Rustington HistoryFest Quiz Night
Rustington Heritage Association, Rustington
Take part in a fun quiz, including some questions about the history of Rustington – but not too many! There are plenty of other questions on a range of topics. Make teams of up to 6, or join a table on the night. Entry is £2 per person. Bring your own drinks and snacks. Arrive at 7.00pm for 7.15pm start. The end time shown is approximate. The Parish Church Hall is in The Street, Rustington, next to the parish church. To book your places, email [email protected]
31 Jul 2026
19:00 - 20:30
Ferring Conservation Group
Ferring Conservation Group, Worthing
Local wildlife lecturer, author, photographer and naturalist Ray Hale will be giving an illustrated presentation entitled "A Naturalist and his Notebook along an English Country Lane in Summer", which should be very appropriate at this time of year.
Members: £2, guests £3.
Members: £2, guests £3.
31 Jul 2026
19:30 - 21:30
SUMMER FLOWER SHOW AND FÊTE
EAST PRESTON AND KINGSTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY, Littlehampton
East Preston & Kingston Horticultural Society is delighted to announce its annual Flower Show on Saturday, 1st August, taking place in the Village Hall and on the Warren Recreation Ground. And it’s far more than flowers – or even fruit and veg. Whether you fancy winning a trophy or simply enjoy a creative challenge, you can enter cookery, handicraft, and photography as well. There are dedicated children’s classes, and younger exhibitors are welcome to join the adult categories too.
All exhibits will be on display from 2pm in the Village Hall, while the recreation ground will be buzzing with entertainment. Expect a Fun Dog Show, Lancing Brass Band, Robbie the Magician, sideshows, stalls, tea and cakes, a raffle, and ice cream. Admission is free.
Love gardening, floral art, baking, handicraft or photography? Then why not exhibit? Your entries are the heart of the Show. If you’d like to take part but don’t yet have a schedule, please pick one up from Dizzy (the diabetes charity shop in Sea Road, East Preston) or phone Celia Buckley on 01903 782191 or 01903 778921. Entries close at 4pm on Wednesday, 29th July.
Find out more on our website: www.celiabuckley.wixsite.com/epkhs and our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/EPKHS
01 Aug 2026
14:00 - 17:00
CYCLE EVENT & STUNT SHOW
Angmering Parish Council in association with Fire Ride Local, Littlehampton
Take on our all-ages, all-abilities bike course and see what you can do!
Be amazed by the action-packed MTB Freestyle Show as riders perform incredible tricks and jaw-dropping jumps!
Soak up the atmosphere with live music in the marquee throughout the day.
Treat yourself to delicious food and refreshing drinks from our fantastic on-site vendors.
Enjoy FREE inflatables and loads of other fun activities for the whole family!
Save the date in your diary now and keep your eyes peeled for more exciting announcements coming soon!
01 Aug 2026
10:00 - 17:00
Antiques & Collectables fair
Arun Fairs, Rustington
The well-established local event, with two great rooms of antiques & collectables, hot & cold refreshments and free parking takes place on the first Sunday of August and September. Then we are relocating to Angmering Community Centre whilst the Woodland centre undergoes a refurbishment. See Angmering info for dates etc.
02 Aug 2026
10:00 - 15:30
Worthing Antique, Arts & Collectors' Club
Worthing Antique, Arts & Collectors' 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, and in August, we welcome back art historian Michaela Cranmer. Michaela will be talking about 'Women War Artists', a talk not to be missed!
All are welcome to attend; non-members £7.50 or join the club for just £35 pp pa.
It has been lovely to see so many new faces at our last few talks, so please do come along to meet us.
For more information about the club and our speakers for 2026, visit www.worthingantiqueclub.org.uk or call Andy for more information on 07984 403890.
All are welcome to attend; non-members £7.50 or join the club for just £35 pp pa.
It has been lovely to see so many new faces at our last few talks, so please do come along to meet us.
For more information about the club and our speakers for 2026, visit www.worthingantiqueclub.org.uk or call Andy for more information on 07984 403890.
