ANNUAL FILM POSTER AUCTION

by | Oct 16, 2026

THE ANNUAL FILM POSTER AUCTION at Hailsham Pavilion cinema and live events venue is on Saturday 24 October from 10am. Come and have some fun, bidding for your favourite film posters. They make ideal presents for anybody (and you) who has a favourite film. Catalogues will be available nearer the time, via Hailsham Pavilion website and from the Pavilion Box Office. This is a very popular event, some posters with great artwork can go for pennies and some for a considerable amount, so you could pick up a bargain or indulge. There is always a fun vibe with plenty of extras to pick up on the sales table.

TABLE SALE

by | Oct 16, 2026

RAILWAY CLUB TABLE SALE is on Saturday 24 October at the Union Corner Hall, Hawks Road, (next to the school) from 2 to 4pm. Come and pick up some bargains, Christmas gifts, pre-loved clothing, household items, plants and lots more.

The Railway Club is an over 55s Social Club held every Wednesday from 10am to 1pm at the old Free Church on Western Road. Tables are £10 bookable by email to cllr.annemarie.ricketts@hailsham-tc.gov.uk.

HAILSHAM BONFIRE CELEBRATIONS

by | Oct 16, 2026

HAILSHAM BONFIRE SOCIETY CELEBRATION is this Saturday 17 October. The Society will once again be celebrating in the town, marking the 21st anniversary of the Society reforming in 2005. It now has over 100 members, with many junior members who the Society hopes will carry the tradition forward for many years to come.

The Society has continued to make the celebrations bigger and better each year which includes welcoming an increasing number of visiting societies, as well as an impressive firework display to bring the evening to a spectacular close. This year will also see the biggest effigy ever displayed at Western Road Recreation Ground. Getting it there will present quite a challenge. The two charities to benefit from money raised on the night are Out of the Blue and Parkinson’s UK, Hailsham Branch. Programmes with the full route and timings as well as background information and sponsorship links are now available around various popular outlets in the town and will include the route and timings of each of the two processions. Road closures will be in place. The first procession leaves Vicarage Road car park at 7.30pm and runs again at 9pm finishing at Western Road recreation ground for the fireworks. Hailsham Bonfire Society work hard all year to bring this night to you, supporting local charities. Please give generously when you see a collector.

UPDATE

🔥🔥As you may have seen HBS Bonfire celebrations have had to re-route our procession through the town as a result of emergency gas works on Bell Banks Road🔥🔥
🔥🔥Our traditional route down Market Street and then into Bell Banks Road has unfortunately had to be changed as the road is now closed to through traffic. We have spoken with the contractor and made the decision to move the route away from the road closure🔥🔥
🔥🔥As a result we will now be using the following route:
Starting from Freedom Leisure Car park at 7:30pm
VICARAGE LANE
HIGH STREET
GEORGE STREET
VICTORIA ROAD
GARFIELD ROAD
BELL BANKS ROAD
STATION ROAD
GEORGE STREET
HIGH STREET
VICARAGE LANE
Return to Freedom Leisure Car Park
Second procession to Western Road Recreation ground via High St and George St🔥🔥
🔥🔥We hope that this does not create inconvenience for those close to these areas and hope you understand our reasons for this change. Signage has been put up regarding parking, we would really appreciate if the road be kept clear however this may not be possible so if all cars are parked on the same side of the road that would be really appreciated🔥🔥
🔥🔥For those of you who support us on the traditional route we hope you can still enjoy the evening but maybe a little further away from home than usual🔥🔥
🔥🔥For those societies attending you will receive an update to the route changes. Marshals will be on hand to direct you as needed🔥🔥
🔥🔥We look forward to having a fantastic evening and hope to see you all on the streets enjoying this amazing spectacle. We thank you all for your continued support and understanding 👍🔥🔥🔥

RVP’s Cars & Caffeine – HALLOWEEN SPECIAL!

by | Oct 16, 2026

🚨 CARS & CAFFEINE: THE TWILIGHT HALLOWEEN FINALE! 🎃💀🕷️
Following our absolute monster of a September show where 115 cars packed out the showground, we are dropping the daylight and changing the game for our final event of the 2026 season!
Join us on Sunday 25th October from 15:00 to 19:00 at The Bull’s Head Showground, Boreham Street (BN27 4SG) for our first ever Halloween Night Fundraiser! 🎬🔊
(Please note that The Bulls head opens at 16:00 but we’ve been given explicit permission to arrive an hour early)
As dusk falls, we are transforming the grass show field into a highly atmospheric, custom-lit automotive event. We’ve got a full DJ lighting setup mounted alongside our PA audio rig and ambient rope lighting to completely alter the vibe on the field. So whether you are bringing down a classic cruiser, a vintage vehicle, a custom build, or rolling in with a supercar convoy, every machine has a dedicated space. 🏎️🏍️⚡
🚒 SUPPORTING THE HEROES:
This special evening event is officially running as a fundraiser to support The Fire Fighters Charity UK. Every penny raised from our collection hubs, donation buckets and bake sale goes straight to backing the incredible frontline crews who protect drivers and riders on our roads every day.
🏆 THE HALLOWEEN AWARDS SHOWCASE:
To max out the spooky vibes, we are officially running two custom competitions on the night! Get creative, go wild, and show us what you’ve got:
• Best Decorated Car: Dress your machine up with cobwebs, skeletons, custom lighting, or a spooky theme. The most atmospheric build on the field takes the crown!
• Best Dressed Visitor: Dust off your best costumes, masks, or full horror gear. The best outfit on the grass wins!
Alongside these competitions, we’re looking to host a TRUNK OR TREAT hour for any children who attend. Drivers are incentivized to bring any wrapped sweets to the field for this and a strict no movement rule is to be in place while this takes place for their safety. 🍬🍫
🍻 REFUEL STATIONS:
Warm cooked meals, hot drinks, pints, and cheesy chips will be running all afternoon and evening inside The Bull’s Head pub to keep you fueled in the autumn chill! 🍟☕
⚠️ THE ATTENDANCE BLUEPRINT:
To help our marshal team safely map out our custom runway lighting lanes, manage the field ingress, and maximize parking capacity, please click ‘Going’ or ‘Interested’ on this event page if you plan to display or visit!
Our strict grassroots rules apply on exit: Walking pace on the grass turf and absolutely NO burnouts, launch control, or antisocial behavior on the public roads. Let’s keep it fun, keep it safe, and protect our stunning venue.
Grab your hoodies, load your passengers, and let’s light up the field for an unbelievable cause. See you on the dark grid! 👊🔥
HOSTED BY: @RavenViewPhoto
CHARITY: @TheFireFightersCharity

FLAMING FAMILY FUNDAY & DOG SHOW

by | Jun 22, 2026

FLAMING FAMILY FUNDAY AND DOG SHOW is this Sunday 28 June from 11am to 4pm at Hailsham Recreation Ground, Western Road organised by Jim Bodman and Hailsham Bonfire Society. This is a FREE Event for all to enjoy and has so many things to see and do. Including a licenced bar, live music, dog show 3 to 3.30pm, fun fair, food and drink stalls, local charity stalls and much more. The Fun Dog Show is at 3pm to 3.30pm and has categories for Waggiest Tail, Best Trick and Dog that Looks Most Like its Owner. Entries cost £2 for one class or all three for £5. All entries should be made from 11am at the Tatty Matts stall. Maximum 20 entries per class. It will be judged by Tatty Matts own Tayah Willis.

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