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Friday, 13 October 2023 09:00

By Adele Trathan

Check out these upcoming spotlight events across Sussex.

The Battle of Hastings, Battle Abbey

Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th October

The one and only Battle of Hastings re-enactment returns for 2023. Taking place on the very spot where King Harold and Duke William fought in 1066, don't miss over 300 reenactors recreate the drama and intensity of this legendary conflict. Adventure into the encampments of the armies on either side of the historic battlefield, meet falconers and their majestic birds of prey, or take a wander through the historical market.

There's lots for kids to enjoy, from storytelling and have a go archery, to becoming a Norman or Saxon soldier in our sword schools. And of course, in the re-enactment itself, watch a gripping battle unfold, as our Norman and Saxon armies bring the story of 1066 to life.

Book online, save 10%

www.english-heritage.org.uk/battle

Autumn Glory at High Beeches

Open every day 1pm to 5pm to end of October, closed on Wednesdays.

Open to end of Oct

A beautiful woodland and water garden in the heart of the Sussex Weald, High Beeches is a place of great beauty and tranquility to be enjoyed in all seasons. October is a particularly special time to wander through the peaceful woodland glades and take in the spectacular colours of the many mature acers, nyssas and liquidambers in their vivid autumn glory. Planted against a background of rare conifers it is a sight not to be missed.

Takeaway tea, coffee and cake available in the Gate Lodge.

www.highbeeches.com

High Beeches Lane, Handcross RH17 6HQ

Horsham Artists Art Fair

Saturday 14^th October, 10am to 5pm & Sunday 15^th October, 10am to 4pm

This will be the largest and most exciting Art Fair yet with 44 participating artists and makers, many new this year, displaying their work across two exhibition spaces. The range includes painters, sculptors, ceramicists, jewellers, fabric designers and upcyclers. As well as amazing array of art and craft, the fair offers the opportunity to attend a programme of fascinating talks and demos by some of the participating artists.

Entry £3 – free for under 18s. Parking and refreshments.

www.horshamartists.org

Parkside, Chart Way, Horsham, RH12 1XH

Model Railway Exhibition

Saturday 21st and Sunday 22^nd October, 10am – 5pm

This annual event at the Civic Centre in Uckfield is a show for all the family. Now in its 38th year, this model railway exhibition is sure to delight all ages. There will be over a dozen high-quality layouts plus trade and demonstration stands. Adults £9, children go free: up to two children aged 5 – 15 inclusive will be admitted free if accompanied by an adult. Unaccompanied and additional children £4. Under 5s free.

Uckfield Civic Centre, Civic Approach, Uckfield TN22 1AE

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