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Welcome & Contents Families
Families Sussex Coast covers: Brighton, Hove, Eastbourne, Worthing, Lewes, Burgess Hill, Hassocks and everywhere in between.Next issue July/August 2011: Advertising and editorial deadline is 17 June. You can contribute to Families Sussex Coast through advertising, editorial and our what’s on pages. Contact Families Sussex Coast: 01273 231155 [email protected] Families Sussex Coast, PO Box 5189, Brighton BN50 9WN
What’s insideApril felt like one long holiday with Easter and (love it or hate it) the Royal Wedding. So we’re now fully refreshed and back in the routine of work, school, football, play dates and parks. But we’re not giving up the holiday feeling that easily, with the Brighton Festival promising a host of fabulous family friendly events, lots of which are free, starting with the children’s parade. Good luck if you’re in it and if your not, go and marvel at the enthusiasm, creativity and energy of our kids in the city. Happy festival from everyone at Families Sussex Coast!
Welcome...News and competitions 4-5The Circus project, little luvvies, foster care, win tickets to The Wiggles and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Party ideas 6-7 Bright ideas and partying with prudence
Parties to do near you 8-9 Where to find local entertainers, venues, balloons and cake.
Exchange for life 10 How to do a French exchange
Where I live 11 Hove seafront Brighton Festival 12 All the best things to with the kids in Brighton Festival and Brighton Festival Fringe
Families lunch offer 12 Feed your family for £12.
What’s on 13-15 The Kite Festival, Shaun the sheep, Brighton Japan Festival and lots more.
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The Circus Project in Hove
aims to give everyone the
opportunity to try circus
skills. Children can try
trapeze, rope, silks and learn
performance skills. In all, The Circus Project
trains over 70 children every week, who get to
perform little shows and cabarets at Hangleton
Community Centre, Hove. For more about The
Circus Project, contact 01273 884732 or visit
www.thecircusproject.co.uk
The Circus Project
If you fancy a last minute holiday then visit
www.RecommendedFamilyHolidays.com
for holidays that are recommended by other
mums and dads.
Summer school holiday availability is filling
up fast but if you are able to go outside this
period, then there are some great offers.
There is 25% off some French properties
before the end of May, 10% discount off
peak summer availability in a catered villa in
South West France and 5% discount for 14
day bookings in Devon.
www.RecommendedFamilyHolidays.com
Barracudas, the UK’s
Number 1 operator of
activity day camps will
be opening its doors in
Brighton this summer
offering fun and exciting
activities for children
age 4 1⁄2 to 16 years.
Opening dates are 1-26
August 2011 at the Brighton & Hove High
School. Over 100 activities will be on offer
including motor sports, fencing, arts and
crafts, tennis, circus skills, football, dance,
Barracudas in Brighton this summerdrama, archery, climbing wall, plus much more!
There really is something for everyone. The
camp is registered with Ofsted so you can be
confident the camp is safe and secure, with
caring and experienced staff. Standard opening
hours are 8.30am to 5.30pm with the option to
extend the hours from 8am to 6pm if you need
more flexibility.
Many children have already booked in for the
summer taking advantage of the early booking
discounts on offer, so give Barracudas a call
now on 0845 1235299 to request your free
colour brochure or visit www.barracudas.co.uk.
Last minute family holidays
Unique Fingerprint Jewellery
Established in 2006, FingerPrint
Jewellery has fast become one
of the UK’s leading designers of
unique bespoke silver jewellery.
Using a combination of traditional
jewellery making techniques and modern
metal technology they create beautiful
individual pieces of jewellery that incorporate
your loved one’s fingerprint, hand or footprint
and even artwork.
After completing extensive training at the
Fingerprint Studio in Hertfordshire, Jill
Fairbrother is now the FingerPrint Jewellery
designer in the Sussex area. She is proud
to offer a personal service to her customers.
As well as attending shows, events and
private parties, Jill is also available for private
appointments at no extra cost. There is a
fantastic range of products to suit everyone for
all occasions. An item of FingerPrint jewellery
is the ultimate gift to give or receive and is a
truly unique keepsake. For more information
contact 07788 672571 or visit
www.fingerprint-jewellery.co.uk/brighton.
This term, Perform children in Sussex will not
just be having fun acting, singing and dancing,
they’ll be exploring outer space too. The junior
astronauts will meet the Sparkly Spaceman
and learn the Zero Gravity Groove and won’t
notice how much they are improving their
communication, concentration and
co-ordination skills. Perform’s Principal
Lucy Quick says “We have some amazing
improvisations, songs, and role play all about
outer space. The term will be fun packed
and exhilarating, and a must for any young
explorer”. Any interested 4-8 year olds can try
out the classes by attending a free trial session.
Classes Run on Mondays in Haywards Heath,
Thursdays in Brighton, Fridays in Lewes and
Saturdays in Horsham and Hove. Perform will
also be running summer holiday workshops for
4-8 year olds with the theme of Peter Pan.
For more information contact: 0845 400 4000
[email protected] www.perform.org.uk
Exploring space through drama
Success at Labels4KidsCongratulations to Labels4Kids for winning
Internet Retailer of the Year 2010 First Prize.
Labels4Kids success is based on quality labels
and id products along with a great website
that is easy to use and well laid out. “Here at
Labels4kids we like to think about the customer
first and make their shopping experience an
enjoyable one”, says Ann-Maree Morrison,
Company Director (and a devote fan of Families
Magazines in the UK). Visit www.labels4kids.com
Cottage in Brittany, France
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News & competitions FamiliesWIN tickets to the Wiggles
Little Luvvies in the spotlight This spring, ‘Little Luvvies’
is launching in central
Brighton and there’s
plenty to shout about.
Little Luvvies is different from anything Brighton
and Hove currently has to offer. Not only do
the little luvvies gain the benefit of expressing
themselves through drama, dance and music,
but use Makaton sign language too.
The classes are for toddlers to 10 years and will
be held at the city central Brighthelm Centre. The
first term will feature an exclusive workshop run
by CBeebies presenter Justin Fletcher. Pupils
will also be taking part in a yearly theatrical
performance. Founded in 2003, Little Luvvies
combines professionalism with a personal touch.
To book your free trial session contact
[email protected] or 01273 737 912.
