What's On in August in East Sussex
- AUGUST -FREE EVENTS and much more to do in EAST SUSSEX during the Summer Holiday
As there is so much to do in Sussex, West Sussex is now on a different page.
EAST SUSSEXPells Pool, open-air pool Lewes
Pells Pool open 12 noon-7pm daily Until 12 Sept
Adults £4, junior/concessions£2. http://www.pellspool.org.uk/
Eastbourne Lammas Festival
31 July - 1 August 2010
An extravaganza of folk music, local bands and performers, morris dancing and drumming on Eastbourne's Western Lawns. Held every August around Eastbourne seafront and town centre; with live music, dancers, drummers and stalls both days. Includes a Carnival parade with traditional Giants and children's entertainment.1066 Cruisers Mid Summers Picnic, Hot Rod & Custom Car Show - Nr Battle
Sunday, 1 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 15:00
Hot & cold food, licensed bar, fair, trade stalls, tombola - a Great day out for all the family. All proceeds shared between four local Charities. £5 per adult and £2 per child under 16 years. Horns Corner Field, (B2204) Catsfield, Near Battle, TN33 9DH Contact Tel.: 01424 892297 Email: kim@freeman123.fsnet.co.ukWild Life Safari - Nr. Goudhurst, Kent
Wednesday, 04 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 12:00
A mini-beast hunt introduces us to some of the smaller inhabitants, and you will look for evidence of other inhabitants as you walk in the area around the Walled Garden. The morning will finish with the children making a beautiful dragonfly to take home. Age 5+ years. Price £6 per young person. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent Contact Tel.: 01580 879820Family Map Challenge - Nr. Goudhurst, Kent
Thursday, 05 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 12:00
An exciting way to experience Bedgebury's Pinetum. Come and pit yourselves against the clock to find markers hidden around the site. Families or friendship groups will find their own way around with the help of a special map. A basic briefing will make sure you don't get lost. These events will be held in the Walled Garden, where cars can also be parked. Price £6 per young person. Ages 7+ years. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent Contact Tel.: 01580 879820 Contact Email: bedgebury@forestry.gsi.gov.ukGrand Carnival Procession - Hastings
Date: Saturday, 07 Aug 2010
From Rock-a-Nore Car Park, Old Town, Hastings. Judging from 3pm then the procession starts at 5pmWild Life Safari - Nr. Goudhurst, Kent
Date: Wednesday, 11 Aug 2010
A mini-beast hunt introduces us to some of the smaller inhabitants, and you will look for evidence of other inhabitants as you walk in the area around the Walled Garden. The morning will finish with the children making a beautiful dragonfly to take home. Age 5+ years. Price £6 per young person. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent Contact Tel.: 01580 879820Family Map Challenge - Nr. Goudhurst, Kent
Thursday, 12 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 12:00
An exciting way to experience Bedgebury's Pinetum. Come and pit yourselves against the clock to find markers hidden around the site. Families or friendship groups will find their own way around with the help of a special map. A basic briefing will make sure you don't get lost. These events will be held in the Walled Garden, where cars can also be parked. Price £6 per young person. Ages 7+ years. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent Contact Tel.: 01580 879820 Contact Email: bedgebury@forestry.gsi.gov.uk.The Moving Image - Hove
1st August to 1st September
Location: Hove Museum, 19 New Church Road, Hove, BN3 4AB
See movement and time unfold in a new exhibition at Hove Museum. Designed with children in mind, The Moving Image contrasts how movement is shown in both photography and art.
Eadweard Muybridge was a 19th century photographer who was the first to develop photographic sequences of moving objects. Placing studies in his famous series Animal Locomotion alongside paintings, engravings and drawings selected from Brighton & Hove Museums’ Fine Art Collection, reveals how artists can represent movement even within a static image.
Muybridge’s studies – including cats, horses and elephants – show his understanding of motion as an event taking place in a sequence of phases. Traditionally in fine art, however, movement is communicated through a single significant moment. The Moving Image illustrates the many ways in which we can ‘see’ movement and time unfold.
The Moving Image continues in the Fine Art gallery on the upper floor of Hove Museum until September 2010. Admission is free.
Space Hop - free summer events in libraries!
Every Saturday to Saturday 18 September 2010.
Mad scientists, space workshop, astronomy roadshow, building your own spacecraft or lunar landscape and other alien stories and crafts and much more – children can enjoy lots of free fun events in libraries during the summer holiday. Find out what's on and book your ticket by phoning 0345 60 80 196 or see our website for details. Location: Libraries in East Sussex
For more information: Library Enquiries, Work Phone: 0345 60 80 196. Email: library.enquiries@eastsussex.gov.uk
Space Hop - free summer reading challenge
FREE: Every Saturday to Saturday 18 September 2010
Take a giant leap into libraries this summer with Space Hop. Your mission is to take a consignment of books to the moon in the spaceship Ex-Libris and set up the first lunar library. But beware, the dastardly Spacekatz will try to stop you! Read six books by Saturday 18 September and you could win tickets to Legoland or Chessington! Location: Libraries in East Sussex
For more information: Library Enquiries, Work Phone: 0345 60 80 196. Email: library.enquiries@eastsussex.gov.ukFree weekly playgroup for under fives in Lewes
FREE for all Every Tuesday & Thursday in August 10am to 11am
Inside Outside run free outdoor playgroups for under fives in Lewes. We meet Tuesday mornings at The Paddock (10am to 11am) and Thursday mornings at Landport Rec (10am to 11am). Come and play in our tent, sing some songs and make some friends. It's free for all under fives and their grown-ups. We meet whatever the weather! To find out more and get directions go to our website (see below). For more information: Flora Jenkins, The Paddock Playing Fields, Paddock Road, Lewes, BN7 1UU
Work Phone: 07745747092 Email: info@weareinsideoutside.com. http//www.weareinsideoutside.comEastbourne Lammas Festival
31 July - 1 August 2010
An extravaganza of folk music, local bands and performers, morris dancing and drumming on Eastbourne's Western Lawns.
Held every August around Eastbourne seafront and town centre; with live music, dancers, drummers and stalls both days. Includes a Carnival parade with traditional Giants and children's entertainment.Hastings Old Town Carnival Week
Saturday, 31 Jul 2010 - 08 Aug 2010
A week-long celebration of Hastings Old Town charm, with events ranging from the mainstream to the bizarre. The week is topped off by a carnival parade through the crowd-lined seafront streets. Charities, schools, businesses and youth groups form the procession from the Old Town along the seafront. Meticulously designed costumes match the adorned vehicles, and music and dance make it difficult to stand still. Other events during the week include a welly boot race, belly dancing, a pram race and numerous craft, social and history events. Exact dates to be confirmed. Contact: Hastings Information Centre Queens Square, Priory Meadow, Hastings, TN34 1QR. Contact Tel.: 01424 451111 Contact Email: HIC@hastings.gov.ukMarkets on the Prom 2010 - Hastings
Sunday, 01 Aug 2010
Pelham Promenade, (near to Pelham Place car park), Hastings. Over 40 stalls with something for everyone, including: plants, Tibetan Jewellery, Soft Toys, Soft Furnishings, Fairy Dresses, Trinkets, Summer Dresses, Puzzles, Dog Treats, party Bag Fillers, Jewellery, Object d'Art, Artifical flowers, Hand made jewellery, Native American Goods, Cup Cakes, Embroidered homeware.
Contact: Old Town Traders, Contact Tel.: 01424 812662 Mobile: 07974 081582.1066 Cruisers Mid Summers Picnic, Hot Rod & Custom Car Show - Nr Battle
Sunday, 1 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 15:00
Location: Horns Corner Field, (B2204) Catsfield, Near Battle, TN33 9DH
Hot & cold food, licensed bar, fair, trade stalls, tombola - a Great day out for all the family.
All proceeds shared between four local Charities. £5 per adult and £2 per child under 16 years.
