STEP BY STEP WATERCOLOUR TUTORIAL

by | May 25, 2026

BODLE STREET ART GROUP will be meeting on Friday 26 June from 1.30 to 4.30pm when a visiting professional artist will be joining the monthly art group at the Bodle Street Green Village Hall. A step by step watercolour tutorial, you will be able to come away with a completed watercolour for which there are two themes available to choose from and with expert tuition. All abilities welcome to join. It is a relaxed and non-judgement environment to enjoy an afternoon of painting. Numbers will be limited for new people wishing to join and participate in the workshop so booking early is recommended at £18 with £5 deposit required in advance to secure your place.   Contact – Sue on 07801849306 or email itsmyartworkshops@gmail.com. Visit the new website at www.myart-workshops.co.uk for more information.

JOHN LAWSON’S CIRCUS

by | Apr 20, 2026

JOHN LAWSON’S CIRCUS is coming to town from 30 April to 4 May at the Festival of Transport Field, Hellingly BN27 4DU. Tickets are now on sale at ticketsource.co.uk/johnlawsonscircus or ring 07860 498833 and  use code JLC26 for discounts. There will be performances on

Thursday 30 April at 7pm only then

Friday 1 at 4.30 and 7.30pm and

Saturday and Sunday 2 and 3 May at 2pm and 5pm and on

Monday at 11am and 2pm.

STAINED GLASS WINDOW WORKSHOP

by | Mar 10, 2026

A STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP where you can create your own stained glass masterpiece is taking place at Herstmonceux Castle over a two-day workshop on 14th and 15th March from 10.30am to 4.30pm. Over two days, you will design and create your own stained-glass panel using traditional techniques under the guidance of renowned artist Kirsty Brooks. This course is perfect for complete beginners or those with some experience. You will learn how to cut, lead, solder and cement glass, explore colour, light and texture and build a beautiful hanging panel of 6–12 pieces. All basic materials are included and you will leave with a stunning, handmade piece to keep or gift. Book now, as places are limited at Herstmonceux-castle.com/events. On-site accommodation is available for a full weekend experience.

Ravel at 150 – The Wealden Trio at Michelham Priory

by | Feb 27, 2026

Ravel’s piano trio is a ground breaking work written at the outbreak of World War One, and we would like to mark the 150th anniversary of his birth with a performance of this wonderful piece.

Three Sussex musicians come together to form The Wealden Trio, pianist William Hancox, violinist Jonathan Truscott and cellist Rachel Firmager.

The programme will also include Fauré’s late Trio in D minor.

Tickets include a visit to the Priory so do come early!

Tickets at the door or from our website https://musicboxwealden.co.uk/concert/c029-the-wealden-trio/