The Wiggles are very proud to be
bringing their Greatest Hits Tour
to the Brighton Centre on 28th
May. The band will be celebrating
their 20th birthday with hits such
as ‘Hot Potato’, and ‘Toot Toot
Chugga Chugga Big Red Car’. For your chance to win
a family ticket to see the Wiggles answer this. What
birthday are the Wiggles celebrating this year?
Send your answer with your name, address and
phone number to [email protected] or
Families Sussex Coast, PO Box 5189, Brighton BN50
9WN by 18th May.
To book tickets for Wiggles call 0844 8471515 or
visit www.brightoncentre.co.uk.
*Terms and conditions: Family ticket can contain a mixture of children and adult tickets. Tickets are valid for the performance on 28th May at 4pm. No purchase necessary. Tickets are non-exchangeable.
Foster care fortnightFoster care fortnight will be running from 16-29 May
to promote fostering and encourage more people
to become foster carers. Since 2007 the number of
children living in foster care has risen by more than
6,000 when there was already a shortage of nearly
10,000 foster carers across the UK. This is putting
the fostering system under immense pressure.
Foster Care Fortnight 2011 will highlight the need
for more foster carers and call on everyone to get
behind fostering and support children in care.
If you are interested in fostering there are local events
running for you to find out more: 19 May, 6-9pm: Information evening East Sussex County Council’s Fostering Service. County Hall, Lewes. 01323 747499 www.eastsussex.gov.uk/fostering. 28-29 May: Spring Fiesta East Sussex County Council’s Fostering Service will be at the Spring Fiesta event in Eastbourne. 01323 747499 www.eastsussex.gov.uk/fostering.
Exploring space through drama
Joseph and the
Amazing Technicolor
Dreamcoat is coming
to the Theatre Royal
Brighton from 21–26
June. Keith Jack,
runner up in the BBC TV series Any Dream Will Do,
takes the title role in the sparkling musical. For your
chance to win a family ticket, simple answer this:
Who won the BBC TV series Any Dream Will
Do? Send your answer with your name, address
and phone number to editor@familiessussexcoast.
co.uk or to Families Sussex Coast, PO Box 5189,
Brighton BN50 9WN by 31st May.
To book tickets for Joseph and the Amazing
Technicolor Dreamcoat call 0844 871 7650 or visit
www.ambassadortickets.com/brighton. *Terms and conditions: Family ticket can contain a mixture of children and adult tickets. Tickets are valid from 21-26 June. No purchase necessary. Tickets are non-exchangeable.
WIN tickets to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
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Visit our website for news, your local directory and what’s on guide. www.familiessussexcoast.co.uk
you to return to your quiet, tidy house afterwards. Try child-friendly
restaurants, bowling alleys, go-karting, indoor playcentres, sports clubs,
the zoo, a pottery painting studio or cinema.
★ TIP: Book well ahead. There are only so many party groups venues
can accommodate at any given time - you don’t want to be scratching
around at the last minute and end up having to book ‘second best’.
Themed parties A great idea when your child has a particular interest, themes can be
explored in many different ways. How about a drama, musical, circus
or magic party, a sports party; or get crafty making bags, jewellery or
cookies, or print t-shirts to match the theme.
★ TIP: Take the theme throughout the party - print off related pictures
from the web as wall decorations, ask the guests to dress up with a prize
for the best home-made hat.
Top tips★ It’s all in the timing: For little children, 11am-1pm or 12-2pm are
best. Most of them have been up since six and they’re past their best by
the afternoon. For older children a lunchtime slot or mid afternoon start
will work.
★ Liaise with parents whose children have birthdays around the
same time. If you both book the same day for a party, the guest list will
be tricky. Joining forces is a much better idea - you can share the costs
and the hassle.
★ Keep the food simple and don’t over cater. Most children are too
excited to have a big appetite. Limit the junk food and remember some
children maybe vegetarian or have a food intolerance.
★ Sleepovers: come midnight, you’ll be regretting it... Planning
ahead is key. Read our ‘been there, done that’ parent’s guide: go to
www.familiesonline.co.uk and type ‘successful sleepovers’ into the search box.
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Bright ideas for birthdays
It’s Families to the rescue - we’ve put on our party hats to find the best
suppliers around to ensure your ‘do’ is one they’ll talk about, until at least
next year...
Crowd control: entertainers Bubbles, puppets, drama, music, ‘make’ party or magician? A good
entertainer will bring your party to life and keep the children enthralled
while you enjoy the fun from a safe distance.
★ TIP: Children’s entertainers generally have vast experience and
contacts which you can tap into. Ask them about local venues for hire, a
realistic timetable and suitable prizes as well as the entertainment itself.
Find out their preferred age group, and the maximum number of children
they will cope with - too many and you’ll not get the best out of them.
Write down everything you’ve agreed together so there is no doubt on the day.
Take them out: venues It might feel less imaginative than an organised bunfight at yours, but do
you really have the time, energy and creativity to decorate your house as
a fairy or superhero den, then clear it all up four hours later? Thought not.
Happily there are plenty of places where all you have to do is pay the
per-head charge and the guests will be entertained and fed, leaving
Did someone say party? Yes, I’m afraid so. One thing’s as sure as eggs is eggs - your child will have another birthday in the next year.
by Robina Cowan
Party at Drusillas
For more party information and local entertainers and venues visit
www.familiessussexcoast.co.uk
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Party feature Families
Partying with prudenceParties can be costly, so we’ve put together a list of top tips all about cutting cost that involve a little extra effort on your part but without being a party pooper.
1 Share your party
You’ll half the cost and the
more the merrier - however, beware
of parties with flocks of children as
they can be impersonal and a little
unruly.
2 Avoid expensive party bags
You could not do party bags altogether and just offer mini bags of
sweets, but if that’s a step too far then try these:
n Use brown paper bags or even sandwich bags.
n The cake is the sweet treat in your party bag.
n Books from www.thebookpeople.co.uk can be less than £1 each.
n Car boot sale toys are always cheap. Give them a clean, wrap them
up, put them in a lucky dip and your guests will be chuffed to bits.
3 Simplify your party menu
Pizza delivered to your party is a great idea and for drinks do squash
rather than juices. Jelly is cheaper and more amusing than biscuits or fairy cakes.
