Not to be confused with Hastings Week, 7th - 15th October 2006
Not to be confused with Hastings Week, 7th - 15th October 2006
DIARY FOR THE 'Week', AUGUST 5 - 13
This programme is published in good faith, the organisers regret
if any item is withdrawn or cancelled due to circumstances beyond their control
EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS HAPPENING MOST DAYS DURING THE WEEK
FISHERMENS MUSEUM
Rock a Nore
'The First 50 Years'
An exhibition illustrating the first 50 years of the Fishermens Museum 1956-2006
SHIPWRECK AND COASTAL HERITAGE CENTRE
Rock a Nore
The Heritage Centre is open from 10.30am to 5pm every day showing a display of shipwreck and nautical items and relies solely on contributions.
The current exhibition features the 'Anne', the 'Amsterdam', the 'Thomas Lawrence' and photographs by local photographer George Greaves.
A series of talks is presented during Old Town Carnival Week on Tues, Weds, Thurs and Friday (see individual days in this programme) to celebrate 20 years of the Heritage Centre
Saturday 5 th to Saturday 12 th August
OLD TOWN ART EXHIBITON
11am � 5pm every day
Bourne Hall, The Bourne
Exhibition of paintings and ceramics
Donation to OHPS
'POPCORN' � A satirical comic thriller by Ben Elton
Stables Theatre, The Bourne
Friday 11 th August 7.30pm
Sunday 13 th August 5.00pm
Members £5, under 18s £5, groups £6, adults £10
Saturday 5 th to Sunday 13 th August
CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS
St Clements Church, High Street
10am to 5pm every day
Proceeds to church funds
Saturday 5 th & Sunday 6 th August
Saturday 12 th & Sunday 13 th August
EXHIBITION OF OILS, WATERCOLOURS & ETCHINGS by Fred Hofmans
Harris Tapas Bar, High Street
12.30 to 5pm
Harris is showing a collection of works by her father, Fred Hofmans
Entrance £1 to include a glass of wine
Proceeds to OHPS
Friday 4 th to Thursday 10 th August
EXHIBITION BY JACKIE ATTWOOD 'New York'
Rock a Nore Gallery, Rock a Nore Road
Prints and paintings
10am to 6pm
Free admission
Friday 11 th to Sunday 13 th August
EXHIBITION BY RACHEL SPRING Art in Clay and Glaze
Rock a Nore Gallery, Rock a Nore Road
Sculptural art
10am to 6pm
Free admission
Mon 31 st July to Sunday 3 rd September
CLAY PEOPLE OF HASTINGS AND FRIENDS EXHIBITION
A selection of current work by members of the group and their friends
ALL WEEK
Tush & Pat Hamilton's fish burger bar
Under the prow of the Golden Sovereign, adjacent to Fishermens Museum, Rock a Nore
Delicious fishermen's rolls using fresh filleted cod direct from Hastings Fishmarket cooked in olive oil and served in a fresh bun
Sunday 6 th � Sunday 13th
12.00 � 4.00pm daily
HASTINGS HISTORY HOUSE OPEN DAYS
21 Courthouse Street
Interested in history? Visit the Old Town's newest attraction and see how you could get involved. Exhibitions by Old Hastings Preservation Society, Hastings Local History Group and Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group.
Featuring an exhibition of the history of Hastings Old Town Carnival
10.00am � 1.00pm
REX RE-H0ME/SIAMESE WELFARE OPEN DAY
89c All Saints Street
Come and see the unusual Devon Rex and Siamese cats and litter of kittens.
Raffle, tombola, cake stall, stalls and refreshments. The cats here are not for rehoming.
Entry by donation
10.00am � 4.00pm
FAIRY MAKE-OVERS
Geddes Muir Studios, 32 High Street. 01424 420188
Have a picture taken of your little one. Fairy outfits, wings and wands provided. Ages 3-8 years.
£5 per child. No appointment needed.
Donation to OHPS
From 10.00am
ICENI BELLY DANCERS
Winkle Island
Iceni Belly Dancers give a 30 minute display of scintillating eastern dance
10.30am
OPENING CEREMONY PROCESSION
Winkle Island
Join the procession which starts at 10.30am from Winkle Island, proceeds along the seafront, back along George Street, up the High Street with a stop at Stone Corner to unveil a Blue Plaque commemorating John Manwaring Baines, visits the Stables Theatre in the Bourne to view the exhibition and walks down All Saints Street, judging the Best Dressed Window on the way, ending at Winkle Island for the Opening Ceremony at 12 noon. Procession headed by the Mayor of Hastings, including Hastings Corps of Drums, Carnival Queen and Princesses, Iceni Belly Dancers and pupils from the Wendy Cameron Academy of Dancing.
The blue plaque is in memory of John Manwaring Baines, a founder of OHPS who considered that the building at Stone Corner was once the Market House of Hastings, and the restoration of the building by OHPS
11.00am
JUDGING OF BEST DRESSED WINDOW IN ALL SAINTS STREET
All Saints Street
Theme: 'All Creatures Great and Small'
Stroll along the medieval street to view the window displays.