Contact Tel.: 01424 892297 Email: kim@freeman123.fsnet.co.uk41st Vintage Car Show - between Pevensey and Ninfield
Sunday, 01 Aug 2010 Time: 11:00 to 17:00
Hooe Recreation Ground (between Pevensey and Ninfield on the B2059)
Supporting local charities, this show has auto related trade and other stands plus refreshments. Musical entertainment is provided by the Hooe Village Silver Band. The arena events include parades and informed commentary on the classes of cars and motor cycles and commercial vehicles pre 1905 up to 1970 plus the Lady and Vehicle Contours.
Adults £4 (including programme), children over 10 £1, under 10s Free. Contact: John Bishop Tel.: 01323 843202Rye Maritime Festival
Sunday, 01 Aug 2010
Strand Quay, Rye, TN31 7AY. Maritime exhibitions, demonstrations and live entertainment in celebration of Rye's nautical heritage. Attractions will include the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, RNLI, Sea Cadets, Environment Agency, children's entertainment, plus local fish cooked on site, beer tent and non-stop live music. Boats of all types will be moored on the Strand dressed and decorated especially for the occasion. This is a free event for all the family.Beckley Family Fun Dog Show
Sunday, 01 Aug 2010
Jubilee Field, Main Street, Beckley
Fun classes such as waggiest tail, most appealing eyes and the dog the judge would like to take home.
Registration from 1.30pm, judging from 2pm. In aid of Beckley CofE Primary School. Contact Tel.: 01797 252366A Garden Full of Asian Delights - St Leonards on Sea
Sunday, 01 Aug 2010 Time: 14:00 to 18:00 FREE ENTRY
Location: St Leonard's Gardens, Maze Hill, St Leonards on Sea, In the event of summer showers the venue will be in The Assembly Rooms. Traditional Asian Music provided by a medley of local musicians. An assortment of Asian buffet foods, together with recipe sheets, (£2 for each adult – the food is free for children of 12 and younger), and refreshments to buy on site. Asian Delights Poster and Talent Competition; The Respond Academy, Entertainment for young guests, together with a junior Asian Delights poster competition. Contact Tel.: 01424 426607.East Sussex Youth Orchestra concert - Lewes
Sunday 1 August 2010, 7pm
Following the 30th anniversary celebrations and the tour to Venice and Tuscany last year, ESYO returns to the De La Warr and makes a first visit to Arundel Cathedral for concerts to include Rimsky Korsakov's Scheherazade, Capricio Espagnol and Bernstein's Candide. Colin Metters returns to conduct a very popular programme. This concert is presented in conjunction with the RNLI which is raising funds for the Shoreham Lifeboat Appeal. Fee: £10 adults, £5 concessions. Arundel Cathedral, Arundel, West Sussex BN18 9AY. For more information: Irene Shilling, East Sussex Music Service, Performing Arts Centre, Mountfield, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 2XH. Work Phone: 01273 336787 Email: irene.shilling@eastsussex.gov.uk.Classic Bus Rally at Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway
Sunday 1 August 2010 Start 10 am to 5pm
Venue: Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway, Lottbridge Drove, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN23 6QJ.The Rapdramatic - Rye
Start: Monday 2 August 2010, 11am. Finish: Friday 6 August 2010, 5pm
The School Creative Centre presents The Rapdramatic, a summer school with a difference. If you’re 14 or over why not work with an outstanding team of professional artists to produce a new show. There is rap, steetdance, set design, sound and production technology - something for everyone. No experience required just lots of enthusiam. 11am to 5pm every day and a full presentation of Rapdramatic on Friday at 7pm. Fee: Having secured funding for Rapdramatic, the School Creative Centre is offering the week-long workshop for FREE. The School Creative Centre, New Road, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7LS
Work Phone: 01797 229797 Email: info@theschoolcreativecentre.co.uk. http//www.theschoolcreativecentre.co.ukCalling All Smugglers - Marine Week Holiday Club Event
Monday 2 August 2010. 10:30 - 14:30
From out of the mists at sea came a boat. Waiting on the shore huddled a group of desperate smugglers. Under the cover of darkness smuggling gangs once used the Sussex coast to bring ashore contraband from France. They had to outwit the local customs men or face imprisonment or worse if they were caught. Could you be a smuggler? Come and join the Cuckmere Smugglers as part of Marine Week and find out if you have what it takes. Meet at the Pump Barn (behind the Visitor Centre) at Seven Sisters Country Park, nr. Seaford. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. Children do not have to be accompanied by an adult. One and a half mile walk to the beach. Disabled toilets and access at Pump Barn. Partial disabled access to beach. Please bring a packed lunch and wear suitable clothing/footwear and sun protection for the weather conditions. Contact on day of event 01323 870100 or 07950 820326. Members: £9 per session Non-members: £12 per session Booking essential please ring 01273 497561. http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmCricket Coaching Camps
Tuesday, 03 Aug, Wednesday, 04 Aug, Thursday, 05 Aug 2010, Time: 09:00 to 15:30
Location: Claremont School, Hastings. Fun active Cricket Coaching Camps held over 3 full days, ages 5-13, all abilities. Emphasis always placed on children having fun whilst learning the basics of cricket. Tournaments and competitions run for the duration, awards on completion of camp. All coaches are CRB checked, ECB Qualified and Insured to provide a safe environment for your children. Contact Tel.: 01424 751555 Further Contact Details: Call Active Cricket Coaching on 08454 799948.
http//www.activecricketcoaching.co.ukChildren's Tuesdays FALCONRY FUN! - Battle
Tuesday, 3rd August 2010
Venue. Battle Museum of Local History. The Almonry. High Street, Battle TN33 0EA
Tel. 01424 775955 or Email battle.museum@yahoo.com Adults: £1.50 Children: Free (upto age 15) As the Museum is charity-based all donations are welcome. FALCONRY FUN! Steve,Sue and John from local 1066 Falconry will be at the museum all day to give you a real hands-on experience with live birds of prey including 'Midge'the smallest owl in the world. Learn about the welfare of the birds and how to make some of the equipment. Also dressing up in mediaeval fashion including chain mail, helmets and hats, dresses sheilds and swords. Make eagle or owl masks! Don't forget to bring the camera!Pop out and play with Rother Children's Centres
FREE. Time: 10am to 12 noon, Tuesday 3 August 2010
Fun for the whole family. Craft activities, fun van and a chance to use your local play area. Coronation Gardens Play Area, Coronation Gardens, Battle, East Sussex TN33 0DW. For more information: Natalie Hollands, Market Road, Battle, East Sussex TN33 0HQ. Work Phone: 01424 726109 Email: natalie.hollands@eastsussex.gov.ukKids Summertime Special - Special concerts just for the kids.
Every Tuesday Evening 3rd August 7:30pm, doors open 7:00pm.
Special concerts just for the kids. Enjoy songs from High School Musical, Hanna Montanna, Abba and more. Free Face Painting available. Contact Details Seafront Office - (01323) 410611 Event Dates. Advance tickets: Adults £4.00 | Children £4.00 On the night: Adults £5.00 | Children 5.00. Advance tickets are available from the Seafront Office (Next to the Bandstand, on the lower prom) or Telephone: (01323) 410611. Venue Location Eastbourne Bandstand - Eastbourne Seafront.Punch and Judy Shows
FREE: 3,5,10,17,19,24,26,31 August 2010 Shows are at 12.30 and 2pm
Location: Wish Tower Slopes adjacent toThe Lifeboat Museum, Eastbourne
Free Punch and Judy shows in their 20th aniversary year!The Seven Sisters Treasure Trail - Marine Week Event
Tuesday 3 August 2010. 10:30 - 13:00
Pick up a map, collect the clues and follow the trail. The treasure trail takes you from the Visitor Centre at Seven Sisters Country Park down to the rock pools at Cliff End, beneath the base of the spectacular Seven Sisters to test your marine knowledge. Meet at the Pump Barn (behind the Visitor Centre). Suitable for children aged 7-11 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your own picnic lunch for the beach. One and a half mile to the beach. Disabled access and toilets at Pump Barn. Partial disabled access to beach. No disabled access to rock pools. Contact on day of the event 01323 870100 or 07950 820326. Members: Adults £5/child £6/family ticket £13 Non-members: Adults £6/child £7/family ticket £18 Booking essential please ring 01273 497561. http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmEdible Boats Ahoy! - Marine Week Event
Wednesday 4 August 2010. 10:30 - 12:30
Have you ever wanted to build a boat? Now’s your chance. The only snag is that it’s got to be edible. Get the family thinking, design a boat made out of things you could eat and then bring your design and the materials down to the Pump Barn at Seven Sisters Country Park. Build your edible boat and then find out if it floats on the river. Meet at the Pump Barn (behind the Visitor Centre). Suitable for children aged 7-11 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Disabled toilets and access to Pump Barn. Limited disabled access to river. Contact on day of the event 01323 870100 or 07950 820326.
