An Evening with Frances Quinn
West Sussex Library Service, Littlehampton
An Evening with Frances Quinn
Author of The Smallest Man and That Bonesetter Woman, Frances Quinn joins us to discuss her inspiration, research and writing and tells us about her latest novel - The Lost Passenger. There will be a book sale provided by Heygates Books and a book signing after the event. Tickets are £5 from Littlehampton Library, or call 01903 716450.
30 Sep 2025
19:00 - 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.
01 Oct 2025
18:30 - 21:30
Goring Gardening Society Talk
Goring Gardening Society, Worthing
Matthew Phelps, lead ecologist at Knepp, will give an insight into the estate's operations, including its rewilding project and the wildlife – not to forget the storks!
Everyone is welcome.
Entry for non-members £2.
www.goringgardening.co.uk
Everyone is welcome.
Entry for non-members £2.
www.goringgardening.co.uk
02 Oct 2025
19:30 - 21:30
Lancing Prep Worthing Open Morning
Lancing Prep Worthing Open Morning, Worthing
Lancing Prep Worthing is a happy, family school for boys and girls from Nursery & Pre-School to Year 8. Their next Open Morning will take place on Saturday 4 October 2025.
This event offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the school, meet their dedicated staff, and hear firsthand experiences from current pupils.
You will also have the chance to tour the school’s beautiful grounds and facilities, getting a feel for the vibrant and supportive community that defines Lancing Prep Worthing.
04 Oct 2025
10:00 - 12:00
Fundraising Shuffleboard Evening
Ferring Country Centre, Ferring
Join us in Rangers Café, Ferring Country Centre, for a fun shuffleboard evening suitable for novice players and seasoned pros!
Tickets cost £10 each and include instructions, gameplay, and a variety of nibbles.
Doors open at 6:30pm and gameplay starts at 7pm.
Rangers Café is licensed and will be offering a selection of drinks and additional snacks, alongside a raffle!
This is a fundraising event, organised by Don, one of our amazing volunteers.
Get your tickets now from www.ferringcountrycentre.org
This is a fundraising event, organised by Don, one of our amazing volunteers.
Get your tickets now from www.ferringcountrycentre.org
04 Oct 2025
18:30 - 21:30
Free electric blanket testing
West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, Worthing
West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is offering free electric blanket testing sessions this autumn.
Last year, 37% of the blankets tested were found to be defective. Faulty electric blankets are a common cause of fire in the home.
Testing is recommended for blankets more than two years old. Blankets over 10 years old should be replaced.
You can book an appointment to have your blanket tested by calling 0345 872 9719. Please note that appointments will only become available on the second day after the first day has been fully booked.
If your blanket is found to be faulty, a limited number of replacement blankets will be available thanks to our partnership with SGN. These will be given free of charge to vulnerable residents who receive certain benefits, while stocks last.
The sessions will also be attended by nurses from the Prevention Assessment Team and the Sussex Fraud Team who will be on hand to offer advice and support.
07 Oct 2025
09:30 - 16:30
Worthing Antiques, Arts & Collectors' Club Talk
Worthing Antiques, Arts & Collectors' Club, Worthing
October's guest speaker is Andy Pescott, jeweller and silversmith; his talk will be "Understanding British Hallmarks".
All are welcome to come along; non-members are £7.50 per person, or join the club for just £35 per year.
To find out more about the club's history and speakers, please visit www.worthingantiqueclub.org.uk
All are welcome to come along; non-members are £7.50 per person, or join the club for just £35 per year.
To find out more about the club's history and speakers, please visit www.worthingantiqueclub.org.uk
07 Oct 2025
19:30 - 21:00
Talk by Worthing Food Bank
Worthing Walking & Social Club, Worthing
Worthing Walking & Social Club's speaker from the Worthing Food Bank will give an insight into their valuable work.
No parking on site.
Meeting held at the rear of Quaker House.
No parking on site.
Meeting held at the rear of Quaker House.
07 Oct 2025
14:30 - 16:00
Free electric blanket testing
West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, Worthing
West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is offering free electric blanket testing sessions this autumn.
Last year 37% of the blankets tested were found to be defective. Faulty electric blankets are a common cause of fire in the home.
Testing is recommended for blankets more than two years old. Blankets over 10 years old should be replaced.
You can book an appointment to have your blanket tested by calling 0345 872 9719. Please note that appointments will only become available on the second day after the first day has been fully booked.
If your blanket is found to be faulty, a limited number of replacement blankets will be available thanks to our partnership with SGN. These will be given free of charge to vulnerable residents who receive certain benefits, while stocks last.
The sessions will also be attended by nurses from the Prevention Assessment Team and the Sussex Fraud Team who will be on hand to offer advice and support.
08 Oct 2025
09:30 - 16:30
The Bayeux Tapestry – an illustrated talk by James Dickinson
Rustington Heritage Association, Rustington
The Bayeux Tapestry is a medieval embroidery depicting the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. It is remarkable both as a work of art and important as a source for 11th century history. This talk by James Dickinson will tell the story of the tapestry in full, illustrating and explaining most of the important scenes displayed.
09 Oct 2025
14:30 - 16:00
The Penguin Lessons
Ferring Community Cinema, Ferring
Ferring Community Cinema's next film is The Penguin Lessons.
This charming comedy is based on a book of the same title by Tom Michell. It chronicles the author’s experience of rescuing a penguin from an oil slick in Uruguay and taking it back to the school where he taught in Argentina.
Steve Coogan plays Tom, a disillusioned Englishman who, in 1976, goes to work in a school in Argentina. He expects to find the job easy, but discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. Having rescued the penguin, he decides to take it back to school. The penguin, who he names Juan Salvador, follows him everywhere and inevitably changes everything for Tom and for those around him.
The Penguin Lessons shines with warmth and charm, in part, I’m sure, because the penguin is an actual penguin – not a CGI creation!
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 6.30 pm for a prompt 7 pm start.
Ferring Community Cinema is a not-for-profit organisation – profits are donated to Ferring Village Hall and other charities.
10 Oct 2025
19:00 - 21:30
A Nostalgic Musical Afternoon Tea
Rustington, East Preston and Ferring Nspcc fundraising group., East Preston
A musical afternoon tea with The Pitt Sisters performing some nostalgic classics.
Raffle, lucky bags and jewellery.
Tickets £6 available from Buds 'N' Blooms on Sea Road, East Preston or by calling or texting 07846 212316 or 07456 880001.
Raffle, lucky bags and jewellery.
Tickets £6 available from Buds 'N' Blooms on Sea Road, East Preston or by calling or texting 07846 212316 or 07456 880001.
11 Oct 2025
14:30 - 17:00