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Le Canal du Midi - à vélo

Rustington & District Anglo French Circle, Station Road, Rustington

Our speaker tonight cycled along the Canal du Midi which stretches 240 km from Séte on the Mediterranean coast to Toulouse. Built in the reign of Louis XIV it is a remarkable work of engineering and now a UNESCO world heritage site. 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). Venez nombreux!

10 Feb 2026

19:15 - 20:45

FOR VALOUR: THE VICTORIA CROSS STORY - a talk by Jeremy Prescott

Rustington Heritage Association, Rustington

Instituted in 1856, the Victoria Cross is Britain's joint-highest award for gallantry. It requires an act of extreme bravery in the presence of the enemy, and has achieved almost mythical status, with recipients often revered as heroes. Jeremy Prescott will tell the story of this prestigious award. 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. Why not become an RHA member? Just £15 per person per annum for free entry to all our talks in 2026.

12 Feb 2026

14:30 - 15:45

Ferring Community Cinema: The Ballad of Wallis Island

Ferring Community Cinema, Worthing

An eccentric lottery winner (Tim Key), who lives alone on a remote island, tries to make his fantasies come true by getting his favourite musicians back together to perform for him. When the musicians, McGwyer and Mortimer, played by Tom Basden and Carey Mulligan, accept, old tensions are bound to resurface.

Key and Basden, who have collaborated on many comedy projects, wrote the script for this film, which is described as a funny and melancholic piece of work. It looks to be a very enjoyable watch.

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 charities.

13 Feb 2026

19:00 - 21:30

East Preston Repair Cafe

East Preston Repair Cafe, East Preston

Why not bring along your broken domestic items to the East Preston Repair Cafe? We will try to repair electrical goods, clothes, jewellery and any other household items. We also offer a knife sharpening service. Tea and coffee available. All we ask for are donations to cover our costs.

14 Feb 2026

10:00 - 12:30

Mark Wright performing a Rat Pack & Crooner Show

Angmering Community Centre, Littlehampton

Mark Wright performing a Rat Pack & Crooner Show for Valentine's Day.
Doors open 19.15 for a 19.30 start.
Bring your own bottle of wine and nibbles. Tickets £12.50 per person, available now from the Centre office. Advance booking essential.

14 Feb 2026

19:30 - 22:00

Parish Lunch and Afternoon Quiz

Parish of St Marys and St James, Littlehampton

All welcome to join us at our Parish Lunch for a hot lunch, raffle and a fun quiz.

£7 per head. To reserve a place please email [email protected].

15 Feb 2026

11:30 - 15:00

RUSTINGTON WI

PAM LOVEGROVE, Rustington

TALK - CINEMA AND FASHION

17 Feb 2026

14:00 - 16:00

The Art Society Arun Monthly Talk – Murano Glass: The Jewel of Venice

The Arts Society Arun, Rustington

Our talk this month is by Laurie Wickwire – Murano Glass: The Jewel of Venice.
We explore how Murano became the epicentre of glassmaking worldwide. After discovering how Venice was built, we take a short gondola ride to the island of Murano. Here, we learn of the many enduring styles of Murano glass and delve into the lives of these ancient artisans.

Doors open 9.30am. Everyone welcome. Guests £7 on the door. Coffee & biscuits available.

Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month. For more information, please email [email protected]

17 Feb 2026

09:30 - 12:00

Electric Pictures: Exploring the Cinematic Legacy of Worthing and Shoreham - Ellen Cheshire

Sussex Family History Group: Worthing Meeting Centre, Worthing

Join Ellen Cheshire for a captivating journey through the rich film history of Worthing and Shoreham, two Sussex coastal towns with a remarkable cinematic heritage. From the earliest silent films in the late 19th and early 20th centuries through to the vibrant mid-20th century era, this talk will explore the pioneers of filmmaking in the region and memorable moments that helped shape British film history. Ellen will also highlight some recent 21st-century films shot in Worthing, ensuring you won’t miss seeing your town on the big screen!

Based on extensive research featured in Electric Pictures: A Guide to the Films, Film-Makers and Cinemas of Worthing and Shoreham, this illustrated talk will delight film enthusiasts and local history buffs alike.
Copies of the book will be available to purchase on the day for £5 (cash only).

Visitors to the meeting: £2.00.

19 Feb 2026

14:00 - 16:00

SASPI - Sunday Afternoon Social Pop In

Glebelands Centre, Worthing

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

01 Mar 2026

14:00 - 16:30

Angmering Horticultural Club

Angmering Horticultural Club, Littlehampton

The speaker for our March meeting is John Forster, a Rustington farmer and butcher. His talk will be followed by tea, coffee and biscuits, and a raffle. New members/visitors welcome.
www.angmeringhorticulture.co.uk

02 Mar 2026

19:30 - 00:00

La Vie de Claude Monet

Rustington & District Anglo French Circle, Rustington

This month's talk on Claude Monet, whose painting 'Impression, soleil levant' lead to the Impressionist movement, together with his interest in 'plein air' painting will be our topic tonight. 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).

10 Mar 2026

19:15 - 20:45