To be judged by the Mayor of Hastings and other local VIPs. Winner is announced by Old Town Crier during the Opening Ceremony at 12noon on Winkle Island.
11.00am
TUG OF WAR
Outside the Lifeboat House
Men's and women's teams
11.00 � 4.00pm
MEET THE COASTGUARD
Coastguard Station, Rock a Nore car park
Come and talk to the local coastguards. Gear and equipment on display
12noon
OPENING CEREMONY
Winkle Island
Old Town Carnival Week officially opened by the Mayor of Hastings, Cllr Maureen Charlesworth, with procession entourage in attendance. Welcoming speech by Anne Scott MBE, Chair of Old Hastings Preservation Society
12.00 � 2.00pm
OPEN STUDIO with Cheese & Wine
1 Exmouth Place (off Hill Street)
Ceramics and paintings. Enjoy the lovely views of the sea and the Old Town.
£2 for cheese and glass of wine
All profits to OHPS
12.30pm
RAISING OF THE FLAG to celebrate the opening of Old Town Carnival Week
Fishermens Museum, Rock a Nore
Michael Foster DL MP raises the flag. Music from the Hastings Corps of Drums
12.30pm
ICENI BELLY DANCERS
Winkle Island
A display of eastern dance
1.00 � 4.00pm
OWLS at the seaside
Adjacent to the Fishermens Museum, Rock a Nore
Jackie Cullen from Hastings Bird Rescue brings her owls to the Old Town. Learn about the birds and even stroke them. For a small donation in the collecting bucket, you can have your photo taken holding an owl. Hastings Bird Rescue relies solely on donations. The event will not take place if it is raining. Donations to Hastings Bird Rescue and OHPS
2.00 � 5.00pm
HASTINGS RNLI
Lifeboat House
Official launch of the fundraising campaign for the purchase of a new inshore lifeboat. Static demonstration of lifeboat and equipment on the beach adjacent to the beach concert. Lifeboat Station and shop will be open to visitors 10am to 5pm throughout the week.
2.00 � 5.00pm
SUMMER FETE
Old Hastings House, High Street
Strawberries & cream, stalls, home made cakes and famous cheese scones, raffle, tombola, childrens stalls. Sit in the gardens of this wonderful Old Town house.
Punch & Judy Show at 3pm
Proceeds to Old Hastings House
2.00 � 8.00pm
HASTINGS FREE BEACH CONCERT - DAY 1
On the Stade next to the Lifeboat Station
Free beach concert with a good cross-section of music. This year's event is also the official launch of an appeal to raise £50,000 over the next two years for a new inshore lifeboat.
Line up for today:
Mick Mepham
Zucchini
Joe's Blooze Band
Little Monkeys
Letz Zep
Sounds: DJ Monkey Dave
MC: Mick Mepham
Medical Cover: Red Cross (opposite Lifeboat House)
PA: CRS
Bar and food available on site � please use these facilities. NO BARBECUES PERMITTED within concert area.
Toilets: Stade Car Park
Supervised children's play area
Please use skips and black sacks provided around the site.
Beach Collection by official collectors with ID (beware of imposters)
2006 Concert t-shirts and band merchandise on sale
Special thanks to: All sponsors and suppliers; Hastings Trust; the Lifeboat Crew/Station volunteers; Hastings Fishing Fleet; East Hastings Sea Angling Association; all musicians for giving their time for free; all Beach Concert volunteers; UA; The Entertainer; the Observer Group; Priory Meadow; Arrow FM
2.15pm
TWITTENS & CAT CREEPS
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
An interesting and unusual guided walking tour of hidden narrow footpaths, flights of steps and nooks & crannies, many with a tale to tell. The tour, lasting approx 1hr 20mins, involves some steps and steep inclines and will include amusing factual and historical anecdotes. Led by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £3.75 adults, £2.50 children under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on walk at £4 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS.
2.30 - 5.00pm
'TEA AT THE RITZ'
St Clements Church Hall, Croft Road
Enjoy scrumptious tea and cakes while listening to Robert Connelly at the piano
Organised by Manic Caterers
£6 per head. Advance booking 01424 443033
Donation to OHPS
7.00pm
LINCO-LINGO � The Old Town Bingo Game
OHPS Headquarters, 21 Courthouse Street
An Old Town based bingo game, originated and organised by Bruce Nicol.
Entry £4 with prizes for winners
Proceeds to OHPS
7.15pm
SMUGGLERS WALK
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
An atmospheric and entertaining guided walk of approx 1hr 20mins around the Old Town and Fishing Quarter, recounting true stories of smuggling in Hastings in the 18 th and early 19 th centuries and the involvement of local people. Conducted by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £3.75 adults, £2.50 children under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on walk at £4 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS.
