This is not the current diary. It’s an example of some events we have had. Members receive a current diary by email twice a month. 

Take a look at some of our activities.

Day Time Where & Post Code Whats On
Sun 19:00 Palmeira Pub Cromwell Road Hove BN3 3ES Philosophy in Pubs – What is Success?
Sun 19:45 Theatre Royal Brighton Stones in His Pockets –  See what happens when a major Hollywood film studio descends upon a small village in County Kerry, through the eyes of two aspiring Irish Movie extras Jake and Charlie. Performed in almost every country in the world. Stones in His Pockets is a hilarious and sometimes poignant tale which stands out as one of the funniest and moving plays of its time. special Dail Telegraph deal of £15 for this date only. They won’t hold seats so contact Tricia now so see if there are still seats available. Perhaps something to eat beforehand.
Tue 19:00 Cineworld Crawley RH10 8LR A Steet Car named Desire from the Young National Vic –  Running time 240 mins. Adults £18, seniors £15.50  but  10% cheaper if you book on line. Unlimited £8. As you now have to select your seat when booking the only way to get seats together is if one of us makes the booking so, if you wish to go please contact me 4 days before the event.  Once you have booked, you will then be liable for payment to me. If you prefer to book yourself and are happy that you may not be sitting together but just want to meet up for a drink beforehand, then please contact me.
Wed 12:30 Eight Bells, The Street, Bolney, RH17 5QW  Mid Week Lunch – A friendly group of people enjoying lunch.  Starter £2.50, Main £5.00, dessert £2.50  .  Just add service & drinks.  Contact Bob to book.
Wed 19:30 The Regency Town House 13 Bunswick Square, Hove, BN3 1EH Regency House Film Night – The War on Screen : Film and cinema in Sussex during the Great War – Admission £6. Please reserve your place by emailing office@rth.org.uk asap. Wine and refreshments available. Meet Heather there at 19:00
Thu 10:30 Crawley RH11 7WA A half day (morning only) walk near Crawley –  Meet at Worth Church in Street Hill (just off the B2036 Balcombe Road) Approx 6 miles finish by 1pm fairly easy.
Thu 19:30 St Botolph’s church Lansdowne Road worthing BN11 4LY A Concert of Operatic Arias duets and Arts songs – Handel, Bach, Mozart, Rossini,Faure and others. Free admission. Retiring collection
Thu 19:30 Cineworld Crawley RH10 8LR Madam Butterfly on Sydney Harbour – Cineworld Card holder £5 or £10.40 if you buy on line. Please note that you now have to choose your seat, so you may not be sitting with others going if you are not booking on block. If you are going and want to meet up in the foyer, then please ring  and let Sandie know before the day
Fri 19:45 The Theatre Royal Brighton The Illegal Eagles – are now established as the world’s ultimate tribute to The Eagles. Their ability to capture the emotion of Don Henley’s vocal deliveries has ensured that critical and audience acclaim has been unanimous. This latest production features all the classics Take it Easy, Hotel California, Take it to the Limit, Lyin Eyes and a whole lot more. Tickets £24.50 tickets will sell fast so book ASAP
Sat 11:00 – 13:00 Shoreham venue TBA Poetry Workshop – We will study some love poems, discuss how we feel about them and finally try to write a poem. £4 pp
Sun 10:30 Plumpton Green BN7 3BW A walk in the Low Weald with nice views of the South Downs – It starts from Plumpton Green – which is between Burgess Hill and Lewes. Park in the recreation ground opposite the railway station. Morning easy, afternoon moderate.
Wed 19:30 The Regency Town House 13 Bunswick Square, Hove, BN3 1EH Regency House Film Night – Filmed in Brighton & Hove : The Gelignite Gang made in 1954. It includes an unusual amount of location shooting in Kemp Town and Central Hove – places not seen on film before or since. Admission £6. Please reserve your place by emailing office@rth.org.uk asap. Wine and refreshments available. Meet Heather there at 19:00
Wed 20:15 The Burlington Hotel, Marine Parade, Worthing BN11 3QL Join Jane for drinks
Thu 19:30 Hove Place 1st Avenue Hove Meet Barbara, Sue and Brenda for a pub get together.  Food available, Italian garden, friendly atmosphere.
Fri 14:00 The Corn Exchange Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE Brighton Art Fair – Popular annual event with a wide variety of art works to suit every taste. Meet at the door at 2pm. £6.50 at door or £5 in advance from box office. Possible tea afterwards. Pleae contact Jennifer if you are going.
Fri 19:00 My Thai 14 High Street Crawley, RH10 1BT Join Gill & Val for their end of month meal – Please book to ensure a place.