Members: Adults £5/child £6/family ticket £13 Non-members: Adults £6/child £7/family ticket £18 Booking essential please ring 01273 497561. http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmMinibeasts - Rye
FREE: Wednesday, 04 Aug 2010 Time: 14:00 to 15:30
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TU
Bring the family to hunt for minibeasts hiding from view. No need to book. This event is free, however donations towards the nature reserve are appreciated. Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 Email: rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukWild Life Safari - Nr. Goudhurst, Kent
Wednesday, 04 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 12:00
A mini-beast hunt introduces us to some of the smaller inhabitants, and you will look for evidence of other inhabitants as you walk in the area around the Walled Garden. The morning will finish with the children making a beautiful dragonfly to take home. Age 5+ years. Price £6 per young person. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent Contact Tel.: 01580 879820.
Norman Morning - Battle
Wednesday, 4th August 2010 Starts: 10:00 Ends: 12:00
Venue: Battle Museum of Local History. The Almonry. High Street, Battle. TN33 0EA Times; 10am to 12 noon. Adults: £1.50 Children free ( up to age 15) Tel. 01424 775955 or email battle.museum’yahoo.com The Museum is a charity and run entirely by volunteers All entry fees and donations will go towards the essential conservation of the 18thC. Stothard engraving of the ‘Bayeux Tapestry’ held and on permanent display at the museum.
Hands on History will launch in July 2010 with phase one exploring the Norman era throughout the summer holiday period. On TV the campaign will be supported by a four part Norman documentary series on BBC2 plus a BBC4 series with Dan Snow taking the audience on a set of Norman Walks. In partnership with the BBC ‘Hands on History’ project the Battle Museum of Local History Curator, Roy Calthorpe and his colleagues will be utilizing the BBC’s Norman Timeline and Normans family activity packs on Wednesday mornings … building a Norman Motte and Bailey, making shields and developing a Norman Shield Wall.National Play Day - Eastbourne
Wednesday, 4th August 2010 Times 1pm - 4pm Free
Venue Location: Hampden Park, behind the Cafe, Eastbourne
Major Play event for Eastbourne, something for children of all ages and their families.
Children's Centres, Play Ranger and Youth Development Service working together with lots of other organisations to make this a fun packed afternoon! Contact Details: susanc.morris@eastbourne.gov.ukSaturday Morning Pictures on Wednesday Afternoons
Wednesday, 4th August 2010 Starts: 10:00 Ends: 12:00
Includes the showing of film work from: ‘In my Day’ a collaborative short film made by Claverham School pupils and Soundarchitect ‘A Tapestry of a Battle’ A commentary on the Battle of 1066 as a follow on to the BBC linked ‘Norman Mornings’ by very kind permission of Head of Archive at Eagle React ‘Battle Scouts Centenary 2009’ made by the Battle Museum of Local History. A combination of activities from the local scouts meetings during 2009 with voiceover of previous local scouts’ memories from the early 1950’s Booklets for sale of ‘In my day’ and ‘Battle Scouts Centenary’ will be available. Both include a DVD copy of the appropriate movie. The above event is on every Wednesday afternoon from 2pm during Aug 2010. More details, from July onwards. will be available from the Battle Museum shop including advance tickets situated at The Almonry, High Street, Battle. Telephone No. 01424 775955 IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK EARLY! Entry £2.00 for adults. Children Free (up to age 15) The Museum is a charity and run entirely by volunteers All entry fees and donations will go towards the essential conservation of the 18thC. Stothard engraving of the ‘Bayeux Tapestry’ held and on permanent display at the museum.1812 Firework Concert - Eastbourne
Wednesday evening 4th August - 8:00pm, Doors open 7:30pm
Venue: Eastbourne Bandstand - Eastbourne Seafront. A traditional concert that has been performed in Eastbourne for over 25 years. The night has a special twist - culminating with a spectacular firework display to Tchaikovsky's 1812 overture.
Contact Details Seafront Office - (01323) 410611 Times 8:00pm, Doors open 7:30pm. Cost Advance tickets Adults: £7.75 Children: £3.75. Tickets sold on the door: Adults: £8.75 Children: £4.75Stepping Out for a Family Beach Safari at Bexhill
Thursday, 05 Aug 2010 Time: 11:00 to 12:30. Meet at Sea Angling Club, foot of Galley Hill, Bexhill.
A walk along the beach at low tide exploring wildlife and fossils. Bring spade and bucket or bag for finds as well as sensible cloths and footwear. All children to be supervised by a responsible adult. 2 miles. £1.50. Contact Name: Julian Porter, Museum CuratorFamily Map Challenge
Thursday, 05 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 12:00
An exciting way to experience Bedgebury's Pinetum. Come and pit yourselves against the clock to find markers hidden around the site. Families or friendship groups will find their own way around with the help of a special map. A basic briefing will make sure you don't get lost. These events will be held in the Walled Garden, where cars can also be parked. Price £6 per young person. Ages 7+ years. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent Contact Tel.: 01580 879820 Contact Email: bedgebury@forestry.gsi.gov.ukFamily Thursday Paper Plate Skates!
Start date 05/08/2010 Times: Start Time: 13:00 End Time: 15:00
Enjoy creating sea creatures? Let your imagination run wild, join us for a drop in arts and crafts session. Fun family event, just turn up. Please wear old clothes. Meet at the Education Centre, Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre, Selsey Rd, Sidlesham. Meet at the Education Centre, Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre, Selsey, PO20 7NE
Contact name for further information: Katherine Eels: 01243 641508. Pricing: Adult cost: Free Child cost: £1Pop out and play with Rother Children's Centres - Battle
Fee: Free. 10am to 12 noon, Thursday 5 August 2010
Fun for the whole family. Craft activities, fun van and a chance to use your local play area.
Ninfield Play Area, Ninfield, Battle, East Sussex TN33 9JB. For more information: Natalie Hollands, Market Road, Battle, East Sussex TN33 0HQ. Work Phone: 01424 726109 Email: natalie.hollands@eastsussex.gov.ukBugs and Beasties - Holiday Club Event - Brighton
Thursday 5 August 2010. 10:30 - 14:30
Walk through the woods of Stanmer Park looking at natural colours and shapes, make a giant sculpture in the woods and produce your own work of art from natural materials to take home. Meet at Stanmer Park, Brighton, on the green in front of the Church. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. Children do not have to be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a packed lunch and wear suitable clothing/footwear and sun protection for the weather conditions. Toilets and parking in Stanmer Village. Not suitable for disabled.
Members: £9 per session Non-members: £12 per session Booking essential please ring 01273 497561
http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmWhelks, Wracks and Winkles - Marine Week Holiday Club Event - Seven Sisters Country Park, nr. Seaford
Thursday 5 August 2010. 10:30 - 14:30
Spend the day with us on the beach looking for crabs, sea anemones, barnacles and shrimps in the rock pools beneath the Seven Sisters. Meet at the Pump Barn (behind the Visitor Centre) at Seven Sisters Country Park, nr. Seaford. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. Children do not have to be accompanied by an adult. One and a half mile walk to the beach. Please bring a packed lunch and wear suitable old clothing/footwear and sun protection for the weather conditions. Disabled toilets and access at Pump Barn. Partial disabled access to beach. Contact on day of event 01323 870100 or 07950 820326. Members: £9 per session Non-members: £12 per session Booking essential please ring 01273 497561 http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmThe Big Family Rock Pool - Marine Week Event
Friday 6 August 2010. 13:00 - 15:30
Have you ever wanted to build a boat? Now’s your chance. The only snag is that it’s got to be edible. Get the family thinking, design a boat made out of things you could eat and then bring your design and the materials down to the Pump Barn at Seven Sisters Country Park. Build your edible boat and then find out if it floats on the river. Meet at the Pump Barn (behind the Visitor Centre). Suitable for children aged 7-11 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Disabled toilets and access to Pump Barn. Limited disabled access to river. Contact on day of the event 01323 870100 or 07950 820326.
