New exhibition Religion, Rebellion & Reformation at Chichester Cathedral as part of Chichester 950th anniversary events

Religion, Rebellion & Reformation

Chichester Cathedral 950, Now - 15th Nov 25

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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.  You'll find a whole host of events and activities to enjoy on every visit, as the what's on calendar is full to bursting all year round. Whether you choose to head to East or West Sussex, visit for a city break in either Chichester or Brighton, or relax and explore the stunning South Downs National Park that stretches through both counties.

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. 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
      2. Burning the Clocks

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        Show / Display

        Brighton

        The dark grip of long wintry nights is broken by a flicker of light. Started in 1993, Burning the Clocks represents an alternative to the commercial Christmas. Thousands of people gather to make paper lanterns to carry through the city before…

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        From:
        21 Dec 2026
      3. Chichester950 | Religion, Rebellion & Reformation

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        Exhibitions

        Chichester

        An exhibition sharing the story of the Christian faith in Sussex, revealed through people, events and objects, from 1075 to the present day.

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        From:
        14 Feb 2025to1 Feb 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
      4. William Nicholson

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        Arts

        Chichester

        This is the first major exhibition of the celebrated artist William Nicholson (1872 – 1949) in more than 20 years.
        Spanning Nicholson's entire career, this landmark show reveals the breadth of his artistic vision – from world-renowned still lifes,…

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        From:
        22 Nov 2025to10 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
      5. 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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        From:
        15 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -
      6. Painting party in Uckfield at The Blackboys

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        Arts

        Blackboys, Uckfield

        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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        2 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
      7. Backstage Tour

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        Theatre

        Brighton

        Our popular backstage tours are back!

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        Theatre Royal Brighton, Brighton and Hove

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        29 Nov 2025Open 10:30 -
      8. Ashdown Forest 10 & 5 Mile Series (Race 2)

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        Sporting Events

        Nutley, Uckfield

        The Ashdown Forest 10 & 5 Mile Series at Pippingford Park is a series of two eco-friendly trail races where we strive to deliver an exhilarating running experience in a sustainable environment. Previously known as The Greener Earth Trail Race, 2024…

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        From:
        25 Jan 2026
      9. Rathfinny Run

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        Sporting Events

        Polegate

        This race has sold out every year since its inception five years ago - so it's in high demand! The Rathfinny Run is an exceptionally special running experience. It focuses on reducing it's environmental impact and encourages runners to reduce their…

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        10 May 2026
      10. Rana Begum: No.1367 Mesh

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        Arts

        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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        From:
        20 July 2024to1 July 2026
      11. 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 -
      12. 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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        8 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
      13. Christmas Wine Tasting Weekends

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        Christmas

        Shaves Wood Lane, Albourne

        Our Tasting Room will open on 13th & 14th and 20th & 21st December, 11am to 5pm, for the return of our Christmas Wine Tasting Weekends with wine tasting, mulled vermouth & mince pies!

        We will have every bottle across our range open for you to…

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        13 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00
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        14 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00
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        20 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00
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        21 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00
      14. Komedia Comedy Club New Year's Eve Special

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        Comedy

        Brighton and Hove

        Enjoy the very best comedians on the circuit, with a glass or two of bubbly and some delicious food.

        Venue

        Komedia, Brighton and Hove

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        From:
        31 Dec 2025Open 19:00 -
      15. Bentley Wildlife Wood Carvers Showcase

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        Exhibitions

        Arundel

        Discover the art of wildlife wood carving with the Bentley Wildlife Wood Carvers. Meet the talented carvers, admire a stunning display of their work, and watch live demonstrations as they bring nature to life in wood.
        This showcase is included in…

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        From:
        8 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
      16. Robertsbridge Midsummer 10k & 5k

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        Sporting Events

        Robertsbridge

        The Robertsbridge Bonfire Society return to present another wonderful instalment of their much loved Midsummer 10k & 5k race. This is a community affair. It boasts fantastic local support with some super volunteer marshals to cheer and guide runners…

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        From:
        19 June 2026
      17. A Boy Called Christmas

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        Theatre

        Chichester

        An enthralling, charming and magical tale that tells the true story of Father Christmas.

        For 11-year-old Nikolas, whose nickname is Christmas because he was born on 25 December, life isn't easy. With only a doll made out of a turnip to keep him…

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        From:
        15 Dec 2025to31 Dec 2025
      18. Halloween Crafts

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        Childrens Events

        Haywards Heath

        Get creative by making Halloween and Bonfire Night crafts to take home. From spooky decorations to bonfire-themed creations, you'll have a blast during this drop-in session.

        Cost: £2.00 per child (including Members) to cover the cost of materials,…

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        1 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
      19. Christmas at Drusillas

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        Childrens Events

        Berwick

        Watch little eyes twinkle with wonder as they experience the glistening magic of Christmas at Drusillas! Come and meet Santa snuggled in his cosy cottage, join in with our jolly singing reindeer, stroll through twinkling decorations, and marvel at…

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        22 Nov 2025to23 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
      20. Hastings Fat Tuesday Music Festival

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        Days Out

        Hastings Fat Tuesday Music Festival is an annual five day festival taking place on the South Coast of England. The town wide celebration hosts free and ticketed gigs, parties, parades, and acoustic sessions in various venues across Hastings and St…

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        From:
        13 Feb 2026to17 Feb 2026