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Saturday 28th July
“Stade Colour” 2012 Open Photography Competition
From now until 9 September 2012.
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10.30 am
Opening of exhibitions at Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
Celebrating 60 years of the Old Hastings Preservation Society and 40 years of Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group. Three exhibitions “Hastings in 1952”, “HAARG past present and future” and “Anniversaries 2012”.
10.30 am
Tug o' War.
Outside ifeboat Station, The Stade
Inter pub tug of war. Ladies & men's teams of 8. £!3.50 entry per team. Entries close & money to be paid by 14th July. All enquiries to Claire Harley 07967 964460
From 11am
Judging the Best Dressed Window Competition in All Saints Street
– this year’s theme “Anniversaries 2012”.
The winners certificates will be presented on Sunday 29th at the coronation ceremony of the Hastings Old Town Carnival Queen at approx 2.30pm at Winkle Island.
12 noon approx
Opening the centenary exhibition at Hastings Fishermen’s Museum –
“Celebrating 100 Years of ‘Enterprise’ RX 278“.
The ‘Enterprise’ is the main exhibit in the Fishermen’s Museum and the display will include its history from the first days at sea to its resting place in the museum together with oral reminiscences from fishermen who sailed her. This display will be available to see throughout the year. Entrance free, donations appreciated to Fishermen’s Museum. Wheelchair accessible.
10.30 to12 noon
Coffee Morning in Open Garden
110 The Bourne (entrance between 139 & 140 All Saints Street)
Come and relax and enjoy coffee & biscuits in a hidden Old Town garden! Courtesy of John and Mary Allaway. Donation to OHPS. Wheelchair access.
10.30am to 4pm
Open House Dickens Cottage,112 High Street
Your last opportunity to see inside one of the oldest houses in the Old Town.
'The Naked Ladies' will be serving tea and homemade cookies.
Entrance fee of £4 proceeds to The Pilgrims Hospice in Ashford in memory of Helen Stevenson also donation to OHPS.
11am to 5pm
Pirate Fun Day in Courthouse Street
An afternoon of entertainment in Courthouse Street including the usual fun and frolics for children and adults alike, With sideshows, a raffle, and a PIRATE PICNIC and PIRATE BARBECUE. Come and get your PIRATE PASSPORT and the chance to win a Golden Coin. Followed by the PIRATE FANCY DRESS COMPETITION at 4pm and a scintillating display by the Iceni Tribal Dancers at 5.30pm.
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11am to 3pm
Craft Fair – Two Towers Trust
All Saints Church Hall
A craft fair showcasing local talent. Come and browse, and support a worthwhile local charity too, dedicated to restoring the Old Town’s two mediaeval churches. Admission free. Donations appreciated. Wheelchair accessible.
11am – 5pm
Have a Go on the Potter’s Wheel
Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street
12.15pm – 2 pm
Open Garden
Owlers Cottage, 104B High Street
Secluded and romantic walled garden in Old Town twitten. Includes sunken rose garden and quirky wind sculpture. Small table and plant sale. Courtesy of Clive Richardson. Entry £1. Donation to OHPS. Closed if wet due to slippery steps.
1pm – 9pm
RNLI Free Beach Concert – also on Sunday 29th July 1pm-7pm
On the beach next to the Lifeboat House
The 24th free beach concert fund-raising for the lifeboat and showcasing some of the best bands playing around the Hastings area.
Line-up for today includes
South of Saturn;
Black Sheep;
Ugenix;
Lost Boys;
Arivmia;
Vendetta.
There will be a bar on site with part of the proceeds going to RNLI so the audience is encouraged not to bring their own alcohol. There will be a range of food outlets on site. Please take your rubbish with you – black sacks and skips provided on site.
To comply with our insurance cover BBQs are forbidden and music will stop until all BBQs have been extinguished.
Licensed collectors will be wearing ID and official RNLI collection buckets will be visible on the beach. Beware of impostors!
Special thanks to the RNLI, Hastings fishing fleet, all our sponsors and suppliers, the bands, local media and all our volunteers. Thanks to you all – donations gratefully received. |
2pm to 4pm
Summer Fete
Old Hastings House, 132 High Street
Strawberries and Cream, cake stall, tombola, raffle, bottle stall, home made stall, bric a brac, face painting, Guess the Weight of the Cake and Name the Soft top competitions. Donations welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Donation to OHPS.
2.30 to 5pm
Carnival Tea Dance at St Mary-in-the-Castle
Local musician Louise Denny entertains and plays music for dancing. Carnival dress welcome. Entry £8 (members £7) includes tea and scrummy cakes. Tickets at door or in advance from St Mary’s cafe. Wheelchair access. Donation to OHPS
3pm to 4.30pm
Stade Guided Walk – meet at Lifeboat House
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3pm
Desperate Fishwives Guided Walk – meet at the Chessboard, George Street
See walks page
3pm
Plants of the Shingle and Microclimate Old Town
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
4.30 pm
“Digging and More – Exciting Discoveries in Local Archaeology”
Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
Illustrated talk by Lynn Cornwell HAARG Field Officer. Tickets £2 refreshments available.
6.15pm
Old Town Criers’ Competition
On the stage at Reeves Corner in High Street
The Annual Old Town Criers’ Competition. Come and watch or have a go yourself and try to beat our reigning champion. Men and Ladies Competitions with prizes. Just turn up. Free bottle of wine for every entrant. Winner heads the Carnival Procession. A High Street Traders event. |
7.30pm
Twilight Smugglers Walk
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
7.30pm
Stables Theatre,
The Bourne Summer Theatre Company present ‘The Merchant of Venice’
8.30 pm
After Dark Ghost Walk
– meet St Clement’s Church Steps
See walks page
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Sunday 29th July
“Stade Colour” 2012 Open Photography Competition
From now until 9 September 2012.
