West Sussex
Properties and events in West Sussex
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Adur Connected
Adur abounds with the heritage of transport. With Shoreham's harbour, airport, river and sea, Adur has been at the forefront of exploration. Find this new exhibition across Shoreham-by-Sea, Southwick and Lancing.
Art Collections Tour/Talk - University of Chichester
If you enjoy modern contemporary British art, then this tour is for you. You will enjoy seeing works by both painters, ceramicists and sculptors.
Arundel Museum
Arundel Museum is open for FREE this Heritage Open Day on Saturday 14 September This year marks 60 years since the Museum first opened underneath the Town Hall. Now, in the purpose-built Museum, enjoy seeing displays charting the history of Arundel.
Burton Mill
Burton Mill is a working watermill producing stoneground flour and hydro-electricity. Visitors will see water-powered flour milling and dressing and other heritage machinery. There is a small exhibition of interesting historical artefacts and photos.
Camelsdale Primary School
Camelsdale Primary School 2024 Open Afternoon- September 15th. Why not come and visit the first school opened by West Sussex County Council back in 1904 here near Haslemere, Surrey! All welcome!
Coultershaw Heritage Site
See our historic water wheel driven pump along with other working and hands-on exhibits in a beautiful riverside setting. Special activities will challenge our young inventors.
Dinosaurs: Hungry Hatchlings
Dinosaurs: Hungry Hatchlings Exhibition at The Novium Museum.
Display and opening of the WWII Pillbox on Patterson's Walk in Ferring
*Event Cancelled* Access to the best preserved example of a Coastal WWII Pillbox in West Sussex.
Echoes of the Woods National Trust Standen House and Garden
Embark on an immersive woodland ramble with our ranger - a rare opportunity to uncover the rich historical narrative woven into these woods. This unique ranger led tour explores ancient practices and their modern relevance.
Fernhurst Furnace Open Weekend
See the recently conserved Wealden Blast Furnace site. Admire the Sealed Knot skirmish. Many demonstrations, displays and refreshments. Country location in beautiful woodland. Guided tours.
Graylingwell Nurses Reunion
In person reunion for all nurses who worked at Graylingwell hospital.
Ifield Watermill
Ifield Watermill is only open to the public for a select number of days across summer. As Crawley’s only remaining mill we offer a unique experience of viewing the watermill alongside milling machinery and the history of the building and local area.
Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
Explore over 200 years of history with free entry on 6 September 2024. Discover winding paths, towering trees, tranquil lakes, enchanting wildlife – including our rare wallabies, captivating sculpture, a new Play Park and a world of fun for all ages.
Marlipins Museum
The Grade II listed Norman building in the high street of the coastal town of Shoreham-by-Sea is famous for its striking flint and limestone chequerboard façade.
Nymans
Discover Nymans Garden and House with free entry on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th September.
Old Shoreham Heritage - art and history workshops
These practical workshops are part of the Old Shoreham Heritage Festival (https://folds.info/programme ) and provide creative opportunities to contribute to the local record of human and natural history.
Old Shoreham Heritage - Art in the Park
A creative workshop to illustrate the story of ‘Esther Waters’, the 1899 novel by writer George Moore, whose settings for the story in Old Shoreham include the Red Lion Inn, the river Adur and Buckingham Park - which is the venue for this workshop.
Old Shoreham Heritage - Routes, networks and connections in song
An evening of songs about routes, networks and connections, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Old Shoreham Conservation Area at the heart of this ancient crossroads of Sussex-by-the-sea..
Old Shoreham Heritage - the FOldS Talks
Three lively engaging discussions about protecting and improving the historic and natural heritage of this part of West Sussex. Part of the Old Shoreham Heritage Festival organised by FOldS, the Friends of Old Shoreham for 2024
Old Shoreham Heritage Festival
The Festival offers nine days of walks, talks, art and music celebrating the 50th anniversary of Old Shoreham Conservation Area, where the story of Shoreham-by-Sea began: a coastal settlement and ancient crossroads connecting the Weald to the world.