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  1. Add Hastings Embroidery Exhibition to your Itinerary

    Address

    Town Hall, Queens Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1QR

    Hastings

    The Hastings Embroidery is back on display at Hastings Town Hall for the first time in many years.

    It was crafted in 1966 to mark the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings and it is being exhibited to coincide with the Bayeux Tapestry…

    Dates

    From:
    29 Aug 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
  2. Address

    Hastings Museum & Art Gallery, John's Place, Bohemia Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1ET

    Telephone

    01424 451052

    Bohemia Road, Hastings

    Discover a rare glimpse into the story behind one of the world’s most famous works of medieval art at Bayeux Around Britain: Casting a Masterpiece, on display at Hastings Museum & Art Gallery.

    As the first stop in a nationwide British Museum…

    Dates

    From:
    10 Sept 2026to8 Nov 2026
  3. Add Edge: Where the Land Meets the Sea to your Itinerary

    Address

    Hastings Contemporary, Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3DW

    Telephone

    01424 728377

    Hastings

    Edge: Where the Land Meets the Sea is a major new exhibition exploring the fundamental connection between land and sea, and the vital role both play in sustaining life on our planet.

    Through works that move between microscopic ecosystems and…

    Venue

    Hastings Contemporary, Hastings

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2026to3 Jan 2027Open 11:00 - 17:00
  4. Add Pevensey Ghost Walk to your Itinerary

    Address

    Castle Carpark, Church Lane, Pevensey, East Sussex, BN24 5LE

    Telephone

    07740 828215

    Pevensey

    Pevensey Ghost Walk run every Saturday including Saturday October 31st, Halloween, for the 37th year The 90 minute walks are led by lantern light by Robert, local author, walk guide and curator of the Pevensey Court House Museum.. Meet in the Castle…

    Venue

    Talking History, Wealden

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -
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    31 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -
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    7 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
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    14 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
  5. Add Palimpsests by Małgorzata Dawidek to your Itinerary

    Address

    blackShed Gallery, Russet Farm, Redlands Lane, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5NG

    Redlands Lane, Robertsbridge

    You are warmly invited to our upcoming solo exhibition from Małgorzata Dawidek, 'Palimpsests', opening at blackShed Gallery on Saturday 10th October, 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

    This exhibition has resulted from a long period of research and a residency at…

    Venue

    The blackShed Gallery, Rother

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2026to14 Nov 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
  6. Add The Battle of Hastings Re-enactment 2026 to your Itinerary

    Address

    1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield, High Street, Battle, Sussex, TN33 0AE

    Telephone

    0370 333 1181

    Battle

    The one and only Battle of Hastings re-enactment takes place on the very spot where King Harold and Duke William fought in 1066. Don't miss 300 reenactors recreate the drama and intensity of this legendary conflict.

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2026to11 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  7. Add Demonstrations by Call to Arms at Bodiam Castle to your Itinerary

    Address

    Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5UA

    Telephone

    01580830196

    near Robertsbridge

    Be transported back in time and onto the Medieval battlefield with expert demonstrations. 

    Call to Arms is a group with a passion for history and training in Historical European Martial Arts. Dressed in full armour, they show what medieval combat…

    Venue

    Bodiam Castle, Rother

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
  8. Add Winchelsea 1066 History Festival to your Itinerary

    Address

    New Hall, Rectory Lane, Winchelsea, East Sussex, TN36 4AA

    Telephone

    07960945235

    Winchelsea

    October 14th marks the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, arguably one of the most significant days in English history. The resultant Norman Conquest ended nearly 500 years of Anglo-Saxon rule, shifting England's political, cultural and…

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2026Open 13:30 - 16:00
  9. Add "Animals!" to your Itinerary

    Address

    Hastings Museum and Art Gallery, Bohemia Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1ET

    Telephone

    01424451052

    Hastings

    The animals are gathering… But one species hasn't turned up, and it's the species which has been causing all the trouble. Something's got to happen, and whatever it is, it's going to be wild!

    Fun, interactive and featuring original songs,…

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
  10. Add Stade Historic Fishing Quarter Walks to your Itinerary

    Address

    Hastings Fishermen's Museum, Rock-a-Nore Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3DW

    Telephone

    +441424461446

    Hastings

    Walks are pre-bookable only at £4 per ticket - www.ohps.org.uk/walks Starting from the Fishermen's Museum, Rock-a-Nore, you will explore The Stade Historic Fishing Quarter with our experienced volunteer guides, and discover the history of our…

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    15 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
  11. Add Behind the Scenes Experience to your Itinerary

    Address

    The Kent and East Sussex Railway, Tenterden Town Station, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HE

    Telephone

    01580765155

    Station Road, Tenterden

    Behind-the-Scenes Railway Tour at KESR
    Perfect for railway fans, history lovers, and anyone who loves a good adventure.
    Ever wondered what's beyond the platforms? Now's your chance to explore the hidden world of steam & diesel.
    They'll go behind…