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Rev Robert Featherstone and congregation welcome you to join them in the superb medieval church of All Saints,
All Saints Street. Assisted wheelchair access to side door.
8-8.45am
Holy Communion (BCP)
All Saints Church.
10am
Celebration Eucharist
All Saints Church |
10-5
Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore
A Centenary Exhibition “Celebrating 100 Years of ‘Enterprise’ RX 278“.
The ‘Enterprise’ is the main exhibit in the Fishermen’s Museum and the display will include its history from the first days at sea to its resting place in the museum together with oral reminiscences from fishermen who sailed her. Entrance free, donation to Fishermen’s Museum welcome. Wheelchair accessible
10.30am to 12 noon
Coffee Morning in Open Garden
110 The Bourne (entrance between 139 & 140 All Saints Street)
Come and relax and enjoy coffee & biscuits in an Old Town hidden garden! Courtesy of John & Mary Allaway. Donation to OHPS. Wheelchair access.
11am to 4pm
Exhibitions at Hastings History House,
21 Courthouse Street celebrating 60 years of the Old Hastings Preservation Society and 40 years of Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group
“Hastings in 1952”, “HAARG past present and future” and “Anniversaries 2012. Entry free donations appreciated.
11 am
Desperate Fishwives Guided Walk
– meet at the Chessboard, George Street
See walks page
11am – 2pm
Hastings Net Shops Museum
Rock a Nore Road near Fishermen’s Museum
The Hastings net shops have recently been upgraded to grade II* listed buildings because of their architectural uniqueness. Since the 1980s, local historian Steve Peak has played a leading role in saving them, and he owns one, dating from 1835, which he preserves as a museum. Inside is a large collection of original fishing and marine artefacts, many dating from pre-World War Two. The museum is not open very often, but today you can come inside and catch a glimpse of life in the days of sail. Admission free.
11am – 5pm
Have a Go on the Potter’s Wheel
Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street
11am to 5pm
Lifeboat Penny Lane Day
Courthouse Street becomes “Penny Lane” for the day, raising funds for the Hastings Lifeboat. Non-stop entertainment, live music, fire eater, games, children’s fun, raffle, tombola, barbeque and much, much more, including a visit from Hastings Old Town Carnival Queen accompanied by her gorgeous princesses. Organised by PICS.
1pm – 7pm
RNLI Free Beach Concert – also on Saturday 28th July 1pm-9pm
On the beach next to the Lifeboat House
The 24th free beach concert fund-raising for the lifeboat and showcasing some of the best bands playing around the Hastings area.
Line-up for today includes
Titus;
Kosmic Dogs;
The Luvverleys;
Slam.
There will be a bar on site with part of the proceeds going to RNLI so the audience is encouraged not to bring their own alcohol. There will be a range of food outlets on site. Please take your rubbish with you – black sacks and skips provided on site.
To comply with our insurance cover BBQs are forbidden and music will stop until all BBQs have been extinguished.
Licensed collectors will be wearing ID and official RNLI collection buckets will be visible on the beach. Beware of impostors!
Special thanks to the RNLI, Hastings fishing fleet, all our sponsors and suppliers, the bands, local media and all our volunteers. Thanks to you all – donations gratefully received. |
Winkle Island
2pm
The Iceni Tribal Dancers display scintillating Eastern Dance
2.30pm
Crowning of Hastings Old Town Carnival Queen
Followed by the presentation of the Awards for Best Dressed Window in All Saints Street by Queen Ellie
3pm
Coronation Procession around Hastings Old Town
Follow the procession from Winkle Island, along the seafront to the roundabout, back up High Street and down All Saints Street to the Stade Open Space. Procession headed by the Mayor of Hastings, Cllr. Alan Roberts and other local dignitaries with the Carnival Queen and her Princesses, Iceni Tribal Dancers, Section 5 Drummers and the Skeleton Crew.
4pm
The Iceni Tribal Dancers with another display of Eastern Dance
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2pm
Foyle’s Walk – meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
2.30pm to 4.30pm
Open Day at St Mary in the Castle
Pelham Arcade, on seafront
This beautiful Georgian building, originally a church, is normally open only for events. Built into the cliff face, it is largely hidden from view. There will be a historical display and we will be available to answer questions. Entry £2.50 (concessions £2) to cover costs, including a £1 voucher for our cafe.
Collection for OHPS. Wheelchair accessible.
2pm to 5pm
Lower Torfield Allotments Open Day
Lower Torfield, bottom of Old London Road
Open day, entry by donation. Raffle, BBQ, home-made wine, vegetables. Come and see the award winning site. Bring your own picnic if desired. Not suitable for wheelchairs. Donation to OHPS.
3 pm
Stade Walk – meet at Lifeboat House
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3 pm
Exploring Old Town Churchyards
– meet Stables Theatre Car Park entrance, The Bourne
See walks page
4pm
Twittens and Cat Creeps Walk
See walks page
4.30pm
“The Piers of Hastings and St Leonards”
an illustrated talk by John Hodges
at Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street
Tickets £2 refreshments available.
NOT IN THE PRINTED PROGRAMME
6.00 pm
Day of the Triffids
an nteractive game starting in Brewery Yard – just off the High Street, there will be food and beverages available, an outside cinema showing the original Day of the Triffid film, and a short briefing by the organisers. Then either by yourself or in teams you wander off into the summer evening solving clues around the old town whilst moving from safe house to safe house (pubs and assorted local landmarks). The catch is of course – The Triffids are out there. Out to get you. Out to stop you. There are Triffids in Hastings, hiding, lurking, watching and ready to pounce. Once they see you, and touch you or squirt you with water, you lose a precious life. The team or individual that returns back to the base with all the clues solved and with the most lives, wins!
