Arundel Museum Exhibition: Women’s Land Army
Arundel Museum Manager, Arundel
War affected every section of society, not just the military. More food needed to be produced and, as men were recruited into the armed services, there were fewer hands to do the work. At the same time, farmers were being pressed to convert more land to arable from pasture. Women had always been involved in agriculture, horticulture and forestry, but now their contribution was critical…
This exhibition will explore the practicalities of how the Land Army was organised, the key figures involved and some of the challenges that were encountered along the way. Despite the misgivings, and sometimes the hostility, of politicians, civil servants, landowners, farmers, trade unions and foresters, who doubted that women would be able to undertake the range of farm work, and very often failed to give WLA leaders and volunteers the credit and recognition they, the women of ‘the Cinderella service’, deserved.
With thanks to Dr John Godfrey for his writing and research for this exhibition.
Entry to the exhibition is included in your Museum entry ticket.
Please Note : Exhibition is not open on Wednesday mornings
This exhibition will explore the practicalities of how the Land Army was organised, the key figures involved and some of the challenges that were encountered along the way. Despite the misgivings, and sometimes the hostility, of politicians, civil servants, landowners, farmers, trade unions and foresters, who doubted that women would be able to undertake the range of farm work, and very often failed to give WLA leaders and volunteers the credit and recognition they, the women of ‘the Cinderella service’, deserved.
With thanks to Dr John Godfrey for his writing and research for this exhibition.
Entry to the exhibition is included in your Museum entry ticket.
Please Note : Exhibition is not open on Wednesday mornings
04 Sep 2026
10:00 - 16:00
Vintage collectables antiques & retro
Arun fairs, Littlehampton
Our fabulous temporary home whilst the Woodland Centre undergoes a refurbishment. We will be here from 4th October until 4th April 2027 EXCEPT for December as they have a prior booking. The large hall will comfortably house all our regular sellers plus a number of new faces. Included in house is a large kitchen and cafe seating area, brand new ladies/gents/disabled toilets and adequate free parking. Please contact [email protected] for more detailed information and stall availability.
04 Oct 2026
10:00 - 15:30
Yoga Classes
Rachel Young, Worthing
Yoga for Beginners classes in Goring-by-Sea. Mondays 6.15 pm and Tuesdays 6.00 pm. Try 2 classes for £10. Booking online: withrachelyoung.com
20 Oct 2026
18:00 - 19:00
Free Music & Memory Café, Angmering
Joseph Wisener, Littlehampton
Free dementia friendly Music & Memory Café come along on the 5th of November or the 19th of November, or both, and enjoy good company, refreshments, music and memory activities. We'd love to welcome you...
05 Nov 2026
10:00 - 12:00
Sustainable Christmas Pop-up
Pip Young, Arundel
Sustainable, Fair Trade, Ethical and Vintage gifts for sale: homewares, soaps and face creams, decorations, bags, chocolate.
14 Nov 2026
10:00 - 17:00
Meet the Worthing Gin & Rum team for a taster
Worthing Gin & Rum, Worthing
🍸 MEET THE WORTHING GIN & RUM TEAM 🍹
Come along for a relaxed and enjoyable evening with the Worthing Gin & Rum team!
✨ Pop in and enjoy a FREE taster from their range of delicious gins and rums, while discovering the fascinating history behind this local company.
🎄 Perfect for Christmas!
Looking for unique Christmas gifts or ideas? Bottles and gift sets will be available to purchase on the evening.
Looking for unique Christmas gifts or ideas? Bottles and gift sets will be available to purchase on the evening.
📍 Ferring Village Hall
📅 Monday 16th November
🕡 6.30pm – 8.30pm
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION
📅 Monday 16th November
🕡 6.30pm – 8.30pm
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION
Come along, have a taste, learn something new and perhaps find the perfect Christmas gift! 🎁
Everyone welcome!
16 Nov 2026
18:30 - 20:30
The Arts Society Arun Monthly Talk: Bottoms Up - The Art of Intoxification
The Arts Society Arun, Worthing
Our last talk before Christmas is appropriately about ' The Art of Intoxification' by Ian Swankie, one of our regular speakers and always very entertaining!
Since the early Romans and Greeks, alcohol has been an important subject for artists. We examine the way drink and drinking are depicted, the social messages portrayed, the happy and unhappy consequences, and how alcohol affected the lives of many artists and friends.
Doors open 9.30am. Everyone welcome. Guests £7 on the door. Coffee & biscuits available and followed by FESTIVE DRINKS & MINCE PIES
Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month.
For more information, please email [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE FOR THIS MEETING
Since the early Romans and Greeks, alcohol has been an important subject for artists. We examine the way drink and drinking are depicted, the social messages portrayed, the happy and unhappy consequences, and how alcohol affected the lives of many artists and friends.
Doors open 9.30am. Everyone welcome. Guests £7 on the door. Coffee & biscuits available and followed by FESTIVE DRINKS & MINCE PIES
Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month.