7.30 � 10.00pm
OLD TOWN ART EXHIBITION PREVIEW
Bourne Hall, The Bourne
8.00pm
HASTINGS HORROR WALK
Meet at Swan Gardens, High Street
True Tales of Terror from the town's less illustrious past revealed in grim detail. Definitely not for the squeamish! A walking tour lasting approx 1hr 30mins. Participants with dogs on leads welcome.
£5.50 adults only. In advance from Carnival Office, High Street or on the evening. Numbers limited so early booking advised.
11.00am � 4.00pm
MEET THE COASTGUARD
Coastguard Station, Rock a Nore car park
Come and talk to the local coastguards. Gear and equipment on display
2.00 � 5.00pm
HASTINGS RNLI
Lifeboat House
Official launch of the fundraising campaign for the purchase of a new inshore lifeboat. Static demonstration of lifeboat and equipment on the beach adjacent to the beach concert. Lifeboat Station and shop will be open to visitors 10am to 5pm throughout the week
2.00 � 5.00pm
FUN IN SWAN GARDENS
High Street
Displays of belly dancing by the Iceni Belly Dancing Troupe, sing-a-long to Old Town Music Hall, and lots more family entertainment.
An OHPS event
2.00 � 5.00pm
LOWER TORFIELD ALLOTMENTS OPEN DAY
Top end (North) of High Street and keep going until you see the signs
Barbecue, home made, raffle. Bring your own picnic if you wish
In aid of Lower Torfield Allotments Association, donation to OHPS
2.00 � 7.00pm
HASTINGS FREE BEACH CONCERT - DAY 2
On the Stade next to the Lifeboat Station
Free beach concert with a good cross-section of music. This year's event is also the official launch of an appeal to raise £50,000 over the next two years for a new inshore lifeboat.
Line up for today:
Rude Knot To
Cushdy
Chicago Line Blues
Rhythm Doctors
Sounds: DJ Monkey Dave
MC: Mick Mepham
Medical Cover: Red Cross (opposite Lifeboat House)
PA: CRS
Bar and food available on site � please use these facilities. NO BARBECUES PERMITTED within concert area.
Toilets: Stade Car Park
Supervised children's play area
Please use skips and black sacks provided around the site.
Beach Collection by official collectors with ID (beware of imposters)
2006 Concert t-shirts and band merchandise on sale
Special thanks to: All sponsors and suppliers; Hastings Trust; the Lifeboat Crew/Station volunteers; Hastings Fishing Fleet; East Hastings Sea Angling Association; all musicians for giving their time for free; all Beach Concert volunteers; UA; The Entertainer; the Observer Group; Priory Meadow; Arrow FM
2.30pm
THE FAMOUS HASTINGS BACK PASSAGES TOUR
Meet at Chessbooard, George Street
An intriguing labyrinth of ancient alleys revealed by an award winning arts festival tour leader. Walk lasts approx 1hr 40mins. Participants with dogs on leads are welcome.
Adults £5, £3.50 under 16. Numbers limited so early booking advised. Tickets available from Carnival Office in High Street or on the tour.
3.00 � 4.00pm
DEMONSTRATION OF LAUNCHING OF HASTINGS LIFEBOATS
Lifeboat House
Lifeboat Station and shop is open every day from 10am to 5pm
4.00pm
OLD TOWN CRIERS COMPETITION
Swan Gardens, High Street
The annual Old Town Criers Competition. Come and hear their spectacular cries or, better still, have a go yourself!! Winner is presented with a trophy and prize and is appointed Old Town Crier for the year. Costumes preferred. Just turn up! Bottle of wine for every entrant. Judging by the Mayor of Hastings and Ray Goode, ex Hastings Town Crier.
Prize for Old Town Crier kindly donated by Mike Bigg from the FILO
An OHPS event
4.30pm
AFTERNOON TEA SERVICE
St Clements Church, High Street
Tea, cakes and prayers
7.15pm
SMUGGLERS WALK
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
An atmospheric and entertaining guided walk of approx 1hr 20mins around the Old Town and Fishing Quarter, recounting true stories of smuggling in Hastings in the 18 th and early 19 th centuries and the involvement of local people. Conducted by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £3.75 adults, £2.50 children under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on walk at £4 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS.
8.30am � 12.30pm
BREAKFAST BUTTIES & COFFEE MORNING
All Saints Church Hall, All Saints Street
Start the day with bacon, sausage or egg buttie! Teas, coffees and cake stall.