4 Get creative with your party entertainment
I It’s much more fun (but hard work) to do the entertainment yourself,
and children love traditional games, plus parents will be impressed. Try these:
n Pass the parcel with forfeits, musical bumps and dancing competition.
n Make a junk robot – save all your recycled bits and the kids can have
fun sticking and painting or do a massive collage together.
n The newspaper game is brilliant fun – a pile of broadsheets, two teams,
screw up the paper into balls, shout “GO” and the winning team is the
one with least on their side.
n Paint a plant pot. This doubles as an activity and a going home gift and
you could add seeds like sunflowers or cress seeds too.
5 Party in the park or garden
If you’re lucky enough to have a spring or summer birthday then the
park or garden is a must.
6 Do your venue research or use your house
For kids born at colder times of year it’s hard to avoid hiring a venue
so do your research. Check church halls and council run venues like leisure
centres or playgroups. If you are brave enough to have a party in your
home then use big sheets so the mess can be cleared easily and create
boundaries for the guests – you don’t want to find jelly in your bed!
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Mick Casey Entertainments Magicians, clowns, children’s discos, bouncy castles and face painting. 01273 596908 [email protected]
Miss Sparkle Puppets, theme parties, balloons, magic and treasure hunts. 01273 880490.
Mr Marvel Magic, Punch & Judy, disco, bubbles and snow. 0800 6128135 www.mrmarvel.com
Mr Pineapple Head Clown Physical comedy clown show. 01273 473913 www.mrpineapplehead.co.uk
Mr pumpkin Suitable for 2-6 year olds. Magic, balloons, cuddly puppets and party games prizes for all the children. 01903 525902 07957761748
Paul Winter – Children’s entertainer Magic, puppets, balloon modelling, games, competitions and discos. 01273 676138 www.paulwinterentertains.com
Perform Parties Drama, dance and singing with games and themes for all ages. 0845 400 4000 www.performparties.org.uk
Pete’s magic Magic show, balloon animals and party games. 01273 844136 www.parlourmagic.co.uk
Potty the Pirate Leading magician and puppeteer in Sussex, magic, puppets, balloons and singalong tunes! 01273 220299 www.pottythepirate.com
Premier Rides Funfair, fairground rides and attractions. 01403 270076 www.premierrides.com
Robbie the magician Magic show for children of all ages – with a live rabbit! 01903 734171 www.robbiethemagician.com
Talking Tots Traditional games and talking tots activities. 07827 697523
Tatty Bumpkin parties Yoga adventure parties - music, dance, stories, games and relaxation. 08456 808 041 www.brighton.tattybumpkin.com
Tomfoolery A young dynamic children’s entertainer with bags of energy - high energy parties with music, games, dancing, magic, balloons and buckets of laughter! 01903 815728 www.partytom.co.uk
The Silly Simon Show An exciting show with audience participation and magic, balloons and puppets. 01903 530880 www.sillysimonshow.co.uk
Tumble Tots Parties For ages 1 - 6 with specially designed equipment, action songs and lots of fun. 01323 892234 [email protected]
Craft partiesArty parties A unique party where each child leaves with a gift - their own work of art. 07989 472760 www.arty-facts.co.uk
Hands-On Pottery Parties Choose making with clay or painting and everyone gets their own memento. 01273 300198 www.hands-onpottery.com
The Painting Pottery Cafe Paint pots with friends in the party room. The birthday child will receive a piggy bank signed by all guests. Also learn to throw a pot party. 01273 628952 www.paintingpotterycafe.co.uk
Patchwork Parties Eco themed parties with fairies, superheroes, circus or crafts. Also provide food, cake and eco party bags. 07930 892733 www.patchwork-parties.co.uk
Picturesque Beading parties for children age 7-11. 01903 718978 www.picturespquebeadart.co.uk
The pottery house café Paint from a large selection including Disney characters, animals, clocks, trinket boxes, money boxes. Order food or bring your own. 01273 773697
The Pottery Fun Factory Worthing and Ferring Paint a mug, plate, bowl, pot, character, moneybox. 01903 211322 www.potteryfunfactory.co.uk
Red Jelly parties Creative play parties for ages 6 and under. Party themes include magical mermaids, pirate adventure and blast off. Children decorate huge, cardboard castles, rockets or make giant collages. 01273 930013 www.redjellykids.co.uk
Sew Retro parties For age 7+. Sew Retro come to you and you and your guests make a party bag out of recycled or vintage material. 07581 028706 www.sewretro.co.uk,
Splodge Craft Parties Craft and games, craft and jewellery and bear making. 01323 728230 www.splodgecraftparties.co.uk
Party venues
Bluebell Railway Childrens Parties A ride on the train with party food in the restaurant before or after and a present for the birthday child. 01825 720800
Dizzy Birthday Parties at Paradise Park Hot buffet, party bags, all the attractions and a visit from Dizzy the Dinosaur. 01273 512123 www.paradisepark.co.uk
Duke of York cinema kids’ club parties A film with popcorn and the birthday child can start the film. Can include games, facepainting, food and party bags. 01273 818549
Dyke Road Park Café Hire the room, next to the park and they can provide the food and even a BBQ. 01273 554441
Esporta Birthday Parties Esporta, Brighton Health and Racquet Club Swimming parties, football parties, disco parties and fun and games. 01273 667827 www.esporta.com
Funplex Brighton Soft play area with party room, party food, just bring your own cake and party bags. 01273 690888 www.funplex.co.uk
Gymboree Parties for ages 1-5. Softplay, activities, songs and games. 01273 772900 www.gymboree-uk.com
Impulse Leisure Bouncy castle, ball pool, games, sports – football, basketball, netball and racket sports. Southwick also offers trampolining and go-karting and Wadurs offers raft style pool parties. www.impulseleisure.co.uk
King Alfred Leisure Centre Parties can include bouncy castle, tiny terror trikes, football and pool parties. 01273 290290 www.kingalfredleisure.co.uk
Knockhatch Adventure Park Parties in the park with all the main attractions including the soft play area, party food, bags and invites. 01323 442051 www.knockhatch.com
Monkey Bizness Party room,food, invites and hours of Monkey Bizness fun! 08458 739645 www.monkey-bizness.co.uk
Observatory Science Centre birthday parties For ages 6–12. Includes the giant science equipment, a visit to one of the telescope domes, a fun science based activity and birthday tea. www.the-observatory.org
Portslade Sports Centre Bouncy castles and soft play for little ones, party games for older ones and team sports for big kids. 01273 411100 www.portsladesportscentre.co.uk
Stoneywish Nature reserve Ditchling Hire the function room and garden and take kids into the reserve. 01273 843498 www.stoneywish.com
Washbrooks Farm, Hurstpierpoint Book the barn room so kids can use all the facilities. Can provide food and party bags. 01273 832201 www.washbrooks.co.uk
Westows Softplay, bouncy castles, football with your own themed party room, food, party bags – just bring your own cake. 01273 721338 www.westows.com
Zoooper Birthdays at Drusillas Park Includes party tea, access to the zoo, play areas and rides on Thomas & FriendsTM train. 01323 874100 www.drusillas.co.uk
Party suppliesBeautiful Bunting Handmade cotton bunting including princess and pirate bunting. 01273 479464 www.beautifulbunting.co.uk
Fanciful Cakes Children’s party cakes made to order.