8.30 pm
After Dark Ghost Walk
– meet St Clement’s Church Steps
See walks page |
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Monday 30th July
“Stade Colour” 2012 Open Photography Competition
From now until 9 September 2012.
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10-5
Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore
A Centenary Exhibition “Celebrating 100 Years of ‘Enterprise’ RX 278“.
The ‘Enterprise’ is the main exhibit in the Fishermen’s Museum and the display will include its history from the first days at sea to its resting place in the museum together with oral reminiscences from fishermen who sailed her. Entrance free, donation to Fishermen’s Museum welcome. Wheelchair accessible
10.30am to 4pm
Open House Dickens Cottage,112 High Street
Your last opportunity to see inside one of the oldest houses in the Old Town.
'The Naked Ladies' will be serving tea and homemade cookies.
Entrance fee of £4 proceeds to The Pilgrims Hospice in Ashford in memory of Helen Stevenson also donation to OHPS.
11 am
Stade Guided Walk
– meet at Lifeboat House
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11am to 4pm
Exhibitions at Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
Celebrating 60 years of the Old Hastings Preservation Society and 40 years of Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group..Entry Free but donation appreciated. Three Exhibitions.
“Hastings in 1952”, “HAARG past present and future” and “Anniversaries 2012
11am to 5pm
Have a Go on the Potter’s Wheel
Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street
11am to 5pm
Courthouse Street Fun Day
Another day of free Family Fun organised by People in Courthouse Street. Non-stop entertainment throughout the day including live music, barbecue, the Wibbly Wobbly Cycle Challenge, side shows, stalls and much, much more.
A High Street Traders Event. |
10.30am to 12 noon
Wendy Cameron Dance Show with stalls and a raffle.
Crypt, St Mary Star of the Sea Church
Dance show with stalls and raffle organised by the Community Club. Entrance £1 to include tea/coffee and biscuit. Proceeds to St Mary Star of the Sea Church and All Saints Church. Donation to OHPS. Wheelchair accessible.
12 noon to 12.30pm
Treasures from the Old Town Hall Museum, High Street
Every day an object from the Museum collection will be chosen by the speaker of the day who will explain what the object means to them and to the history of Hastings and St Leonards. Free but donation to the Museum appreciated.
2 to 3pm
Hastings Old Town Health Walk
Meet opposite the Jenny Lind, High Street
A walk through the Old Town, up and down steps.
See walks page
2pm to 4pm
Afternoon Cream Tea by 2nd Hastings Old Town Brownies
All Saints Church Hall, All Saints Street
Cream tea will include sausage roll, scone, fresh cream, jam and tea/coffee with free refill. All for £3 (includes donation to OHPS). There will be a tombola stall. Wheelchair accessible.
2pm to 4.45pm
Open Garden
Owlers Cottage, 104B High Street
Secluded and romantic walled garden in Old Town twitten. Includes sunken rose garden and quirky wind sculpture. Small table and plant sale. Courtesy of Clive Richardson. Entry £1. Donation to OHPS. Closed if wet due to slippery steps.
3pm
Walk from Hastings History House
21 Courthouse Street “Exploring the Lost Roads of the Old Town”. Tickets £3
4pm
The Great Whelk Eating Competition
Courthouse Street
Competition for the title of the “Hastings Champion Whelk Eater”. Give a £5 donation to the Hastings Lifeboat and try your luck at breaking the time record for eating a pint of fresh Hastings Whelks.
Winner gets an engraved crown, to be held for one year.
Sponsored by Whites Seafood and Steak Bar. |
4.30pm
“ Hastings - Recovery from WWII”
a talk by Victoria Seymour.
Victoria will also select readings from her book “ The Slow Turning Tide - Hastings 1946-1954” and bring along a selection of photos from the period.
At Hastings History House 21 Courthouse Street. Tickets £2 refreshments available.
6pm
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 a lobster pot and back. Timed certificates presented to all entrants. The winner is presented with Peter Trickett’s walking stick, to be held for one year.
Sponsored by John Bray Estate Agents and White’s Seafood and Steak House. Another High Street Traders event.
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6-7pm
Talk on Chinese Herbs and Acupuncture
8-9 Sturdee Place (opposite the minigolf)
Free talk on Chinese herbs and acupuncture, yin and yang; the five elements; the functions of internal organs; the causes of disease, the treatment, lifestyle (how food and dress affect your health). Donation to OHPS. Wheelchair accessible.
From 6.30 pm
Old Town Treasure Trail
Register at Winkle Island by 6.30pm finish at the Lord Nelson
Fancy dress a must! Teams race round the Old Town with collecting boxes to find answers to questions, which are all in pubs, of course! Why not take part in a tradition of Old Town Carnival Week – all great fun! Prizes for all!
Raising funds for MacMillan Nurses. |
6.30 pm
Fashion Show – The Madrugar Collection
Harris Restaurant and Tapas Bar, 58 High Street
A chance to have a first look at Katharine Wallinger’s prize winning new hat collection as shown by her fabulous models. Katharine’s hats have featured in Vogue, “W”, and Company magazines.
Also on display a collection of studio photographs of Katharine’s hats by Giles Duley.
A glass of bubbly and canapés will be served before you watch the show. Book your ticket in advance to avoid disappointment as places are limited. Tickets are £5 – available from Harris Restaurant.
Proceeds to OHPS. |
7.30 to 9.30pm
Organ Recital by Nigel Ogden in All Saints Church.
(Assisted wheelchair access via side door)
Delighted to welcome ”Mr Organist Entertains” Nigel Ogden, who will play a concert of lively, tuneful music on the wonderful 1878 Father Willis Organ, interspersed with his unique brand of humour. Tickets: £7.50 at the door. Interval refreshments available for a donation.
