Annual Surrealist Picnic

East Sussex

Type:Arts

Farleys, Muddles Green, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6HW

Tel: +447812830431

Contemporary photograph of two women in fancy dress costume having a picnic

About

The annual spectacular in the Sculpture Garden at Farelys House and Gallery takes place one more on the August bank holiday! At the home of photographer Lee Miller and artist Roland Penrose, this event celebrates their Surrealist roots with an afternoon of music, performance and strange happenings. Visits are encouraged to don a costume inspired by art history, pack a picnic hamper and delight in a memorable afternoon of fun.

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Season (30 Aug 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday16:00 - 20:00

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