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Children & Family

Parents and Toddlers

NORMALLY WEEKLY on THURSDAY IN THE PAVILION The Group is open to ALL and ALL are welcome. It says Parents but Grandparents, Aunts & Uncles, etc., are all welcome. And it says Toddlers but babies and pre-schoolers are also welcome. See our Facebook page for latest information (link below).

Thu 23 Jul10:00St Philip(4.9mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

Evensong

Prayer Book Evensong for those who think they can't sing - and for those who can. We don't have a fancy choir but we do enjoy the timeless beauty of the Prayer Book with simple chants.

Sun 26 Jul17:30St Philip(4.9mi)

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Wellness & Wellbeing

Around £40

Golden Hour – Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath

Golden Hour – Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath Golden Hour – Ceremonial Cacao & Sound Bath Sunday 26th July | 6.30–8.45pm (please arrive 15 minutes early) Wadhurst Castle Estate £40 | £70 for two Experience the magic of Golden Hour within the beautiful Walled Garden and Carriage Barn at Wadhurst Castle Estate, as day gently melts into evening. As summer ... Read More

Sun 26 Jul19:30Wadhurst Castle(2.4mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

The Mushroom Show at Bedgebury

A whole world of strange, smelly and surprising life…

Sat 1 Aug11:00Bedgebury(3.1mi)

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Children & FamilyNature & Outdoors

Around £7

Family Map Stick Walk

Set off on a family adventure through the National Pinetum and discover some of the extraordinary trees that call it home. As you explore together, you'll learn fascinating facts about remarkable species from around the world and collect natural treasures along the way. Using foraged materials gathered on your journey, you'll create your very own map stick, a unique keepsake that helps tell the story of your walk and marks each stage of your adventure. Perfect for curious young explorers and nature-loving families, this hands-on activity combines discovery, creativity and time spent outdoors. £7 per adult, £2 per child. Adult supervision is required (up to 3 children per adult)

Thu 6 Aug10:00Bedgebury(3.1mi)

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Room on the Broom Fun Day

Come along to meet Witch at our fun day! Witch will be appearing at various times throughout the day and there will be lots of Room on the Broom-themed activities on offer. Appearance times Witch will be appearing at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Please note that appearance times may be subject to change. Fun day activities Join us for a fun-filled family day out at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest! Enjoy storytelling of Room on the Broom Get crafting Room on the Broom style at our craft and colouring stations Visit our interactive Room on the Broom trail - remember to pick up an activity pack from the Information point. Plus much more to come!

Sat 22 Aug10:00Bedgebury(3.1mi)

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Room on the Broom Fun Day at Bedgebury

Come along to meet Witch at our fun day! Witch will be appearing at various times throughout the day and there will be lots of Room on the Broom-themed activities on offer. Appearance times Witch will be appearing at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Please note that appearance times may be subject to change. Fun day activities Join us for a fun-filled family day out at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest! Enjoy storytelling of Room on the Broom at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Watch the Room on the Broom film at 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm. Make your own wand Room on the Broom style at our craft and colouring stations. Visit our interactive Room on the Broom trail - remember to pick up an activity pack from the Information point. Share your party fun using the #RoomOnTheBroomTrail hashtag. Room on the Broom © 2001 Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. Licensed by Magic Light Pictures Ltd.

Sat 22 Aug10:00Bedgebury(3.1mi)

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Community

Fifth Sunday

A service shared with other churches in the Benefice - please check the magazine or our Facebook page for information. This rotates between St Philips, St Barts - Burwash and The Assumption of Blessed Mary & St Nicholas - Etchingham

Sun 30 Aug10:30St Philip(4.9mi)

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Wellness & Wellbeing

Around £40

Golden Hour – Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath

Sun 30 Aug19:30Wadhurst Castle(2.4mi)

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Community

9th - 11th September 3 Day Autumn Camp

Whatever your aspirations and experience, our camps are designed to give confidence to the most nervous of horse or rider, whilst providing challenges to those wanting a break in their usual routine. All of this coupled with spending time with like-minded people in a fun, educational atmosphere and the chance to “talk horses” to Jason and the team over delicious home-cooked meals in stu...