8 pm
The Hastings Horror Walk
– meet at St Clement’s Church steps opposite Swan Gardens, High Street.
See walks page
8pm approximately
Grand Charity Auction
(follows Seaboot Race)
Reeves Corner, High Street
Grand Auction of gifts donated by Old Town Traders. All sold with no reserves, so you are sure of a bargain. Auctioneer: Ian Porter. Raising funds for local good causes. Another High Street Traders’ event.
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Tuesday 31st July
“Stade Colour” 2012 Open Photography Competition
From now until 9 September 2012.
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10 am to12 noon
Coffee morning and Open Garden
Garden Cottage, along a short twitten off Croft Road
Courtesy of Ann Novotny
A tiny courtyard hidden away in one of the Old Town’s many twittens. A lot of time and thought have gone into this garden , developed from scratch by Ann and her son. A friendly welcome in this wonderful but small cottage garden,
Entrance fee £3.50. Wheelchair access. .Donations to St Michaels Hospice and OHPS
10 am to 3 pm
Craft Fair
St Mary Star of the Sea Church Hall
Free entry to Craft Fair. Light lunches and refreshments available. All good local crafts – ideal souvenirs at reasonable prices. Wheelchair accessible. Donation to OHPS
10-5
Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore
A Centenary Exhibition “Celebrating 100 Years of ‘Enterprise’ RX 278“.
The ‘Enterprise’ is the main exhibit in the Fishermen’s Museum and the display will include its history from the first days at sea to its resting place in the museum together with oral reminiscences from fishermen who sailed her. Entrance free, donation to Fishermen’s Museum welcome. Wheelchair accessible
11am
Walk with John Shirlaw
“Exploring the Architecture of All Saints Street.
Meet at Hastings History House Tickets £3 [numbers limited]
11am to 4pm
Exhibitions at Hastings History House,
21 Courthouse Street.
Celebrating 60 years of the Old Hastings Preservation Society and 40 years of Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group..Entry Free but donation appreciated. Three Exhibitions.
“Hastings in 1952”, “HAARG past present and future” and “Anniversaries 2012
11am to 5pm
Have a Go on the Potter’s Wheel
Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street
11.45am to 1.45pm
Hot and Cold Buffet Lunch
organised by 2nd Hastings Rainbows
All Saints Church Hall, All Saints Street
Hot and cold buffet lunch with a choice of meat, cheese or quiche served with home-made salads, potatoes, rice or pasta £4.00. Desserts and drinks also available. Wheelchair accessible. Donation to OHPS.
12 noon to 12.30pm
Treasures from the Old Town Hall Museum
High Street
Every day an object from the Museum collection will be chosen by the speaker of the day who will explain what the object means to them and to the history of Hastings and St Leonards. Free but donation to the Museum appreciated.
2 pm to 5pm
Open Garden at Strawberry Cottage
36 Tackleway.
Visit this beautiful secluded garden courtesy of Don Brant. Entry £1. Donations for OHPS.
Not accessible for wheelchairs as 3 steps down into the garden.
2.30pm
Original Old Hastings Preservation Society Old Town Walk
Meet at 2.30pm at the top station of West Hill Lift
(Take a trip up in the lift from the west end of George Street or walk up via Cobourg Place and over the West Hill).
See walks page
2.30pm
Twittens and Cat Creeps Walk
See walks page
3pm
Stade Guided Walk
– meet at Lifeboat Station
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4,30pm
Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street
“Taking a Dip at Hastings” illustrated talk by Brian Lawes
Tickets £2 refreshments available.
5.30pm to dusk
Bike Race - for the Jimmy Read Memorial Trophy
Crown Lane
Pedal power alone! 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.
Tush and Pat’s famous Fishermen’s Rolls available at the Bike Race. |
6.30pm
Blessing of the Animals
– All welcome
All Saints Church
This is an opportunity for you to bring your pets for a service of thanksgiving but please make sure they are kept secure at all times. Assisted wheelchair access from side door.
7.30pm
Twilight Smugglers Walk
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
8pm – 10.30pm
“The Sixties” - Charity Pub Quiz
Cinque Ports Arms, All Saints Street
This year “The Sixties” (yes, change of title this year) - all questions will be about the 1960s and quizzers are encouraged to wear 60’s gear! This is a popular event so participants are encouraged to arrive early. £2 per person entry. All proceeds to St Michaels Hospice
8.30 pm
After Dark Ghost Walk
– meet St Clement’s Church Steps
See walks page
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Wednesday 1st August
“Stade Colour” 2012 Open Photography Competition
From now until 9 September 2012.
More >>
10-5
Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore
A Centenary Exhibition “Celebrating 100 Years of ‘Enterprise’ RX 278“.
The ‘Enterprise’ is the main exhibit in the Fishermen’s Museum and the display will include its history from the first days at sea to its resting place in the museum together with oral reminiscences from fishermen who sailed her. Entrance free, donation to Fishermen’s Museum welcome. Wheelchair accessible
10.30am to 4pm
Open House Dickens Cottage,112 High Street
Your last opportunity to see inside one of the oldest houses in the Old Town.
'The Naked Ladies' will be serving tea and homemade cookies.
Entrance fee of £4 proceeds to The Pilgrims Hospice in Ashford in memory of Helen Stevenson also donation to OHPS.
11am to 4pm
Exhibitions at Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
Celebrating 60 years of the Old Hastings Preservation Society and 40 years of Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group..Entry Free but donation appreciated. Three Exhibitions.
“Hastings in 1952”, “HAARG past present and future” and “Anniversaries 2012
11am to 4 pm
Brewery Tour
Old Town Brewery, Torfield Cottage, 8 Old London Road
Tours will take place half-hourly from 11 am.
