The fun family festival Jack in the Green, Hastings

Jack in the Green, Hastings

1st - 4th May 26 c Jonny Thompson

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  1. The Easter Craft Market at Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard

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    Sedlescombe

    Easter Fair at Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard
    Hop on over to our fun-filled in-person Easter Fair! Visit the beautiful craft fair for unique gifts and artisan treats, take part in an Easter egg hunt in the vineyard, clay making activity, food and…

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    From:
    4 Apr 2026to5 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
  2. The Garden Show

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    Special Events

    Hailsham

    The Garden Show comes to Herstmonceux Castle from 17–19 April 2026.

    Enjoy over 170 exhibitors, specialist plants, garden shopping, artisan makers, food, live craft demos and family entertainment.

    Explore talks on small gardens transforming lives,…

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    17 Apr 2026to18 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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    19 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
  3. Cyanotype Printing Workshop

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    Gardens

    Arlington, Polegate

    The workshop will begin with an introduction to the cyanotype process, what it is, its history and show you all examples by artists and myself. I'll explain the chemicals involved which are non toxic and then perform a demonstration to show everyone…

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    From:
    4 June 2026Open 09:30 - 12:30
  4. Kids Trail: Ludo's Easter Adventure

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    Childrens Events

    Haywards Heath

    This Easter holiday, follow the adventures of Ludo the Lamb on his quest to win the Lamb National Race!

    Bring your family and follow the story trail around the Garden as Ludo races to victory. Along the way, search for Easter eggs hidden within the…

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    From:
    28 Mar 2026to20 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  5. The Paint Club painting party at 180 Degrees Bar & Kitchen

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    Arts

    Cuckfield, Haywards Heath

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    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    7 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    6 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  6. Jack in the Green Festival, Hastings

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    Festival

    HASTINGS

    A festival of Morris and other traditional dance with visiting teams from all over England and Europe. Jack of the Green takes place on the May Day Bank Holiday Monday with music, dance, singing and street entertainment and the traditional crowning…

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    From:
    1 May 2026to4 May 2026
  7. The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show at Henfield Hall

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    Arts

    Henfield

    The Sussex Guild is looking forward to starting our show season again in Henfield Hall. The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show will take place throughout the main hall, foyer and garden suite. Delicious homemade refreshments will be available in…

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    From:
    18 Apr 2026to19 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  8. Birdsong Identification Walk

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    Countryside

    Arlington, Polegate

    Take an early morning amble through the spring woods to discover and learn some birdsongs. Sarah Wilesmith has worked in the woods for over a decade, and can help you tell your Coal Tit from your Great Tit, and Nuthatch from Treecreeper. We may even…

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    21 May 2026Open 08:30 - 10:30
  9. Eridge Park 10 Trail Challenge

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    Eridge

    This corker of a race returns in 2026 to bring us 10 miles of trail delights and glory. Dubbed the 'favourite of off-road' races, the course is renowned for its captivating views, steep & narrow climbs and copious quanties of mud. Prepare to fall in…

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    27 Sept 2026
  10. Forbidden Nights

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    Theatre

    Eastbourne

    Forbidden Nights is made up of a male vocalist, aerial artist, pole performer and fire act all with an element of strip tease -- think Cirque du Soleil meets *Magic Mike*.

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    15 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -
  11. The Paint Club painting party at The Spur

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    Arts

    Arundel

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    6 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    5 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  12. Thursday Late | Art of Appearance

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    Exhibitions

    Chichester

    Join us in April for a Thursday Late event looking at the art of appearance.

    In a special talk (tickets sold separately), celebrated curator and aesthete Stephen Calloway invites us into the fascinating world of self-fashioning – revealing how…

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    16 Apr 2026Open 17:00 - 20:30
  13. Battles Through History Military Show

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    Exhibition

    Ardingly, Haywards Heath

    Whatever the weather with more exhibitors, vehicles, and interactive experiences being brought indoors you can experience an unforgettable journey through time! Battles Through History, is the unique and exciting multi period living history military…

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    3 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  14. Birdsong Identification Walk

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    Countryside

    Arlington, Polegate

    Take an early morning amble through the spring woods to discover and learn some birdsongs. Sarah Wilesmith has worked in the woods for over a decade, and can help you tell your Coal Tit from your Great Tit, and Nuthatch from Treecreeper. We may even…

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    14 May 2026Open 08:30 - 10:30
  15. Painting party at The Royal Oak & Castle in Pevensey

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    Arts

    Pevensey

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    7 Apr 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  16. Children's Workshop | Easter Holiday Club: Fabulous Footwear

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    Childrens Events

    Chichester

    Have fun designing and collaging your own fabulous footwear!

    Looking at William Nicholson's picture of Gertrude Jekyll's boots, other paintings and photographs of very fancy footwear, we will collect ideas and features we like the look of. Then…

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    10 Apr 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
  17. 45 Years

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    Theatre

    Chichester

    Buried for decades, the body of a young woman is found in the melting ice. A thousand miles and 45 years away... a crack forms in the crystal of a marriage.

    It's the week leading up to Kate and Geoff's wedding anniversary and preparations for the…

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    From:
    12 June 2026to11 July 2026
  18. Romney Marsh 10k

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    Sporting Events

    New Romney

    The Romney Marsh 10K is organised by Nice Work on behalf of the Romney Marsh Rotary Club. The course uses the flat tarmac country lanes around the pretty Kent town of New Romney. You won't be disappointed by the views as you explore this stunning…

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    12 July 2026
  19. Easter Holidays at Go Ape

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Goudhurst

    Looking for an exciting activity this Easter? We've got something the whole family will enjoy with our brand-new Egg-venture experience at Go Ape Bedgebury. It's all the fun of our brilliant wobbly high ropes crossings and super zips, all while…

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    28 Mar 2026to20 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  20. The Paint Club painting party at The Heathfield Tavern

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    Arts

    Heathfield

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    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    8 Apr 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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