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Sussex: News - October 2025
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It’s Fe-Fi-Fo-Fun at Hastings White Rock this Christmas
7th October 2025
He’s behind you! Oh no he isn’t… he’s climbing the beanstalk! This Christmas, Polka Dot Pantomimes and The White Rock Theatre Hastings bring you the giant of all pantos – Jack and the Beanstalk! Starring the hilarious Richard Blackwood (EastEnders, Hollyoaks, Shrek the...
Family fun this October at Bluebell Railway
7th October 2025
This October, the Bluebell Railway is set to thrill visitors with a line-up of exciting events, perfect for families looking for memorable outings. The highlight of the month is undoubtedly the new Ghost Train event, a thrilling Halloween adventure that promises spine-tingling fun for all ages. Recommended...
Flyaway Katie - a magical flight of fancy about the power of imagination
7th October 2025
Katie is all alone and feeling grey. The birds in the picture on her wall look so colourful - if only Katie could be as bright as them, who knows what might happen? By the makers of Shoe Baby, Long Nose Puppets present Flyaway Katie at Komedia Brighton this Christmas, an inspiring flight of fancy...
Fontwell Park’s Spooky Spectacular Fireworks arrives on Saturday 1st November
7th October 2025
Fontwell Park is turning up the Halloween fun with their Spooky Spectacular Fireworks on Saturday 1st November. It’s a family-friendly evening packed with fairground rides, spooky surprises, tasty street food and drinks, all leading up to a jaw-dropping fireworks finale over the racecourse. Whether...
More Fun than Frights at Middle Farm this Halloween!
7th October 2025
From Saturday 25th October until Saturday 1st November - join the Open Farm for a Monster Bash with undercover pumpkin picking in the Pumpkin Barn, Halloween crafts, face painting and ghostly games. With the usual fun on the Farm - enjoy the under 5s' Play Area, walk the Farm Trail and play in...
Something for all the family at Paradise Park
7th October 2025
Paradise Park offers a fantastic day out for all generations across 10 acres of gardens, attractions, and play. Discover the Planet Earth Museum, filled with fascinating fossils, minerals, and crystals, and stroll the Sussex History Trail. Explore the stunning Sussex Plant House, designed by Chelsea...
Calling all animal lovers!
7th October 2025
Visit Raystede this October half term for their free Family Learning Days. On Wednesday 29th and Thursday 30th October, learn all about guinea pigs via a fun family trail and find out how to keep them happy and healthy! * What do they need in their home? * Why do they need to chew all the time? *...
Spell Quest at Bodiam Castle
7th October 2025
Calling all young witches and wizards! This autumn, join a spellbinding quest at Bodiam Castle, where magical creatures like dragons and mermaids await. Take part in enchanting games and activities to unlock your own magical powers, just in time for the grand spell-casting finale. Plus, this year brings...
The Elf on the Shelf® at Sheffield Park and Garden this Christmas!
7th October 2025
Visit Sheffield Park and Garden this Christmas for The Elf on the Shelf® Christmas trail! Discover twelve hand-painted sculptures around the garden as you take in the glorious wintry scenes and delight in festive family games and activities. Warm up with a hot chocolate and mince pie at festive...
Prepare for a magical Christmas adventure with Worthing's 2025 pantomime, Cinderella!
6th October 2025
Join Worthing Theatres and Museum as they follow the enchanting journey of Cinderella, a kind and courageous young woman whose dreams of happiness are threatened by her wicked stepsisters. Will the Evil Sisters thwart her path to true love with the dashing Prince Charming? Or will the sparkling magic...
Blast off into Space this Autumn!
6th October 2025
Blast off into space this autumn at the South Downs Planetarium, Chichester - a destination for all ages. Relax and enjoy stunning fulldome images and videos as expert lecturers guide you on a breathtaking journey through the universe. The Planetarium is hosting public shows and special events, including...
