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Eighth Sunday after Trinity Service

Eighth Sunday after Trinity Service - Sunday 26th July 2026 Occurring for 1 hour Venue St. Peter's Twineham Address St. Peter's Twineham, Church Lane, Twineham, West Sussex., RH17 5NR, United Kingdom An Eighth Sunday after Trinity Service will be held on Sunday 26th July 2026 at St. Peter's Twineham at 10.00a.m. Do join us - you will most welcome. Event held in a Church Choir Eucharist/Holy Communion Hymns Refreshments

Sun 26 Jul11:00Albourne (parish)(3.1mi)

via Albourne (parish)Curated

Community

Around £5.00

Relaxed Film: A Street Cat Named Bob

‘You're my best friend…‘‘So what number life are you on? I'm on my ninth’ Based on the true-story best-selling book written by former busker and drug addict James Bowen. On moving into a new council flat, James discovers a cat rifling through his food. After being put out, the cat later returns nursing a wounded leg, and so begins a relationship as James and Bob the Cat help each other through some very difficult times ahead. Relaxed viewing films are open to everyone, but the softer lighting and relaxed layout make them particularly suitable for people with memory loss or dementia. This film is sponsored by the McLay Dementia Trust. Cert 12A, duration 98 mins. Shown with subtitles. Monday 27th July/2pm/£5.00 includes refreshments/Carers free The post Relaxed Film: A Street Cat Named Bob appeared first on Ropetackle Arts Centre.

Mon 27 JulRopetackle Arts Centre(5mi)

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Age is a Stage: Drama workshop for over 50s

Workshops & Classes

Around £10.00 – £11.00

Age is a Stage: Drama workshop for over 50s

Age is a Stage will reignite your creative spark to help you feel forever young! These interactive drama sessions take place in our theatre and are open to all regardless of experience. Participants are encouraged to have fun, break the rules, be silly and playful and look at the world with a fresh perspective unclouded by routine and social media! Open to everyone age 50+ Weekly on Tuesdays at 10.30am. The post Age is a Stage: Drama workshop for over 50s appeared first on Ropetackle Arts Centre.

Tue 28 JulRopetackle Arts Centre(5mi)

via Ropetackle Arts Centre

Community

Around £8.00

Evening Film: Hamnet

Period drama Hamnet is a heart-wrenching tale of transformational love for Agnes Hathaway, as her husband and father to Hamnet, Shakespeare, moves from budding playwright to Globe success with Hamlet. This sumptuous and evocative interpretation of Maggie O’ Farrell’s best-selling novel is an emotional rollercoaster of magical courtship, painful chid birth, and child-death anxiety in a time of plague. Jessie Buckley’s Oscar-nominated performance is a tour de force while director Chloe Zhao wrings every ounce of emotion in this beautiful exploration of both mother and fatherhood. Bring your hankies! Cert 12A The post Evening Film: Hamnet appeared first on Ropetackle Arts Centre.

Tue 28 JulRopetackle Arts Centre(5mi)

via Ropetackle Arts Centre

Community

National Chicken Wing Day

Quigleys Delicatessen hasn't given us the full script, but National Chicken Wing Day has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Wed 29 JulQuigleys Delicatessen(2.8mi)

via Quigleys DelicatessenLocal gem

Songs of Summer, ft. Chris Coull Quartet with Ela Southgate

Community

Around £15.00

Songs of Summer, ft. Chris Coull Quartet with Ela Southgate

Join acclaimed vocalist Ela Southgate and The Chris Coull Quintet for a special evening celebrating the “Songs of the Summer.” From the cool sway of Brazilian bossa nova to the sparkle of swinging jazz standards, Ela will take you on a journey filled with love, laughter, and irresistibly toe-tapping tunes. Featuring: Chris Coull – trumpet & flugelhorn Matt Wall – guitar Dan Sheppard – double bass Joe Edwards – drums An unforgettable night of rhythm, warmth, and timeless melodies awaits. The post Songs of Summer, ft. Chris Coull Quartet with Ela Southgate appeared first on Ropetackle Arts Centre.