We invite you to come and sample the real ales and have a look at the brewery, re-located from the First In Last Out pub in the High Street. Donations for the Seaview charity.
11am to1pm
Coffee Morning
Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
Come and enjoy a coffee and browse our exhibitions and some of our archive material.
11am to 5pm
Have a Go on the Potter’s Wheel
Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street
12 noon to 12.30pm
Treasures from the Old Town Hall Museum
High Street
Every day an object from the Museum collection will be chosen by the speaker of the day who will explain what the object means to them and to the history of Hastings and St Leonards. Free but donation to the Museum appreciated.
12 noon to 2 pm
Ploughman’s Lunch
Crypt, St Mary Star of the Sea
Ploughman’s Lunch with tea/coffee. Various desserts – 50p extra. Raffle. Donation to OHPS. Wheelchair accessible.
2pm
Plants of the Shingle and Microclimate Old Town
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
2.00pm
Walk “Exploring the Lost Roads of the Old Town”
from Hastings History House 21 Courthouse Street Tickets £3
2 pm to 5pm
Open Garden
Elm Lodge, 60 Old London Road
Open Garden courtesy of Gwen and Michael Blandy. Two acres of winding paths leading to a wooded area ascending the West Hill with views to the East Hill. Lawned area with herbaceous border and pond, containing koi carp and golden orfe. This is a garden still being developed. Entrance £1, children free. Pimms or juice £1 donation. Some garden seats available.
Not accessible for wheelchairs.
2.30pm
Original Old Hastings Preservation Society Old Town Walk
Meet at 2.30pm at the top station of West Hill Lift
(Take a trip up in the lift from the west end of George Street or walk up via Cobourg Place and over the West Hill).
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3.30pm
Foyle’s Walk
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
4.30pm
Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
“Counterpoint – smugglers and the law”
Illustrated talk by Christine Hayward Tickets £2 refreshments available.
5.30 to 7.30pm
Open Garden with a Gin & Tonic
The Old Rectory in Harold Road
Enjoy gin and tonics with nibbles in the evening sun on the terrace of our beautiful walled, terraced garden. Cost £10 per head (all donated to OHPS).
Not accessible for wheelchairs.
Tee off 6.30 pm
Putting Knockout
Miniature Golf Course on Marine Parade
A family event open to all with trophies and prizes for the lowest round men and women plus junior cups for boys and girls. Organised by Hastings Winkle Club. Entrance fee set by Stade Miniature Golf at reduced rate for competitors.
Proceeds go to local good causes. |
7pm
Haunted Experiences of Hastings Seas – A Play
Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore Road
Join Tina Brown, local author and tour producer for a haunted experience you will never forget. Step back in time as characters from Hastings Maritime past are brought back from the dead in this unique play. Tickets £10 can be bought on the day or from www.hauntedexperiences.eu – limited availability due to seating capacity.
7pm
Pram Race
Register at The Cutter Pub, on the seafront opposite the boating lake, by MIDDAY TODAY.
Get your team together for a great night (with decorated pram, of course!) that’s often described as one of the best in Old Town Week!
Lots of money is raised for local charities by the teams who enter in this pub crawl. Each team has their own theme and they decorate their pram and teams accordingly. Due to the ever increasing size of this event, all teams must now be entered by midday on Wednesday 1 August at The Cutter Pub. To be considered for judging, teams must arrive by 7pm, with the start time of the race to be between 7.30-8pm. This is a strictly over 18’s event. Any questions please call 01424-272099. Proceeds to H.O.T.Carnival Association. |
8 pm
The Hastings Horror Walk
– meet at St Clement’s Church steps opposite Swan Gardens, High Street.
See walks page |
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Thursday 2nd August
“Stade Colour” 2012 Open Photography Competition
From now until 9 September 2012.
More >>
10-5
Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore
A Centenary Exhibition “Celebrating 100 Years of ‘Enterprise’ RX 278“.
The ‘Enterprise’ is the main exhibit in the Fishermen’s Museum and the display will include its history from the first days at sea to its resting place in the museum together with oral reminiscences from fishermen who sailed her. Entrance free, donation to Fishermen’s Museum welcome. Wheelchair accessible
11 am to 4.pm
Open Garden
8 High Street
Award winning town garden designed by present owners featuring unusual tropical planting. Bananas, abysinium and many exotics flourish here with feature fountain and gazebo. Plenty of seating for relaxing and enjoying a fabulous view with tea and home-made cakes. Entry charge is £4 including tea and home-made cakes, in aid of Hastings Bonfire Society and donation to OHPS.
11am to 4pm
Exhibitions at Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
Celebrating 60 years of the Old Hastings Preservation Society and 40 years of Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group..Entry Free but donation appreciated. Three Exhibitions.
“Hastings in 1952”, “HAARG past present and future” and “Anniversaries 2012
11am to 5pm
Have a Go on the Potter’s Wheel
Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street
12 noon to 12.30pm
Treasures from the Old Town Hall Museum, High Street
Every day an object from the Museum collection will be chosen by the speaker of the day who will explain what the object means to them and to the history of Hastings and St Leonards. Free but donation to the Museum appreciated.
12 noon to 2.30pm
Ploughman’s Lunch by All Saints Monday Wives
At All Saints Hall, All Saints Street
Ploughman’s lunch, sweet, coffee/tea/juice £5.
Wheelchair accessible. Donation to OHPS.
2.30pm
Original Old Hastings Preservation Society Old Town Walk
Meet at 2.30pm at the top station of West Hill Lift
(Take a trip up in the lift from the west end of George Street or walk up via Cobourg Place and over the West Hill).