07733 119386 www.fancifulcakes.co.uk Bubbles Party Shop Everything you need for a party including balloons for ages 1 to 100! 41 Southwick Square, Southwick 01273 593060 www.bubbles-partyshop.co.uk
Tea Cups & Tiaras Children’s table and chair hire and beautifully themed party décor kits to wow your guests - perfect for any celebration. [email protected] 07749 573509
Boing Boing Bouncy Castles Adult and kids bouncy castles. 01273 595892 www.boingboingcastles.co.uk
Sugar Loaf Party Shop Enterprise Shopping Centre, Eastbourne Sugar craft for cake decorating, balloons, banners and bunting for parties. 01323 728750
Party entertainmentAbsolute Events Circus workshops, balloon modelling, giant bubbles, caricature and silhouette portraits. 07554 738 249 www.gamesagogo.co.uk
Ace Tec Leisure Bouncy castles, children’s disco games. Creating party smiles for over 20 years. 01273 430431 www.ace-leisure.com
Animal Magic Mobile petting zoo with over 37 species including meerkats. 01323 482211 www.animal-magic.co.uk
Aunty Freckles Painting, balloon modelling and clowning. Can also bring party food and party bags. 01273 846758 www.auntyfreckles.com
Brillo the Clown For 3-8 year olds. Show with clowning, magic, unicycling and juggling. 01273 584544 www.brillotheclown.co.uk
Caterpillar Music Party A fun hour with kids’ magic, action songs, dancing with puppets, instruments, parachute play and games. 01903 230810 [email protected]
Childrens Parties Sussex Themed parties with disco and games. Themes include Ben 10, Super Mario, Barbie and Glee. 01273 327551 www.childrenspartiessussex.co.uk
Circus Brighton Fire dancing and circus workshop with hooping, diabalo, poi, stilt walking. 0800 433 4618 www.circusbrighton.co.uk
Clown Buz Children’s Show Balancing, slap stick, magic, disco, clown faces and for bigger events a miniature car. 01903 244920 [email protected]
Dandelion Puppets Wildlife stories and/or games. 01273 857482 www.dandelionpuppets.co.uk
Dotty Children’s Entertainer For 2 – 7 years, light hearted comedy magic slap stick, puppets, story telling, balloon making, games, dancing and singing. 01273 502 www.dottyworld.com
Fred’s Flying Circus Clowns, magicians, fire-eaters and balloon modelling or a circus workshop. 07974 345679 www.fredsflyingcircus.co.uk
Incy Wincy Music Parties For ages 1-3 years. Traditional nursery rhymes with puppets, scarves, parachute, instruments, bubbles and a birthday present for the birthday child. 01273 277688 www.incywincymusic.co.uk
Just 4 Kids Discos Disco parties for ages 4-11 years. 07522 899820 www.just4kidsdiscos.com
Lily Lou Entertainment Fairytales, pirates, glitter disco, High School Musical and many more styles. 0800 4334618 www.fairyparty.co.uk
Lagoon Watersports Parties Windsurfing, sailing, canoeing, wakeboarding and watersports parties for age 6+. 01273 424842 www.lagoonwatersports.co.uk
Magic Martin Magical miracles and entertainment. 01903 532413 www.thisismagicmartin.com
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Parties Families
Parties to try near you...
Perform Parties are high energy combining
drama, dance and singing with fun games,
stories and improvisations. Party leaders arrive
with colourful costumes, props and music to
create a fantasy land with themes for ages
1-12 years. Themes include fairies and elves,
mermaids and pirates, Peppa Pig, superheroes,
musical madness, Mamma Mia and dance
fantastic. For more information contact 0845
400 4000, www.performparties.org.uk.
Parties with PerformDandelion Puppets brings the excitement
of nature and wildlife to your child’s party.
Children love to learn about nature and
Dandelion Puppet’s tales, for 3-8 year
olds encourage the children to talk about
the animals and ask questions. Dandelion
puppets parties include seasonal rustic
puppet adventures that teach children about
British wildlife in an interactive and humorous
way. The parties can also include traditional
games to music with or without small toys
for prizes and puppet making workshops
where the children get to perform their own
shows at the end. Dandelion Puppets also
cater for parties in parks and fetes.
For more information contact 01273 857482
Dandelion Puppets parties
Party award nomination for Caterpillar MusicCongratulations to Victoria Kennedy of
Caterpillar Music who has been nominated for
What’s On 4 Little Ones national awards for
Most Outstanding Activity Leader for the Under
5s and Best Children’s Party Entertainment.
You can vote for Victoria until 6th May.
Visit www.whatson4littleones.co.uk/
awards-voting.asp
Artyfacts art parties
Artyfacts art parties let your child create their
own party theme, be it super heroes, music
idols or dragons or any other character they
love. All Artyfacts’s parties are unique to the
individual so no two parties will ever be the
same.
After discussing your theme prior to the party,
Artyfacts will come to your own home or venue
and create sculptures, paintings and models for
your child and guests to take home and keep.
For more information contact 07989 472760
www.arty-facts.co.uk.
Children’s PARTIES
Children’s Parties have
been running and
organizing parties for
the last seven years.
Packages include
unique party games
and over 50 themes to choose from making
sure that all children are catered for from
aged 2 to 17. From disco parties to games
based parties, balloon modelling to face
painting and brand new game show based
parties, there is something for everyone.
Children’s parties have seven branches
nationwide and are growing. To find out more
visit www.wearechildrensparties.co.uk or
call 01273 327 551.