Sat 10:30 Crowborough TN6 1XE Have your Pooh sticks ready for a scenic walk on Ashdown Forest – It starts a couple of miles west of Crowborough at Black Hill car park, this is on the B2188 about half a mile north of the B2026 junction. Morning easy, afternoon more demanding.
Sat Cardiff  2 day weekend to Cardiff for Welsh Banquet in Cardiff Castle –  and visit to St Fagan’s open Welsh air folk museum. £145 twin room or £165 single room
Sun 09:30 Cambridge Day Trip to Cambridge –  Plenty to do and see visit the colleges, punting on the river, markets, cafes, bars, restaurants. The coach will be leaving Burgess Hill at 9.30 and returning about 19:30 which will give you about 6 hours in Cambridge. Cost £15 pp
Sun 12:30 The Snowdrop 119 South Street Lewes BN7 2BU Join Barbara for Sunday Lunch at this lovely pub in Lewes.
Sun 18:30 Capitol Theatre Horsham North Street Horsham RH12 1RG Billy Elliott the musical live – for one day only. Tickets £14 concessions £12. Book your own ticket  http://www.thecapitolhorsham.com/ 01403 750220 Eve is sitting in M16. Meet in bar at 18.00 for a drink and perhaps a drink afterwards. Let Eve know if you are going.
Wed Krakow Holiday to Krakow 5 days/4 nights – Fly from Gatwick to Krakow £499 sharing twin room. For further details contact Maureen.
Thu 10:30 Framfield TN22 5PA A nice walk mainly through farmland and paddocks –  It starts from Framfield (about 2 miles east of Uckfield). Park in Beckets Way or one of the adjoining streets. Moderate.
Fri 11:00 Lindfield Golf Club East Mascalls Lane Lindfield RH16 2QN The Group Golf Society (GG’s) – £12.50 to play 18 holes. Please email Margaret if you would like to play.
Sat 11:00 Highdown Hill Ferring BN12 6PF A Hill top walk with beautiful downland and coastal views – optional walk around Highdown Gardens with refreshments available at Highdown Hotel. Easy walk with slight gradient, about 3 miles (1.5 hrs). Meet in the car park.
Sat 19:00 Chiddingly Village Hall BN8 6HE Chiddingly Festival Fiesta –  Featured bands, DJ’s light and sounds to wonder. Meow Meows are headlining with their infectious ska, funk and soul will turn the dial up. Supporting are the fabulous Ouse Samba – Carnival Beats, dancing grooves, high energy. DJ’s will spin tunes in and around the evening. Food will be available and a well stocked bar with the legendary Fiesta Punch. It’s a great night booking advised. All welcome. Bar 19:00 starts 20:00. Tickets £10 from 01825 872401 (7-9pm) from 1st Sept or book online www.chiddinglyfestival.co.uk. Please book your own tickets but contact Sue to arrange meet up point.
Sat 19;00 The Grand Hotel Brighton Saltdean Lido Gala Ball – Special guest Chris Difford of Squeeze – unplugged. Heather and Ellen are booking a table and invites anyone who would like to support the Lido fundraising event to email Ellen. Tickets £60 pp more information www.saldeanlido.co.uk
Sun 10:30 Danehill RH17 7JB A hilly walk with fine views – starting from the village of Danehill, which is on the A275 mid-way between Forest Row and Chailey. Turn into the lane which leads to Chelwood Common and park by the recreation ground.
Sun 11:00 The Ropetackle Shoreham High Street BN43 5EG Jazz at The Ropetackle – Meet in café at 10.30 coffee/ croissants available in café/take in to show. Buy your own tickets £9 from Ropetackle 01273 464440 but let Jane know you are going. Show lasts about 2 hours
Sun 14:30 Polegate Poetry Reading Group – For anyone who enjoys poetry. If you would like to know more please contact Bette.
Sun 15:00 Geoff’s house in Steyning Wine Tasting with Guest Speaker and Buffet – Introduction by guest speaker to the world of wine and tasting of 8 quality wines and buffet. Limited to 16 members. Cost £10 Volunteers to make tea and coffee appreciated.
Thu 19:30 Memories of India 9B The Boardwalk, Brighton Marina, Brighton BN2 5WA Curry Night with Heather – please email if you wish to book
Thu 19:30 The Old Market Place 11A Upper Market Street, Hove BN3 1AS Danny Bhoy – Please Untick This Box – comedian – tickets £15 call 01273 201801 or book online from TOM’s Box Office. Please call Gillian if you would like to meet for dinner first at the Hove Kitchen at 17:30 so she can book a table.
Sat 10:30 Fletching TN22 3ST A walk from the Ouse valley up into Ashdown Forest – It starts from Fletching (near Sheffield Park – can be accessed from A275 or A272) Meet at the little car park opposite the Griffin Inn. Morning fairly demanding, afternoon moderate.
