2025 marks 25 years since the doors opened to the Millennium Seed Bank c Jim Holden

25th Anniversary

Millennium Seed Bank at Wakehurst, c Jim Holden

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Events suitable for the whole family are never hard to come by in Sussex thanks to its great family-friendly seaside resorts, vibrant cities and gorgeous countryside. Don't miss the chance to join in the 950th anniversary celebrations at Chichester Cathedral which includes a year-long exhibition and a spectacular light show in October or enjoy a trip on one of the Sussex steam railways as part of Railway 200. 2025 also marks 100 years since Drusillas Park invited families to experience its zoo, adventure play and rides, as well as 25 years since the Millennium Seed Bank at Wakehurst opened, now home to over 2.4 billion seeds.

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  1. The Big Purple Psychic & Holistic Fair

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    Horsham

    Get your £5 entry tickets now for Sunday 12th October held in the luxurious setting of Roffey Park Venue in Horsham, West Sussex.
    With a full programme of talks, workshops and activities you are bound to find something to indulge in with our…

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    12 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
  2. Turner's Vision at Petworth

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    Exhibitions

    Petworth

    For the first time in 20 years, a wide range of JMW Turner's artistic studies of the extraordinary landscape at Petworth House and Park will be exhibited in the very place that inspired him. Visitors will be able to discover more about his methods,…

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    21 June 2025to16 Nov 2025Open 10:30 - 16:30
  3. 'Forest Floor' - Botanical Art Class with Penny Sanderson

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    Haywards Heath

    Capture the beauty of autumn at Borde Hill in our Forest Floor Watercolour Painting Workshop.

    This two hour painting session, led by talented Botanical Artist Penny Sanderson (Dip SBA), is suitable for beginners and seasoned artists alike, and will…

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    9 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
  4. Go Ape Bedgebury Sundown Adventures

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    Cranbrook

    Go Ape Sundown Adventures are back for autumn 2025 at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest in Kent!

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    17 Oct 2025to9 Nov 2025
  5. Paint a rainbow tree at Calvero Lounge, Tenderten

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    Embassy House,, Tenterden, Ashford

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting in Tenderten, Kent at Calvero Lounge. We're painting a fun rainbow tree for our first event.

    Our friendly local artist will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very…

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    6 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
  6. Christmas at Bedgebury

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    Christmas

    Goudhurst,

    Step into a winter wonderland like no other as Christmas at Bedgebury returns for 2025!

    Immerse yourself in a new, reimagined trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, created by the award-winning light trail producers behind events such as…

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    21 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 16:30 - 20:00
  7. Painting party in East Grinstead: Carlo Lounge

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    Arts

    Queens Walk, East Grinstead

    The Paint Club is in East Grinstead! We run regular painting workshops at Carlo Lounge and The Ship Inn every month.

    Tickets include professional instructions from an artist, painting materials, plus a canvas to take home at the end of the workshop.

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    13 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  8. Dinosaur Adventure Live!

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    Childrens Events

    Eastbourne

    Surely The Greatest Prehistoric Show on Earth! 65 million years in the making… Are you ready for the adventure?

    Join our intrepid Dinosaur Adventurers as we journey to a world of living, breathing, life-like Dinosaurs. Walk with us through the…

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    15 Feb 2026Open 14:00 -
  9. Selsey Lifeboat Station VIP Tours

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    Tour

    Selsey

    You're invited to take part in a very special VIP behind-the-scenes experience at Selsey Lifeboat Station. This is not your normal station tour. This experience will get you closer to the volunteers at Selsey as you see up close the impressive…

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    24 Sept 2025Open 09:30 - 11:00
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  10. Leonardslee Comedy Club

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    Comedy

    Horsham

    Leonardslee Comedy Club is sure to fill your night with laughter and good times with the very best of live stand-up comedy.

    £18 per person |15% off for Leonardslee members (all members tickets require a valid Leonardslee Membership) £64 for 4…

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    19 Sept 2025Open 17:30 - 21:30
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    17 Oct 2025Open 17:30 - 21:30
  11. Rana Begum: No.1367 Mesh

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    Exhibitions

    Chichester

    Acclaimed visual artist Rana Begum RA transforms our historic staircase with No.1367 Mesh, her iconic suspended, colourful mesh clusters, creating a vibrant blend of history and contemporary art.

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    20 July 2024to1 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  12. Concerts at Eastbourne Bandstand

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    Music

    Eastbourne

    With more than 100 concerts across the season, Eastbourne Bandstand has a packed line-up in 2025, including the return of the 1812 Proms & Firework Nights on Wednesday evenings from 11th June to 3rd September (except 18th June), and Traditional…

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    19 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025
  13. The Free Brighton Choir

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    Music

    Brighton

    Join the friendliest choir in town!

    The Free Brighton Choir is a volunteer-led singing group, open to everyone, regardless of age, singing ability or experience. No auditions, no requirements, no cost.

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    18 Sept 2025Open 19:00 - 20:00
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    18 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 20:00
  14. Painting party in Rye at The Globe Inn

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    Arts

    10 Military Road, Rye

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting in Rye at The Globe Inn!

    Our friendly local artist will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    ️ What's included: All the painting materials…

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    1 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    5 Nov 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
  15. Painting party in Cuckfield: 180 Degrees Bar & Kitchen

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    Arts

    High Street, Haywards Heath, Cuckfield

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at Cuckfield's 180 Degrees Bar & Kitchen!

    Our friendly local artist will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    ️ What's included: All the…

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    2 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
  16. Christmas Makers Fair at Saltdean Lido

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    Christmas

    Saltdean, Brighton

    Paper Daisy Events are excited to return to Saltdean Lido with some amazing exhibitors for a beautifully curated Christmas Makers Fair!

    On Saturday 29th November you'll find the impressive art deco inspired ballroom & lounge full of wonderful…

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    29 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
  17. Painting party in Worthing at The Cricketers

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    Arts

    Worthing

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at The Cricketers in Worthing!

    Our friendly local artist will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    ️ What's included: All the painting materials…

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    15 Sept 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    20 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
  18. Christmas Workshops at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens

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    Christmas

    Brighton Road, Lower Beeding

    Discover Festive Workshops at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
    Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens offers a delightful array of creative experiences to embrace the festive spirit, set against the backdrop of their enchanting gardens. Here are just a few of this…

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    19 Nov 2025to19 Dec 2025Open 09:00 - 16:00
  19. Optics Day at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Arundel

    Want to experience wildlife in stunning detail? The monthly Optics Days are here to help you find the perfect binoculars or scope, for your birding and wildlife adventures.
    Taking place on the last Saturday of the month in our Discovery Hide,…

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    27 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
  20. The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show at De La Warr Pavilion

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    Arts

    Bexhill-on-Sea

    The Sussex Guild is delighted to return for its eighth show at the De La Warr Pavilion this Autumn. You'll find almost fifty makers in the ground-floor auditorium showing well designed and beautiful work, all hand made in small workshops and…

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    18 Oct 2025to19 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00