In aid of Friends of the Conquest
Donation to OHPS
10.30am
OFFICIAL OPENING OF FISHERMENS MUSEUM EXTENSION
Rock a Nore
The Lord Warden, Admiral the Lord Boyce GCB OBE DL, who is Lord Warden and Admiral of the Cinque Ports and Constable of Dover Castle, will unveil a commemorative plaque
Fishermens Museum, Rock a Nore
10.30am � 1.00pm
WENDY CAMERON DANCING DISPLAY
St Mary Star of the Sea Hall, The Bourne
With SALE OF NEARLY NEW CLOTHES
Cake Stall
Admission £1 in aid of St Mary's and St Clements churches
12.00 � 3.00pm
OWLS at the seaside
Adjacent to the Fishermens Museum, Rock a Nore
Jackie Cullen from Hastings Bird Rescue brings her owls to the Old Town. Learn about the birds and even stroke them. For a small donation in the collecting bucket, you can have your photo taken holding an owl. Hastings Bird Rescue relies solely on donations. The event will not take place if it is raining. Donations to Hastings Bird Rescue and OHPS
2.00 � 5.00pm
STREET MARKET
Courthouse Street
Stalls and street entertainment
Road closed to traffic
2.15pm
FOYLES WALK
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
A fascinating 'war time' guided walk of approx 1 hour, taking in most of the Hastings TV film locations being used for this popular TV series. Led by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets Adults £3.50, children under 14 £2.50 from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from the guide on the walk £4 adults, £2.75 children under 14. Donations to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS
2.30 � 5.30pm
ORGANIC CREAM TEA
Garden of 106 High Street
An organic cream tea in the garden of the former Old Town Rectory plus raffle.
£4.50 entry to include the tea
Proceeds to Lower Torfield Allotment Association, Soil Association and Women's Environmental. Donation to OHPS
6.30pm
SEABOOT RACE
Courthouse Street
In memory of Peter Trickett, an Old Towner, who died in 2002.
Fastest runner wearing seaboots along the length of Courthouse Street, round the lobster pot and back. Timed certificates issued to all entrants. The winner is presented with Peter's walking stick, to be held for one year. The event originated from an idea by Deeday White and is organised by High Street Traders. Courthouse Street will be closed to traffic.
The race will be followed by a GRAND AUCTION of donated gifts
Proceeds to local charities via High Street Traders
7.00 � 8.30pm
ARCHITECTURAL WALK 'All Saints Street � then and now'
Meet outside All Saints Church, All Saints Street
Stroll along the high pavement to the seafront, looking at the architecture of the buildings and considering the many changes which have taken place in the last 100 years, both to their appearance and usage
£2.50 per person
Suitable for wheelchairs
Proceeds to St Michael's Hospice and OHPS
7.00pm
OLD TOWN TREASURE TRAIL
Register at Winkle Island at 6.30pm
Fancy Dress a must!
7.30pm
ORGAN CONCERT
All Saints Church, All Saints Street
Mark Williams from St Paul's Cathedral
Part of a season of Organ Concerts in All Saints Church on the Father Willis Organ.
Other dates for the season: 10 July; 17 July; 24 July; 31 July; 7 Aug; 14 Aug; 21 Aug; 28 Aug
Tickets £7 on the door or phone 01797 222615 for further information
All profits go towards the upkeep of the Father Willis Organ
8.00pm
ANCIENT INNKEEPERS TRAIL
Meet at Chessboard, George Street
Join us for a 75 minute walk (or stagger!) around the ancient innes of Hastings Old Town. Hear the fascinating history and folklore behind the old innes and pubs and step back into the smuggling era! Ticket includes light refreshment at two ancient innes and fun quiz and games en route. Tickets £5 per person. Numbers limited so early booking advised. Tickets available from Carnival Office in High Street or on the tour. Over 18s only. Organised by Tina & John Lakin
11.00am � 3.00pm
CRAFT FAIR
St Mary Star of the Sea Church Hall, High Street or the Bourne
Local craft workers stalls. Refreshments available all day.
Free entrance
Proceeds to church funds
11.30pm � 2.30pm
HOT & COLD BUFFET LUNCH
All Saints Hall, All Saints Street
A choice of meat, cheese, salads, potatoes, rice. £3
Sweets and drinks also available. Organised by 2 nd Hastings Brownies & Guides
Donation to OHPS
1.00pm
LUNCHTIME TALK BY Dr Peter Marsden
Shipwreck and Coastal Heritage Centre
Rock a Nore
Today's talk: Changing Coastlines
One of a series of talks, Tues to Friday this week
2.00 � 4.00pm
ART EXHIBITION AND SALE
Tuskervin, 70 Croft Road
Three dimensional decoupage. Pictures, silk paintings, etc. View of the Old Town from the patio.
Donation to OHPS
2.00 � 5.00pm
F.I.L.O. BREWERY TOUR
14-15 High Street
Find out how this local brewery works and taste the brew!
Donations to OHPS
2.15pm
TWITTENS AND CAT CREEPS
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
An interesting and unusual guided walking tour of hidden narrow footpaths, flights of steps and nooks & crannies, many with a tale to tell. The tour, lasting approx 1hr 20mins, involves some steps and steep inclines and will include amusing factual and historical anecdotes. Led by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £3.75 adults, £2.50 children under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on walk at £4 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS
2.30pm
The Official OLD TOWN WALK
Meet at top station of West Hill Lift
(You will find the West Hill Lift at the western end of George Street. Take a trip up in the lift to the top station or walk up via Cobourg Place and over the West Hill)
The official Old Hastings Preservation Society walk, with experienced guides, is downhill and takes approx 2 hours, with visits to the many historical and picturesque sites of Hastings Old Town.
