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Cygnets Art School Billingshurst

Cygnets run two holiday workshops per day during half terms and school holidays, so you can choose to attend one, several, or all sessions. Please ensure your child brings a labelled bottle of water and a snack. Students attending two workshops on the same day should bring a packed lunch to enjoy in the classroom during the break. *Cygnets Art School is a NUT-FREE ZONE*, and any nut-based products will be set aside and returned to parents at the end of the class. We also recommend that all students wear messy clothes or an apron. The theme for Summer Holiday Camps 2026 is *'Cities Around the World'* *Sydney* *Saturday 1st August* 1pm – 2:30pm | Surfer with Watercolour Pencils and Soft Pastels Click here to book. [1] [1] https://bookings.cygnetsartschool.com/public/workshops/571/2414

Sat 1 Aug14:00Thakeham Community Hub(4.5mi)

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Talks & Lectures

Dry Sandy and Chalky Soil Survival Guide - Gardening Talk

Many of us are gardening in difficult soil conditions, and poor, chalky or sandy soil can make it challenging for plants to thrive. But Juliet has a wealth of experience to share to help you to manage and improve your soil, and also which plants to choose for the conditions you have. Subjects Covered: What makes for a poor, chalk, or sandy soil? A brief guide to understanding your soil structure and composition. How to improve your poor, chalky, or sandy soils, and manage it going forward. Juliet’s favourite thriving plants for poor, chalky, or sandy soils. Who is the talk for? Beginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. By the end of the talk you will have: an understanding of what constitutes as a poor or challenging soil a brief understanding of soil structure and chemical composition and how this affects how good or bad your soil is. an understanding of how to improve your poor chalk or sandy soil and manage it going forward. a list of Juliet’s favourite plants that will continue to thrive in poor conditions. The Tutor: Juliet Sargeant is a multi award-winning garden designer and regular panellist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time. She has been teaching gardening to professionals and enthusiasts for over 15 years. Juliet has a relaxed teaching style, with plenty of illustrations, discussion, and opportunities for you to ask questions. The Venue: Old Barn Garden Centre is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex.

Wed 5 Aug11:30Old Barn Garden Centre(4.4mi)

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The Dry, Sandy and Chalk Soil Survival Guide PLUS The Windy or Coastal Garden Survival Guide - Gardening Talks

Join us for two gardening talks that will support you as you garden in challenging conditions, whether that be because of your soil, or a windy or coastal situation. Relax in to a day of learning with multi-award winning garden designer and soil expert Juliet Sargeant. Morning Talk – The Challenging Soil Survival Guide Many of us are gardening in difficult soil conditions and poor, chalky, or sandy soil can make it challenging for plants to thrive. But Juliet has a wealth of experience to share to help you to manage and improve your soil, and also which plants to choose for the conditions you have. Subjects Covered: – What makes for a poor chalk or sandy soil? – A brief guide to understanding your soil structure and composition. – How to improve your poor chalky or sandy soils and manage it going forward. – Juliet’s favourite thriving plants for poor chalky or sandy soils. Afternoon Talk – The Windy or Coastal Garden Survival Guide Fed up with battling against the elements in your coastal or windy garden? Join Juliet to discover our top tips on designing a garden able to sustain the exposed conditions, and feel inspired by our favourite plant combinations that will thrive in your blustery location. Subjects Covered: – The challenges of maintaining a coastal or windy garden. – A brief guide to managing poor soils, challenging elevations in coastal locations. – A brief introduction to design principles, with particular focus on structural planting, wind breaks and plants that...