Wed 29 JulRopetackle Arts Centre(5mi)

via Ropetackle Arts Centre

U3A Monthly Meeting – The World’s Most Travelled Man

Community

Around £4

U3A Monthly Meeting – The World’s Most Travelled Man

A Life in Travel by the World’s most travelled Man A presentation by Fred Finn Fred Finn is recognised by Guinness World Records as the world’s most travelled man, having logged over 15 million miles and 718 flights on the Concorde. Finn has visited over 150 countries and spent roughly 30,000 hours in the air. Cost: Members: FREE | Non-members £4 (including refreshments)

Fri 31 Jul15:00The Shoreham Centre(4.9mi)

via The Shoreham Centre

U3A Monthly Meeting – Antarctica: A Journey to the Last Great Wilderness

Community

Around £4

U3A Monthly Meeting – Antarctica: A Journey to the Last Great Wilderness

Antarctica: A Journey to the Last Great Wilderness A presentation by David Gill David will explain the unique geography and landscapes of Antarctica and the diverse wildlife and their role in the Antarctic ecosystem. You will gain insights into the challenges posed by the rough waters of the Drake Passage for travellers and learn about daily life onboard an expedition ship and, adventurous excursions off board. David will also explain the role of citizen science projects in the collection of primary data. David will explain the environmental threats facing Antarctica due to climate change and tourism impact, and how current scientific efforts and the Antarctic Treaty in preserving this fragile ecosystem. Cost: Members: FREE | Non-members £4 (including refreshments)

Fri 31 Jul15:00The Shoreham Centre(4.9mi)

via The Shoreham Centre

Community

Saturday – The Great American Songbook

Songs performed by ALAN LEITH (actor/singer) & MARIA DUNN (piano).

Sat 1 AugSt. Mary's House & Gardens(2.4mi)

via St. Mary's House & GardensLocal gem

Community

Finals night

Coral Sussex Cup Final - £10,000 to the winner

Sat 1 AugCorals Greyhound Stadium(4.5mi)

via Corals Greyhound StadiumLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Teatime Worship

A short and simple act of worship with story and song, particularly aimed at primary and pre-school aged children and their adults. Followed by a sandwich tea and refreshments. 1st Sunday of the month at 4.00pm in St Mary's Church.

Sun 2 Aug16:00St Mary's Church(5mi)

via St Mary's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Around £180.00

Colour and Light in the Landscape 2026

Online Course Time: August 5th - 7th ( Wednesday - Friday ) 10am - 12:30pm each day. This 3 day live online course is suitable for any students who have attended the two day Colour and Light courses that Emily and Katie have run from the Truleigh Centre on the South Downs either in 2025 or 2026 AND for anyone who has purchased the pre-recorded films of ‘Colour and Light in the Landscape’. The freshness, freedom and immediacy of the studies made in situ are qualities that are often wished for in sustained and finished paintings. The studies are not there to be copied but to be used as inspiration and triggers for new work. This course is all about unpacking and using the content in these studies to make new painted studies and work towards finished paintings. The colours, marks, layers and memories are material to play and invent with. They have become your landscape for you to walk through and explore. They are reminders of the sensations, the light, the weather and the feelings of being out on the hill. Emily and Katie will demonstrate and provide processes that will enable you to explore the possibilities in the studies to make new work using either acrylics or oils on canvas, board or paper. Experimentation with paint, tools and mark making will help everyone find the necessary language to make powerful and exciting paintings. See Course Details for more information.

Wed 5 Aug11:00Painting Courses with Emily Ball(4mi)

via Painting Courses with Emily BallLocal gem

Live Music

Around £1

Shoreham Record Fair

Saturday 8th August, 10am-2pm. £1 Admission (with free 7″) from 10am-12pm Free admission after 12pm. Vinyl, CDs and Music Memorabilia To sell your collection or to book a table, please.