There is no charge but donations to the Old Hastings Preservation Society are welcome.
5.30 � 8.30pm
OLD TOWN BIKE RACE
Crown Lane
For the Jimmy Read Memorial Trophy
The Rules: pedal power alone and no lifting backside from the saddle � and just to make sure this rule is kept, a 10shilling note is to be kept between rider and saddle!
All welcome � just turn up and pay a donation to the starter.
The Bike Race has no organisers � the timekeepers, flagman and all other helpers turn up year after year to make the event happen.
It is not advisable to bring dogs to this event and young children should be under the supervision of adults
6.00pm
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS SERVICE
All Saints Church
Join in this lovely service
8.00pm
GHOSTLY MURDER GAME
Meet outside the Anchor pub, George Street
Now is your chance to become a detective and help solve an age-old murder mystery! Based on a popular story from Hastings Ghost Walk by Tina Lakin this spooky tale really does come alive. Spend the evening exploring the old streets, hunting for clues, searching for answers and solving the riddles and messages hidden in the codes! This is great fun for everyone. Prizes!! Tickets £7.50 in advance from Carnival Office, High Street or phone 07738 826541. Organised by Tina & John Lakin
8.00pm
SHORE SOUNDS
Butlers Gap, George Street
A selection of songs with a distinctly summery flavour in a range of styles from gospel to pop classics, served up with a touch of jazz !
Donation to OHPS
Shore Sounds is the Hastings Community Choir and is open to adults of all ages and experience. No formal audition is required or music reading ability: just the desire to sing a wide range of songs with other people and have fun! Since it was set up 5 years ago by its leader, Carol Prior, it has performed locally, regionally and nationally, including the White Rock Theatre, Global Fusion, De La Warr Pavilion, Brighton Festival and Cecil Sharp House in London. The new term starts on September 26 th and the first session is free, so why not come along and give it a go? We look forward to seeing you. For more details, phone 07984 927271
10.00 � 12noon
COFFEE MORNING AND OPEN COURTYARD
Garden Cottage, Croft Road
Sit and enjoy coffee in a floral courtyard
In aid the Stroke Association, donation to OHPS
11.00am � 2.00pm
HASTINGS LIFEBOAT OPEN DAY
Lifeboat Station
With conducted tours of the Lifeboat and Lifeboat Station
The Station and shop are open to visitors 10am to 5pm every day
12.00 � 2.00pm
CHEESE & WINE
Shovells, 125 All Saints Street
See the ancient Mulberry Tree in this medieval courtyard garden while you sip wine and nibble cheese! Inside if wet
Donations to OHPS
12.00 � 2.00pm
PLOUGHMAN'S LUNCH
St Mary Star of the Sea Hall, The Bourne
Ploughman's Lunch and Coffee £2.50. Sweets 50p extra
Proceeds to church funds
12.00 � 3.00pm
OWLS at the seaside
Adjacent to the Fishermens Museum, Rock a Nore
Jackie Cullen from Hastings Bird Rescue brings her owls to the Old Town. Learn about the birds and even stroke them. For a small donation in the collecting bucket, you can have your photo taken holding an owl. Hastings Bird Rescue relies solely on donations. The event will not take place if it is raining. Donations to Hastings Bird Rescue and OHPS
1.00pm
LUNCHTIME TALK BY Dr Peter Marsden
Shipwreck and Coastal Heritage Centre
Rock a Nore
Today's talk: The Amsterdam '1749'. Dutch East Indiaman sunk at Hastings during her Maiden Voyage in 1749
One of a series of talks, Tues to Friday this week
2.00 � 4.30pm
OPEN GARDEN
9 All Saints Crescent
Sit in this beautiful garden set into the East Hill and admire the view. Refreshments available for a small charge. There are steps in the garden.
Donation to OHPS
2.15pm
FOYLES WALK
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
A fascinating 'war time' guided walk of approx 1 hour, taking in most of the Hastings TV film locations being used for this popular TV series. Led by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets Adults £3.50, children under 14 £2.50 from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from the guide on the walk £4 adults, £2.75 children under 14. Donations to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS
6.00 � 7.30pm
EXHIBITION OF AMATEUR BOXING by members of West Hill Youth Club
On Beach next to Lifeboat House
Members of the club will be demonstrating their skills in exhibition bouts and training methods.
Donations to West Hill Youth Club.