Members: Adults £5/child £6/family ticket £13 Non-members: Adults £6/child £7/family ticket £18
Booking essential please ring 01273 497561. http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmGrand Carnival Procession - Hastings
Date: Saturday, 07 Aug 2010
From Rock-a-Nore Car Park, Old Town, Hastings. Judging from 3pm then the procession starts at 5pmWinchelsea Fete and Flower Show
Saturday, 07 Aug 2010 Time: 13:30 to 16:00
Location: New Hall (Cricket Pitch) at Winchelsea
Traditional village fete with plenty of stalls for everyone. Games, dog show and brass band, delicious teas and ice cream as well as raffle and tombola.The Eastbourne Dog Show 2010 - Promoting responsible dog ownership
Saturday 7 August 2010 Times 11am - 3pm
Venue Location: Eastbourne Rugby Club, Park Avenue, Hampden Park, Eastbourne
A fun day for all the family and of course the dogs! Contact: Sue Criddle, Dog Welfare Officer Tel: 01323 415380
http://www.eastbourne.gov.uk/dogsStep back in time - working bygones - Near Battle
Start: Saturday 7 August 2010, 10am. Finish: Sunday 8 August 2010, 5pm
Vintage agricultural show - a great day out in the country for all the family. Rural crafts, working heavy horses, event horse show, plus Kuchina Johnson's performing horses, helicopter pleasure flights and Harris' old time fairground rides.
Fee: Adults £5, concessions £3, children £2, under fives free. Kent Street, Sedlescombe, Near Battle, East Sussex TN33 0SG
For more information: Sue Farndale, St Michael's Hospice, 25 Upper Maze Hill, St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex TN38 0LB
Work Phone: 01424 456371 Email: sfarndale@stmichaelshospice.com. http//www.step-back.org.ukSee the steam giants at Brede Waterworks
Fee: Free. 10am to 4pm, Saturday 7 August 2010
Come and enjoy an historic collection of steam water pump engines housed in magnificent Grade 2 listed buildings, set in the depths of the Brede Valley. See and hear the giant, 400 horsepower, Tangye and Worthington Simpson engines, currently powered by diesel air compressors. You can also see our rescued collection of smaller working steam engines and water pumping artefacts. Brede Waterworks, 6 miles north of Hastings on the A28, entrance at the top of Brede Hill by the church, Brede, East Sussex. For more information: George Coleman Work Phone: 01323 460972National Play Day - Peacehaven
FREE: 11am to 2pm, Saturday 7 August 2010
On this annual celebration of children's right to play, we will be providing healthy snacks, a wide variety of play activities and face painting. This event is for children under five and their families. Peacehaven Children's Centre, Meridian Way, Peacehaven, East Sussex BN10 8NF. For more information:Priscilla Paddock, Work Phone: 01273 582511Hotham Park Country Fair
FREE ENTRY. 7th and 8th August 2010. Time: 11:00 - 17:00
Two great days out for all ages; craft stalls, live entertainment, side-shows, horse-drawn rides, beer tent, variety of food stalls, children's activities. All within the beautiful Hotham Park. Address:Hotham Park, Bognor Regis, PO21 1HW
Contact name for further information: Anne Cranham, anne62@sky.com
Living History - Saxons and Normans - Battle
Saturday, 7th August & 8th August 2010 @ 10:00 to 18:00 (2 day event)
Step inside a world of Saxons and Normans with bustling living history encampments. Witness soldiers preparing armour, see tradesmen carrying out woodwork and learn about traditional cooking methods.
Venue: Battle Abbey, Battle, TN33 0AD. Time: 10am - 6pm. For further information contact 01424 775705.Eastbourne Celebrity Allstars Charity Day
Sunday 8 August 2010 Times 10am until 6pm
Location: Eastbourne United Association, The Oval, Channel View road, Eastbourne BN22 7LN
Eastbourne United will be holding a Charity Fun day on Sunday 8th August to raise money for St Wilfrids Hospice and teh day will consist of many activities, celebrity Football match consisting of Soap stars from emmerdale, Corrie, Hollyoaks, Eastenders, waterloo Road, Shameless etc! There will be loads of stalls, Bouncy castle, bbq going on and a great chance to meet stars of the TV! Contact Details richard@partridgeltd.co.uk Fee: Tickets: Adult £5, Child £3.50, Under 5`s Free. Family Ticket £12 (2 Adult + 2 Children) all proceeds to St Wilfrid’s Hospice. THE OVAL, Channel View Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN22 7LN
For more information: Phone: 01323 432180 Email: events@stwhospice.org Website: www.stwhospice.orgThe Woodland Camp - Making Tracks - Holiday Club Event - Nr Seaford
Monday 9 August 2010. 10:30 - 14:30
Come and be part of our woodland camp and discover the secrets of tracking and trailing. Practice the art of camouflage and stalking and identify some animal tracks. Bring a picnic for lunch and enjoy it around our camp fire. Meet at the Pump Barn (behind the Visitor Centre) at Seven Sisters Country Park, nr. Seaford. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. Children do not have to be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a packed lunch and wear suitable clothing/footwear and sun protection for the weather conditions. Disabled toilets and access to Pump Barn. Limited disabled access to woodland. Contact on day of event 01323 870100 or 07950 820326. Members: £9 per session Non-members: £12 per session Booking essential please ring 01273 497561. http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htm.Ancient Skills Week at Bentley Wildfowl Woods
Tuesday 10- Saturday 14 August 2010. 10:00 - 16:00
Come to Bentley Wildfowl Woods for 5 days of practical activity gaining experience of ancient skills, woodcraft techniques and environmental know-how in the woods. Open to 11-14 year olds. This five day extravaganza introduces a wide range of activities, including traditional firelighting, working with greenwood, wild food, campfire cooking and much more. Meet at Bentley Wildfowl, Halland, nr. Lewes. There will be an overnight stay in reconstructed prehistoric buildings in Bentley Woods on Friday night and parents can attend on the Saturday afternoon. Cost for the whole week. Members:£175 Non-members: £190
Booking essential please ring 01273 497561 http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmFun Cricket Coaching Camp -
Tuesday, 10 Aug Wednesday, 11 Aug Thursday, 12 Aug 2010 Time: 09:00 to 15:30
Northiam Primary School. Fun 3 day Cricket Camp for 5-12 year olds. Emphasis on fun whilst learning the basic skills of Cricket.
All abilities welcome. All coaches are ECB qualifed, CRB checked and fully insured.
Contact Tel.: 01797 252141 Further Contact Details: Call Active Cricket Coaching on 08454 799948 for further details.Buddees childrens' show is coming to Hastings
Tuesday, 10 Aug Wednesday, 11 Aug 2010 Time: 11:00 to 11:45 & 14:30 to 15:15
Join the all singing, all dancing Buddees as they discover a hidden treasure map that sends them on a fun filled journey.
With catchy original songs and audience participation you are guaranteed to bop to the beat and learn about friendship and working together to achieve your goal.
A fun show for children aged 3 – 7 years. Tickets will be available to purchase on the door on the day of the performance.
Funtime Productions Contact Name: Pamela Email: funtime-productions@hotmail.comHunt for the Missing Purse - Rye
Wednesday, 11 Aug 2010 Time: 14:00 to 16:00
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TU
Take part in Marine Week by joining the great eggcase hunt along the Rye Harbour shore - looking for washed up eggcases of sharks, skates and rays. No need to book. This event is free, however donations towards the nature reserve are appreciated.
Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 Email: rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukRSPB Seafront Date with Nature - Brighton
9 Aug 2010 to 11 Aug 2010
Location: The old paddling pool, Brighton Seafront, Near the West Pier, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2FL Tel: 01273 763624
We’ll be on Brighton seafront this summer with our binoculars and telescopes, taking a closer look at the birds who visit Brighton Beach, including Herring Gulls, Cormorants, Carrion Crows, and even Peregrine Falcons! We’ll also be there to answer any nature queries you may have, and will have plenty of information on our local reserves and wild places where you can go out and go wild this summer.1812 Firework Concert - Eastbourne
Wednesday evening 11th August - 8:00pm, Doors open 7:30pm
Venue: Eastbourne Bandstand - Eastbourne Seafront. A traditional concert that has been performed in Eastbourne for over 25 years. The night has a special twist - culminating with a spectacular firework display to Tchaikovsky's 1812 overture.
Contact Details Seafront Office - (01323) 410611 Times 8:00pm, Doors open 7:30pm. Cost Advance tickets Adults: £7.75 Children: £3.75. Tickets sold on the door: Adults: £8.75 Children: £4.75.East Grinstead rugby summer camp
Start: Monday 9 August 2010, 9am. Finish: Friday 13 August 2010, 3.30am
The core skills that you will be taught, amongst others, on a Rugby Camp include: ball handling, tackling, game sense, ruck/maul development, taking the ball into contact, kicking skills, offloads and sidesteps. At the end of the week, players complete their skills pack, put the new skills they have learnt into a performances and games, and take part in an awards ceremony.
Fee: £110 for 5 days. East Grinstead RFC, Saint Hill Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 4JU
For more information: Hadon Westerby, Work Phone: 01424 843546 Email: bookings@sportycamps.com
http//www.sportycamps.comEast Grinstead dance summer camp
Start: Monday 9 August 2010, 9am. Finish: Friday 13 August 2010, 4pm
SportyCamps presents a high energy dynamic dance week for boys and girls of all ages. Full of warm-ups, stretches, combinations, routines and choreographies. Creating and learning all of the latest dance moves of today, from a variety of dance styles. The week culminates in the participants putting what they have learnt into performing the routine they have learnt.
Fee: £60 for 5 sessions. Forest Row Village Hall, Lewes Road, Forest Row, East Sussex RH18 5ES
For more information: Hadon Westerby, Work Phone: 01424 843546 Email: bookings@sportycamps.com
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Tuesday, 10th August 2010
Venue. Battle Museum of Local History. The Almonry. High Street, Battle TN33 0EA Tel. 01424 775955 or Email battle.museum@yahoo.com Adults: £1.50 Children: Free (upto age 15) As the Museum is charity-based all donations are welcome. Falconry Fun! Steve,Sue and John from local 1066 Falconry will be at the museum all day to give you a real hands-on experience with live birds of prey including 'Midge'the smallest owl in the world. Learn about the welfare of the birds and how to make some of the equipment. Also dressing up in mediaeval fashion including chain mail, helmets and hats, dresses sheilds and swords. Make eagle or owl masks! Don't forget to bring the camera!Kids Summertime Special - Eastbourne
Tuesday Evening 10th August Times 7:30pm, doors open 7:00pm.
Special concerts just for the kids. Enjoy songs from High School Musical, Hanna Montanna, Abba and more. Free Face Painting available. Contact Details Seafront Office - (01323) 410611 Event Dates
Advance tickets: Adults £4.00 | Children £4.00 On the night: Adults £5.00 | Children 5.00
Advance tickets are available from the Seafront Office (Next to the Bandstand, on the lower prom) or Telephone: (01323) 410611. Venue Location Eastbourne Bandstand - Eastbourne SeafrontWild Life Safari - Nr. Goudhurst, Kent
Date: Wednesday, 11 Aug 2010
A mini-beast hunt introduces us to some of the smaller inhabitants, and you will look for evidence of other inhabitants as you walk in the area around the Walled Garden. The morning will finish with the children making a beautiful dragonfly to take home. Age 5+ years. Price £6 per young person. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent Contact Tel.: 01580 879820.Norman Morning - Battle
Wednesday, 11th August 2010 Starts: 10:00 Ends: 12:00
Venue: Battle Museum of Local History. The Almonry. High Street, Battle. TN33 0EA Times; 10am to 12 noon. Adults: £1.50 Children free ( up to age 15) Tel. 01424 775955 or email battle.museum’yahoo.com The Museum is a charity and run entirely by volunteers All entry fees and donations will go towards the essential conservation of the 18thC. Stothard engraving of the ‘Bayeux Tapestry’ held and on permanent display at the museum.
Hands on History will launch in July 2010 with phase one exploring the Norman era throughout the summer holiday period. On TV the campaign will be supported by a four part Norman documentary series on BBC2 plus a BBC4 series with Dan Snow taking the audience on a set of Norman Walks. In partnership with the BBC ‘Hands on History’ project the Battle Museum of Local History Curator, Roy Calthorpe and his colleagues will be utilizing the BBC’s Norman Timeline and Normans family activity packs on Wednesday mornings … building a Norman Motte and Bailey, making shields and developing a Norman Shield Wall.Saturday Morning Pictures on Wednesday Afternoons - Battle
Wednesday, 11th August 2010 Starts: 10:00 Ends: 12:00
Includes the showing of film work from: ‘In my Day’ a collaborative short film made by Claverham School pupils and Soundarchitect ‘A Tapestry of a Battle’ A commentary on the Battle of 1066 as a follow on to the BBC linked ‘Norman Mornings’ by very kind permission of Head of Archive at Eagle React ‘Battle Scouts Centenary 2009’ made by the Battle Museum of Local History. A combination of activities from the local scouts meetings during 2009 with voiceover of previous local scouts’ memories from the early 1950’s Booklets for sale of ‘In my day’ and ‘Battle Scouts Centenary’ will be available. Both include a DVD copy of the appropriate movie. The above event is on every Wednesday afternoon from 2pm during Aug 2010. More details, from July onwards. will be available from the Battle Museum shop including advance tickets situated at The Almonry, High Street, Battle. Telephone No. 01424 775955 IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK EARLY! Entry £2.00 for adults. Children Free (up to age 15) The Museum is a charity and run entirely by volunteers All entry fees and donations will go towards the essential conservation of the 18thC. Stothard engraving of the ‘Bayeux Tapestry’ held and on permanent display at the museum.Living Seas - Marine Week Event - Seven Sisters Country Park
Wednesday 11 August 2010. 10:30 - 16:00
If you are fascinated by the plants and animals that live under the sea and are concerned about the threats that this amazing world faces, then drop into the Pump Barn at the Seven Sisters Country Park as part of Marine Week. All the family can join in fun craft activities and glimpse the wonders of our undersea world. Meet at the Pump Barn (behind the Visitor Centre). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Disabled toilets and access to Pump Barn. Contact on day of the event 01323 870100 or 07950 820326. Small charge on the door to cover cost of materials Drop in event - No booking required
http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmThe Woodland Camp - Homes for All - Holiday Club Event -Seven Sisters Country Park
Thursday 12 August 2010. 10:30 - 14:30
Based around the woodland camp in Friston Forest, spend the day giving wildlife a helping hand by creating homes for mini beasts, and shelters for small creatures that live in the woodland. Meet at the Pump Barn (behind the Visitor Centre) at Seven Sisters Country Park, nr. Seaford. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. Children do not have to be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a packed lunch. Please wear suitable clothing/footwear and sun protection for the weather conditions. Disabled toilets and access to Pump Barn. Limited disabled access to woodland. Contact on day of event 01323 870100 or 07950 820326.