Family Fun at The Hawth This Autumn
6th October 2025
There’s lots of fun to be had for families this Autumn at The Hawth. The Natural History Museum Presents Dinosaurs Live will take audiences on a prehistoric adventure not to be missed, and budding young performers can spend half term at the wickedly fantastical Witches and Wizards Musical Workshop...
Cool 4 School Clubs – Beyond the School Gates
6th October 2025
At Cool 4 School Clubs, they believe that the school day doesn’t end at the gates, but that they represent the beginning of new opportunities. The after-school and holiday clubs go beyond convenience, offering children aged 4-12 a place to grow, thrive, and have fun. From sports and dodgeball to...
Help Your Child Shine with Confidence at Razzamataz Theatre Schools
6th October 2025
Razzamataz Theatre Schools believe every child has a spark of potential just waiting to shine. Their performing arts classes aren’t just about singing, dancing, and acting — they’re about helping young people grow in self-belief, resilience, and confidence that lasts a lifetime. For...
Reindeer Run: Festive fun for everyone!
6th October 2025
A fun and easy fundraising activity to get your child’s school or nursery involved in this season, whilst supporting St Catherine’s Hospice. Once signed up, helpful materials like their Reindeer Run Teacher’s Toolkit and a Festive Fun pack full of Christmas themed activities...
Half Term at Nymans and Standen
6th October 2025
A spooky Halloween is to be had at Nymans with plenty of Halloween themed fun and games and a free family trail around the garden. Spot the pumpkin faces, find the witches' hats and a bubbling cauldron. Normal garden admission applies. At Standen find yourself going on a Ghost Hunt. Based on the...
'Super Natural' Adventure at WWT Arundel
6th October 2025
From 25th October - 2nd November, families can weave a little magic into their day by designing a willow wand to cast spells, discovering the mysteries of wetland plants to make magical potions and searching for spotted tops and amazing giant domes on a fungi hunt. Capturing the memories of their...
Hauntingly Historic Half Term
6th October 2025
Explore Ritual Marks and Hidden Objects this October half term at the Weald & Downland Living Museum. Follow the trail, hear ghostly tales and take part in craft activities. Also, on Friday 31st October if you are looking for something special, spooky and uniquely different to do to celebrate...
Enjoy Autumn at Amberley Museum
6th October 2025
Amberley Museum is the perfect place to enjoy autumn with a line-up of unique events for all ages. From 11th–12th October, the museum transforms into a fantastical world for Steampunk at Amberley, with incredible costumes, quirky stalls, and music. Autumn Industrial Trains on 19th October offers...
Choosing a Secondary School? The School Compass can help
5th October 2025
For many families, the autumn term brings one of the most important milestones: applying for secondary school. With the deadline for applications fast approaching, it’s natural to feel uncertain, especially with so many factors to weigh up, from distance and transport to academic results, extracurriculars...
Explore Burgess Hill Girls!
4th October 2025
Choosing the right school is a big decision. The weekly Open Mornings every Friday* offer the perfect opportunity to experience the warm, vibrant and successful community at the school, which is dedicated to developing 'Tomorrow's Women', for girls aged 4-18. It’s never too early...
The Elf on the Shelf® at Sheffield Park and Garden this Christmas!
3rd October 2025
Visit Sheffield Park and Garden this Christmas for The Elf on the Shelf® Christmas trail! Discover twelve hand-painted sculptures around the garden as you take in the glorious wintry scenes and delight in festive family games and activities. Warm up with a hot chocolate and mince pie at festive...
St Catherine’s Hospice sets out new five year strategy
2nd October 2025
Local charity, St Catherine’s Hospice has today unveiled a new five year strategy to protect and strengthen specialist end of life care for local people, despite continuing financial pressures. The plan has been shaped by the voices of patients, families, staff, volunteers and supporters, and...
Reindeer Run: Festive fun for everyone!
1st October 2025
A fun and easy fundraising activity to get your child’s school or nursery involved in this season, whilst supporting St Catherine’s Hospice. Once signed up, helpful materials like their Reindeer Run Teacher’s Toolkit and a Festive Fun pack full of Christmas themed activities will...