DAWN CHORUS WALKS

by | May 4, 2026

At Bates Green Garden and Arlington Bluebell Walk on 14 and 21 May. These walks will be led by Sarah Wilesmith, an expert who shares her extensive knowledge in an engaging and accessible manner. Take an early morning amble through the spring woods to discover and learn some birdsongs. Sarah Wilesmith has worked in the woods for over a decade and can help you tell your Coal Tit from your Great Tit and Nuthatch from Treecreeper. You may even hear a Kingfisher or Nightingale. With a handy guide to take home, this walk will help you learn the names, habits and some folklore of thirty of our woodland birds. Cost is £36.50 which includes £1.50 booking fee, coffee and homemade cake. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended at www.tickettailor.com/events/batesgreen/2017287

CATS PROTECTION SPRING FAIR

by | May 4, 2026

It is not being held at the shelter but this will still be open at 63 Marshfoot Lane for anyone who would like to see the cats in their care looking for a forever home. There will be lots of stalls, including cakes and treats, merchandise, raffle and tombola, bric-a-brac, refreshments with bacon and veggie sausage baps, teas and coffees with biscuits. Parking on site. Entry is 50p or a donation of cat food., Cash only. Sorry, no Dogs allowed thank you. Cats Protection

FLAMING FUN DAY

by | May 4, 2026

It’s that time of the year again when Hailsham Bonfire Society HBS invites you to its FLAMING FUN DAY! This is a FREE Event for all to enjoy and has so many things to see and do.

THE FLAMING FUN DAY is back with the fabulous day out for all the family when Hailsham Bonfire Society invites you to this free event for all to enjoy with lots to see and do. There will be a licenced bar, live music, dog show, fun fair, food and drink stalls, local charity stalls and lots more. It runs from 11am to 4pm.

Just look what you can look forward to
– Licenced Bar
– Live Music
– Dog Show
– Fun Fair
– Food and Drink stalls
– Local Charity Stalls
– and much much more…….
Put this date in your diary and plan to have a fantastic day.
HBS is a volunteer led society and we work hard to support local charities and the local area. We are always looking for new members to be part of our society and help make our October event the best ever! Visit our website for membership details and updates.

EASTBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

by | May 4, 2026

EASTBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL is almost here. This is its 10th Year. Come along to Hailsham Pavilion and the Cavendish Hotel, Eastbourne for a week of films, workshops, talks and networking from 2 to 9 May. Find out what events are happening and get your tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/…/10th-eastbourne… or go along to the Hailsham Pavilion box office and visit their website at hailshampavilion.co.uk to find out more. Hailsham Pavilion – Cinema and Theatre HOPS (Hailsham Old Pavilion Society) Gareth Jones