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Exchange for lifeMost companies recommend exchanging when your child is 12 or over,
for a maximum of 2 weeks. Most exchange companies are available to
provide assistance with translation and travel advice and to generally act
as a ‘go-between’ if this is needed. Although you will make your own
travel arrangements, the French family is contracted to meet your child at
the nearest port, railway station or airport.
Top tipsWhen you’re choosing a family to exchange with, make sure you look for
a match not only with your child’s age but also their interests - shared
passions are often the key to a successful exchange, whether it be
football, horse riding or music. A reputable exchange site will help you find
a good match.
n Once you have chosen a family, encourage your child to communicate
in French with to their exchange by telephone or email.
n Make sure your child’s health records are up to date and write a
parental authorisation in case of medical emergency.
n Don’t forget to pack a camera, a notebook, an MP3 player for the trip
and a welcome present for their exchange’s family.
n Make sure your child has full travel insurance and an E111 form.
Sending your child off to live with another family can be stressful. “You
need to be bold, have an open mind and be willing to trust another
family with your child,” says Annie. “In return, when it is your time to host
somebody else’s child, you will need to provide for them and make sure
they feel equally at home. But I promise you, it’s all worth it. You will be
giving your child the gift of a new language and a friend for life.”
Websites
www.linguisticexchange.com.
www.french-exchange.co.uk
www.enfamille.com
www.lingoo.eu/language-exchange-french.html
Your child is immersed in the culture of the country, which often proves
to be the most effective way of rapidly improving language skills. “They
develop greater mental agility, better communication skills and awareness
of another culture,” says Annie, a mother of 3 who is a great fan of
French exchanges. “Beyond the academic benefits, exchange visits are a
wonderful way to develop your child’s self-confidence and inter-personal
skills and for them to make new friends.”
But how easy is to organise a French exchange, and how do you start
going about it? Many schools have their own exchange programmes,
however more and more parents are opting to organise exchanges
through a number of different companies, all of whom will help you
to arrange the swap. Here is our guide to help you navigate your way
through arranging an exchange, so that your child has a successful and
enjoyable experience.
The basics Exchange visits are based on reciprocal hospitality - your child will stay
with a French family and one of the French family’s children will stay with
you. Once you register with an exchange company, they will ‘match’ you
with a French family based on age, interests and family background and
then discuss with you possible dates of visits. Finding dates that work for
both families can be tricky, so try to be as flexible as possible.
An exchange should only cost you a minimal fee to arrange, and then the
cost of your child’s transportation. Be aware of some of the expensive
foreign language travel programmes that sometimes masquerade as
exchanges.
By Joanna Moorhead
Learning a language can be the key to your child’s future, giving them an invaluable skill that will set them up for life. A French exchange can be a fun and interesting part of learning.
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Where I live Families
Exchange for lifeFavourite club or class Mini Music in Hove with Miriam. www.minimusic.info
Favourite outing (in this area) Cycling along under the cliff path, way past the Marina and on to Saltdean
for a lovely cuppa at Whitecliffs Café with the kids or just the two of us.
Favourite big day out (any area) Going to family festivals. Last year the one at St Annes Wells Gardens
was ace with great music, great stalls, delicious food and sunshine!
Favourite children’s party venue/entertainer Furry Friends – make your own furry animals – Furtastic!
What was your best day out last year Driving around the Downs, in the rain, ending up at Bills in Lewes – very
nice!
The worse thing about your area Dog poo – everywhere!
Favourite holiday destination Anywhere sunny with a pool which caters for all of our kid’s – Mark
Warner’s places are good for this.
Jenny lives in Hove near the
seafront with her partner and three
children, 17 year old Danny, !2
year old Ted and 6 year old Joya.
Jenny produces organic, ethically
produced baby and children’s
clothing. For more information visit
www.babyblack and
www.supernaturalkidsclothing.
Favourite café Café O, Portland Road. They do really lovely home made food, they’re
great with kids and they have gluten free stuff.
Favourite park Stoneham Park. I know its not the prettiest, but the café and community
is great and my kids spend many happy hours their with all their friends.
Favourite restaurant Sams of Kemptown – no competition, I love it.
Favourite shop Tribeca in Bond Street – for clothes.
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BrightonFestival7-29 MayAll Brighton Festival tickets are available from the Brighton Dome ticket office.01273 709709www.brightonfestival.org
Children’s Parade7 May, From 10.30amSydney Street to Madeira DriveChildren kick start the festival in a cavalcade of colour, music and fanfare with effigies, costumes and giant puppets.
Jardin Flambleau7-8 May, 8.30-10.30pmSt Ann’s Wells GardenFrench outdoor alchemists Compagnie Carabosse fan the flames of our imaginations with elemental Fire Garden.
The Boat Project8 May 12-5pmJubilee SquareMeet Lone Twin and a professional boat building team who are creating a beautiful 30ft sea-facing vessel. Donate your wood. Ideally a piece with a story that somehow features in your life.
The Owl and the Pussycat8 MaySallis Benney TheatreFollow the owl and the pussycat with puppetry, live music and lots of nonsense.
Derek LandrySkulduggery Pleasant Age 9+8 May, 2pmCorn Exchange Brighton DomeJoin Derek Landry for another rip-roaring murder mystery in the latest installment in the Skulduggery Pleasant series.
Draw Me A Bird14-15 MaySallis Benney TheatreDance inspired music theatre for children and their grown-ups about a little bird in a big city.
Interactive Storytelling and drawing with Guy Parker-ReesAge 3-621 May, 10.30amJubilee LibraryAnts in your Pants author Guy Parker-Rees creates a new character with some hilarious animal movement and noise games.
Happy Birthday PeepoAge 2-521 May, 12.30pm and 2.30pmJubilee LibraryThe book’s glorious rhymes and rhythms are brought to life with songs, games and peeping good fun. Poetry and Storytelling with Sean Taylor Age 3-622 May, 10.30amJubilee LibraryLearn to write poems and experience live storytelling in this interactive workshop for young children.
Play Please!21-22 MayThe Old MarketPerformance, installation, collaborative composition and the ultimate interactive theatre for children (and their families).
As You Like It26-29 MaySt Nicholas Rest GardenCelebrating the delights of love, romance, poetry, slapstick and passion.