Sat 8 Aug11:00The Shoreham Centre(4.9mi)

via The Shoreham Centre

Community

Mothers' Union - Shoreham by Sea

Come along to the Parish Office for tea/coffee, cake, and a chat. All are welcome, you do not have to be a member. Let’s see how many of us can enjoy getting together. MU is a Christian organisation which promotes well-being of families, worldwide. Our group at St Mary's meets on 2nd Monday of each month. We (MU) started out as a Christian group to support mothers and families and that remains at the core of our work and guiding principles, but we welcome you to join us whoever you are - you don’t have to have children, be married, be a woman, or be a churchgoer. There are different ways to belong depending on what works best for you. Make

Mon 10 Aug11:00St Mary's Church(5mi)

via St Mary's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Weaving Magic - Summer Scenes

Spend a creative day with expert weaver and colour enthusiast Theresa Sundt, as you learn the art of weaving in this inspiring one-day workshop creating a beautiful summer scene wall hanging. This relaxing and hands-on course introduces essential weaving techniques, helping you develop new skills while enjoying a truly creative experience. Whether you’re new to weaving or looking to explore your artistic side, this workshop is the perfect way to unwind and create something special. “I enjoyed this course so much – it was incredibly relaxing and meditative. Also, Theresa was such a joyous person, I loved her!!” Louisa Plan of the Day: You will be welcomed with refreshments before Theresa starts the course with a brief talk and introduction to weaving and the range of materials available to use during the day. Theresa will explore with you different ideas for your piece and various weaving techniques for you to use in creating your unique design. A whole range of material will be available for you to use and experiment with throughout the day. Theresa, will demonstrate the basic weaving techniques and how to enhance your design with woven embroidery, and she will support you as you use a loom frame to create your design. By the end of the day your finished woven piece will be ready to take home and hang on your wall. Tutor: Theresa has a BA in Creative Arts and History of Art from the University of Haifa and the Mc Gill University in Montreal.

Tue 11 Aug11:00Sussex Garden School(4.5mi)

via Sussex Garden School

Community

Around £100

Pints & Points – Monthly Pub Quiz

Think you’ve got what it takes to reign supreme in the realm of trivia? Round up your smartest mates and join us for the launch of Pints & Points – your new favourite monthly pub quiz at The White Hart! Free Entry Max 6 per team £100 Bar Tab for the winning team Great drinks, cracking questions, and top banter guaranteed! Tag your team, spread the word, and get down early to grab a table

Wed 12 Aug20:00The White Hart(1.9mi)

via The White Hart

Workshops & Classes

Design and Plant Your Own Garden - 2 Day Course

This 2 day course is taking place on Friday August 14th and August 28th Design & Plant Your Own Garden with multi-award winning garden designer Juliet Sargeant – A complete design & planting course for a medium to large garden You can see some of the gardens that Juliet Sargeant has designed here: Juliet Sargeant Garden Designs Learn to design your own garden….just the way you want it! Getting the layout of your garden right is the key to enjoying it for years to come. Make sure that you have enough space for sitting, playing, relaxing and also make sure that your plants are in the right place, so they can thrive and perform to their best. Looking to brighten up your garden through the darker months? Learn how to plant for year-round interest with practical, seasonal advice at Sussex Garden School. Subjects covered on Day 1 – 14th August Garden styles Money-saving tips The design process Surveying and analysing your site Your garden brief Putting everything in the right place (a functional layout plan) The master-plan Hard landscaping materials Getting your garden built on a budget By the end of day 1 you will: • Understand how to survey and analyse your garden site • Have completed a basic design layout exercise, which you can then apply to your own garden • Considered suitable hard landscaping materials for your garden Subjects covered on Day 2 – 28th August During Day 2 Juliet will explain how to design the planting for your garden to achieve colour, interest and...

Fri 14 Aug11:00Sussex Garden School(4.5mi)

via Sussex Garden School

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Venues with events near Small Dole

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

The White Hart1.9 miles away St. Mary's House & Gardens2.4 miles away Quigleys Delicatessen2.8 miles away

More about Small Dole

West Sussex, England

Small Dole sits quietly in West Sussex and manages to punch well above its weight for things on a Friday night. The Fox has been serving up local talent and good food for years without needing to shout about it. It is not far from the coast, which helps when you want fresh air after a pint. Pub quizzes pop up through the week and the odd open mic night keeps things interesting. Near Here pulls it all into one place so you are not stuck checking a dozen websites on a Sunday evening.

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