Sat 18:30 Beethoven Suite, Hickstead Showground Hickstead Yellow Ribbon Ball – In aid of saving Sussex Villages and Countryside. Live music, Art Sale, Tree of Life Raffle, Auction of Promises and sumptious 3 course meal.  Black tie and glam for the girls. Tickets £55. Carraiges 1pm A great night of food, wine and entertainment.
Sun 19:00 Palmeira Pub Cromwell Road Hove BN3 3ES Philosophy in Pubs – Where does justice end and revenge begin?
Sun 19:30 The Black Horse High Street Findon BN14 0SX Skittles – £3 – £6 depending on numbers.
Wed 12:30 Eight Bells, The Street, Bolney, RH17 5QW  Mid Week Lunch – A friendly group of people enjoying lunch.  Starter £2.50, Main £5.00, dessert £2.50  .  Just add service & drinks.  Contact Bob to book.
Fri 19:15 Little Bay Restaurant 60 – 64 Kings Road Brighton BN1 1NA Dinner with Opera – 2 courses £9.99 , 3 courses £11.90. Very popular event so please pay deposit to Jane by 10th October
Sat 11:00 Chrissie’s House Brighton Open Book Group – Bring along a book that you have enjoyed and would like to talk aboutand share with others and maybe go somewhere for lunch afterwards. Please ring for details
Sat 19:30 Ye John Selden Worthing BN13 2HN Charity Dance – Proceeds to St Barnabas Hospice. Pay bar. Tickets £5 to be bought in advance, all ticket nos will go into a draw for a bottle of champagne.
Fri 20:30 The Black Horse High Street Rottingdean A great pub with live music and fantastic atmosphere. Please let me know if you are coming along.
Wed 19:30 Chilli Pickle 17 Jubilee Street Brighton Curry Night with Heather – please email if you wish to book
Sun 19:00 Palmeira Pub Cromwell Road Hove BN3 3ES Philosophy in Pubs – What is freedom and are we free?
Sun Vilamoura Portugal Golfing Holiday to Portugal – 7 nights in 5* hotel on B & B basis including 4 rounds of golf and transfers. Twin room £395, single room £525. Flight on Easyjet approx £80 + baggage, Hire of clubs from 35 euros pw
Fri Great yarmouth 4 day coach trip to Gt Yarmouth – incuding a visit to the Thursford Spectacular, billed as the largest Christmas Cabaret show in the Country. 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast plus festive Christmas entertainment in the Victoria Hotel (www.hotelvictoria.org.uk) Price £285 in single room – £255 in twin room. Early booking essential as Thursford tickets sell out very quickly. (www.thursford.com). coach collects from Worthing, Brighton, Hickstead and Pease Pottage area.
Sat 11:00 Chrissie’s House Brighton Open Book Group – Bring along a book that you have enjoyed and would like to talk aboutand share with others and maybe go somewhere for lunch afterwards. Please ring for details
Wed 12:30 Eight Bells, The Street, Bolney, RH17 5QW  Mid Week Lunch – A friendly group of people enjoying lunch.  Starter £2.50, Main £5.00, dessert £2.50  .  Just add service & drinks.  Contact Bob to book.
Sat 19:30 Capitol Theatre Horsham North Street Horsham RH12 1RG Horsham Symphony Orchestra – Tickets £14 (£12 60+) This is a lovely evening and very popular so will sell out, front seats and circle remaining. Buy your own ticket and meet in bar at 19:00. Let Eve know if you are going.
Sat 19:00 for 20:00 Copethorn Hotel Effingham RH10 3EU Charity Dinner & Dance – dancing til 1am with Maybe Gold. Tickets £35 Proceeds to Crawley Hospital League of Friends, St Catherines Hospice and Manor Green Primary School
Fri 20:00 The Ropetackle Arts Centre 90 High Street Shoreham BN43 5DB Kate’s Kitchen Band Christmas Ceildh – Book your own ticket on 01273 464440 or http://ropetacklecentre.co.uk/booking/ Let Joan know if you are going.
Sun 19:00 Palmeira Pub Cromwell Road Hove BN3 3ES Philosophy in Pubs – Is it ok to cheat?
Fri 11:45 for 12 Noon The Gallery Restaurant City College Whitecross Street, Brighton Christmas Lunch –  3 courses plus tea/coffee £18. Payment with booking please.
Tue 19:30 The Bali Brasserie Kingsway Court, First Avenue, Hove BN3 2LR Christmas Curry with Heather – £8.95 for 2 courses. Book at the November club night because of limit on numbers or email.
Thu 19:45 Theatre Royal Brighton One man two Guvnors – Stalls tickets  £25 payment by 18th August