Illustrated scene of Henley's Down, East Sussex

What's on in Henley's Down

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Henley's Down.

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Busy Bees

Fresh coffee, tea and biscuits for the adults and freshly prepared fruit snacks for the children. Click here to book for Busy Bees

Wed 22 JulSt Mary the Virgin C of E Church(2.4mi)

via St Mary the Virgin C of E ChurchLocal gem

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)(3.3mi)

via St Leonard, Hollington (Church in the Wood with St Anne's)Local gem

Clay & Calm at Crafted: Pottery, Sauna and Lake Swimming

Arts & Culture

Around £25.00

Clay & Calm at Crafted: Pottery, Sauna and Lake Swimming

Another belter from Battle Festival. Clay & Calm at Crafted: Pottery, Sauna and Lake Swimming — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Battle Festival(2.4mi)

via Battle FestivalLocal gem

Live Music

Battle Ukulele Group

Battle Ukulele Group — brought to you by Battle Memorial Hall and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Wed 22 Jul15:00Battle Memorial Hall(2.4mi)

via Battle Memorial Hall

Live Music

Around £5

The Big Ukulele Gig - B.U.G.S

Battle Festival is being delightfully mysterious about The Big Ukulele Gig - B.U.G.S. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 22 Jul15:00Battle Festival(2.4mi)

via Battle FestivalLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Fernando Po: Special Operations Executive’s Secret ‘Operation

Found this on Battle Festival's radar. Fernando Po: Special Operations Executive’s Secret ‘Operation — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 22 Jul20:30Battle Festival(2.4mi)

via Battle FestivalLocal gem

Community

Around £2.00

Quiz Night

The full scoop on Quiz Night lives over on The Forbidden Fruit Hastings's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Wed 22 Jul21:00The Forbidden Fruit Hastings(4.9mi)

via The Forbidden Fruit Hastings

History & Heritage

The Wonderful History of St Mary’s Church

Something's afoot at Battle Festival and it goes by the name of The Wonderful History of St Mary’s Church. Their site has the particulars.

Thu 23 Jul13:00Battle Festival(2.4mi)

via Battle FestivalLocal gem

Community

Witchcraft in Bexhill & Wider Sussex

Explore Sussex\'s rich folklore, witchcraft traditions and famous occult figures in this intriguing illustrated history talk by David Dennis.\n

Thu 23 Jul14:00Bexhill Museum(3.3mi)

via Bexhill Museum

Community

Around £8

Witchcraft in Bexhill & Wider Sussex

From village folklore and cunning folk to infamous witch trials and famous occult figures, this illustrated Bexhill History Hour explores the history of witchcraft in Sussex and beyond. Discover the beliefs, superstitions and stories that shaped generations, alongside the realities behind accusations of black magic and the persecution of alleged witches. Historian David E. P. Dennis examines local traditions alongside the lives of figures including Aleister Crowley, Dion Fortune and Doreen Valiente, placing Sussex at the heart of Britain’s rich and often misunderstood occult heritage. Expect a fascinating journey through folklore, history and legend. The talk takes place at Bexhill Museum on Thursday 23 July, from 2pm–3pm. Admission is £8. To book, telephone , or simply pay at the door.

Thu 23 Jul15:00Bexhill Museum(3.3mi)

via Bexhill Museum

DanceTheatre

Musical Theatre Dance

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

Thu 23 Jul19:30Phoenix Jive Hastings(4.6mi)

via Phoenix Jive HastingsLocal gem

Community

NHS LQBTQIA+ Network - Charity Quiz

Something's afoot at The Forbidden Fruit Hastings and it goes by the name of NHS LQBTQIA+ Network - Charity Quiz. Their site has the particulars.

Thu 23 Jul19:30The Forbidden Fruit Hastings(4.9mi)

via The Forbidden Fruit Hastings

Community

I Know That Tune! Trials & tribulations of writing music for TV

I Know That Tune! Trials & tribulations of writing music for TV at Battle Festival. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Thu 23 Jul20:30Battle Festival(2.4mi)

via Battle FestivalLocal gem

Community

Untitled Art Fair

I will be exhibiting for the first time at this Art fair which takes place right in the middle of July for the first time, I am happy to be showing a range of artworks including the “Coal” collection which has been so popular over the last few months, p[lease come along and take a look at this fabulous event which has been in existence since 2007, right in the heart of West London.

Fri 24 Jul18:00Samuel Peacock Studio(2.4mi)

via Samuel Peacock Studio

Theatre

WHY MACBETH - Bowler Crab Theatre Company

We found this gem on Battle Festival's website. WHY MACBETH - Bowler Crab Theatre Company — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Fri 24 Jul20:30Battle Festival(2.4mi)

via Battle FestivalLocal gem

Likely freeLive Music

Karaoke Night

Another belter from The Forbidden Fruit Hastings. Karaoke Night — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Fri 24 Jul21:00The Forbidden Fruit Hastings(4.9mi)

via The Forbidden Fruit Hastings

Markets & Fairs

Grow and Make Farmer's & Makers Market, Great Park Farm, Catsfield

We will publish events as soon as our bookings are confirmed.

Sat 25 Jul10:00Mini Mouthfuls(2.4mi)

via Mini Mouthfuls

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Venues with events near Henley's Down

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

Battle Festival2.4 miles away St Mary the Virgin C of E Church2.4 miles away Battle Memorial Hall2.4 miles away

More about Henley's Down

East Sussex, England

Henley's Down has a local East Sussex setting where the useful dates may be small but still worth finding. Angling Centre at Wylands Farm gives the current listings a useful local hint. Near Here gathers Henley's Down events so hall dates and nearby plans are easier to find. Check individual listings for times, booking details, directions, and organiser notes before heading out.

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