"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
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
Arundel Museum Talk: A Victorian Christmas
Arundel Museum Manager, Arundel
Ever wondered what a Victorian Christmas was like? Well, author Nicholas Travers will be here to tell us!
There will be a chance to buy his book and get it signed after the talk. The Victorian Day by Day takes you through the history of this period, picking out significant dates – making it an ideal gift or book for you to enjoy.
14 Nov 2026
13:00 - 14:00
Golden Anniversary Concert
Angmering Chorale, Littlehampton
Join us for a memorable celebratory evening. The Anniversary Concert features Rutter’s magnificent Gloria as well as works by Haydn, Wesley, Stanford and choruses from The Messiah, which the Chorale has performed on a number of occasions over the last 50 years. It will also feature an organ piece played by our local guest virtuoso, and a little-known piece arranged by Karl Jenkins. The concert is only a few days after Remembrance Day, and Jenkins' In Flanders Fields, which has featured at the Royal Albert Hall, will be a haunting part of the programme.
14 Nov 2026
19:30 - 21:30
Sustainable Christmas Pop-up
Pip Young, Arundel
Sustainable, Fair Trade, Ethical and Vintage gifts for sale: homewares, soaps and face creams, decorations, bags, chocolate.
14 Nov 2026
10:00 - 17:00
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
Pewter Casting Workshops
Fleur Grenier, Angmering
Make Your Own Pewter Pendant or Keyring
No experience necessary — Fleur will guide you through the process step by step in this hands-on pewter casting workshop.
Using the traditional cuttlefish casting technique, you’ll carve your own design into a cuttlefish bone, which is then used as a mould for pouring molten pewter. Once cast, you’ll clean and finish your piece before turning it into a pendant or keyring ready to wear or gift.
By the end of the session, you’ll have 2–3 unique pieces to take home.
Private group bookings:
Private workshops for groups of 4–6 people are available on request and can be arranged on either a weekday or weekend.
https://fleurgrenier.co.uk/pewter-casting-workshops/
Private workshops for groups of 4–6 people are available on request and can be arranged on either a weekday or weekend.
https://fleurgrenier.co.uk/pewter-casting-workshops/
14 Nov 2026
10:00 - 13:00
East Preston Repair Cafe
John Gunston, East Preston
We will try to repair household items, jewellery, clothing and also offer a knife sharpening service.
14 Nov 2026
10:00 - 12:30
Meet the Worthing Gin & Rum team for a taster
Worthing Gin & Rum, Worthing
🍸 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.
📍 Ferring Village Hall
📅 Monday 16th November
🕡 6.30pm – 8.30pm
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION
📅 Monday 16th November
🕡 6.30pm – 8.30pm
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION
Come along, have a taste, learn something new and perhaps find the perfect Christmas gift! 🎁
Everyone welcome!
16 Nov 2026
18:30 - 20:30
Rustington WI: A comedy talk by Colin Turner - '1960s: People, Events, Music'
PAM LOVEGROVE, Rustington
RUSTINGTON WI meets on the third Tuesday afternoon of each month (apart from August). We are a friendly group of just under 70 ladies. Three free visits before having to join! Please note a change of venue October to December due to renovation work.
17 Nov 2026
14:00 - 16:00
The Arts Society Arun Monthly Talk: Bottoms Up - The Art of Intoxification
The Arts Society Arun, Worthing
Our last talk before Christmas is appropriately about ' The Art of Intoxification' by Ian Swankie, one of our regular speakers and always very entertaining!
Since the early Romans and Greeks, alcohol has been an important subject for artists. We examine the way drink and drinking are depicted, the social messages portrayed, the happy and unhappy consequences, and how alcohol affected the lives of many artists and friends.
Doors open 9.30am. Everyone welcome. Guests £7 on the door. Coffee & biscuits available and followed by FESTIVE DRINKS & MINCE PIES
Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month.
For more information, please email [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE FOR THIS MEETING
Since the early Romans and Greeks, alcohol has been an important subject for artists. We examine the way drink and drinking are depicted, the social messages portrayed, the happy and unhappy consequences, and how alcohol affected the lives of many artists and friends.
Doors open 9.30am. Everyone welcome. Guests £7 on the door. Coffee & biscuits available and followed by FESTIVE DRINKS & MINCE PIES
Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month.
For more information, please email [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE FOR THIS MEETING
17 Nov 2026
09:30 - 12:00