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Sussex: News - November 2024
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Magical festive moments
18th November 2024
There’s a stockingful of delights for you and all your loved ones at Chichester Festival Theatre this Christmas! Celebrate the season of goodwill with music, merriment, joy and enchantment. CFT’s enchanting Santa's Grotto is back, be the first to see the funny and heartwarming Hey! Christmas...
Empower Your Child's Learning in Maths, English, and Science
14th November 2024
In Lancing Prep Worthing's hour-long small group tutoring sessions, open to Year 5 and 6 pupils that attend other schools, their tutor will help to build your child’s confidence and curriculum knowledge in maths, English, and science. Whether your child is looking for extra support in the lead...
The Snowman™ at Sheffield Park and Garden this Christmas
14th November 2024
30th November 2024 - 12th January 2025 (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). The Snowman™ is coming to Sheffield Park and Garden for the first time this Christmas. Families are invited on a festive walk, reliving the magic of Raymond Briggs’ heart-warming picture book. Look out...
Ho-ho-host a Reindeer Run and support St Catherine's Hospice
14th November 2024
A fun and easy fundraising activity to get your children’s school or nursery involved in this Christmas, whilst supporting your local hospice. Once signed up, helpful materials will be shared such as their Reindeer Run fundraising guide, colour-in poster to promote the event...
Nature Days Out this December at Arundel Wetland Centre
14th November 2024
Winter is an amazing time for families to visit Arundel Wetland Centre, with wonderful wildlife and exciting events to explore! Pull on your boots and discover this great way to stay connected with nature this winter. It’s all aboard an elf-powered boat for families to visit Father Christmas...
Top 10 reasons families love Glow Wild at Christmas!
14th November 2024
Explore Wakehurst’s-winning woodland light trail in Sussex, offering unforgettable experiences for the whole family. * Families, groups & member discounts Save on your holiday plans with special offers for families. * Book now, swap dates later! * Under 4s go free! Experience the magic...
Horrible Histories Live on Stage at WTM
14th November 2024
Experience history like never before as Horrible Histories brings two thrilling shows to the stage at WTM! Dive into the lives of the Terrible Tudors and the Awful Egyptians with captivating performances, eye-popping 3D effects, and plenty of laughs for the whole family. Get ready to meet historical...
Santa in the Sky at Brighton i360
14th November 2024
Rumour has it that Santa is back in town... and he’s 450ft in the sky at Brighton i360! Take a trip to Santa’s Grotto and take your December plans to new heights. Santa and his elves will be spreading Christmas cheer and getting you into the festive spirit. Create lasting memories and take...
Inspiring Education at St Christopher's
14th November 2024
At St Christopher’s Prep in Hove, part of the prestigious Brighton College family, the school believes a child’s educational journey should be inspiring, nurturing, and full of discovery. As a private independent prep school, it offers a supportive environment where children are encouraged...
Paradise Park is a delightful destination that offers something for everyone
14th November 2024
A hidden gem located in Newhaven, East Sussex. Paradise Park Gardens: These charming gardens are a true treasure, featuring several small lakes, waterfalls, and fountains. The blend of formal and informal styles caters to every taste. As you wander through the gardens, you will encounter numerous...
Festive Christmas Fun at Amberley Museum
14th November 2024
Christmas at Amberley Museum is a festive experience filled with fun activities and unique holiday activities for the whole family. Every weekend leading up to Christmas, visitors can immerse themselves in the holiday spirit with a range of exciting events. Families can enjoy the Christmas family trail,...
Explosive Casting Completes the White Rock Panto!
14th November 2024
Casting is now complete for The Magical Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan at Hastings White Rock this Christmas, with BBC Gladiators star, Dynamite, confirmed for the role of Wendy. Dynamite, real name Emily Steel, will star alongside TV’s Alexandra Mardell (Tinks), Tim McArthur (Hook), Ben...
Festive fun for the whole family at The Bluebell Railway
13th November 2024
Experience the magic of Christmas at The Bluebell Railway! The enchanting Santa SteamLights trains are back, lighting up the holiday season with unforgettable rides from 15th November through to 30th December. This one-of-a-kind journey combines the beauty of this heritage railway with the glow of thousands...
Brighton College Prep School
13th November 2024
Named ‘United Kingdom School of the Decade’ by The Sunday Times in recent years, Brighton College Prep School is an award-winning co-educational school for children aged 3 to 13. The ethos of creating kind, curious and confident pupils is at the heart of their education. The school focuses...
Brighton Dome’s Winter Wonders
13th November 2024
There’s plenty for families to enjoy at Brighton Dome this winter, from festive theatre and circus to carol concerts and Christmas crafting. Celebrate the start of the Christmas holidays with spectacular theatre show Starchitects Save Santa!, which blasts off into the galaxy from 20-24th December....
Spark-Tacular Christmas Fun!
13th November 2024
It's Christmas time and Professor Frankenstein feels lonely. She has no friends and the local villagers won’t even speak to her. The Prof thinks a baby might change things, so one snowy winter's night with a flash of lightning and the help of her robot Igor, she creates... Franky! Go...
Circus Aerial Classes for Kids
13th November 2024
Studio4 All Dance, located right next to Hove Station, offers exciting weekday after-school classes for kids aged 6–12, featuring aerial hoop and silks training. Sessions include high-energy, circus-based warm-up fun games, and a variety of ground-based circus skills, such as poi, hula hoops, juggling...
Explosive Casting Completes the White Rock Panto!
13th November 2024
Casting is now complete for The Magical Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan at Hastings White Rock this Christmas, with BBC Gladiators star, Dynamite, confirmed for the role of Wendy. Dynamite, real name Emily Steel, will star alongside TV’s Alexandra Mardell (Tinks), Tim McArthur (Hook), Ben...
Festive Christmas Fun at Amberley Museum
13th November 2024
Christmas at Amberley Museum is a festive experience filled with fun activities and unique holiday activities for the whole family. Every weekend leading up to Christmas, visitors can immerse themselves in the holiday spirit with a range of exciting events. Families can enjoy the Christmas family trail,...
Experience a Magical Christmas Time in Surrey at 'Fabulously Festive'
13th November 2024
This Christmas, discover a festive wonderland at 'Fabulously Festive', the ultimate destination for holiday cheer. From 16th November 2024 to 5th January 2025, Hurtwood Park Polo Country Club will transform into a magical Christmas Village, nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills. 'Fabulously...
Flip Out Chichester
13th November 2024
As one of the largest Adventure Parks in Sussex, keep boredom at bay with impressive wall to wall trampolines and many attractions at Flip Out Chichester. Race on their huge indoor inflatable assault courses, take on the Wipeout machine, shoot hoops on slam ball, speed down their drop slide, play...
Lancing Prep Worthing launches new Scholarship Programme
7th November 2024
Lancing Prep Worthing believes that every child can and should, ‘Love Learning, Be Kind and Go out into the World and Do Good’. Using these aims as a framework for life leads to future success and happiness. The school offers Scholarships to passionate and gifted pupils for entry into...