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Sussex Events Guide — November 2025

  • Writer: Dominic Kureen
    Dominic Kureen
  • 10 hours ago
  • 2 min read
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A host of Autumnal events are taking place across Sussex this month.


Here are some of our picks to keep an eye out for!


Remember Nature 2025 – Pebble Drawing Workshop

  • When: Tuesday 4 November 2025, 10:30 am – 1:00 pm

  • Where: De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, East Sussex

  • Cost: Free (booking required)

  • What’s on: Join artist Nancy Odufona for a stroll along Bexhill promenade collecting pebbles, then return to draw them using oil pastels and watercolours. The resulting works will form a collaborative mural celebrating the coastline.


Angels’ Den Sussex 2025

  • When: Thursday 6 November 2025, 6:30 pm

  • Where: i360 Tower, Brighton, Sussex

  • Cost: Ticketed (via Eventbrite)

  • What’s on: Ten local charities pitch their ideas on stage with the hope of gaining funding and support. Expect inspiring stories, audience engagement, and a chance to help community causes.


Five Trails Ultra & Three Trails Half (Petworth)

  • When: Saturday 8 November 2025

  • Where: Petworth, West Sussex

  • Cost: Entry fee (varies by distance)

  • What’s on: A running event offering multiple distances (half marathon, ultra, etc.) through scenic trails in the Sussex countryside — ideal for trail-running enthusiasts.


Rye Bonfire & Fireworks

  • When: Saturday 15 November 2025, procession from ~7:50 pm

  • Where: Rye, East Sussex

  • Cost: Typically free (donation or collections)

  • What’s on: A torchlit procession through Rye leads to a dramatic bonfire (complete with boat burning) and a fireworks display. It’s one of Sussex’s most beloved Bonfire Night traditions.


Saturday Table Sale & Street Markets (Hastings / St Leonards)

  • When: Saturday 1 November 2025, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm

  • Where: Kings Road, St Leonards-on-Sea & venues in Hastings

  • Cost: Free entry (costs apply to stallholders)

  • What’s on: A mix of secondhand treasures, crafts, food stalls and local produce. Great for browsing, bargain hunting, and supporting local makers.


Michelham Priory Christmas Fayre

  • When: Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 November 2025, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

  • Where: Michelham Priory House & Gardens, East Sussex

  • Cost: Admission to priory + event fee (check site)

  • What’s on: Step into the festive spirit with artisans, seasonal crafts, food stalls, live music and Christmas-themed displays among the historic priory grounds.


Glow Wild at Wakehurst

  • When: Thursday 27 November 2025 (evening)

  • Where: Wakehurst, near Haywards Heath, West Sussex

  • Cost: Ticketed event

  • What’s on: A magical illuminated walk through woodland and gardens, combining light installations, soundscapes and nature in an immersive after-dark experience.


Leonardslee Lights

  • When: Friday 28 November – Monday 30 December 2025 (evenings)

  • Where: Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, Horsham, West Sussex

  • Cost: Ticketed

  • What’s on: A festive lights trail through enchanting gardens, featuring illuminated displays, seasonal lighting effects and family-friendly sparkle.

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