Observatory
Science Centre & Museum, Herstmonceux, East Sussex
AboutThe Herstmonceux Astronomy Festival returns from 28–30 August 2026 for its 22nd year, bringing three days of stargazing, science, camping and family-friendly activities to the Observatory Science Centre & Museum during the August Bank Holiday weekend. Set within the former Royal Greenwich Observatory site, the festival is one of the South East's leading astronomy
AboutExperience one of the South East’s most celebrated music events with the Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival, just a short journey from Apollo Guest House. Held annually over the August Bank Holiday, this vibrant four-day festival transforms the historic town of Rye into a hub of live music. Established 2012 – A
Western Lawns
King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex
AboutBournefest is a brand-new two-day beachside music festival taking place on 29–30 August 2026 at Western Lawns on the Eastbourne seafront. The festival brings together dance classics, house, old-skool UK garage, R&B and feel-good 90s and 2000s throwbacks, with live PAs and DJs. Live Music and Dance Anthems The Saturday line-up features Jaguar
AboutCoastal Currents Arts Festival is an independent annual arts festival held across Hastings, St Leonards and East Sussex each September. Established in 1999, it celebrates contemporary art, performance, film and creative practice. The month-long programme includes exhibitions, installations and cultural events, with Open Studios taking place on 5–6 and 12–13 September. The festival showcases
AboutThe Hastings Seafood Wine & Music Festival is held every September on The Stade in Hastings Old Town, home to Europe's largest beach-launched fishing fleet. The festival celebrates the town's fishing heritage with fresh local seafood, Sussex and Kent wines, artisan food, live music and family entertainment. Local fishermen, vineyards, food producers and musicians
Rye Cricket Salts
Fishmarket Road, Rye, East Sussex
AboutThe Rye Harvest Wine and Food Fair is a two-day celebration of local food, drink and artisan producers held at Rye Cricket Salts in East Sussex. The event brings together award-winning vineyards, breweries, distilleries and food producers from across Sussex and Kent. Visitors can discover some of the finest regional produce while enjoying a
AboutHastings Tap Takeover returns this October for a weekend of exceptional craft beer and a lively coastal atmosphere. Taking place across Hastings and St Leonards, the event transforms the town into a large-scale craft beer festival celebrating independent breweries from across the UK and beyond. Throughout the weekend, participating venues showcase a wide range
AboutThe Battle of Hastings Re-enactment returns to Battle Abbey on 10–11 October 2026, marking the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings on the site of the original 1066 battlefield. The annual event offers visitors the opportunity to experience one of the most important events in English history in the setting where it took
The Pig Hastings
37 White Rock, Hastings, East Sussex
AboutGrow Your Own Records Festival (GYOfest) returns to The Pig in Hastings for its annual celebration of independent music and the Grow Your Own Records label. The one-day festival brings together punk, alternative and rock bands for an afternoon and evening of live music. With a strong DIY spirit and a line-up featuring established
AboutBattle Bonfire is an annual Sussex Bonfire Night celebration in the historic town of Battle every November. The Battel Bonfire Boyes organise the event, and it is completely free to attend. The event features a large torchlit procession, a traditional bonfire and a spectacular fireworks display. The tradition dates back to 1646, when early