Members: £9 per session Non-members: £12 per session. Booking essential please ring 01273 497561
http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmBugs and Beasties - Plant Suckers - Holiday Club Event - Stanmer Park Brighton
Thursday 12 August 2010. 10:30 - 14:30
Find out what a plant needs to grow, investigate the wonders of the vegetable plot and make some jewellery from natural materials to take home. Meet at Stanmer Park, Brighton, on the green in front of the Church. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. Children do not have to be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a packed lunch and wear suitable clothing/footwear and sun protection for the weather conditions. Toilets and parking in Stanmer Village. Not suitable for disabled. Members: £9 per session Non-members: £12 per session. Booking essential please ring 01273 497561. http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htm.Family Map Challenge - Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent
Thursday, 12 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 12:00
An exciting way to experience Bedgebury's Pinetum. Come and pit yourselves against the clock to find markers hidden around the site. Families or friendship groups will find their own way around with the help of a special map. A basic briefing will make sure you don't get lost. These events will be held in the Walled Garden, where cars can also be parked. Price £6 per young person. Ages 7+ years. Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent Contact Tel.: 01580 879820 Contact Email: bedgebury@forestry.gsi.gov.ukPop out and play with Rother Children's Centres in Sedlescombe
FREE: Thursday 12 August 2010 - 10am to 12 noon,
Fun for the whole family. Craft activities, fun van and a chance to use your local play area.
East View Terrace Play Area - Sedlescombe, East Sussex TN33 0PY
For more information: Natalie Hollands, Market Road, Battle, East Sussex TN33 0HQ
Work Phone: 01424 726109 Email: natalie.hollands@eastsussex.gov.ukSeashore Discovery - Rye
Friday, 13 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 12:00
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31
Bring the family to discover the hidden treasures that are washed ashore on our beach, and hunt out creepy crawlies living in the saltmarsh. No need to book. This event is free, however donations towards the nature reserve are appreciated.
Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 Email: rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukHastings urban bikes - Bike festival
FREE: 11am to 4pm, Saturday 14 August 2010
A cycling themed event with live music, childrens' activities and new bikes for sale. Alexandra Park, Hastings, East Sussex TN34 2LL. For more information: Melanie Bray, County Hall, St. Annes Crescent, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1UE
Work Phone: 07866 560439 Email: mjbray2@googlemail.com. http//www.hastingsurbanbikes.comBrunswick Festival
FREE EVENT: Sunday 15th August 'Rural Day'
Bringing the countryside to the City and raising an awareness of the environment. Featuring the ever popular 'Scruffs' Dog Show, arts and crafts, conservation stalls, children's activities. Location: St. Anne's Well Gardens -1pm - 6pm
The Brunswick Festival Group is a voluntary organisation which produces an annual festival in celebration of the diverse community of Brunswick, Hove. The Festival is one of the longest running festivals in the city, and this year it celebrates its 29th consecutive year! Through the hard work and efforts of a small team of local residents and volunteers, this vibrant community Festival has grown over the years from being a low key picnic on the green, and now encompasses to 2 whole weekends of outdoor events. The exciting programme offers a variety of FREE events and activities for everyoneMagical Music Journeys- Hastings
Monday, 16 Aug 2010 - 20 Aug 2010
Location: The Reading Room, 12 Claremont, Hastings. A new creative music course for children kicks off during the summer holiday entitled 'Magical Music Mornings’. It's a week long course full of singing, stories, movement, listening and instruments. There’s an hour each morning at 9.30am for 6-7yrs and at 11am for 8-9yrs, and the sessions are designed imaginatively to encourage children to be creative and playful with music. Introductory workshops are on two Wednesdays mornings, August 11 and September 1. Courses led by Nancy Cooley, local musician, an experienced classical performer, choir and workshop-leader and teacher. Contact Email: info@enchantedlark.co.ukHove RFC rugby summer camp
Start: Monday 16 August 2010, 9am. Finish: Friday 20 August 2010, 3.30am
The core skills that you will be taught, amongst others, on a rugby camp include: ball handling, tackling, game sense, ruck/maul development, taking the ball into contact, kicking skills, offloads and sidesteps. At the end of the week, players complete their skills pack, put the new skills they have learnt into performances and games, and take part in an awards ceremony.
Fee: £110 for 5 days. Hove RFC, Shirley Drive, Hove, BN3 6QP. For more information: Hadon Westerby, Work Phone: 01424 843546 Email: bookings@sportycamps.com. http//www.sportycamps.comEastbourne RFC rugby summer camp
Start: Monday 16 August 2010, 9am. Finish: Thursday 19 August 2010, 3.30am
The core skills that you will be taught, amongst others, on a rugby camp include: ball handling, tackling, game sense, ruck/maul development, taking the ball into contact, kicking skills, offloads and sidesteps. At the end of the week, players complete their skills pack, put the new skills they have learnt into a performances and games, and take part in an awards ceremony.
Fee: £110 for 5 days. Eastbourne RFC, Park Avenue, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN22 9QN
For more information: Hadon Westerby, Work Phone: 01424 843546 Email: bookings@sportycamps.com
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Children's Tuesdays - Battle - Falconry Fun!
Tuesday, 17th August 2010
Venue. Battle Museum of Local History. The Almonry. High Street, Battle TN33 0EA
Tel. 01424 775955 or Email battle.museum@yahoo.com Adults: £1.50 Children: Free (upto age 15) As the Museum is charity-based all donations are welcome. FALCONRY FUN! Steve,Sue and John from local 1066 Falconry will be at the museum all day to give you a real hands-on experience with live birds of prey including 'Midge'the smallest owl in the world. Learn about the welfare of the birds and how to make some of the equipment. Also dressing up in mediaeval fashion including chain mail, helmets and hats, dresses sheilds and swords. Make eagle or owl masks! Don't forget to bring the camera!Great Expectations (open air theatre) - Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent
Tuesday, 17 Aug 2010
Location: Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Nr. Goudhurst, Kent. Quantum Theatre brings the Dickens family classic to life in Bedgebury's Walled Garden. Tickets priced at £7 (children) and £12 (adults). Contact Tel.: 01580 879820 Email: bedgebury@forestry.gsi.gov.ukKids Summertime Special - Eastbourne
Tuesday Evening 17th August Times 7:30pm, doors open 7:00pm.
Special concerts just for the kids. Enjoy songs from High School Musical, Hanna Montanna, Abba and more. Free Face Painting available. Contact Details Seafront Office - (01323) 410611 Event Dates. Advance tickets: Adults £4.00 | Children £4.00 On the night: Adults £5.00 | Children 5.00. Advance tickets are available from the Seafront Office (Next to the Bandstand, on the lower prom) or Telephone: (01323) 410611. Venue Location Eastbourne Bandstand - Eastbourne SeafrontPond dipping at Castle Water - Rye
FREE EVENT: Wednesday, 18 Aug 2010 Time: 11:00 to 13:00
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TU. Bring the family to explore Castle Water, to find what wildlife lurks among the reeds. No need to book, meet at Brede Lock (top of Rye Harbour Road) at 11am. This event is free, however donations towards the nature reserve are appreciate. Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukRSPB Seafront Date with Nature
16th Aug 2010 to 18th Aug 2010
Location: The old paddling pool, Brighton Seafront, Near the West Pier, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2FL Tel: 01273 763624
We’ll be on Brighton seafront this summer with our binoculars and telescopes, taking a closer look at the birds who visit Brighton Beach, including Herring Gulls, Cormorants, Carrion Crows, and even Peregrine Falcons! We’ll also be there to answer any nature queries you may have, and will have plenty of information on our local reserves and wild places where you can go out and go wild this summer.Norman Morning - Battle
Wednesday, 18th August 2010 Starts: 10:00 Ends: 12:00
Venue: Battle Museum of Local History. The Almonry. High Street, Battle. TN33 0EA Times; 10am to 12 noon. Adults: £1.50 Children free ( up to age 15) Tel. 01424 775955 or email battle.museum’yahoo.com The Museum is a charity and run entirely by volunteers All entry fees and donations will go towards the essential conservation of the 18thC. Stothard engraving of the ‘Bayeux Tapestry’ held and on permanent display at the museum.