Interactive Illustration with Bruce Ingman Age 3-622 May, 2pmJubilee LibraryEnjoy an afternoon of picture book fun with imaginative drawing activities.
Chris Bradford Samurai vs Ninja! Age 9+27 May, 5pmSallis Benney TheatreWitness an authentic samurai sword display, storytelling and challenge the ninja!
Nicky Sharratt 28 May, 10amSallis Benney TheatreJoin the creator of Shark in the Park and Eat Your Peas for fun and frivolity.
Anthony Browne Age 5+28 May, 12 noonSallis Benney TheatreInteractive event about looking, drawing and dreaming with the creator of Me and You and Willy the Wimp.
Martin Brown - Horrible Histories Age 8+28 May, 2pmSallis Benney TheatreLearn how to draw the nasty bits of history - the horrible way!
Charlie Higson’s History of Horror Age 10+28 May, 4pmSallis Benney TheatreJoin Charlie Higson for grisly storytelling and all things horror.
Queen of Hearts Children’s Book QuizAge 7+29 May, 4pmSallis Benney RestaurantA topsy turvy children’s book quiz with tea, cake and plenty of prizes.
BrightonFestival Fringe7-30 MayAll Brighton Festival Fringe tickets are available from the Brighton Dome ticket office.01273 709709www.brightonfestivalfringe.org.uk
James Campbell’s Comedy 4 Kids Age 6+7 MayKomediaStand up comedian for children without the rude words.
Cloud Kids7 May, 2pm - midnightThe FoundryFace painting, music workshops, story telling, bands and DJs.
Our What’s On pages are put together several weeks beforehand and whilst we aim to be as accurate as we can, there may be some changes. Always contact the venue in advance to check details.
favourites Our top picks for
May and June
★ Children’s Parade ★ Enthusiasm, colour, noise - celebrate with
the kids in the city. Brighton, 7 May
★Kite Festival★ This was our favourite event last year.
Just pray for wind! 28-29 May
★Wind in the Willows★ At Herstmonceux Castle - what could be
more delightful. 12 June
Children’s parade lunch offerFeed your family for £12 On Saturday 7th May take this voucher or mention Families Sussex Coast to Viva Paella on Upper Gardner Street in the North Laine, Brighton and get 2 adult portions and 2 child portions of delicious paella for just £12 (usually £20).
Viva Paella cook authentic paella for weddings, parties and events. www.vivapaella.co.uk 01273 550524 *Offer available on Saturday 7th May only and comprises of 2 adult portions and 2 child portions of paella from Viva Paella, Upper Gardner Street. Subject to availability.
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What’s on Families
Comedy Club 4 Kids7 MayKomediaThe best comedians on the UK circuit without the rude bits!
Mr Pineapple Head7, 8, 15, 22, 28 May 12.30-1.30pmThe BrunswickFamily clown theatre show.
Alice The Dreaming Child7, 14, 21 and 28 MayMarlborough TheatreA lively romp through some of Alice’s adventures.
The Classics of Magic7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29 MayLaughing Horse @ The TempleUnorthodox presentation of magic’s greatest illusions.
Youth Arts Festival7-15 MayVarious venuesCreative work produced by young people aged 11-25 - see website for full detail of dance, music, drama and workshops.www.youthartsfestivalbrighton.org.uk
The Tim Bat Trick Show8, 15, 22, 29 May 12-1pmThe Old CourtroomGentleman Juggler Tim performs skilful trickery and quirky comedy with hilarity and audience participation.
Wallstories Age 3+8, 22, 29 May 3-3.45pmThe Nightingale Dining RoomCinema, books and cartoons rolled into one: beautifully illustrated stories on the wall.
Red Jelly Family Creative Play Party14 May, 10.30-11.30amHove Methodist ChurchWith a theme of knights and princesses there will be art and lots of mess.
The Fire Children; Mosaic Puppet TheatreAge 5 and under14 MayJubilee LibraryA tale of the first people on earth with music, songs and dance to join in.
Baby Loves Disco 6 months - age 715 MayKomediaDance party for adults and children.
King of Puppets, Queen of Piers15-30 May 11am - 5pmFishing quarter galleryPunch and Judy and a hands-on exhibition about their life as seaside entertainers.
Cultures Club Fringe Fest Five 18 May 5-8.30pmFriends Meeting HousePerformances by young people including dance, song, rap, graffit and circus skills.
Shakespeare for Lunch: Romeo & Juliet Age 7+19-20 MaySallis Benney TheatreAdaptation of Shakespeare’s tragedy accessible for children.
Deans Festival21 MayWoodingdean Primary SchoolGo-karts, climbing wall, displays, games, fun, stalls and more.
Excellent (pirate) songs for children22 May, 3-4.15pmKomediaFull band, catchy songs, silly stories, oogy gloop and fun for the whole family.
Suitcase Circus28-30 MayKomedia StudioA hilarious and interactive spectacular with live music.
The Clock Master28-30 MayMarlborough TheatreThe story of a girl and a shop of clockwork wonders performed with music, animation and puppetry.
The Tempest28-29 MayCity College Brighton & HoveA colourful and dynamic production with special effects you can see and feel to entertain all ages.
Cautionary Tales for Children II29 MayKomediaA hilarious mix of rock and roll ‘n’ poetry, stand up, story telling and pantomime.