04 Aug 2026
19:30 - 21:00
Ferring Probus Club Coffee Morning
Ferring Probus Club, Worthing
Come along to the coffee morning to hear Alex New who will be giving a talk about Highdown Gardens.
04 Aug 2026
10:00 - 11:30
Oh Vicar, What a Lovely Pair
Oh Vicar, What a Lovely Pair, Lancing
A fast-moving comedy in which a dysfunctional working-class family run into difficulties when their daughter Roxanne decides to marry upper class Charles. The vicar calls to collect donations for the jumble sale and son Kevin gives away an old vase, not knowing that it contains the family savings. When the pub syndicate wins the lottery, but Bob fails to buy a ticket it would appear that nothing else could go wrong. It can though when they decide to do a robbery to recoup their losses with unintended consequences.
06 Aug 2026
19:30 - 21:45
Talk: Making a Splash with Anthony Archer-Wills
Arundel Museum, Arundel
Making a splash. An inspirational talk by Anthony Archer-Wills — a water gardener and creator of ponds, waterfalls and rock formations. This will be accompanied by beautiful images of water and rock features, together with aquatic plant associations.
07 Aug 2026
18:00 - 20:00
Worthing's 47th Annual Horticultural Show
Worthing Allotments and Gardens Association, Worthing
Celebrate Nature's Best at our 47th Annual Horticultural Show!
Join the Worthing Allotments and Gardens Association for a wonderful afternoon celebrating flowers, vegetables, baking, crafts, and community. With around 500 exhibits on display, there is something for every gardening enthusiast and family to enjoy!
Event Details:
- When: Saturday, 8th August 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Venue: Goring Methodist Church, Bury Drive, Worthing BN12 4XB
Admission:
- Entry: £1.00
- WAGA Members: FREE
- Children: FREE
- Parking: FREE
Highlights & Activities:
- Fresh Produce: Shop fresh fruit and vegetables straight from the allotment.
- Shopping: Browse garden stalls, plus stalls selling seeds and second-hand tools.
- Special Guests: Featuring the popular Men in Sheds group.
- Delicious Food: Enjoy a BBQ for only £3.50 or visit our café for drinks and homemade cake for just £3.00.
- Grand Raffle: Don’t miss your chance to win—tickets are only £1.00 each!
Come along for a beautiful afternoon in the heart of Worthing. We look forward to seeing you there!
08 Aug 2026
13:00 - 16:30
Littlehampton Miniature Railway 10th Anniversary Steam Gala
Littlehampton Heritage Railway, Littlehampton
Why not come along and help us celebrate our 10th Anniversary, being run by our volunteer group, Littlehampton Heritage Railway Association. Enjoy a ride on one of three steam engines taking part in our anniversary gala on Friday 14th, Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th August. We have two visiting steam engines, one from Exbury Gardens and one from Statfold Barn Railway in Tamworth. Plus, our very own steam engine, Christopher, will be running too.
Trains will be running to the following timetable: -
Friday 14th August trains run from 10:30am until 4:15pm
Saturday 15th August trains run from 10:30am until 5:15pm
Sunday 16th August trains run from 10:30am until 4:15pm
Fares will be as follows: -
Adult Return £3
Child Return (3 to 14 years) £2
Family Return (2 adults and 2 children £9
Adult single £2
Child single £1.50
There will be a special service on Saturday 15th August from 6pm until 8pm, running people down to Norfolk Gardens for Screen on the Green. A one-way ticket for either an adult or a child will be £3.
The Littlehampton Miniature Railway is operated and maintained by our volunteer members.
All funds raised are dedicated to supporting the ongoing operation of this Heritage Railway.
All operations depend on the weather and no technical issues with the locomotives or rolling stock.
14 Aug 2026
10:00 - 16:00
Yesterday
Ferring Community Cinema, Worthing
Yesterday is a romantic comedy about a struggling musician who enters an alternative reality where he is the only person who remembers the Beatles and becomes famous performing their songs. Written by Richard Curtis, it is a thoroughly enjoyable film with lots of Beatle’s songs to sing along to.
14 Aug 2026
19:00 - 21:30