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Worthing and the Glasshouse Industry

Sussex Family History Group, Worthing

Malcolm Linfield presents a talk on Worthing and the Glasshouse Industry.

Early evidence of market gardening in Worthing can be seen on Phillip’s map of 1814, and it was in these gardens that the first greenhouses appeared in the 1830s. From these modest beginnings, a major pioneering industry developed, which employed hundreds of people, and greenhouses appeared all over the town.

The Worthing GIasshouse Industry was very important to the local economy for over 70 years, yet most people in Worthing today have no idea it ever existed. My talk outlines the story of this fascinating industry, how and why it all started, the challenges faced by the growers over the years and how and why it declined. Many people have ancestors who worked in the industry so this should be a subject of interest to both family and local historians.

26 Jun 2025

19:00 - 21:00

Ferring Conservation Group

Ferring Conservation Group, Worthing

Matt Phelps (Lead Ecologist at the Knepp Estate) will be giving a presentation entitled "Species Recovery and Reintroductions in Sussex" where he will updating on the current situation locally with Beavers, Pine Martens, and White-tailed Eagles amongst others. Admission: £2 members, £3 visitors

27 Jun 2025

19:30 - 21:30

Angmering Chorale Concert with the Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra

The Secretary, Worthing

Mozart ‘Requiem’ with Haydn ‘Te Deum’ and Handel ‘Zadok the Priest’. Tickets £15. Concessions for students and young people. From Worthing Theatres and Museums Box Office and website

29 Jun 2025

15:00 - 17:00

Ferring Probus Coffee Morning

David Gibbs, Ferring

The social club for retired or semi-retired men and women will be listening to a talk by Judith Jenkins from the Momentum Children's Charity, an organisation that helps families of seriously ill children to keep moving forward and receive the support they need.

01 Jul 2025

10:00 - 11:45

Worthing Antiques, Arts & Collectors' Club Monthly Talk

Worthing Antiques, Arts & Collectors' Club, Worthing

This July, we welcome back Sara Choudhrey to talk about the influence of Islamic Art on the Arts & Crafts Movement.
All are welcome to attend, £7.50pp at the door.
Established in 1968, we are a small, friendly club that meets on the first Tuesday of the month. We have many talks planned for this year; please visit our website for the club's history and upcoming talks. Or call Andy on 07984 403890 for more information.

01 Jul 2025

19:30 - 21:00

Micro Scalextric Racing

Worthing HO Racing, Goring-by-Sea

Scalextric racers of all ages are welcome to join in some slot car racing fun at Worthing HO Racing's monthly meeting. Race fees are £3 for adults and £2 for under-16s. All equipment is provided. Email [email protected] or follow Worthing HO Racing on Facebook and Instagram.

02 Jul 2025

18:30 - 21:30

Friendship Singers' Summer Concert

Margaret White, Rustington

Come along and enjoy a musical afternoon of familiar songs, from "Joseph", "Les Misérables", "Titanic" and many more. There will be a sing-along for you to enjoy, too!
No charge for admission, but donations will be gratefully received towards the Church's kitchen refurbishment.

02 Jul 2025

14:30 - 16:15

Coffee and Games Morning

Rustington Methodist Church, Rustington

Don't sit at home, come and enjoy a hot or cold drink and biscuit (sometimes cake). No need to book, all are welcome to this weekly event. Come alone or bring a friend, you'll always get a warm welcome.

03 Jul 2025

10:30 - 12:30

Ferring Gardening Club Monthly Meeting

Ferring Gardening Club, Ferring

Meeting open to everyone interested in gardening.

05 Jul 2025

14:30 - 16:00

Summer Flower Show

Ferring Gardening Club, Ferring

Displays of individual blooms, Flower Arrangements, Homecraft and Refreshments

05 Jul 2025

14:30 - 16:00

Summer Concert

Juliet Robinson, Littlehampton

A concert featuring the Rustington Community Choir, the Sussex West County Guide choir and Leaders Allowed.
Admission is FREE, but ticket entry is required — contact Juliet ([email protected]). A collection will be taken at the end, with all monies going to the Littlehampton Turning Tides charity.

05 Jul 2025

19:00 - 21:00

Pewter Cuttlefish Casting Workshop - Make a Spoon

Fleur Grenier, Angmering

What You’ll Do:

🔹 Practice carving and casting by making a small test piece.
🔹 Choose a pewter bowl shape and design your spoon handle around it.
🔹 Carve your design into cuttlefish bone to create your mould.
🔹 Cast molten pewter into your mould to form the handle.
🔹 File, clean, and solder the handle to the spoon bowl.
🔹 Polish your finished spoon, ready to take home and use.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a beautifully handcrafted pewter spoon to cherish!
£155 all materials included.
www.fleurgrenier.co.uk

05 Jul 2025

10:00 - 16:30