East Preston Repair Cafe
East Preston Repair Cafe, East Preston
Bring your broken domestic items, clothes, electrical goods and jewellery and we will try our best to fix them. Knife sharpening and refreshments are available. All we ask for are donations to cover our costs.
14 Mar 2026
10:00 - 12:30
The Art Society Arun Monthly Talk - Unravelling the Silk Road
The Arts Society Arun, Rustington
Our talk this month is by Chris Aslan - Unravelling the Silk Road
Wool, silk, and cotton have each played a part in the fortunes of Central Asia. Silk was more valuable than gold and used as a currency, creating a network of trading routes that led to globalisation . Silk Road products stratified wealth , displayed religious and political entrenchments and changed the fortunes of this part of the world
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]
Wool, silk, and cotton have each played a part in the fortunes of Central Asia. Silk was more valuable than gold and used as a currency, creating a network of trading routes that led to globalisation . Silk Road products stratified wealth , displayed religious and political entrenchments and changed the fortunes of this part of the world
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 Mar 2026
09:30 - 12:00
British Emigrants in the Empire - Some personal stories - Dr Frances Hurd
Sussex Family History Group : Worthing Meeting Centre, Worthing
British political and commercial dominance of much of the world during the 19th century gave unprecedented opportunities for Britons willing to leave their native land. However, although some succeeded far better than if they'd stayed at home, others faced disappointment or even death.
Dr Frances Hurd is a historical researcher living in Chichester. She has worked in publishing, academia and the heritage sector.
Dr Frances Hurd is a historical researcher living in Chichester. She has worked in publishing, academia and the heritage sector.
19 Mar 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Spring Flower Show
Goring Gardening Society, Worthing
We invite you to our Spring Flower Show to admire plenty of daffodils, plants, cookery and photographs. You can vote for your favourite floral arrangements and enjoy a slice of homemade cake with a cup of tea. There will also be a raffle table. Entry for non-members £1 and there is no charge for children. Everyone is welcome.
www.goringgardening.co.uk
www.goringgardening.co.uk
21 Mar 2026
14:00 - 16:30
Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra, Worthing
Debussy’s evocative seascape 'La Mer' is performed for the first time ever by the WPO. The orchestra also continues its cycle of the Sibelius symphonies with his Symphony No. 5, the last movement of which famously presents a theme inspired by a flock of swans in flight.
At the centre of the programme is the 'Blue Wave Concerto' by local composer, Chaz Hart. The concerto was finished in 2020 and inspired by his trips to Key West, Sierra Nevada, and the Grand Canyon.
The WPO is thrilled to welcome the acclaimed local guitarist Paul Gregory as soloist.
Soloist - Paul Gregory (Guitar)
Conductor - Dominic Grier
At the centre of the programme is the 'Blue Wave Concerto' by local composer, Chaz Hart. The concerto was finished in 2020 and inspired by his trips to Key West, Sierra Nevada, and the Grand Canyon.
The WPO is thrilled to welcome the acclaimed local guitarist Paul Gregory as soloist.
Soloist - Paul Gregory (Guitar)
Conductor - Dominic Grier
22 Mar 2026
15:00 - 17:00
FRANK’S WAR
Rustington Heritage Association, Rustington
A talk by Matthew Jones (Assistant County Archivist) on the Second World War Home Front in Bognor Regis. When war broke out, photographer Frank L’Alouette was unable to join up due to a heart condition, but he obtained a Ministry of Information Permit and was able to capture some of the wartime events in and around Bognor Regis. His several hundred photographs show the impact and the experiences of Bognor Regis as a town and community during the war. The West Sussex Record Office has held Frank’s collection since 2012 and Matthew Jones will show a selection of these images in his presentation, which follows the RHA AGM.
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.
09 Apr 2026
14:30 - 16:00
SPRING CONCERT by Edwin James Festival Choir and Orchestra
Edwin James Festival Choir and Orchestra, Littlehampton
Concert features BRAHM’S REQUIEM and is a fundraiser for the charity “MenWalkTalk".
Doors open at 6:45pm.
Box office: 01243 584920 / 01243 582330. £10 adults/ £5 children.
Some ticket availability on the door
Doors open at 6:45pm.
Box office: 01243 584920 / 01243 582330. £10 adults/ £5 children.
Some ticket availability on the door
11 Apr 2026
19:30 - 21:45
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.
11 Apr 2026
10:00 - 12:30
Josephine Baker
Rustington & District Anglo French Circle, Rustington
Tonight't talk on Josephine Baker, film star, singer, dancer, civil rights activist and member of the French Resistance will provide a fascinating look at her rich and varied life and career. 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).
14 Apr 2026
19:15 - 20:45
The Art Society Arun Monthly Talk - The Legendary Lee Miller
The Arts Society Arun, Rustington
Our talk this month is by Antony Penrose who is the son of Lee Miller - The legendary Lee Miller
From fashion model to photojournalist and World War II correspondent, Lee Miller's extraordinary career produced some of the most iconic images of the 20th century.
From fashion model to photojournalist and World War II correspondent, Lee Miller's extraordinary career produced some of the most iconic images of the 20th century.
The life of Lee Miller told with reference to those whom she exchanged creative inspiration - Man Ray, Pablo Picasso and Roland Penrose. A definitive view by her son and biographer the presentation has been acclaimed for its ability to embrace many different levels of the the history of art and photography, social commentary and emotional connection with the subject * Contains some wartime images which may be disturbing *
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]
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]
21 Apr 2026
09:30 - 12:00
MAGNUS VOLK AND HIS AMAZING RAILWAYS An illustrated talk by Ian Gledhill
Rustington Heritage Association, Rustington
Volk’s Electric Railway is a familiar sight in Brighton, running along the beach from near the Palace Pier towards the Marina, but the story of the man behind it is less well known. Magnus Volk was a true pioneer of all things electrical, and he built not one but two electric railways in Brighton. One – the short lived “Daddy Long Legs” - is long gone, but the original railway, opened in 1883, is still going strong and is now officially the oldest working electric railway in the world. This talk by Ian Gledhill tells the story of the railways and the man who built them.
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 a member? Just £15 per person per annum for free entry to all our talks in 2026.
Please note this is an evening meeting, so if you’re unable to attend our monthly afternoon meetings, perhaps we’ll see you this time? There will also be an afternoon meeting on 14th May, on a different topic – details to follow.
07 May 2026
19:15 - 20:30