EVENTS

What’s On In and around Hailsham

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HARVEST HUNT

Michelham Priory Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex

There is a Harvest Hunt at Michelham Priory currently running until 30 October between 10am and 5pm. While it’s designed with children in mind, adults will love the challenge just as much. Explore seven acres of glorious grounds and see what you can spot. Included in general admission. Find out more about visiting: https://sussexpast.co.uk/harvest-hunt-at-michelham.E

WINDMILL OPENING (last of the season)

Windmill Hill Windmill Windmill Hill, Herstmonceux, East Sussex

Windmill Hill windmill (BN27 4RT) will be open again this Sunday for the last time this season from 2.30 until 5pm with guided tours at 2.45, 3.30 and the last tour at 4.30. There will be live jazz from Con Brio and refreshments. Children welcome but no dogs above the ground floor please. Entrance is […]

Talk: Elsie Bowerman, Titanic Survivor by Paul Endersby

The next meeting of the Historical Society will be a talk by Paul Endersby talking about Elsie Bowerman, a Titanic Survivor on Wednesday 2 October at the Charles Hunt Centre, Vicarage Field, Hailsham. The Society meets on the first Wednesday of every month. Access is from Vicarage Field East Car Park (next to Waitrose). Visitors […]

£2.50

QUIET DAY AT THE OBSERVATORY SCIENCE CENTRE

Observatory Science Centre (The) Wartling Road, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex (SatNav: use Wartling Rd, not postcode))

QUIET day... shhh! We welcome you to enjoy the Centre without crowds : Find out more : https://bit.ly/42kFAVL

ART: Mixed Media Full Day Workshop

flossWORKSHOPart Danecroft Place, Hellingly, United Kingdom

Treat yourself to a full day, in the workshop, using a combination of techniques and mediums. Build layers to create your own mixed media art piece onto 250/300gsm paper or recycled cardboard. Alternatively, you can bring your own journal along to use in the session if you'd prefer to. Break the blank substrate (page) with […]

£60

HERSTMONCEUX ESTATE HISTORICAL WALKING TOURS

Herstmonceux Castle Estate Wartling Road, Herstmonceux, East Sussex

The remaining Herstmonceux Castle Estate History Walking Tours are on October 26, 29 and 31 at 11.30am and 1.30pm. The tours are free but donations are gratefully received. No booking required. For more information visit www.herstmonceux-castle.com.

SPOOKY HISTORY OF HALLOWEEN

Michelham Priory Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex

Kids go free this half term at Michelham Priory. You are invited to explore the spooky history of Halloween at Michelham Priory. Step back in time for a variety of autumn, Halloween and history-inspired activities for all ages. There will be crafts, storytelling sessions with Wilfred about The Black Death and even celebrate the ancient […]

Energy Roadshow: Heatpumps and Solar

Herstmonceux Village Hall Hailsham Road, East Sussex

Want to know the true costs, benefits and grants available for home heat pumps and solar? Reserve your place now for this free event! Energise Sussex Coast, your local community energy co-op is providing a talk at Community Energy South's roadshow. Martin, an experienced energy and retrofit adviser will give you the low down on […]

Free

FAMILY FUN & SAFETY MORNING

Do your kids fancy visiting a fire station? Because we're running a free 'Family Fun and Safety Morning' event this half term for 5 to 11 year olds! To book on, head to the link in the comments. We're partnering with East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service. There will be six fun scenarios to get […]

Free

DARK SKIES FESTIVAL

Springham Farm Grove Hill, Hellingly, East Sussex

Dark Skies Celebration at Springham Farm. 50m in from the road. Join us for a magical event at Springham Farm during the Wild About Dark Skies Festival! Astronomy demonstrations and star gazing. Event lasts 2 hours. Hot drinks and snacks. Bring warm clothes, waterproof shoes or boots with good tread, red torches if you have […]

Free

MOTHERS’ UNION TALK ABOUT YMCA

Abbots Wood Manor Care Home 116 London Road, Hailsham, East Sussex

The speaker will be curate Elly, who will talk about her work with the YMCA. All are welcome to the meeting including non-members and men, starting with a short service at 7pm.

HISTORICAL & NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY

Charles Hunt Centre Vicarage Field, Vicarage Road, Hailsham

The next meeting will take place on December 4th at the Charles Hunt Centre, Vicarage Field. Doors open at 7pm for 7.30 start for an evening of short talks by members about Hailsham. The Society meets on the first Wednesday of every month at the Charles Hunt Centre, Vicarage Field, Hailsham, BN27 1BG at 7 […]

£2.50