Hands on History will launch in July 2010 with phase one exploring the Norman era throughout the summer holiday period. On TV the campaign will be supported by a four part Norman documentary series on BBC2 plus a BBC4 series with Dan Snow taking the audience on a set of Norman Walks. In partnership with the BBC ‘Hands on History’ project the Battle Museum of Local History Curator, Roy Calthorpe and his colleagues will be utilizing the BBC’s Norman Timeline and Normans family activity packs on Wednesday mornings … building a Norman Motte and Bailey, making shields and developing a Norman Shield Wall.Saturday Morning Pictures on Wednesday Afternoons - Battle
Wednesday, 18th August 2010 Starts: 10:00 Ends: 12:00
Includes the showing of film work from: ‘In my Day’ a collaborative short film made by Claverham School pupils and Soundarchitect ‘A Tapestry of a Battle’ A commentary on the Battle of 1066 as a follow on to the BBC linked ‘Norman Mornings’ by very kind permission of Head of Archive at Eagle React ‘Battle Scouts Centenary 2009’ made by the Battle Museum of Local History. A combination of activities from the local scouts meetings during 2009 with voiceover of previous local scouts’ memories from the early 1950’s Booklets for sale of ‘In my day’ and ‘Battle Scouts Centenary’ will be available. Both include a DVD copy of the appropriate movie. The above event is on every Wednesday afternoon from 2pm during Aug 2010. More details, from July onwards. will be available from the Battle Museum shop including advance tickets situated at The Almonry, High Street, Battle. Telephone No. 01424 775955 IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK EARLY! Entry £2.00 for adults. Children Free (up to age 15) The Museum is a charity and run entirely by volunteers All entry fees and donations will go towards the essential conservation of the 18thC. Stothard engraving of the ‘Bayeux Tapestry’ held and on permanent display at the museum.1812 Firework Concert - Eastbourne
Wednesday evening 18th August - 8:00pm, Doors open 7:30pm
Venue: Eastbourne Bandstand - Eastbourne Seafront
A traditional concert that has been performed in Eastbourne for over 25 years.
The night has a special twist - culminating with a spectacular firework display to Tchaikovsky's 1812 overture.
Contact Details Seafront Office - (01323) 410611 Times 8:00pm, Doors open 7:30pm. Cost Advance tickets Adults: £7.75 Children: £3.75. Tickets sold on the door: Adults: £8.75 Children: £4.75Stepping Out for a Family Beach Safari at Bexhill
Thursday, 19 Aug 2010 Time: 11:00 to 12:30 Meet at Sea Angling Club, foot of Galley Hill, Bexhill
A walk along the beach at low tide exploring wildlife and fossils. Bring spade and bucket or bag for finds as well as sensible cloths and footwear. All children to be supervised by a responsible adult. 2 miles. £1.50.
Contact Name: Julian Porter, Museum CuratorBugs and Beasties in Colour - Holiday Club Event
Thursday 19 August 2010. 10:30 - 14:30
For nature colour matters, whether you are a bright red ladybird or a speckled brown sparrow. Investigate how wildlife uses colour and make your own colourful creature. Meet at Stanmer Park, Brighton, on the green in front of the Church. Suitable for 6-11 year olds. Children do not have to be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a packed lunch and wear suitable clothing/footwear and sun protection for the weather conditions. Toilets and parking in Stanmer Village. Not suitable for disabled.
Members: £9 per session Non-members: £12 per session. Booking essential please ring 01273 497561
http://www.sussexwt.org.uk/index.htmZippos Circus - Brighton
19 Aug 2010 to 31 Aug 2010
Location: Hove No 1 Lawn, Hove Lawns, Brighton, BN3 2WW Tel: 0871 210 2100
The award-winning Zippos Circus is back for 2010 with ‘Encore’, a superb new show for families and adults alike.
Highlights include a new heart-stopping high wire act from Colombian father and son duo Chico and Enesto; extraordinary hand to hand acrobatics from Chinese artists Ying and Yang; beautiful liberty horses and, back by popular demand, the hilarious Konyot slapstick clowns. All presented by Norman Barrett MBE, the world’s greatest Ringmaster.
Prices: Child & concessions: Side View £6. Grandstand £11. Ringside £15 Adult: Side View £9. Grandstand £16. Ringside £22Postcards from the sea - Rye
FREE EVENT: Friday, 20 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 12:00
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TU
Come down to the beach, explore the strandline, and take home a postcard made from things you have found.
No need to book. This event is free, however donations towards the nature reserve are appreciated.
Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 Email: rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukFriends of Princes Park Fun Day 2010 - Eastbourne
FREE ENTRY: Saturday 21 August 2010 Times 11.00am until 4.00pm
Location: Princes Park, Royal Parade, Eastbourne. Family fun day with a variety of stalls, arena events, childrens bouncy castle, Punch and Judy, raffle, grand draw and more. Contact Details John Henderson - 01323 724711.Brunswick Festival
Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd August - FREE events and activities for everyone
Brunswick Festival in the Square - A lazy weekend of live music, dance, street theatre, circus skills, healing area, arts crafts and bric-a-brac stalls, world food and beer tent... fun and entertainment for all the family!!! Brunswick Square 12.00pm - 7pm
The Brunswick Festival Group is a voluntary organisation which produces an annual festival in celebration of the diverse community of Brunswick, Hove. The Festival is one of the longest running festivals in the city, and this year it celebrates its 29th consecutive year! Through the hard work and efforts of a small team of local residents and volunteers, this vibrant community Festival has grown over the years from being a low key picnic on the green, and now encompasses to 2 whole weekends of outdoor events. The exciting programme offers a variety of FREE events and activities for everyone.Camber Castle Bug Hunt and Picnic
FREE: Sunday, 22 Aug 2010 Time: 12:00 to 15:00
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TU
Bring your picnic to Brede Lock (top of Rye Harbour Road) at 12 noon for a walk with the warden through the Nature Reserve to have a picnic at Camber Castle. This will be followed by pond dipping in Castle Water before the walk back to Brede Lock.
This event is free, however donations towards the nature reserve are appreciated.
Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 Email: rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukA Midsummer Night's Dream at Newhaven Fort
7.30pm to 10pm, Tuesday 24 August 2010
A magical open-air theatre evening. Licensed bar serving wine, local beer, soft drinks and snacks. Tickets must be booked in advance - please telephone 01273 517622 for more information or to purchase tickets.
Fee: Adults £12.50, children/concessions £9. Newhaven Fort, Fort Road, Newhaven, East Sussex BN9 9DS
For more information: Newhaven Fort Office, Work Phone: 01273 517622 Email: info@newhavenfort.org.uk
http//www.newhavenfort.org.ukChildren's Tuesdays - FALCONRY FUN!
Tuesday, 24th August 2010
Venue. Battle Museum of Local History. The Almonry. High Street, Battle TN33 0EA
Tel. 01424 775955 or Email battle.museum@yahoo.com Adults: £1.50 Children: Free (upto age 15) As the Museum is charity-based all donations are welcome.
FALCONRY FUN! Steve,Sue and John from local 1066 Falconry will be at the museum all day to give you a real hands-on experience with live birds of prey including 'Midge'the smallest owl in the world. Learn about the welfare of the birds and how to make some of the equipment. Also dressing up in mediaeval fashion including chain mail, helmets and hats, dresses sheilds and swords. Make eagle or owl masks! Don't forget to bring the camera!Kids Summertime Special - Eastbourne
Tuesday Evening 24th August Times 7:30pm, doors open 7:00pm.
Special concerts just for the kids. Enjoy songs from High School Musical, Hanna Montanna, Abba and more. Free Face Painting available. Contact Details Seafront Office - (01323) 410611 Event Dates
Advance tickets: Adults £4.00 | Children £4.00 On the night: Adults £5.00 | Children 5.00
Advance tickets are available from the Seafront Office (Next to the Bandstand, on the lower prom) or Telephone: (01323) 410611. Venue Location Eastbourne Bandstand - Eastbourne Seafront.Birds, bats and bugs - Rye
FREE: Wednesday, 25 Aug 2010 Time: 18:30 to 20:30
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TU
An evening stroll to Ternery Pool followed by a closer look at some nocturnal creatures with the help of bat detectors.
This event is free, however donations towards the nature reserve are appreciated.
Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 Email: rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukNorman Morning - Battle
Wednesday, 25th August 2010 Starts: 10:00 Ends: 12:00
Venue: Battle Museum of Local History. The Almonry. High Street, Battle. TN33 0EA Times; 10am to 12 noon.
Adults: £1.50 Children free ( up to age 15) Tel. 01424 775955 or email battle.museum’yahoo.com The Museum is a charity and run entirely by volunteers All entry fees and donations will go towards the essential conservation of the 18thC. Stothard engraving of the ‘Bayeux Tapestry’ held and on permanent display at the museum.
Hands on History will launch in July 2010 with phase one exploring the Norman era throughout the summer holiday period. On TV the campaign will be supported by a four part Norman documentary series on BBC2 plus a BBC4 series with Dan Snow taking the audience on a set of Norman Walks. In partnership with the BBC ‘Hands on History’ project the Battle Museum of Local History Curator, Roy Calthorpe and his colleagues will be utilizing the BBC’s Norman Timeline and Normans family activity packs on Wednesday mornings … building a Norman Motte and Bailey, making shields and developing a Norman Shield Wall.Saturday Morning Pictures on Wednesday Afternoons
Wednesday, 25th August 2010 Starts: 10:00 Ends: 12:00
Includes the showing of film work from: ‘In my Day’ a collaborative short film made by Claverham School pupils and Soundarchitect ‘A Tapestry of a Battle’ A commentary on the Battle of 1066 as a follow on to the BBC linked ‘Norman Mornings’ by very kind permission of Head of Archive at Eagle React ‘Battle Scouts Centenary 2009’ made by the Battle Museum of Local History. A combination of activities from the local scouts meetings during 2009 with voiceover of previous local scouts’ memories from the early 1950’s Booklets for sale of ‘In my day’ and ‘Battle Scouts Centenary’ will be available. Both include a DVD copy of the appropriate movie. The above event is on every Wednesday afternoon from 2pm during Aug 2010. More details, from July onwards. will be available from the Battle Museum shop including advance tickets situated at The Almonry, High Street, Battle. Telephone No. 01424 775955 IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK EARLY! Entry £2.00 for adults. Children Free (up to age 15) The Museum is a charity and run entirely by volunteers All entry fees and donations will go towards the essential conservation of the 18thC. Stothard engraving of the ‘Bayeux Tapestry’ held and on permanent display at the museum.1812 Firework Concert - Eastbourne
Wednesday evening 25th August - 8:00pm, Doors open 7:30pm
Venue: Eastbourne Bandstand - Eastbourne Seafront. A traditional concert that has been performed in Eastbourne for over 25 years. The night has a special twist - culminating with a spectacular firework display to Tchaikovsky's 1812 overture.
Contact Details Seafront Office - (01323) 410611 Times 8:00pm, Doors open 7:30pm. Cost Advance tickets Adults: £7.75 Children: £3.75. Tickets sold on the door: Adults: £8.75 Children: £4.75.Treasure Hunt - Rye
Friday, 27 Aug 2010 Time: 12:00 to 14:00
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TU
Follow clues around the Nature Reserve to win a prize! Pick up a map and set of clues from Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre between 12 and 2pm. £2 per person. Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 Email: rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukStory Stop at Hastings Children's Library
3.45pm to 4.15pm, Friday 27 August 2010
Stop off for a story at the library on the last Friday every month. This event is especially for school age children, but also suitable for children aged three and over. Hastings Children's Library, Robertson Passage, Off Robertson Street, Hastings, East Sussex TN34 1HL. For more information: Library Enquiries, Work Phone: 0345 60 80 196
http//www.eastsussex.gov.uk/…/hastingschildrensPebbles pebbles everywhere - Rye
FREE: Saturday, 28 Aug 2010 Time: 14:00 to 15:30
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TU
Create some artwork on the beach out of natural materials. This event is free of charge but donations towards the upkeep of the nature reserve are always appreciated. Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 Email: rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukBeach Beasties - Rye
FREE: Sunday, 29 Aug 2010 Time: 10:00 to 12:00
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Lime Kiln Cottage, Harbour Road, Rye, TN31 7TU
Bring the family to use our shrimp nets to hunt for creatures that live in the shallows of the sea. Please wear suitable footwear for paddling in the sea. This event is free of charge but donations towards the upkeep of the nature reserve are always appreciated.
Contact Tel.: 01797 227784 Email: rhnr.office@eastsussex.gov.ukFirle Place horse trials and country fair - Lewes
9am to 5pm, Sunday 29 August 2010
Fun for all the family and the dogs - gun dog scurry, companion dog show, terrier racing, terrier show, longdog racing and lurcher show. Plus excellent food, trade stands, bar, have-a-go archery and the best riders in the South East. See the website for schedules. Fee: £10 per car, including all occupants, on the gate. Location: Firle Place Park, Firle, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6LP
For more information: Josephine Carr, Street Farm, Jevington, Polegate, East Sussex BN26 5QB
Work Phone: 01323 482016 Email: jo@firleplaceevent.co.uk. http//www.firleplaceevent.co.ukAnnual Rye raft race and fete
Fee: FREE. 12 noon to 5pm, Sunday 29 August 2010
Fete of 50 stalls, rides, barbecue, beer tent and live music starts at noon. Raft race of three laps starts at 2.45pm downstream from the road bridge on River Rother. Rafts launch from 1pm. Decorated rafts plus crews in fancy dress who bombard each other with flour and water. The Salts and River Rother, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7LP
For more information: Bob Harvey, ROSE LODGE, The Roundel, St. Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex TN37 7HE
Work Phone: 0845 833 2825 Email: robert.harvey25@btopenworld.comSee the steam giants at Brede Waterworks
FREE: 10am to 4pm, Monday 30 August 2010
Come and enjoy an historic collection of steam water pump engines housed in magnificent grade 2 listed buildings, set in the depths of the Brede Valley. See and hear the giant, 400 horsepower, Tangye and Worthington Simpson engines, currently powered by diesel air compressors. You can also see our rescued collection of smaller working steam engines and water pumping artefacts. Brede Waterworks, 6 miles north of Hastings on the A28, entrance at the top of Brede Hill, by the church, Brede, East Sussex. For more information: George Coleman, Work Phone: 01323 460972Children's Tuesdays - Battle - Falconry Fun
Tuesday, 31st August 2010
Venue. Battle Museum of Local History. The Almonry. High Street, Battle TN33 0EA
Tel. 01424 775955 or Email battle.museum@yahoo.com
Adults: £1.50 Children: Free (upto age 15) As the Museum is charity-based all donations are welcome.
FALCONRY FUN! Steve,Sue and John from local 1066 Falconry will be at the museum all day to give you a real hands-on experience with live birds of prey including 'Midge'the smallest owl in the world. Learn about the welfare of the birds and how to make some of the equipment. Also dressing up in mediaeval fashion including chain mail, helmets and hats, dresses sheilds and swords. Make eagle or owl masks! Don't forget to bring the camera!Kids Summertime Special - Eastbourne
Tuesday Evening 31st August Times 7:30pm, doors open 7:00pm.
Special concerts just for the kids. Enjoy songs from High School Musical, Hanna Montanna, Abba and more. Free Face Painting available. Contact Details Seafront Office - (01323) 410611 Event Dates
Advance tickets: Adults £4.00 | Children £4.00 On the night: Adults £5.00 | Children 5.00
Advance tickets are available from the Seafront Office (Next to the Bandstand, on the lower prom) or Telephone: (01323) 410611. Venue Location Eastbourne Bandstand - Eastbourne SeafrontUseful Links for What's On:
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'Wheels 10' - Littlehampton
Saturday 31 July & 1 August. Time 10:00 to 17:00
Littlehampton Seafront, BN17. Fun packed event on Littlehampton seafront over the two day period, with classic cars, local dealerships, motorbike displays, bike displays, Ride the hill, mini car circuits, quad bikes, American trucks, Get cycling, plus lots, lots more. For further details 07932 176051 Email address keith@upfrontevents.co.uk
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