Events

Join us for one of West Sussex’s most spectacular fireworks displays at the beautiful Leonardslee Wine Estate. Set across 240 acres of historic gardens and rolling countryside, this magical evening is perfect for families, couples, and friends looking for an unforgettable night out.   This special Fireworks Weekend is proudly supported by Pembroke Financial Planning, […]

November 5, 2026

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November 6, 2026
5:00 pm

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9:00 pm
Leonardslee Wine Estate
Leonardslee Wine Estate,
Hammerpond Road, Mannings Heath,
Horsham,
West Sussex,
RH13 6PG

We’re so excited to bring our Baby & Children’s Market back to Shoreham this November. Join us for a lovely morning of shopping, discovering and giving pre-loved items a new home, connecting with local families & grabbing many, many bargains (pick up some Christmas pressies too!). Expect a mix of pre-loved – with plenty of […]

November 7, 2026

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November 7, 2026
9:30 am

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12:00 pm
The Shoreham Centre,
Pond Road,
Shoreham-by-Sea,
West Sussex,
BN43 5WU

South Downs Dark Skies Adventure Walks Experience the South Downs after dark with Pied A Terre Adventures. These guided evening walks take you into some of the National Park’s most peaceful and unspoilt landscapes, where the night reveals a different side of the Downs. Led by a qualified local guide, you’ll discover the area’s natural […]

November 13, 2026

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November 13, 2026
7:00 pm

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9:00 pm
Pied A Terre Adventures,
5a Glynde Place,
Horsham,
West Sussex,
RH12 1NZ

Experience an exciting day of racing at Fontwell Park Racecourse, featuring the prestigious Southern National – one of the highlights of the autumn jump racing season. Visitors can also enjoy countryside-themed entertainment, tractor displays, outdoor games, jockey activations and family fun. The Aldingbourne Trust will also be joining the celebrations with activities for racegoers to […]

November 15, 2026

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November 15, 2026
9:50 am

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6:00 pm
Fontwell Park Racecourse,
Arundel Road,
Fontwell,
West Sussex,
BN18 0SY

Find Your Way After Dark: Night Navigation Course. Join Pied A Terre Adventures for a practical and enjoyable introduction to navigating after dark. Perfect for beginners or those looking to build confidence, this hands-on course teaches essential night navigation skills when landmarks are harder to identify. Explore the countryside after sunset, learn to use maps […]

November 20, 2026

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November 20, 2026
6:30 pm

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9:30 pm
Pied A Terre Adventures,
5a Glynde Place,
Horsham,
West Sussex,
RH12 1NZ

“A Midwinter Light’s Dream – A Garden Awakening” This winter, Leonardslee Lights returns with a dazzling new route and an expanded cast of light, sound and spectacle. Wander through woodland scenes bathed in illumination, music and mystery, where the natural landscape becomes a stage for an unforgettable evening of performance. Each installation is a carefully […]

November 27, 2026

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December 30, 2026
4:15 pm

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8:30 pm
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens,
Brighton Road,
Horsham,
West Sussex,
RH13 6PP
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Join us for pumpkin-picking fun at our family-run pumpkin field Sompting Pumpkins, Halewick Lane, Sompting, BN15 0NE, next to the A27. Open 10am-4pm (last entry 3:30pm) on the 3rd/4th, 10th/11th, 17th/18th and 24th-31st October 2026 Free entry, free parking – no booking required! We’ll be in a different field this year but still at the […]

October 3, 2026

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October 31, 2026
10:00 am

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4:00 pm
Sompting Pumpkins,
Halewick Lane,
Sompting,
West Sussex,
BN15 0NE

Denmans Garden Denmans Lane, Fontwell, BN18 0SU Open for NGS: Mon 27 Apr, Mon 26 Oct (9.30-4). Adm £10, chd £8. Pre-booking essential, please phone 01243 278950, email [email protected] or visit the website for information & booking. Light refreshments. Award-winning Grade II registered tranquil contemporary garden, created by gravel gardening pioneer Joyce Robinson and developed […]

April 27, 2026

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October 26, 2026
10:00 am

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4:00 pm
Denmans Garden,
Denmans Lane,
Fontwell,
West Sussex,
BN18 0SU

Glowing + Alive Exhibition Friday 13 February 2026 – Sunday 15 November 2026 Monday – Saturday (9.00am – 5.00pm), Sunday (12.30 – 2.30pm). Please check the Cathedral website for upcoming closures. FREE In 1966, Chichester Cathedral unveiled one of Britain’s most daring post-war art commissions: a vivid tapestry by the celebrated artist and printmaker John […]

February 13, 2026

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November 15, 2026
9:00 am

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5:00 pm
Chichester Cathedral,
West Street,
Chichester,
West Sussex,
PO19 1PX

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