What's on in East Sussex and our surrounding areas
We've added a selection of our favourite events which are happening near us!
MARCH / APRIL
Seafront Market
Come and sample the delights of the UK and further afield as Eastbourne seafront is transformed into a bustling Seafront market place. Featuring a range of goods and food from the UK and the Continent. Previous attendees have included stands selling biscuits, olives, cheeses, fresh bread, crepes, paella, jewellery, sweets, pottery, china, saucissons, floral displays, handbags, garden furniture.
28th March - 7th April
Come and sample the delights of the UK and further afield as Eastbourne seafront is transformed into a bustling Seafront market place. Featuring a range of goods and food from the UK and the Continent. Previous attendees have included stands selling biscuits, olives, cheeses, fresh bread, crepes, paella, jewellery, sweets, pottery, china, saucissons, floral displays, handbags, garden furniture.
28th March - 7th April
Easter at Seven Sisters Country Park
Pick up an activity sheet from the Visitor Centre and follow the clues to match the silhouettes to the species. There are many species to track down, and a small chocolate for finishing! Crack on with some Easter related arts & crafts in the Pump Barn, and enter our Easter egg prize draw!
29th March - April 12th
Pick up an activity sheet from the Visitor Centre and follow the clues to match the silhouettes to the species. There are many species to track down, and a small chocolate for finishing! Crack on with some Easter related arts & crafts in the Pump Barn, and enter our Easter egg prize draw!
29th March - April 12th
Sharnfold Farm
We are back and better than ever before! Join us for a day out on the farm this Easter Half Term to check out all that is new. To celebrate our reopening, we're offering 2 for 1 entrance throughout the half term when you pre-book. Sharnfold Farm attraction is designed to let your imagination run wild! Get back out into nature and get creative.
29th March - 14th April
We are back and better than ever before! Join us for a day out on the farm this Easter Half Term to check out all that is new. To celebrate our reopening, we're offering 2 for 1 entrance throughout the half term when you pre-book. Sharnfold Farm attraction is designed to let your imagination run wild! Get back out into nature and get creative.
29th March - 14th April
Creativity On The Downs Exhibition
People have been making and creating things on the Downland for thousands of years. Make your mark at the Beachy Head Story this spring. Uncover the stories woven, fired and carved into objects and artwork and make your own in this new exhibition. Creativity on the Downs will be accompanied by a series of events exploring creativity on the downs including guided photography and archaeology walks, children’s craft workshops and talks.
10th February - 14th April 10am-4pm
People have been making and creating things on the Downland for thousands of years. Make your mark at the Beachy Head Story this spring. Uncover the stories woven, fired and carved into objects and artwork and make your own in this new exhibition. Creativity on the Downs will be accompanied by a series of events exploring creativity on the downs including guided photography and archaeology walks, children’s craft workshops and talks.
10th February - 14th April 10am-4pm
APRIL / MAY
Photography and archaeology walk for families
Join us for a guided photography and archaeology walk. Uncover the stories of the landscape and explore key elements of photography, of perspective, composition & light with Rachel Kiley. This photography walk is for all; whether you are a seasoned photographer, wanting to explore the Downland in a new way, or a complete beginner, hoping to improve your smartphone photography skills. All forms of camera are most welcome!
2nd April 10.30am - 12.30pm
Join us for a guided photography and archaeology walk. Uncover the stories of the landscape and explore key elements of photography, of perspective, composition & light with Rachel Kiley. This photography walk is for all; whether you are a seasoned photographer, wanting to explore the Downland in a new way, or a complete beginner, hoping to improve your smartphone photography skills. All forms of camera are most welcome!
2nd April 10.30am - 12.30pm
Make your own downland inspired pot or plate
Make your own pot or plate and use Downland plants to decorate your creations in this drop in workshop. Tickets £2.50, suitable for ages 5+
3rd April 10.30am - 12.30pm
Make your own pot or plate and use Downland plants to decorate your creations in this drop in workshop. Tickets £2.50, suitable for ages 5+
3rd April 10.30am - 12.30pm
Arlington Bluebell Walk
Since 1972 the Arlington Bluebell Walk and Farm Trail based at Bates Green Farm has developed into seven interesting walks over three working farms. A circular walk of 1100 metres or 2/3 a mile in Beaton's Wood has been made suitable for wheelchair users. This is where you see white anemones followed by the vistas of bluebells, established over centuries. On this walk there are seats for you to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this oak and hornbeam ancient wood. Along the walks there are signs illustrating the flora and fauna of the countryside for your information.
10th April - 14th May
Since 1972 the Arlington Bluebell Walk and Farm Trail based at Bates Green Farm has developed into seven interesting walks over three working farms. A circular walk of 1100 metres or 2/3 a mile in Beaton's Wood has been made suitable for wheelchair users. This is where you see white anemones followed by the vistas of bluebells, established over centuries. On this walk there are seats for you to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this oak and hornbeam ancient wood. Along the walks there are signs illustrating the flora and fauna of the countryside for your information.
10th April - 14th May
Magnificent Motors
Biggest free motoring spectacular on the South Coast with over 600 vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, buses, steam traction engines, commercial and military vehicles, ranging across a century of motoring. Also features a French Market, live music and fun fair. The show returns to the original seafront venue once again. Eastbourne’s Western Lawns welcomes back over 600 vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, buses and more at the brilliant two day festival.
4th - 5th May
Biggest free motoring spectacular on the South Coast with over 600 vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, buses, steam traction engines, commercial and military vehicles, ranging across a century of motoring. Also features a French Market, live music and fun fair. The show returns to the original seafront venue once again. Eastbourne’s Western Lawns welcomes back over 600 vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, buses and more at the brilliant two day festival.
4th - 5th May
Beer and cider by the sea
Eastbourne’s seafront Western Lawns plays host to the south coast’s food and drink festival in May 2024, as ‘Beer and Cider by the Sea’ kicks off a three day extravaganza to tantalise the taste buds. From Friday 24 to Sunday 26 May, real ale and cider lovers can sample around 100 real ales, ciders and perries along with some great entertainment from live bands on the festival stage throughout the weekend.
17th - 19th May
Eastbourne’s seafront Western Lawns plays host to the south coast’s food and drink festival in May 2024, as ‘Beer and Cider by the Sea’ kicks off a three day extravaganza to tantalise the taste buds. From Friday 24 to Sunday 26 May, real ale and cider lovers can sample around 100 real ales, ciders and perries along with some great entertainment from live bands on the festival stage throughout the weekend.
17th - 19th May