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2.30pm to 4.30pm
Open Garden
Owlers Cottage, 104B High Street
Secluded and romantic walled garden in Old Town twitten. Includes sunken rose garden and quirky wind sculpture. Small table and plant sale. Courtesy of Clive Richardson. Entry £1. Donation to OHPS. Closed if wet due to slippery steps.
4.30pm
“Pepys, Puppets and Pertinent Particulars -celebrating the history of Punch and Judy in England”
an illustrated talk by Marilyn Saklatvala.
At Hastings History House 21 Courthouse Street “Tickets £2 refreshments available.
5.30pm
Children’s Fancy Dress Competition
On the Stage at Reeves Corner, High Street
Theme “Anniversaries 2012”
Two classes: Under 7 and 7 and over. Judging from 6.15pm. Entry per child £1 if booked in advance from Penbuckles, 50 High Street or £1.50 on the night. Trophies for winners and runners up.
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6.30 pm
Sound Waves Community Choir
Butler’s Gap, George Street
Come and listen to The Sound Waves Community Choir singing a mix of Shanties, Pop and Rock at Butler’s Gap in George Street from 6.30 pm.
7 pm
Exploring Old Town Churchyards.
Meet Stables Theatre Car Park entrance, The Bourne
See walks page
7pm to 11pm
High Street Traders Street Party
High Street and Brewery Yard
All the fun of the Fair at High Street Traders’ Annual Street Party. Continuous free entertainment with the usual live bands, children’s rides and sideshows, Iceni Tribal Dancers, food court with ethnic and traditional British Barbecue and Tush Hamilton’s Fish Rolls plus an extensive Street Market. A High Street Traders’ event, raising funds for local good causes. To book a stall at the Street Market phone Harris Woodcock on 01424 437221. |
7.30pm
I Love This Town – film screening by Glenn Veness
Electric Palace Cinema, High Street
Another opportunity for you to visit the Electric Palace and experience some of Glenn Veness’s movie magic with
“I Love This Town”.
Glenn’s fabulous film celebrates the colourful people of Hastings from artists to fishermen. He has filmed the events that have taken place over the last 30 years; pram races, bike races, tug of war or beach concerts, the folk of Hastings will use any excuse to party and this film has captured it all! The Electric Palace is a 50 seat community cinema staffed by volunteers showing the best in quality new and classic films from around the world. Free entry but donations welcome! Donation to OHPS.www.electricpalacecinema.com
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8.30 pm
After Dark Ghost Walk
– meet St Clement’s Church Steps
See walks page |
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Friday 3rd August
“Stade Colour” 2012 Open Photography Competition
From now until 9 September 2012.
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10-5
Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore
A Centenary Exhibition “Celebrating 100 Years of ‘Enterprise’ RX 278“.
The ‘Enterprise’ is the main exhibit in the Fishermen’s Museum and the display will include its history from the first days at sea to its resting place in the museum together with oral reminiscences from fishermen who sailed her. Entrance free, donation to Fishermen’s Museum welcome. Wheelchair accessible
10.30am to 11.30am (today and every Friday)
Hastings Old Town Country Market
– all home-made produce
All Saints Church Hall, All Saints Street
No entrance fee. Coffee and cake served at 50p each. Home-made jams, marmalade, pickles, cakes, savouries, and curries for sale. Also plants, flowers and vegetables. Wheelchair accessible. Donation to OHPS
10.30am to 1pm
Coffee Morning
– Two Towers Trust
All Saints Church, All Saints Street
A coffee morning inside the recently refurbished All Saints Church, with children’s activities too. Enjoy this magnificent building, and support a worthwhile local charity dedicated to restoring the Old Town’s two mediaeval churches.
Assisted wheelchair access through side door.
10.30am to 4pm
Open House Dickens Cottage,112 High Street
Your last opportunity to see inside one of the oldest houses in the Old Town.
'The Naked Ladies' will be serving tea and homemade cookies.
Entrance fee of £4 proceeds to The Pilgrims Hospice in Ashford in memory of Helen Stevenson also donation to OHPS.
11 am (and 3 pm)
“Punch and Judy at Home”
Half Sovereign Cottage by the Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore Road
- A real, live Punch & Judy show! No marionettes, no puppets, but PEOPLE.
From 11am (last tour 12.45pm – theatre closes 2pm)
Stables Theatre Guided Tour
Stables Theatre, The Bourne
Tours of the building including (where possible) backstage. The theatre building dates back to 1746 and has been a theatre since 1959 – come and hear how it all began. Admission free, donations to OHPS. Enquiries: box office 01424-423221.
Between 11am and 1 pm
Children’s Art Trail
Jerwood Gallery, Rock a Nore Road
Come to the Jerwood Gallery between 11am and 1pm to complete an Art Trail around the Gallery. The Trail is suitable for children between the ages of 5-11 years. This activity is on a drop-in basis and both children and up to two accompanying adults gain free access to the Gallery during the advertised timeslot. *First come, first served*. Wheelchair accessible.
11am to 4pm
Exhibitions at Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
Celebrating 60 years of the Old Hastings Preservation Society and 40 years of Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group..Entry Free but donation appreciated. Three Exhibitions.
“Hastings in 1952”, “HAARG past present and future” and “Anniversaries 2012
11 to 5pm
Fun and Fancy Dress on the Stade Open Space
Activities for children, finishing with a seaside themed fancy dress parade at 4pm.
Details will be on the websites and available from Hastings History House during the week.
11am to 5pm
Have a Go on the Potter’s Wheel
Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street
12 noon to 12.30pm
Treasures from the Old Town Hall Museum, High Street
Every day an object from the Museum collection will be chosen by the speaker of the day who will explain what the object means to them and to the history of Hastings and St Leonards. Free but donation to the Museum appreciated.
