October Spotlight Events 3/3

Monday, 30 October 2023 09:00

By Adele Trathan

Check out these upcoming spotlight events across Sussex.

IACF Ardingly Antiques Fair

Tuesday 7th November, 9am to 5pm & Wednesday 8th November, 8am to 4pm

Discover timeless treasures at the IACF Ardingly Antiques Fair this November! Immerse yourself in a captivating world of vintage elegance and unique finds. Held at the South of England Showground with an impressive line-up of hundreds of stalls, this event is a must do for beginners, enthusiasts and collectors alike. Don't miss this chance to indulge your passion for the past and embrace the allure of timeless craftsmanship. Save the date and join the excitement!

Get your tickets online today: www.iacf.co.uk

Lindfield Bonfire Night

Saturday 4th November, 7.30pm

This year Lindfield Bonfire Society will be celebrating the 128th anniversary of
their traditional Sussex Bonfire Night. The torchlight procession will begin at 7.30pm
outside the Stand Up Inn, and progress down the High St to the Black Hill Junction,
along Hickmans Lane, down the High Street before entering Lewes Road and ending
on the Common. The Bonfire Prayer will be read at 8.15pm followed by the Grand
Firework Display at approximately 8.30pm.
Roads will be closed to traffic between 6.30pm and 9.30pm. Programmes are available at the Stand Up Inn, Sarah Lacey Dry Cleaning and other shops on Lindfield High Street.

Donations may be made to Lindfield Bonfire Society Just Giving page:
lindfieldbonfiresoc@gmail.com

Mediaeval Baebes 'The Procession' Christmas Concert

Monday 18^th December

With uplifting vocals and a torch lit procession, The Mediaeval Baebes will wind their way magically towards St Mary’s Church in Horsham for a spirited evening of music, dance and theatre. Expect joyous harmonies from the classical, chart-topping choir, as they showcase well-known Christmas carols, traditional folk songs, captivating storytelling and folklore hidden in the lyrics.

Join the internationally renowned Mediaeval Baebes as they evoke the graceful beauty of this seasons’ celebrations, in an evening of glorious merriment.

Tickets are £27.50 each from www.mediaevalbaebes.com

The Big Purple Christmas Extravaganza

Sunday November 19th, 12pm to 6pm

This is a fantastic chance to get a bit of early Christmas shopping done whilst having a fun day out with your friends.

Aside from a fantastic selection of Christmas crafts and gifts to choose from, and with over a hundred exhibits, you can also get into the festive mood a few weeks early by enjoying a range of Christmas food, drinks, music and more.

Entry £5 with free parking. Entry for Hidden members is half price at just £2.50, so do take advantage of these limited vouchers at www.hiddenmembership.com

www.bigpurplexmasfair.co.uk

The Haven Centre, Hophurst Lane, Crawley Down RH10 4LJ

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