TheatreAnnie17-21 MayDevonshire Park Theatre, EastbourneThe story of orphan Annie and her dog, Sandy with songs like Tomorrow and You’re never fully dressed without a smile.01323 412000 www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk
Vienna Festival Ballet Cinderella 26 MayPavilion Theatre, WorthingThis full-length version of one of the best known fairytales features a specially commissioned score.01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
Spirit of the Dance 28 MayPavilion Theatre, WorthingThis powerful show combines heart-pounding Irish dance with the sensual Latino rhythms of flamenco.01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
The Wiggles28 MayBrighton CentreThe Wiggles will celebrate their 20th birthday so with twenty years of hits such as Hot Potato and Rock A Bye Your Bear. 0844 8471515 www.brightoncentre.co.uk
Roary the Racing Car29 MayConnaught Theatre, WorthingRoary zooms into Worthing for the very first time in a brand new live stage show!01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
The Railway Children1-4 JuneConnaught Theatre, WorthingA dazzling new musical adaptation of the story of Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis in the Railway Children.01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
The Pirates of Penzance1-4 JuneBlatchington Mill School, HoveBrighton Theatre Group presents over 50 youngsters aged 8-18 years old, in the classic swashbuckling, comic opera.01273 583478 www.brightontheatregroup.ticketsource.co.uk
Wind in the Willows12 JuneOpen air theatre in front of Herstmonceux CastleEnjoy the classic story of ratty, mole, badger and toad in beautiful surroundings. There is also a workshop for children beforehand.01323 834553 www.cambridgetouringtheatre.co.uk
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat21-26 JuneTheatre Royal BrightonRetelling the Biblical story of Joseph and the coat of many colours.08448 717 650 www.ambassadortickets.com/brighton
CinemaBig Scream!Duke of York Cinema, BrightonEvery Wednesday morning at 11am mums, dads and carers with babies under one can enjoy a great film at the Duke of York Cinema, Brighton. See website for films. www.picturehouses.co.uk
Saturday morning Kids’ Club Duke of York cinema, Brighton Starts 10.30am with drawing and a competition with a film at 11am.Check website for films.0871 704 2056 www.picturehouses.co.uk
Saturday morning picturesConnaught 2 Screen, WorthingEvery Saturday at 10.15amCheck website for films. 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk
Activities and eventsStory time and singing Every week day at 4pm and singing Friday at 10.30am The Book Nook, First Avenue, Hove01273 911988 www.booknookuk.com
Sing out!Every Monday 7pmSt Michael and All Angels Church Hall, South Street, LancingA light-hearted sing. All [email protected] 464440
StorytimeEvery weekHove Library Fridays at 10.15am01273 290700Jubilee Library Wednesdays 10.15am01273 296960
Tots That Rock Mondays and Fridays 10.30 - 11.30am The Bridge Inn, High Street, Shoreham-by-SeaSinging and dancing and chat with other mums, dads and carers. Just turn up. 07961 363658
Artists Open Houses2-29 May (weekends only)BrightonA diverse and exciting range of work - Something for every taste and purse in houses around Brighton.www.aoh.org.uk
Evening Batwalk 12 May and 16 JuneArundel Wetlands CentreWatch the pipistrelles emerge at dusk and track up to 5 species with bat detectors to learn their different calls. Watch the bats feeding over Swan Lake.01903 883355 www.wwt.org.uk
Mumpreneurs Networking ClubMay 13 and June 10: Lime House Cafe, St Pauls Church, WorthingMay 19 and June 16: Chambers Bistro Old Town Hall, Shoreham May 27 and June 24: David Lloyd Centre, Brighton MarinaMay 19 and June 17: The Woolpack Inn, West Street, Burgess Hillwww.agoodgossip.co.uk
Weekend Away - Bring a sleeping bag! Age 10+14-15 MaySeven Sisters Country ParkOn Saturday head for Cliff End and the rock pools to explore. After supper under the stars, take a bat walk over the park. Sleep in the camping barn or bring your own tent. On Sunday after a hearty breakfast take part in a beach clean. 01273 497561 www.sussexwt.org.uk
Earthship Tours15 May, 5 and 19 JuneStanmer Park, BrightonExperience the eco-build and be inspired to respond to climate change. www.lowcarbon.co.uk
Dragonflies Den 15 MayDitchling CommonGames, activities and a guided walk looking at the varied habitats of Ditchling Common. Follow the dragonfly trail and have a go at pond dipping to explore the special habitat of dragonflies and other pond life.01273 497561 www.sussexwt.org.uk
Heroes Run15 MayHove SeafrontDress up as a hero and run, jog, walk, anything really along Hove seafront in either a 10k or 5k run. There’s even a 500m dash for the kids.www.heroesrun.org.uk
St Ann’s Wells Spring Festival21 May, 11am-7pmSt Ann’s Wells Gardens, HoveFree event which includes kids fun zone, Red Mutha’s Kids Rave, bingo, bouncy castles, arts and crafts, story telling, Shakespeare, opera, samba and more.www.stannswellgardens.co.uk
Eastbourne Cycling Festival21-22 MayWest Lawns, EastbourneAn action-packed weekend with road races, family rides, mountain biking, unicycle display, stunt bikes, wattbike challenge, Rollapaluza and much more.www.visiteastbourne.com
Fun Fair27 May - 4 JunePrinces ParkEnjoy a wide range of funfair rides for all ageswww.visiteastbourne.com
Eastbourne Spring Fiesta28-29 MayWestern Lawns, EastbourneA variety of cultural entertainment including modern jive, jazz Band and morris dancing.www.visiteastbourne.com
Wildlife Safari 28 MayDitchling CommonDiscover the simple art of being a wildlife detective as we explore and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of this ancient common as the sun goes down. www.sussexwt.org.uk
Kite Festival28-29 MayStanmer Park, BrightonBeautiful free event bringing an array of kites in all sorts of shapes, sizes and colour and amazing kite displays.www.brightonkiteflyers.co.uk
Shaun the Sheep and Timmy30 MayDrusillas ParkShaun the Sheep and Timmy will be flocking to Drusillas to make a special guest appearance. 01323 874100 www.drusillas.co.uk
Zany Zone30 May The Observatory Science Centre, HerstmonceuxDrop-in for some crafty experiments.01323 832731 www.the-observatory.org
Half term at the Observatory Science Centre30 May - 5 June The Observatory Science Centre, HerstmonceuxIn addition to the hands-on exhibits there will be daily telescope tours and a Fantastic Science Show.01323 832731 www.the-observatory.org
No Place Like Home31 MayRaystede Animal Centre, RingmerFind out how you can make a perfect home for your pets and discover someamazing animal architects. Booking essential.01825 880461 www.raystede.org
Carpower half day workshop Age 6+1 JuneThe Observatory Science Centre, HerstmonceuxBuild your own car and hovercraft and find out how far they travel using the power of gravity, balloons, propellers or solar panels. Which goes faster? 01323 832731 www.the-observatory.org
Adur Festival3-19 JuneVarious venues, Shoreham-by-SeaAdur District will come alive with over 100 varied events, performances, exhibitions, workshops, arts and entertainment for all the family - truly a fortnight of fun and festivities.www.adurfestival.com
Kemp Town Carnival4 JuneKemp Town, BrightonThe Parade of Flowers (very large samba parade), bands, a robot parade, a small army of street performers, Capoeira displays, choirs, dance troupes, graffiti workshops, break dancing, a fashion event, art and book fairs, community market, a children’s area, magicians, creative workshops....and more!www.kemptowncarnival.com
Hassocks Artists Open Houses4-5 JuneHassocksThe event provides an opportunity to view a variety of work in artists’ own homes and studios throughout Has-socks/Keymer and to buy unique items direct from the artist or maker. [email protected]
London to Brighton car run5 JuneMadeira Drive, BrightonThe run, for pre-1979 cars, is a touring assembly for enthusiasts from all over the United Kingdom and Western Europe. www.classicmotorshow.com.