12 to 2 Cheese and Wine Lunch
Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street
Local cheeses from Penbuckles. Great value at £4. Organised by the Old Hastings Preservation Society. Join us and find out what goes on at our HQ.
Get your raffle tickets for our fundraising draw with Cash Prize to be drawn on Sat 4th at at 4pm.
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NOT IN THE PRINTED PROGRAMME
1pm Hastings Boro Bonfire Society
Hastings Old Town Official, Unofficial NON *LYMP*C *LYMP*C GAMES
Stag, All Saints St,
Loggits, Spronkers, Bar Skittles, Deck Quoits, Box Game, WII Numchucks and Pentathlon relay.
Teams must come as their own fictional homeland and must dress in their own national costume. All teams must be registered to enter the games before 12moon 3rd August. More information Alan Griffiths 01424 425734
1.10pm to 1.50pm
Lunchtime Concert
All Saints Church, All Saints Street. Assisted wheelchair via side door.
Linda Grace (mezzo-soprano) sings Bach, Purcell, Debussy, Wagner and Elgar.
Bring your sandwiches and absorb the atmosphere of a historic 14th century place of worship while you listen to some of the world’s most beautiful music. Free admission, donations welcome.
2 pm to 5pm
Open Garden at Strawberry Cottage
36 Tackleway.
Visit this beautiful secluded garden courtesy of Don Brant. Entry £1 Donations for OHPS.
Not accessible for wheelchairs as 3 steps down into the garden.
2.30pm
Original Old Hastings Preservation Society Old Town Walk
Meet at 2.30pm at the top station of West Hill Lift
(Take a trip up in the lift from the west end of George Street or walk up via Cobourg Place and over the West Hill).
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2.30pm
Twittens and Cat Creeps Walk
See walks page
3 pm
“Punch and Judy at Home”
Half Sovereign Cottage by the Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore Road
A real, live Punch & Judy show! No marionettes, no puppets, but PEOPLE.
3pm
Stade Guided Walk
– meet at Lifeboat House.
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4.30pm
“Beside the Seaside”
an illustrated talk with Ken Brooks.
At Hastings History House. Tickets £2 refreshments available.
7.30pm
Twilight Smugglers Walk
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
8 pm
The Hastings Horror Walk
– meet at St Clement’s Church steps opposite Swan Gardens, High Street.
See walks page
8.30 pm
Dr Who Night
At The Royal Albion, Marine Parade
Fancy dress and karaoke.£25 prize for the best dressed Doctor or character from the Doctor Who series. Raising funds for R.N.L.I, Wheelchair access. |
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Saturday 4th August
“Stade Colour” 2012 Open Photography Competition
From now until 9 September 2012.
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10am to 3pm
St Clements with All Saints Open Day and Parish Gift Day
At All Saints Church. Assisted wheelchair access through side door.
The parish gift day is an important annual fundraising event where members of the parish are invited to give one-off donations to help with the ongoing costs of running our two historic and beautiful churches. Come and join us for a free cup of tea or coffee [you can buy a cake to go with it] and look round this gem of a church.
Your gift of money however big or small will be gratefully received.
10am to 4pm
Bungee Jump at The Stade
A bungee jump in aid of The Prostate Cancer Charity. Cost £60 per jump. Also a raffle with prizes donated by local businesses. More information from The Dolphin, Rock a Nore Road or Mick Barrow on 01424-713867.
10-5
Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore
A Centenary Exhibition “Celebrating 100 Years of ‘Enterprise’ RX 278“.
The ‘Enterprise’ is the main exhibit in the Fishermen’s Museum and the display will include its history from the first days at sea to its resting place in the museum together with oral reminiscences from fishermen who sailed her. Entrance free, donation to Fishermen’s Museum welcome. Wheelchair accessible
10.30am to 4pm
Open House Dickens Cottage,112 High Street
Your last opportunity to see inside one of the oldest houses in the Old Town.
'The Naked Ladies' will be serving tea and homemade cookies.
Entrance fee of £4 proceeds to The Pilgrims Hospice in Ashford in memory of Helen Stevenson also donation to OHPS.
11am
Stade Guided Walk
– meet at Lifeboat House
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From 11am (last tour 12.45pm – theatre closes 2pm)
Stables Theatre Guided Tour
Stables Theatre, The Bourne
Tours of the building including (where possible) backstage. The theatre building dates back to 1746 and has been a theatre since 1959 – come and hear how it all began. Admission free, donation to OHPS. Enquiries: box office 01424-423221.
11am to 1pm
Open Day at St Mary in the Castle
Pelham Arcade, on seafront
This beautiful Georgian building, originally a church, is normally open only for events. Built into the cliff face, it is largely hidden from view. There will be a historical display and we will be available to answer questions. Entry £2.50 (concessions £2) to cover costs, including a £1 voucher for our cafe.
Collection for OHPS. Wheelchair accessible.
11am to 4pm
Exhibitions at Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
Celebrating 60 years of the Old Hastings Preservation Society and 40 years of Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group..Entry Free but donation appreciated. Three Exhibitions.
“Hastings in 1952”, “HAARG past present and future” and “Anniversaries 2012
11 to 4
Family History Day at Hastings History House,
21 Courthouse Street with Hastings and Rother Family History Society –come along for advice on family trees and other genealogical enquiries.
11am to 4.30pm
135 Renovation Project – Living History
Here’s another rare chance to see 135 All Saints Street, a 16th century merchant’s house and one of the most complete Tudor houses in the Old Town. It has undergone a unique and extensive renovation programme over the past six years. The owner, Alastair Hendy, has taken it back to how it may have looked when first built, carrying out major structural repairs throughout, sympathetically restoring every surface and internal fixture - yet keeping the evolution of the house intact. This is an opportunity to experience first hand this magical time capsule, and to pick up a few tips on sensitive restoration and some quirky interior design solutions. Carnival Week 2011 saw 622 people visit over one weekend, and for those who visited before, please do come back and experience the house by candlelight - now fully furnished, and spot the changes, such as the net hut style outdoor loo and shower. Come and see – you’ll be amazed.