West Hill Youth Club was founded in 1938 and is based in Whitefriars Road, where it has been since the early 1940s. The club has had successful teams in football, athletics and table tennis and the boxing section was started in 1948, becoming one of the leading boxing clubs in the United Kingdom. To date, the club has produced eight national champions at Schoolboy and NABC levels and over 200 County and Southern Counties champions who have represented their club and country throughout Europe. Two of the club's coaches have been selected as England coaches. The club is run on a voluntary, unpaid basis and the considerable annual expenditure in running the club is derived entirely from fund-raising events and donations. The club is affiliated to Clubs for Young People (formerly National association of Boys Clubs) Boxing is governed by the Amateur Boxing Association (ABA)
7.00pm
CHESS CHALLENGE
All Saints Hall, All Saints Street
Chess competition for ungraded players
£5 entry fee, under 18 years £3
Prizes awarded to winners
Proceeds to Two Towers Trust
7.30PM
PRAM RACE
Starts and finishes at the Cutter Pub, East Parade
All entrants must register by 7pm. Get your team together for a great night and be back at the Cutter for the trophy and prizegiving
8.00pm
HASTINGS OLD TOWN GHOST WALK
Meet at Chessboard, George Street
Join us for 75 minutes of things that go bump in the night! Hear terrifying tales of ghosts and spooky tales of witches! Also hear about the fascinating history of this wonderful area. Route includes uphill walks and steps. Children must be accompanied by adults. Tickets £4 adults, £3 children. Numbers limited so early booking advised. Tickets available from Carnival Office in High Street or on the tour. Organised by Tina & John Lakin
10.00 � 12noon
COFFEE IN THE GARDEN
Cordwainers, 19 High Street (entry from The Bourne Car Park)
Proceeds to OHPS History Centre
12.00 � 2.30pm
PLOUGHMANS LUNCH
All Saints Hall, All Saints Street
Ploughmans Lunch, sweet and coffee £3
In aid of RNLI and donation to OHPS
1.00pm
LUNCHTIME TALK BY Dr Peter Marsden
Shipwreck and Coastal Heritage Centre
Rock a Nore
Today's talk: The Anne '1690'. A 70-gun English Warship, built 1678. Damaged during the Battle of Beachy Head in 1690 and sunk in sands at Pett Level.
One of a series of talks, Tues to Friday this week
2.00 � 4.00pm
ART EXHIBITION AND SALE
Tuskervin, 70 Croft Road
Three dimensional decoupage. Pictures, silk paintings, etc. View of the Old Town from the patio.
Donation to OHPS
2.00 � 5.00pm
OPEN GARDEN & CHINA SALE
120 Old London Road (driveway before petrol station)
Sale of china and bric a brac
Tea or coffee with cakes and scones £1
Donation to OHPS
2.00 � 5.00pm
F.I.L.O. BREWERY TOUR
14-15 High Street
Find out how this local brewery works and taste the brew!
Donations to OHPS
2.15pm
TWITTENS AND CAT CREEPS
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
An interesting and unusual guided walking tour of hidden narrow footpaths, flights of steps and nooks & crannies, many with a tale to tell. The tour, lasting approx 1hr 20mins, involves some steps and steep inclines and will include amusing factual and historical anecdotes. Led by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £3.75 adults, £2.50 children under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on walk at £4 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS
11.00 � 3.00pm
CRAFT FAIR
St Mary Star of the Sea Church Hall, High Street/The Bourne
Lcal craftworkers stalls. Refreshments available all day
Free entrance
Proceeds to church funds
2.30pm
The Official OLD TOWN WALK
Meet at top station of West Hill Lift
(You will find the West Hill Lift at the western end of George Street. Take a trip up in the lift to the top station or walk up via Cobourg Place and over the West Hill)
The official Old Hastings Preservation Society walk, with experienced guides, is downhill and takes approx 2 hours, with visits to the many historical and picturesque sites of Hastings Old Town.
There is no charge but donations to the Old Hastings Preservation Society are welcome.
From 7.00pm
'PAELLA' COOKED BEFORE YOUR VERY EYES
49 High Street
Sangria and Spanish food!
There will be a charge for the food
Donations to High Street Traders' charities and OHPS
7.00 � 11.00pm
HIGH STREET PARTY
High Street
Sideshows, stalls, bands, children's fancy dress competition, jitterbugging, belly dancing and much, much more. Non-stop entertainment. A section of the High Street and all of Roebuck Street will be closed for the event. Organised by High Street Traders raising funds for local charities.
7.00pm
CHILDREN'S FANCY DRESS COMPETITION
At the Street Party in High Street
Two classes: under 8 and 8 & over
Prizes and presents for all entrants
7.30pm / 8.30pm / 9.30pm
'I LOVE THIS TOWN' by Glenn Veness
Electric Palace Cinema, 39 High Street
The Electric Palace invites you once again to its popular screening of films featuring Hastings and its inhabitants, as captured by local film maker Glenn Veness.