Springwatch5 JuneStanmer Park, BrightonJoin the Sussex Wildlife Trust for a whole day out celebrating Big Nature! Explore the wild zones from downland to wood-land, marine and city, and have a go at the many hands-on activities.www.sussexwt.org.uk.
Shoreham Summer Food and Drink Festival11-12 JuneVarious venues, Shoreham-by-SeaA celebration of great food and drink as local and regional producers and sup-pliers of Speciality Food & Drink will be promoting and sampling a wide range of their produce.www.adur.gov.uk
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Worthing Open Houses18, 19, 25 and 26 June, 2, 3 JulyWorthingA chance to visit over 45 venues to look at, and buy, the works of over 200 artists.www.worthingopenhouses.com
Brighton Japan Festival18-26 JuneVarious venues in BrightonA 9-day celebration of Japanese food and culture including creative workshops, installation art, and authentic cuisine.www.brightonjapan.com
Children’s Parade18 June, 10amStarts at the Splashpoint, WorthingThe theme is “Outer Space” and the parade will be full of colour, excitement and the infectious beat of samba music.www.visitworthing.co.uk
Lions Donkey Derby and Fun day19 JuneBuckingham Park, Shoreham-by-SeaThe day include a full donkey race programme, displays of some classic and vintage vehicles, stalls, and lots of other attractions. www.adureastlions.org.uk
London to Brighton Bike Ride19 JuneClapham Common to Madeira DriveAnnual fundraising bike ride for 27,000 cyclists riding 56 miles for good causes, culminating in a buzzing atmosphere on Brighton seafront.www.bhf.org.uk
Snake Saturday25 JuneDrusillas ParkSnake experts will be displaying some of their most commonly feared animals in the Discovery Centre. 01323 874100 www.drusillas.co.uk
What’s on FamiliesTake Part25 June - 10 JulyPreston Park, BrightonA large scale free event. Starting with the largest exhibition of sports and physical activities ever seen in Brighton & Hove.www.takepartbrightonandhove.com
Spider Sunday26 JuneDrusillas ParkSpider experts from the British Tarantula Society will be displaying some of their most commonly feared animals in the Discovery Centre. 01323 874100 www.drusillas.co.uk
Paddle Round the Pier2-3 JulyHove LawnsEurope’s biggest FREE beach and watersports festival. features the very best in water, street & urban sports, live music, kids entertainment, ‘have a go’ opportunities.www.paddleroundthepier.com
Story MagicSensory story telling for children with special needsLast Saturday every monthJubilee Library, BrightonDiscover the magic of sensory stories particularly suited to children with profound and multiple learning disabilities.01273 296960www.brighton-hove.gov.uk
Galleries and museums Early years Age 2-5Brighton and Hove MuseumsSessions include art and stories. 01273 290900 www.brighton-hove-museum.org.uk
Green Light Wanes...26 March - 19 JuneTowner Gallery, EastbourneNew work by painter Elizabeth Magill. Each painting is its own enchanting world, its landscapes flickering in and out of view, mirroring the way we all see the world.www.townereastbourne.org.uk
The Art of Giving9 April - 9 OctoberTowner Gallery, EastbourneCelebrating ongoing philanthropy with works on show that range from a rarely seen 16th century triptych to a contemporary light sculpture donated after Towner’s opening exhibition by Ivàn Navarro. www.townereastbourne.org.uk To call the Wind, to Strike the Butterfly26 March - 9 JulyWorthing Museum and Art GalleryArtist and printmaker Carol Wagstaff uses the museum’s collections to influence a new body of work.This exhi-bition will display her interpretations along-side the range of works that have inspired her from across our eclectic range.www.worthingmuseum.co.uk
Mr Watt, Grumpy Man of Metal18 March - 28 September Hove Museum and Art Gallery Mr Watt, Grumpy Man of Metal, lives in a metal world and makes metal things – a crab’s bicycle, a flying machine, a new kind of trumpet - an exhibition of metal pieces that will appeal to adults and children alike.03000 290900 www.brighton-hove-museum.org.uk
Behind the scenes at Preston Manor25 March and 21 AprilPreston Manor, BrightonFor the first time ever Preston Manor opens hidden parts of the house on these very special new tours.03000 290900 www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk
Radical Bloomsbury: The Art of Duncan Grant and Vanessa Bell, 1905-1925 16 April to 9 October 2011 Brighton Museum and Art GalleryThe exhibition looks at the contribution of Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant to the development of 20th-century British painting, exploring the relation-ship between the Bloomsbury artists and avant-garde art from 1905 to 1925. 03000 290900 www.brighton-hove-museum.org.uk
Farmers’ markets Churchill Square Farmers MarketEvery Wednesday 10am-4pm
Mermaid MarketSaturdays and Sundays 11am-4pmBrighton Marina Square
Brighton Farm MarketEvery Saturday 9am-3pmNorth Road, Brightonwww.brightonfarmmarket.co.uk
Upper Gardner Street MarketEvery Saturday 7am-5pmUpper Gardner Street, Brightonwww.brightonfarmmarket.co.uk
Shoreham Farmers’ MarketSecond Saturday every month 9am-1pmEast Street, Shoreham-by-Sea
Worthing Farmers’ MarketFourth Saturday each monthSouth Street Square, Worthing01903 203252
Lewes Farmers’ MarketFirst Saturday every monthCliffe Pedestrian Precinct, Lewes01273 470900 www.commoncause.org.uk
Motcombe Village Farmers’ Market Last Sat each month 10-1pm Community Wise, Ocklynge Road, Eastbourne01323 722924
Southwick Country MarketEvery Friday 9.15-11amGarden Room, Southwick Community CentreHomemade cakes, plants, fresh eggs, handmade crafts and [email protected]
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