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Finding Sapper Clay - John Griffiths-Colby

Sussex Family History Group : Worthing Meeting Centre, Worthing

The chance discovery of a First World War medal in a garden in Surrey triggered the search for an old soldier’s family. This would span 19th Century brickmaking in Warwickshire, the Somme, Gallipoli and a family story that that would connect to Geroge Elliot’s (Mary Anne Evans’) first story collection published in 1857. Who was Sapper Clay?

John Griffiths-Colby has a background in Journalism, Business Consultancy and public speaking.

19 Nov 2026

14:30 - 16:30

Christmas Market

Amanda Greenwood, Worthing

Christmas Market with Homemade Christmas Gifts, Food Gifts, Cake and Book Stall and Live Music. Cafe open all day. Free Children's Craft Activities and FREE ENTRY.

21 Nov 2026

10:00 - 15:00

The Musical Vault

Stage Door Theatre Company, Littlehampton

Step into the Vault…

When an Apprentice meets a mysterious Archivist, they’re taken on a fast-paced journey through the history of musical theatre — from bold beginnings to modern-day stories. Along the way, musicals challenge the rules, rewrite the narrative, and prove the power of storytelling.

Funny, heartfelt, and full of theatrical surprises, this is a celebration of the shows that changed the stage — and the voices that continue to shape it.

Book now at ticketsource.com

27 Nov 2026

19:30 - 22:00

Ferring Conservation Group

Ferring Conservation Group, Worthing

Retired teacher Bill Avenell will be presenting a talk - Climate Change, and Keeping up with the Grandchildren! - where he'll be making the point that climate change is going to affect us all one way or another, and particularly the younger generation, so you might as well keep one step ahead. Members £2, guests £3

27 Nov 2026

14:30 - 16:30

RUSTINGTON WI WINTER FAYRE

PAM LOVEGROVE, Littlehampton

Our annual Winter Fayre - a little earlier this year - where there will be Christmas presents, Tombola - lots of bottles to be won, Raffle, Cakes as only the WI can bake and much more. As always there will be our super cafe selling the best bacon rolls and coffee at great prices. Warm welcome awaits!

28 Nov 2026

10:00 - 13:00

Christmas Tree Festival and Christmas Sale

Friends of the Mombasa Children, Rustington

The Friends of the Mombasa Children's Annual Christmas Tree Festival and Christmas Sale, in association with St Andrew's Church. Display of Christmas Trees and Cribs by local organisations and schools. Christmas music - live or recorded. Friday and Sunday afternoons, all day Saturday. Sale of Christmas goods, free parking. Refreshments.

04 Dec 2026

14:00 - 18:00

St Andrew's Church Ferring Christmas Tree Festival

St Andrew's Church, Worthing

St Andrew's Church is excited to be holding its 2nd Christmas Tree Festival, Friday 4th and Saturday 5th 10 - 6, Sunday 6th 11 - 4. A celebration of light and imagination. Come and experience 39 real Christmas trees decorated by local groups and businesses. You can vote for your favourite tree and there's a children's quiz too. Then enjoy tasty refreshments in the Christmas Tree Cafe. All very welcome. Donations received to be shared between the Church and Ferring C of E Primary School.

04 Dec 2026

10:00 - 18:00

WINTER CONCERT by Edwin James Festival Choir

Edwin James Festival Choir and Orchestra, Littlehampton

A choir concert featuring Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dream Coat (concert version), raising funds to enable future charity concerts.

11th December 2026. Doors open at 6:45pm. Performance commences 7:30pm

12th December 2026. Doors open at 2:15pm. Performance commences 3:00pm

Box office: 01243 584920 / 01243 582330. £10 adults/ £5 children.
Some ticket availability on the door.

11 Dec 2026

19:30 - 21:45

East Preston Repair Cafe

John Gunston, East Preston

If you have anything needing repair or sharpening why not bring it along and we will try our best to stop your item going to landfill.

12 Dec 2026

10:00 - 12:30

Christmas Carol Concert

Arun Choral Society, Arundel

Arun Choral Society presents an evening of festive choral music, readings and traditional congregational carols in the stunning surroundings of Arundel Cathedral.

13 Dec 2026

19:30 - 21:30

Rustington WI: Talk by Ben Tasker 'Slapstick, Secrets & Sausages'

PAM LOVEGROVE, Rustington

Our monthly meeting with talk above. We are a friendly WI of just under 70 ladies. Three free visits before committing to joining.

15 Dec 2026

14:00 - 16:00

Shops and Shopping: the Small Shop through the Ages – a talk by Janet Pennington

East Preston & Kingston Preservation Society, East Preston, Littlehampton

We take shopping for granted nowadays, using our local shops - if we still have them - and going to the supermarket. We can even order on-line and have a home delivery at our convenience. How different was it for our ancestors? Would we recognise a medieval shopfront in our own High Street? And what about shop signs and shop names - how have they changed? Do you remember bacon machines, cash railways and no self-service? Janet’s talk will take us back through nostalgia and beyond. Entry is free for EPKPS members. Visitors £3, payable on entry (cash only). All admissions subject to availability of seats on arrival.

12 Jan 2027

14:30 - 16:00