Free event
Donations welcome
8.00pm
ANCIENT INNKEEPERS TRAIL
Meet at Chessboard, George Street
Join us for a 75 minute walk (or stagger!) around the ancient innes of Hastings Old Town. Hear the fascinating history and folklore behind the old innes and pubs and step back into the smuggling era! Ticket includes light refreshment at two ancient innes and fun quiz and games en route. Tickets £5 per person. Numbers limited so early booking advised. Tickets available from Carnival Office in High Street or on the tour. Over 18s only. Organised by Tina & John Lakin
10.30 � 11.30am
HASTINGS LOCAL MARKET
All Saints Hall, All Saints Street
Home grown fruit and vegetables, home baked cakes & savouries, home made preserves & chutneys plus plants and flowers
10.00 � 12noon
OPEN GARDEN
89 High Street
Enjoy 'the garden with a difference'. Refreshments available.
Proceeds to Open Doors and OHPS
12.00 � 3.00pm
OWLS at the seaside
Adjacent to the Fishermens Museum, Rock a Nore
Jackie Cullen from Hastings Bird Rescue brings her owls to the Old Town. Learn about the birds and even stroke them. For a small donation in the collecting bucket, you can have your photo taken holding an owl. Hastings Bird Rescue relies solely on donations. The event will not take place if it is raining. Donations to Hastings Bird Rescue and OHPS
2.00 � 4.00pm
ART EXHIBITION AND SALE
Tuskervin, 70 Croft Road
Three dimensional decoupage. Pictures, silk paintings, etc. View of the Old Town from the patio.
Donation to OHPS
2.00 � 5.00pm
OPEN GARDEN & CHINA SALE
120 Old London Road (driveway before petrol station)
Sale of china and bric a brac
Tea or coffee with cakes and scones £1
Donation to OHPS
3.00 � 5.00pm
DICKENS COTTAGE OPEN
112 High Street
Progress on the restoration of this historic house and a display of finds from the excavations.
Proceeds to OHPS History Centre
7.00 � 8.30pm
ARCHITECTURAL WALK 'All Saints Street � then and now'
Meet outside All Saints Church, All Saints Street
Stroll along the high pavement to the seafront, looking at the architecture of the buildings and considering the many changes which have taken place in the last 100 years, both to their appearance and usage. Route suitable for wheelchairs
£2.50 per person
Proceeds to St Michael's Hospice and OHPS
7.15pm
SMUGGLERS WALK
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
An atmospheric and entertaining guided walk of approx 1hr 20mins around the Old Town and Fishing Quarter, recounting true stories of smuggling in Hastings in the 18 th and early 19 th centuries and the involvement of local people. Conducted by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £3.75 adults, £2.50 children under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on walk at £4 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS.
7.30pm
HAUNTED HASTINGS PUBS TOURS
Meet at Swan Gardens, High Street
The Drinkers' Ghost Walk that starts and finishes with visits to haunted pubs, lasting approx 1hr 30mins. £5.50 (not including drinks). Numbers limited so early booking advised. Tickets available from Carnival Office in High Street or on the tour. Over 18s only
7.30pm
EVENING WALK led by Dr Peter Marsden to the 'Amsterdam' at low tide.
Meet on the Beach Side of Bridge Way at Bulverhythe, off Bexhill Road, St Leonards on Sea
Donations very welcome. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult
7.30pm (doors and bar open 6.30pm)
DROP DEAD DIVAS
St Mary in the Castle, Pelham Place
A cabaret night to remember with the Drop Dead Divas, Adèle Anderson (from Fascinating Aida), Alvin Stardust, Liane Carroll and Ian Shaw performing swing, jazz, west end musical, rock and acoustic in the fabulous setting of St Mary in the Castle.
Wine, beer and soft drinks available.
Table seats £13.50 per person; Stall & Balcony seats £9; sorry, no concessions. Tickets available from 01424 812662 or Hastings Information Centre on The Stade, or Priory Meadow.
Dress code: whatever you feel comfortable in � casual or evening wear � it's up to you!
This is a charity event, raising funds for local charities.
We are grateful for sponsorship from the The Roost Group, Fuga and others, without whom this event would not have taken place
8.00pm
AMSTERDAM THEME NIGHT
The Royal Albion pub, George Street
Amsterdam theme night and cabaret by international drag artistes.
Fancy Dress � as glamorous as you like!! In aid of St Michael's Hospice
8.00pm
HASTINGS OLD TOWN GHOST WALK
Meet at Chessboard, George Street
Join us for 75 minutes of things that go bump in the night! Hear terrifying tales of ghosts and spooky tales of witches! Also hear about the fascinating history of this wonderful area. Route includes uphill walks and steps. Children must be accompanied by adults. Tickets £4 adults, £3 children. Numbers limited so early booking advised. Tickets available from Carnival Office in High Street or on the tour. Organised by Tina & John Lakin
10.00am � 4.00pm
FAIRY MAKE-OVERS
Geddes Muir Studios, 32 High Street. 01424 420188
Have a picture taken of your little one. Fairy outfits, wings and wands provided. Ages 3-8 years.
£5 per child. No appointment needed.