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2026Open 09:00 - 16:45
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    17 Oct 2026Open 09:00 - 16:45
  12. Add Antiques Valuation Day to your Itinerary

    Address

    The Kent and East Sussex Railway, Tenterden Town Station, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HE

    Telephone

    01580765155

    Station Road, Tenterden

    We are pleased to welcome back Canterbury Auction Galleries on the 26th February, 23 April, 17 August, 15 October

    Bring your antiques along for a free valuation or contact them in advance to book your slot:

    01227 763337

    general@tcag…

    Dates

    From:
    15 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
  13. Add Rye Town Crier's Ghost Walk to your Itinerary

    Address

    Rye Town Hall, Market Street, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7LA

    Telephone

    +441797223902

    Rye

    Enjoy a 2+ hour guided ghost walk around some of Rye's spookiest spots, with the Town Crier, hearing about some of the town's most notorious paranormal tales. Tours include admission to the 18th century Town Hall.

    Ghost walks start from outside…

    Dates

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    17 Oct 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
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    24 Oct 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
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    30 Oct 2026Open 18:30 - 21:00
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    31 Oct 2026Open 18:30 - 21:00
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    7 Nov 2026Open 18:30 - 21:00
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    21 Nov 2026Open 18:30 - 21:00
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    5 Dec 2026Open 18:30 - 21:00
  14. Add Bayeux Tapestry Creative Writing Workshop to your Itinerary

    Address

    Hastings Museum & Art Gallery, John's Place, Bohemia Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1ET

    Telephone

    01424 451052

    Bohemia Road, Hastings

    Join Inroads Productions and writer Sarah Clifford for a series of free creative writing workshops inspired by the story, themes and legacy of the Bayeux Tapestry.

    Taking inspiration from this iconic medieval masterpiece, currently on display…

    Dates

    From:
    17 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
  15. Add Winchelsea 1066 History Festival to your Itinerary

    Address

    New Hall, Rectory Lane, Winchelsea, East Sussex, TN36 4AA

    Telephone

    07960945235

    Winchelsea

    October 14th marks the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, arguably one of the most significant days in English history. The resultant Norman Conquest ended nearly 500 years of Anglo-Saxon rule, shifting England's political, cultural and…

    Dates

    From:
    24 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 13:00
  16. Add ‘Bayeux Tapestry – The Epic Poem’ Workshop to your Itinerary

    Address

    Hastings Museum & Art Gallery, John's Place, Bohemia Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1ET

    Telephone

    01424 451052

    Bohemia Road, Hastings

    Join award-winning poet Martin Kiszko, known as the UK’s “Green Poet”, for a unique creative workshop inspired by his book Bayeux Tapestry: The Epic Poem - the first epic poem to retell the story of the Bayeux Tapestry in verse.

    Perfect for…

    Dates

    From:
    24 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
  17. Add The Spellbound Express to your Itinerary

    Address

    Tenterden Town Station, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HE

    Telephone

    01580 765155

    Tenterden

    This October half term, join us on a spellbinding steam train adventure bursting with Halloween fun for little witches, wizards, and magical mischief-makers.

    ‍♀️ Mix potions and practise spells with Wendy The Wicked Witch at her bubbling…

    Dates

    From:
    28 Oct 2026to30 Oct 2026
  18. Add Fright Night to your Itinerary

    Address

    Tenterden Town Station, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HE

    Telephone

    01580 765155

    Tenterden

    Join us for an evening of entertainment.

    Arriving at Tenterden from 5:30pm allows time to collect tickets, enjoy some refreshments and take your allocated seats aboard the train. Free Hallowe'en themed children's activities are also available…

    Dates

    From:
    30 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026
  19. Add Winchelsea 1066 History Festival to your Itinerary

    Address

    New Hall, Rectory Lane, Winchelsea, East Sussex, TN36 4AA

    Telephone

    07960945235

    Winchelsea

    October 14th marks the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, arguably one of the most significant days in English history. The resultant Norman Conquest ended nearly 500 years of Anglo-Saxon rule, shifting England's political, cultural and…

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
  20. Add Winchelsea 1066 History Festival to your Itinerary

    Address

    New Hall, Rectory Lane, Winchelsea, East Sussex, TN36 4AA

    Telephone

    07960945235

    Winchelsea

    October 14th marks the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, arguably one of the most significant days in English history. The resultant Norman Conquest ended nearly 500 years of Anglo-Saxon rule, shifting England's political, cultural and…

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 13:00

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Hastings Adventure and Crazy Golf

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Rhythm of the 90s

Rhythm of the 90s isn't just a band; they're an unforgettable experience. Combining the biggest…

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Tim Peake

With fewer than 650 people having reached Earth's orbit, nobody is more qualified than Tim to…

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