Wed 5 Aug11:30Old Barn Garden Centre(4.4mi)

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The Windy or Coastal Garden Survival Guide - Gardening Talk

Meet the challenge of a windy or coastal garden and create a garden that will thrive Fed up with battling against the elements in your coastal or windy garden? Join Juliet to discover our top tips on designing a garden able to sustain the exposed conditions, and feel inspired by our favourite plant combinations that will thrive in your blustery location. Subjects Covered: The challenges of maintaining a coastal or windy garden. A brief guide to managing poor soils, challenging elevations in coastal locations. A brief introduction to design principles, with particular focus on structural planting, wind breaks and plants that will thrive. Juliet’s favourite plants that are happy in coastal and windy conditions. Who is the talk for? Beginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. By the end of the talk you will have: an understanding of the challenges that coastal and windy gardens bring and their affect on plants. a brief guide to managing poorer soils and challenging elevations in coastal locations. an understanding on structural planting and using windbreaks in design to help manage the exposed site. a list of our favourite plants that are happy in coastal and windy conditions. The Tutor: Juliet Sargeant is a multi award-winning garden designer and regular panellist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time. She has been teaching gardening to professionals and enthusiasts for over 15 years.

Wed 5 Aug14:00Old Barn Garden Centre(4.4mi)

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Food & Drink

Pakoda King - Indian street fritters and street food

Come along and try traditional Indian street fritters and street food. Pakoda King is a local family run business. For more info, check out their Instagram profile. Last orders 7.30pm. Table bookings welcome.

Fri 7 AugChez Polie(4.8mi)

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Around £16

Brick Bus

A fun-filled 75 minutes of LEGO fidget toys! The children will create a fidget spinner and infinity cube to take home. We'll be encouraging creativity, self esteem, developing fine motor skills, but most of all, having fun! Each child will make and take home a LEGO fidget spinner, and LEGO infinity cube. They will also receive their very own Lego Brick Bus Pass - collect tiles on your Pass at each workshop attended, and earn LEGO! *Please note - these drop-off sessions are suitable for school age Year 2 and up. (6+) Please do not book if your child is below Year 2, your booking will be cancelled and refunded.* Thakeham Community Hub will be open for parents to wait while children are on the bus - tea, coffee and refreshments will be available. Booking Essential. Click here to book your tickets. [1] [1] https://bookwhen.com/brickbus#focus=ev-srqf1-20260807093000

Fri 7 Aug10:30Thakeham Community Hub(4.5mi)

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Around £16

Brick Bus

In this new workshop on the Brick Bus, we'll be making a LEGO Dragon to take home! They will also receive their very own Lego Brick Bus Pass - collect tiles on your Pass at each workshop attended, and earn LEGO! *Please note - these drop-off sessions are suitable for school age Year 2 and up. (6+) Please do not book if your child is below Year 2, your booking will be cancelled and refunded.* Thakeham Community Hub will be open for parents to wait while children are on the bus - tea, coffee and refreshments will be available. Booking Essential. Click here to book your tickets. [1] [1] https://bookwhen.com/brickbus#focus=ev-sxle2-20260807111500

Fri 7 Aug12:15Thakeham Community Hub(4.5mi)

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Showing Photos

Show each other our photo’s, based upon Why, Where and How. Any format, any technique, any location.Thakeham Village Hall, meet at 1:30pm.

Fri 7 Aug14:30Storrington Camera Club(4.4mi)

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Food & Drink

Pakoda King - Indian street fritters and street food

Fri 7 Aug17:00Chez Polie(4.8mi)

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The Gorilla Kitchen

Local pizza van serving authentic Italian Pizza cooked in a Wood Fired Oven. Check out their amazing menu: https://thegorillakitchen.com/#our-menu [1] [1] https://thegorillakitchen.com/#our-menu

Fri 7 Aug18:00Thakeham Community Hub(4.5mi)

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Bluecoats Members Summer Flowers - Make a Hand Tied Bouquet

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Around £40.00

Bluecoats Members Summer Flowers - Make a Hand Tied Bouquet

8th August 2026 (Other dates also available) Open to Bluecoats Members Only 10am until 11:30am Spend a relaxing few hours in the flower field selecting your own seasonal British flowers and foliage before learning how to create a beautiful hand tied bouquet to take home. I'll guide you through what to pick, how to condition your flowers and the simple techniques that make a bouquet look natural, balanced and long lasting. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as anyone wanting to improve their flower arranging skills. All materials and refreshments are included, making it a perfect way to enjoy the flowers, learn something new and spend time in the countryside. When booking your Bluecoats 15% discount is already applied.

Sat 8 AugThe Cut Flower Garden(4.7mi)

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