For more information, please email [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE FOR THIS MEETING
17 Nov 2026
09:30 - 12:00
Rustington WI: A comedy talk by Colin Turner - '1960s: People, Events, Music'
PAM LOVEGROVE, Rustington
RUSTINGTON WI meets on the third Tuesday afternoon of each month (apart from August). We are a friendly group of just under 70 ladies. Three free visits before having to join! Please note a change of venue October to December due to renovation work.
17 Nov 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Book Club (Commercial Fiction)
Arcade Bookshop, Littlehampton
A Monthly Book Club focussing on commercial fiction (the popular stuff!).
Limited numbers so please contact us to reserve a space.
Limited numbers so please contact us to reserve a space.
17 Nov 2026
13:30 - 14:45
Christmas Wine Fair
Beyond the Cork, Arundel
Drop in anytime between 5.30pm–8.00pm for a relaxed walk-around Christmas Wine Fair and taste 15+ specially selected wines at your own pace. From festive fizz and party wines to Christmas lunch favourites, warming reds and a few special bottles, there’ll be plenty to discover. Simply grab a glass, explore the tasting stations, chat to Simon and find the wines you’d like for Christmas. Order your favourites on the night and receive free local delivery after the event.
Book your tickets at www.beyondthecork.co.uk
Tickets
£20 in advance
£25 on the door, subject to availability.
Includes £10 towards your wine order when you buy 6 or more bottles on the evening.
18 Nov 2026
17:30 - 20:00
Christmas Wine Fair at Arundel Museum
Arundel Museum Manager, Arundel
Christmas Wine Fair at Arundel Museum : With Simon Benstead, Beyond the Cork
5.30pm – 8.00pm
Taste. Discover. Choose your Christmas Wines - a relaxed evening of tasting, discovering and choosing the wines you actually want to drink this Christmas.
This is a walk-around wine fair, rather than one of our usual sit-down tastings, giving you the chance to explore 15+ carefully selected wines at your own pace.
Simon will be on hand throughout the evening to answer questions, offer food-pairing advice and help you find wines to suit your tastes, Christmas plans and budget. We’ll also have a selection of our gift packaging on display, which can simply be added to your order on the evening for an additional cost, and we’ll prepare everything for you before free local delivery.
Drop in anytime between 5.30pm and 8.00pm. Advance booking recommended as places are limited.
Tickets £20 in advance, £25 on the door, subject to availability including £10 towards your wine order when you order 6 or more bottles on the evening.
5.30pm – 8.00pm
Taste. Discover. Choose your Christmas Wines - a relaxed evening of tasting, discovering and choosing the wines you actually want to drink this Christmas.
This is a walk-around wine fair, rather than one of our usual sit-down tastings, giving you the chance to explore 15+ carefully selected wines at your own pace.
Simon will be on hand throughout the evening to answer questions, offer food-pairing advice and help you find wines to suit your tastes, Christmas plans and budget. We’ll also have a selection of our gift packaging on display, which can simply be added to your order on the evening for an additional cost, and we’ll prepare everything for you before free local delivery.
Drop in anytime between 5.30pm and 8.00pm. Advance booking recommended as places are limited.
Tickets £20 in advance, £25 on the door, subject to availability including £10 towards your wine order when you order 6 or more bottles on the evening.
18 Nov 2026
17:30 - 20:00
Tropic Gifting Event
Loft Gallery, at The Orange Tree, Worthing
A Festive Gifting Evening at the Loft Gallery at The Orange Tree in Ferring.
🎟️ Tickets are just £10, and include a glass of fizz 🍾 and a gorgeous Tropic festive gift set worth £18 🎁
There’ll be lots to enjoy, including:
✨ Skin care & hand care demonstrations
🎄 Our Tropic Festive Gift Collection
🎁 A gorgeous selection of handmade gifts from local artisans & crafters
🍾 A glass of Fizz
⭐️ A fabulous raffle in aid of the charity Phab - who create activity’s bring disabled & no disabled children together though play and adventure.
It’s a lovely opportunity to get some Christmas shopping done, discover some beautiful local products and enjoy a festive catch-up with friends.
📍 Loft Gallery at The Orange Tree, Ferring
We’d love to see you there! 🥰🎄🍾
🎟️ Tickets are just £10, and include a glass of fizz 🍾 and a gorgeous Tropic festive gift set worth £18 🎁
There’ll be lots to enjoy, including:
✨ Skin care & hand care demonstrations
🎄 Our Tropic Festive Gift Collection
🎁 A gorgeous selection of handmade gifts from local artisans & crafters
🍾 A glass of Fizz
⭐️ A fabulous raffle in aid of the charity Phab - who create activity’s bring disabled & no disabled children together though play and adventure.
It’s a lovely opportunity to get some Christmas shopping done, discover some beautiful local products and enjoy a festive catch-up with friends.
📍 Loft Gallery at The Orange Tree, Ferring
We’d love to see you there! 🥰🎄🍾
18 Nov 2026
19:00 - 21:00