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(back of) newsletter, 23rd July 2027

Saturday, 22nd July, 6pm: Ellie Clarke & Daniel Di Francesco, Wedding Day

Wed 22 JulSt Mary Star of the Sea Church(3.9mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

Bible Study

Small group meeting for Bible Study and fellowship. Currently studying a Lent course.

Wed 22 Jul10:00St Leonard, Hollington (Church in the Wood with St Anne's)(4.8mi)

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Community

Playtesting Board Games Event

Playtesting Event The Playtest Board Game event is specifically designed to allow game designers and members of the public test new games that are still in the design phase of their production. Designers can book a playtest slot to bring a prototype and get feedback from everyone who plays their game. The gamers get to play new games before they are published, give their input and maybe get a playtesting credit. The designers gain valuable feedback to help them develop their games further. This is an open event and free to entry for play testers and runs in the board game cafe during opening hours. All we ask is you support our Cafe by buying drinks and food whilst you are here. Designers: If you have a board game or card game prototype that you want to playtest at our Board Game Cafe, please message on social media or email to reserve a slot. Reservations will be open to all and would prefer advance booking. Playtesters: Just sit down to play new games Give your feedback. Learn from designers on how they designed the game and the thought processes behind it Prototypes will be in various genres and difficulties; there should be something for everyone to try. No sign-up necessary. Playtest feedback forms will be provided on the day on request. All playtesters who play a prototype will be entered into a draw for potential prizes from certain designers. Q – What happens at a Playtest ? A – This depends on the various groups, but most of them are very informal.

Wed 22 Jul13:00Board Game Museum & Cafe(4.1mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Thursday Coffee Stop

Every Thursday morning from 10am-12pm, our Reception area hosts our weekly Thursday Coffee Stop, brought to you by our dedicated Compassionate Communities team as part of the warm space network in Hastings. The purpose of this free event is to provide a welcoming environment for individuals who may be facing challenges, seeking connection, or simply looking for a warm beverage and conversation in a safe, communal setting. We invite you to join us on Thursday mornings from 10am to 12pm for tea, coffee, biscuits and conversation. For further details, please or email us. We look forward to welcoming you.

Thu 23 Jul11:00St Michaels Hospice(2.8mi)

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Community

Acrylic Painting

A 10 weekly course, May to July, September to December and January to March. Suitable for all abilities. Bring your own materials. A two weekly schedule with different subjects and techniques explored, no repeats just practise. Contact or WhatsApp for more details or to book.

Thu 23 Jul13:00Jazz Hastings(4.3mi)

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DanceTheatre

Musical Theatre Dance

Thu 6.30-7.15pm 8-18yrs all welcome!

Thu 23 Jul19:30Phoenix Jive Hastings(3.6mi)

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Dungeons and Dragons - Beginner, Advanced & Learn to Play Tables - 2 Dungeon Masters, 2 Tables

Theatre

Around £6

Dungeons and Dragons - Beginner, Advanced & Learn to Play Tables - 2 Dungeon Masters, 2 Tables

Come join our beginner friendly DnD campaign & Tutorial or Our Advanced DnD Table. Our host will guide you through all you need to know to get started and then run a short friendly campaign. Price is £6 per person and will last around 3 hours. You can come as a solo adventurer or as a group. The beginning of a new Dungeons & Dragon campaign is a beautiful thing. Whether the players and dungeon master are battle-hardened D&D veterans or bright-eyed newbies, every great campaign should start off with a bang. An event that’s memorable for everyone at the table and that draws the player characters together as a party.

Thu 23 Jul19:30Board Game Museum & Cafe(4.1mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

An Evening with Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney

Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney’s latest novel, Lake Effect, includes several Rochester staples, including our very own Memorial Art Gallery, where our Fountain Court is highlighted. Come enjoy an evening with the […]

Thu 23 Jul23:00Memorial Art Gallery(4.5mi)

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Magic The Gathering Weekly Locals and Social

Community

Around £2

Magic The Gathering Weekly Locals and Social

Local players tend to meet to play around 11am most Saturdays. It costs £2 for 3 hours and to help the cafe running we appreciate buying food and drinks whilst at the premises The local player group use whatsapp to communicate which you can speak to staff about being added. We also stock MTG cards and do pre release vents / other events. There may not always be space so make sure to speak to the MTG players to make sure you booked enough room.

Sat 25 JulBoard Game Museum & Cafe(4.1mi)

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Arts & Culture

Around £16

Still Life Drawing

Tutor: Christopher James Explore the joys and challenges of capturing everyday objects, taking inspiration from our exhibitions and beachside location.... The post STILL LIFE DRAWING appeared first on Hastings Contemporary.

Sat 25 JulHastings Contemporary(4.2mi)

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Winchelsea Gastronomic Promenade

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Sat 25 Jul09:00Winchelsea Corporation Museum(3.6mi)

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Community

Saturday Social

Please join us for a free social event offering tea, coffee and cake as we get together to catch up with friends, meet new people and share experiences. Stay all morning or just drop in for a quick cuppa. Our Saturday Socials take place at the Arthur Easton Centre, St Michael’s Hospice between 10am-12pm on the last Saturday of each month.

Sat 25 Jul11:00St Michaels Hospice(2.8mi)

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Community

Around £1

Mega Sale July 2026

Looking for holiday outfits? Don’t miss our Mega sale ! We’re selling clothes, shoes and accessories for just £1 and a huge range of arts and crafts, accessories and fabric bundles too.

Sat 25 Jul11:00St. Michael's Hospice Donation Centre(4.8mi)

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Community

Functional Skills English Level 2

Something's afoot at All Saints Hall and it goes by the name of Functional Skills English Level 2. Their site has the particulars.

Sun 26 JulAll Saints Hall(3.9mi)

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Talks & Lectures

Audience In Conversation

Take part in a relaxed discussion within the gallery. You will be guided through the exhibition before taking part in an open group conversation about the artworks and share your personal responses to the exhibition. No prior knowledge of the works is needed — the session is open to everyone and encourages reflection and discussion. Visit our summer exhibition To Improvise A Mountain Lynette Yiadom Boakye Curates from Saturday 27 June – Sunday 13 September 2026

Sun 26 JulAll Saints Hall(3.9mi)

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Community

King's Church 1066 (Hastings)

We meet as a church every Sunday in our Hastings venue at 10am at the Hastings Centre, and at 11am in our Bexhill venue at Bexhill College. Our meetings have a time of lively worship, a chance to pray and do life with one another and to hear teaching from the Bible. We regularly take communion together and have Baptism services. Our church congregation is about 500 across all of our venues.

Sun 26 Jul10:00Hastings Centre(3.1mi)

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King's Church 1066 (Central St Leonards)

We meet as a church every Sunday in Central St Leonards, 10.45am for refreshments at the St Mary Star of the Sea Primary School. Our meetings have a time of lively worship, a chance to pray and do life with one another and to hear teaching from the Bible. We regularly take communion together and have baptism services.

Sun 26 Jul10:45King's Church(3.1mi)

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Venues with events near Guestling Thorn

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

St Michaels Hospice2.8 miles away

More about Guestling Thorn

East Sussex, England

Guestling Thorn is a quiet corner of East Sussex that punches above its weight for local fun without needing to shout about it. There are plenty of reasons to stop by and say hello, from community gatherings in the village hall to seasonal fairs down near the coast. It might feel like nothing much is happening on a Tuesday, but the town always has a few things stirring beneath the surface. We know where the next pop-up market is setting up shop or which local group is hosting a get-together so you can plan your weekend with ease.

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