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
Meet the Worthing Gin & Rum team for a taster
Worthing Gin, Angmering
🍸 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.
📍 Angmering Community Centre
📅 Monday 9th November
🕡 6.30pm – 8.30pm
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION
📅 Monday 9th November
🕡 6.30pm – 8.30pm
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION
Come along, have a taste, learn something new and perhaps find the perfect Christmas gift! 🎁
Everyone welcome!
09 Nov 2026
18:30 - 20:30
"Oh no it isn't”: a History of Pantomime – presented by Pete Allen
East Preston & Kingston Preservation Society, East Preston, Littlehampton
What is it about pantomime that attracts us to this strange concoction of fairy tales, dance, jokes, songs and cross-dressing? And what is it really like to play the back end of a Pantomime cow?
All this, and the answer to whether something really is behind you, will be answered in this talk about what has become one of the great British Christmas traditions. Pete is the Director of the R. C. Sherriff Trust, an arts charity, and works extensively as a professional theatre director and film-maker. Entry is free for EPKPS members. Visitors £3, payable on entry (cash only). All admissions subject to availability of seats on arrival.
10 Nov 2026
14:30 - 16:00
Notre Dame de Paris
Rustington & District Anglo French Circle, Rustington
Notre Dame de Paris was started in 1163, represents the city of Paris, the French nation and is an enormously important symbol to la belle France. Come and learn more about this iconic cathedral. We are a friendly group of Francophiles who meet every second Tuesday of the month. All levels of French are welcome and there will be visuals to help. Chat and social starts at 7.15 with the talk starting at 7.30. Visitors (£5 a visit). Please email anglofrenchrustington@gmailcom for further information.
10 Nov 2026
19:15 - 20:45
Meet the Stagecoach Team
Meet the Stagecoach Team, Angmering
Come and chat with the people who provide your local bus services.
10 Nov 2026
10:00 - 12:00
Policing Sussex – a talk by Mike Scott Rumble
Rustington Heritage Association, Rustington
The first “professional” paid police officers in Sussex appeared in 1836 and by the 1880s the whole of the County was patrolled, though it wasn’t until 1968 that the five separate Forces combined to form Sussex Police. Mike Scott Rumble joined Sussex Police that year as a sixteen-year-old Junior Cadet and stayed for another 32 years. In his talk, he will look at the history of the Forces, including some of the more notable crimes investigated over the years. He’ll also look at the advances in transport, communications and crime detection.
Entry is free for paid-up members of Rustington Heritage Association. Visitors £5 (cash only) payable at the door. All admissions subject to availability of seats on arrival.
Entry is free for paid-up members of Rustington Heritage Association. Visitors £5 (cash only) payable at the door. All admissions subject to availability of seats on arrival.
12 Nov 2026
14:30 - 15:50
Song Sung Blue
Ferring Community Cinema, Worthing
Ferring Community Cinema will be showing its next film, ‘Song Sung Blue’, on 13th November.
Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, Song Sung Blue is a biographical musical drama which tells the story of Mike and Claire, a Milwaukee couple who performed as a Neil Diamond tribute band named Lightning & Thunder. Mike is a Vietnam veteran and a recovering alcoholic, and the couple’s life has its ups and downs, but their story is told with cheerful optimism.
Hugh Jackman is described as ‘crushing it’ as a Neil Diamond impersonator and Kate Hudson as ‘excellent’.
The film will be showing at Ferring Village Hall. Tickets are £6 and available at the North Ferring Co-Op, the Premier Stores in South Ferring, and on the door on the night. Ticket price includes tea, coffee or a soft drink, and biscuits. Doors open at 6.30pm for a prompt 7pm start.
Ferring Community Cinema is a not-for-profit organisation, with profits donated to Ferring Village Hall and other national charities.
13 Nov 2026
19:00 - 21:30
REMEMBRANCE CONCERT by Edwin James Festival Orchestra
Edwin James Festival Choir and Orchestra, Littlehampton
A Time for Remembrance Orchestral concert raising funds for Littlehampton and Bognor Regis Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Clubs.
Doors open at 6:45pm.
Doors open at 6:45pm.
Box office: 01243 584920 / 01243 582330. £10 adults/ £5 children.
Some ticket availability on the door.
Some ticket availability on the door.
14 Nov 2026
19:30 - 21:45
Lancing College Open Event
Lancing College, Lancing
Come and discover Lancing College.
Explore our beautiful campus, meet the people who make our community so special and discover the opportunities that await at Lancing.
Whether you're considering day or boarding, our Open Events are the perfect way to experience life at the College and ask any questions you may have.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Book your place today!
14 Nov 2026
09:15 - 13:30