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A Sussex Farm during the 1950s

Arundel Museum Manager, Arundel

Ian Everest’s interest in the history of Sussex farming dates back to his childhood, spent on a 1,000-acre downland farm where his father worked.

In his teenage years, Ian worked on farms in the River Ouse Valley before attending Plumpton Agricultural College. After further practical farm activity, he worked at a farm animal disease research centre before entering farming-related commercial activity.

His talk looks at life on Manor Farm, Bishopstone, during the 1950s and is based on a cine film made by farmer John Willett. After attending the Royal Agricultural College at Cirencester, John was keen to start modernising the farm by adopting new techniques and acquiring modern machinery. His father was reluctant to change with the times, and the film gives an interesting insight into the demise of the old ways of farming and the gradual change to modern labour-saving machinery. Twenty men were employed on the farm throughout the year, and up to thirty at harvest time. It was a tough life with little financial reward for the workers, but the men were highly skilled in many aspects of their work. Skills not learnt at school or college but passed down to them by their forbears.

Members £8 / non-members £10. Why not join as a member and enjoy discounted events and support the ongoing work of Arundel Museum? To book, call into the Museum, or email [email protected] and we can give you the details to pay.

Ticket price includes refreshments before the talk, from 2pm. The talk will then start at 2.30pm.

Please note, there are no refunds for events if you are unable to attend.

22 Jan 2026

14:00 - 15:30

Day at the Races

Parish of St Marys and St James, Littlehampton

Come and join in the fun with our novelty indoor horse racing events. The turn of the cards will decide which horse makes it to the finish line first and at 20p a bet, will you be a lucky winner?

There will also be a raffle and tea and cakes provided. Free entry

24 Jan 2026

14:00 - 16:00

Lancing College Wedding Preview

Lancing College, Lancing

Join us for a Wedding Preview by Lancing College on Sunday 25 January.

Lancing College has been quietly hosting weddings for decades and now it’s time to celebrate that story and showcase the endless possibilities the stunning buildings and grounds have to offer.

This relaxed open day offers a chance to explore the awe inspiring Lancing College Chapel, view venue spaces and chat with the friendly team. There’s no formal schedule, just a warm welcome, a glass in hand, and the freedom to wander, dream, and be inspired.

For more information please visit: https://www.lancingweddings.com/wedding-preview-event

25 Jan 2026

11:00 - 13:00

Ferring Conservation Group

Ferring Conservation Group, Worthing

An extra meeting sees group member, local resident and well-known lepidopterist Dr Tim Freed giving a presentation, "The Story of a Ferring Wildlife Garden". Tim has maintained his garden for years as a wildlife sanctuary and this is his story using his own photographs.
Members £2, guests £3.

30 Jan 2026

14:30 - 16:30

KEPT (Keep East Preston Tidy) social meet up

Sue Hickey (KEPT), East Preston

Monthly meet up.
Come and talk rubbish !
Social meeting followed by litter picking.
New members always welcome.

01 Feb 2026

10:30 - 11:30

SASPI - Sunday Afternoon Social Pop In

Glebelands Centre, Worthing

Sunday Afternoon Social Pop In - Games, tea, coffee. All ages welcome

01 Feb 2026

14:00 - 16:30

Angmering Horticultural Club

Angmering Horticultural Club, Littlehampton

Ryan Greaves will join our first meeting of 2026 to talk about the Bats of Sussex. A raffle and refreshments will follow.
New members/visitors welcome. Visitors £5.
www.angmeringhorticulture.co.uk

02 Feb 2026

19:30 - 21:00

Live Music Afternoon at the Tudor Tavern

Tanya, Littlehampton

🎶 Live Music Afternoon at the Tudor Tavern 🎶
Spend your afternoon with us and enjoy Mel the Pocket Rocket performing live from 2pm.
✨ Great music
🍽️ Food available
🥤 Hot & cold beverages served
Come along, relax, and make an afternoon of it!

03 Feb 2026

14:00 - 16:30

Worthing Antique Arts & Collectors' Club.

Worthing Antique Club, Worthing

Established in 1968, we are a small, friendly club that meets on the first Tuesday of the month.
Each month we invite a guest speaker; the talks are approximately one hour long with Q&A to end.
Our speaker for February is Andy Pescott, local jeweller and silversmith, and his talk will be "Tales from the Workbench, 55 years and counting".
All are welcome to attend, non-members £7.50pp, or why not join us for just £35pa for 11 meetings.
For more information about the club and talks for 2026, please visit www.worthingantiqueclub.org.uk
Or call Andy on 07984 403890.

In April, John Benjamin from BBC's Antiques Roadshow will return for a talk on Faberge.

03 Feb 2026

19:30 - 21:00

Ferring Probus Coffee Morning

David Gibbs, Worthing

Laura Sothcott, Community Fundraiser at St. Barnabas Hospice will be giving an update on St. Barnabas following the merger into the Southern Hospice Group.
Guests will receive a warm welcome.

03 Feb 2026

10:00 - 11:45

Ferring St Andrew's Women's Fellowship meeting "All Being Not Quite What It Seems!" a talk by David Gibbs

Ferring St Andrew's Women's Fellowship, Worthing

A light-hearted talk by David Gibbs entitled "All Being Not What It Seems!". An afternoon not to be missed! Membership and non-members all very welcome. (Visitors £3). Tea, cake and chat following the talk.

04 Feb 2026

14:15 - 16:00

Ferring Gardening Club Monthly Meeting

Ferring Gardening Club, Worthing

FGC Annual General Meeting.
Reviewing 2025 and discussing the year ahead

05 Feb 2026

19:00 - 21:30