Wed 9 SeptYour Horsemanship(4.6mi)

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Community

Around £7

Bedgebury National Pinetum Guided Walks

Join our knowledgeable staff and expert volunteers for a monthly guided walk through Bedgebury National Pinetum. Discover seasonal highlights and explore new corners of the tree collection. Wonderful Wildlife Wednesday 9 September - 1.30pm Bedgebury is home to a remarkable collection of trees, but did you know it also supports a rich variety of wildlife that thrives within the pinetum? Join this guided walk with our learning partners, Kent High Weald Partnership, to discover more. Autumn Colour Sunday 4, Friday 9, Saturday 17 and Monday 26 October -10am Did you know that not all conifers are evergreen? Spot the signs of the changing season and enjoy this colourful guided walk in the world's largest conifer collection.

Wed 9 Sept11:00Bedgebury(3.1mi)

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DanceSports & Fitness

Around £5

FUSANA™ Silent Disco Yoga

FUSANA™ is Movement With Feeling FUSANA™ (a fusion of asana and dance) is a 75-minute immersive experience blending vinyasa yoga, breathwork, ecstatic dance and meditation, guided through wireless headphones for a powerful, distraction-free journey. Be guided to Afro house, Latin house, Ibiza classics and soulful beats as the music carries you from grounding into full expression. No pressure, no performance, ... Read More

Thu 10 SeptWadhurst Castle(2.4mi)

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DanceSports & Fitness

FUSANA™ Silent Disco Yoga

Thu 10 Sept20:00Wadhurst Castle(2.4mi)

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Community

Level 3 Forest School Leadership Training

Take your passion for outdoor learning to the next level Enrol on to a Bright Sparks Level 3 Forest School Practitioner training course to enable you to lead your own forest school programme. Kent High Weald Partnership can offer you Ofqual Forest School training at our permanent Forest School site within Bedgebury National Pinetum. The courses run for 8 days across a number of weeks from September 2026, followed by 1 day in February 2027. For all information and how to book, please visit the Kent High Weald Partnership website

Tue 15 Sept10:00Bedgebury(3.1mi)

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Community

Level 2 Forest School Programme Support Training

Take your passion for outdoor learning to the next level Enrol on to a Bright Sparks Level 2 Forest School Programme Support training course designed to qualify you in becoming an assistant to a Level 3 Forest School leader. Kent High Weald Partnership are able to offer you Ofqual Forest School training at their permanent Forest School site within Bedgebury National Pinetum. The courses run for 5 days across a number of weeks from September 2026. For all information and how to book, please visit the Kent High Weald Partnership website

Tue 15 Sept10:00Bedgebury(3.1mi)

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Community

Intermeidate Basket Weaving With Dominic Parrette

Something's afoot at Curious House Courses and it goes by the name of Intermeidate Basket Weaving With Dominic Parrette. Their site has the particulars.

Tue 22 SeptCurious House Courses(1.7mi)

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Community

Traditional Hen Basket Weaving With Dominic Parrette

Traditional Hen Basket Weaving With Dominic Parrette at Curious House Courses. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Tue 22 SeptCurious House Courses(1.7mi)

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Venues with events near Tolhurst

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

Wadhurst Castle2.4 miles away Curious House Courses1.7 miles away

More about Tolhurst

East Sussex, England

Tolhurst sits snugly in East Sussex with a quiet charm that makes for a perfect Sunday stroll. You can usually find local markets popping up near the village green or catch a play at the nearby theatre without needing to drive far. It is a place where neighbours know each other's names and the post office still feels like the community hub it was meant to be. There are plenty of options for a rainy afternoon or a crisp autumn evening without having to look too hard. The local cinema often shows something new while the library hosts storytime sessions that keep even the grumpiest parent smiling. Near Here keeps track of what is on so you do not have to waste time scrolling through endless lists on your phone.

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