardingly RH17 6TL In the ‘Heart of Sussex’. Over 60 exhibitors and free facilities including workshops, tasters, sling library, children’s activities and more.

A great family day out. Free Entry when you Pre-Register or £5 on the door. £2 of which is donated to the Rockinghorse Children’s Charity. www.babytodd.co.uk/shows sarah@babytodd.co.uk

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Nutritional Therapy

The Clinic at Borde Hill, Haywards Heath RH16 1XR Weight Loss Workshop. £10 (donation to a charity). Please pay on booking.

Sally Rawlings 07516 244094, hello@uniqueecology.com Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 September, 11:00-17:00

Festival of Harvest – All Things Bright and Beautiful St. Martin’s Church, Westmeston, Near Ditchling, Lewes Road (B2116) BN6 8RH Flower Festival in aid of The Beacon Parish and St Peter & St James Hospice – refreshments in Village Hall. Free entry, donations gratefully accepted.

Saturday 29 September

Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre Classic Scooter Day

Saturday 28 September, 10:00-12:00

Sunday 30 September, 10:00-14:00

Sayers Common Village Hall, London Road, Sayers Common BN6 9HX (Behind the Community Shop). A great social event for a very good cause and meet old friends. Cake stall (more welcome to sell!), delicious coffee, plus books, CDs, Bring and Buy and raffle.

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RSPCA Animal Centre, Eastbourne Road/A22, South Godstone RH9 8JB Free parking/ disabled parking. Set up from 9am, opens to buyers 10am.

Light refreshments. Donations to the centre always welcome. Buyers: 50p admission charge. Sellers: All vehicles £10.00. Trailers additional £3.00.

Pay on entry.

Saturday 28 September, 19:45 for 20:00

• Cash loans • Foreign exchange, no commission • We buy old gold • Design workshop on premises • Watch & jewellery repairs

Saturday 29 September, 10:00-12:00

Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road, Wivelsfield RH17 7QH At this meeting we will be holding our annual Auction of all Bonsai related products including Trees and Pots etc.

Free for first visit. Tea and coffee will be available. Contact: Ray Brunsden 07342 650713.

Biggest Macmillan Coffee Morning

20 Montague street, Worthing BN11 3HA

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New Barn Road, Amberley BN18 9LT On this day they will be welcoming a display of Classic 1960s scooters to exhibit around the Museum, along with some 60s Classic cars and the iconic Mini.

RSPCA South Godstone Car Boot Sale

Hurstpierpoint Historical & Geographical Society

Sunday 30 September, 14:30

The Guide Hall, Trinity Road Car Park, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Ian Everest will be the speaker and his subject will be Sussex in World War One – the Home Front. Admission free to Members. Non-members welcome: Entrance £3. £2 to Members of other Historical Societies.

Holy Trinity Church, Cuckfield RH17 5JZ Internationally renowned Welsh male voice choir returning to Cuckfield by popular demand. £18 in advance from FOHTCC@btinternet.com and Pepperbox, Cuckfield. £20 on the door. Under 16 £5. Contact dpjamieson85@btinternet.com

An intimate evening providing a unique opportunity to see him like you’ve never seen him before!

WEDNESDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

London Welsh Rugby Club Choir

North Street, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1RG www.thecapitolhorsham.com

Box Office: 01403 750220

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