The next events
Hugh Bonneville talks about his new book: Rory Sparkes and the Elephant in the Room Hugh Bonneville, beloved by many as Mr Brown in the Paddington films, introduces his first children’s book, Rory Sparkes and the Elephant in the Room. A warm, funny adventure, it follows Rory as he runs away with the circus and […]
May 16, 2026
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May 16, 2026
11:00 am
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12:00 pm
Charleston Festival Tent,
Charleston Farmhouse,
near Firle,
East Sussex,
BN8 6LL
Uncover the spooky mysteries of Fear Files: Hide and Seek with Christopher Edge in an exciting and interactive event based on his new middle-grade horror series. Christopher will challenge the audience with some spine-tingling puzzles and mini-quests to unlock the secrets of the Darkive, an online database of the strange and unexplained. Can the audience help Christopher stay […]
May 17, 2026
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May 17, 2026
4:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Brighton Dome Studio Thetare,
New Road,
Brighton,
East Sussex,
BN11UD
Join Kate Pankhurst for a wildly wonderful anniversary celebration of the amazing women who changed the world we live in. Kate is the author of the genre-defying, million-copy bestselling Fantastically Great Women series, which celebrates its tenth anniversary this year. The Fantastically Great Women series has inspired a generation of readers to dream big, stand proud and speak out. Girls […]
May 17, 2026
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May 17, 2026
2:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Brighton Dome Studio Thetare,
New Road,
Brighton,
East Sussex,
BN11UD
Discover that we are so much more than where we are from with award-winning Rashmi Sirdeshpande, as she presents her latest picture book, This is Who I Am. This beautiful, poetic celebration of children with shared heritage, illustrated by Ruchi Mhasane, was one of the Guardian’s Best Children’s Books of 2025. Join Rashmi as she discusses […]
May 17, 2026
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May 17, 2026
11:00 am
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1:00 pm
Brighton Dome Studio Thetare,
New Road,
Brighton,
East Sussex,
BN11UD
Join much-loved author Francesca Simon as she brings the irrepressible Horrid Henry to life. From dreadful teachers to disastrous lessons, Francesca will share some of Henry’s funniest adventures from her new book ‘Horrid Henry: Rules the School’, and talk about how one very naughty boy became a global phenomenon. Expect plenty of laughs, mischievous storytelling […]
May 17, 2026
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May 17, 2026
11:00 am
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12:00 pm
Charleston Festival Tent,
Charleston Farmhouse,
near Firle,
East Sussex,
BN8 6LL
Elderflower Fields is the perfect first festival for families, nestled in the breathtaking Sussex countryside. Designed with care and creativity, it’s a magical escape where children can explore nature and embrace adventure, while parents relax and unwind in the laid-back friendly atmosphere. With an exciting mix of activities, performances, and delicious local food, this family-friendly […]
May 22, 2026
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May 25, 2026
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