Donation to OHPS
10.30am � 12noon
PARISH GIFT DAY
St Clements Church, High Street
11.00am
FROM THE OLD TOWN TO THE NEW TOWN
Meet on seafront opposite the west end of West Street
In the early 19 th century, the town of Hastings spread out of the Bourne Valley to where the town centre is today. How and why did this happen?
Guided walk led by local historian Steve Peak
£2 per person in aid of OHPS new headquarters
11.00am
HOISTING THE SAIL
Beside the Fishermens Museum, Rock a Nore
Demonstration of hoisting the sail on the Rebecca May, the oldest fishing boat on Hastings fishing beach
11.00am � late
GARDEN RAILWAY EXHIBITION
All Saints Hall, All Saints Street
An exhibition of three model railway layouts plus lots of information and advice
Organised by the Sussex G Scale Group
Admission £2 adults, 50p children
11.00 � 2.00pm
OWLS at the seaside
Adjacent to the Fishermens Museum, Rock a Nore
Jackie Cullen from Hastings Bird Rescue brings her owls to the Old Town. Learn about the birds and even stroke them. For a small donation in the collecting bucket, you can have your photo taken holding an owl. Hastings Bird Rescue relies solely on donations. The event will not take place if it is raining. Donations to Hastings Bird Rescue and OHPS
2.15pm
FOYLES WALK
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
A fascinating 'war time' guided walk of approx 1 hour, taking in most of the Hastings TV film locations being used for this popular TV series. Led by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets Adults £3.50, children under 14 £2.50 from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from the guide on the walk £4 adults, £2.75 children under 14. Donations to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS
5.00pm
GRAND CARNIVAL PROCESSION
Starting from Rock a Nore Car Park, along the seafront to Pelham Place Fountain, back to the Old Town and up High Street, then down All Saints Street
8.00pm
HASTINGS HORROR WALK
Meet at Swan Gardens, High Street
True Tales of Terror from the town's less illustrious past revealed in grim detail. Definitely not for the squeamish! A walking tour lasting approx 1hr 30mins. Participants with dogs on leads welcome. £5.50 adults only. In advance from Carnival Office, High Street or on the evening. Numbers limited so early booking advised.
8.00pm
GHOSTLY MURDER GAME
Meet at Chessboard, George Street
Now is your chance to become a detective and help solve an age-old murder mystery! Based on a popular story from Hastings Ghost Walk by Tina Lakin this spooky tale really does come alive. Spend the evening exploring the old streets, hunting for clues, searching for answers and solving the riddles and messages hidden in the codes! This is great fun for everyone. Prizes!! Tickets £7.50 in advance from Carnival Office, High Street or phone 07738 826541. Organised by Tina & John Lakin
9.00pm
FIREWORKS
11.00am
CARNIVAL JAZZ BREAKFAST
St Mary in the Castle, Pelham Place
Listen to The Vintage Hot 5 while eating breakfast
Tickets £6 in advance from Hastings Information Centre. Or on the door £8, £7 members. To include coffee and cake.
Organised by St Mary in the Castle Friends
11.00am � 4.00pm
GARDEN RAILWAY EXHIBITION
All Saints Hall, All Saints Street
An exhibition of three model railway layouts plus lots of information and advice
Organised by the Sussex G Scale Group
Admission £2 adults, 50p children
2.00pm
FISHING BOAT PARADE
Hastings is home to the biggest beach-based fishing fleet in Europe, and local fishermen will compete for a prize of the best dressed boat. They will then parade from The Stade to the Pier and back � by sea, of course!
2.00 � 4.00pm
OPEN FLAT AND ROOF GARDEN
Flat 4, 33 High Street
Entrance £1, to include free glass of home-made wine
In aid of OHPS headquarters at 21 Courthouse Street, Old Town
2.15pm
TWITTENS AND CAT CREEPS
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
An interesting and unusual guided walking tour of hidden narrow footpaths, flights of steps and nooks & crannies, many with a tale to tell. The tour, lasting approx 1hr 20mins, involves some steps and steep inclines and will include amusing factual and historical anecdotes. Led by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £3.75 adults, £2.50 children under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on walk at £4 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS
2.30pm
THE FAMOUS HASTINGS BACK PASSAGES TOUR
Meet at Chessbooard, George Street
An intriguing labyrinth of ancient alleys revealed by an award winning arts festival tour leader. Walk lasts approx 1hr 40mins. Participants with dogs on leads are welcome.
Adults £5, £3.50 under 16. Numbers limited so early booking advised. Tickets available from Carnival Office in High Street or on the tour.
3.00pm
LOGGETTS COMPETITION
Stag Inn, All Saints Street
4.30pm
FOYLES WALK
Meet at Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore
A fascinating 'war time' guided walk of approx 1 hour, taking in most of the Hastings TV film locations being used for this popular TV series. Led by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets Adults £3.50, children under 14 £2.50 from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from the guide on the walk £4 adults, £2.75 children under 14. Donations to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS
6.30pm
SONGS OF PRAISE
St Clements Church, High Street
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