Old town mortuary
The house has some secrets of its own, for up until the 1950s the rear wing was used as an undertaker’s workshop, cadavers being stored in the adjoining cellar room. Two elderly Hastings fisherman have recently recounted their memories about when as boys they would come through the Wilderness and peer through the back windows of the house to spot the bodies laid out, then run away. Entry: £3 per adult, £1 per child (under 18) Donation to OHPS
11 am to 5 pm
Open Working Studio
Tackleway Hall, 39A Tackleway
Show of recent paintings and videos. Courtesy of Roland Jarvis.
11am to 5pm
Have a Go on the Potter’s Wheel
Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street
11.30am to 1 pm
Open Garden
Owlers Cottage, 104B High Street
Secluded and romantic walled garden in Old Town twitten. Includes sunken rose garden and quirky wind sculpture. Small table and plant sale. Courtesy of Clive Richardson. Entry £1. Donation to OHPS. Closed if wet due to slippery steps.
1.45pm
Twittens and Cat Creeps Walk
See walks page
3 pm
Exploring Old Town Churchyards
– meet Stables Theatre Car Park entrance, The Bourne
See walks page
3.30pm
Foyle’s Walk
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
4pm
Fundraising raffle
Tickets are on sale at the History House to raise money towards the installation of a lift. Tickets £1 each, with a cash prize of £50. The Winner will be drawn at 4pm today so don’t miss your chance to win, hurry and buy a ticket.
5 pm
Grand Carnival Procession
From Rock-a-Nore Car Park
The parade assembly is in Rock-a Nore Road from 4.30pm.
Carnival Entry Forms are available from:
Bourne Florists, Tourist Information Centre Town Hall and Old Town Hall Museum,
or can be downloaded from the website www.1066.net/carnival
Entry forms must be returned by Thursday 2nd August by post to Carol Boorman, 8 the Croft, Hastings TN34 3HH or by email to:[email protected] or delivered by hand to Cobblers to the Old Town High Street.
1.30pm: assembly at Rock-a-Nore Car Park
2.45pm: deadline for registration
3pm: judging starts [arrivals after 3pm must register but will not be judged and could join the procession]
5pm: Parade starts at Rock-Nore Road
Dusk: Fireworks from the Castle |
10 pm
After Dark Ghost Walk
– meet St Clement’s Church Steps
See walks page
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Sunday 5th August
“Stade Colour” 2012 Open Photography Competition
From now until 9 September 2012.
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Rev Robert Featherstone and congregation welcome you to join them in the superb medieval church of All Saints,
All Saints Street.
8 to 8.45am
Holy Communion (BCP)
All Saints Church 10 am
Parish Eucharist
6.30pm
You are invited to join in singing “Songs of Praise” – request your favourite hymns
All Saints Church – All welcome.
Assisted wheelchair access through side door.
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10-5
Hastings Fishermen’s Museum, Rock a Nore
A Centenary Exhibition “Celebrating 100 Years of ‘Enterprise’ RX 278“.
The ‘Enterprise’ is the main exhibit in the Fishermen’s Museum and the display will include its history from the first days at sea to its resting place in the museum together with oral reminiscences from fishermen who sailed her. Entrance free, donation to Fishermen’s Museum welcome. Wheelchair accessible
10 am to 1pm
Boot Sale in Stables Theatre Car Park.
Wheelchair access.
Bookings via Anne Edwards (01424-719779) £5 per table. Donation to OHPS
11am
Stade Guided Walk – meet at Lifeboat House
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11 am
Desperate Fishwives Guided Walk
– meet at the Chessboard, George Street
See walks page
11am to 4pm
Exhibitions at Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street.
Celebrating 60 years of the Old Hastings Preservation Society and 40 years of Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group..Entry Free but donation appreciated. Three Exhibitions.
“Hastings in 1952”, “HAARG past present and future” and “Anniversaries 2012
11 to 4
Family History Day at Hastings History House,
21 Courthouse Street with Hastings and Rother Family History Society –come along for advice on family trees and other genealogical enquiries.
11am to 4.30pm
135 Renovation Project – Living History
Here’s another rare chance to see 135 All Saints Street, a 16th century merchant’s house and one of the most complete Tudor houses in the Old Town. (See details under Saturday 4 August)
Entry: £3 per adult, £1 per child (under 18)
11 am to 5 pm
Open Working Studio
Tackleway Hall, 39A Tackleway
Show of recent paintings and videos. Courtesy of Roland Jarvis.
11am to 5pm
Have a Go on the Potter’s Wheel
Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street
12 noon to 2pm
Trolley Bus Pull on the Stade near Lifeboat House
Happy Harold Trolley Bus pull in aid of The Prostate Cancer Charity. For more information contact Mick Barrow on 01424-713867
1.45pm
Foyle’s Walk
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
2pm
Regency Walk starting from Hastings History House
21 Courthouse Street and finishing with a chance to visit a flat in historic Pelham Crescent where period refreshments will be available for a donation. Tickets £3 [numbers limited]
2pm to 4pm
Open Flat and Roof Garden
courtesy of Peter and Caroline Fuller
Flat 4, 33 High Street
Admission £1 (with complimentary glass of home-made wine). All profits to OHPS.
Not wheelchair accessible.
2 pm to 5 pm
Open Garden
Elm Lodge, 60 Old London Road
Open Garden courtesy of Gwen and Michael Blandy. Two acres of winding paths leading to a wooded area ascending the West Hill with views to the East Hill. Lawned area with herbaceous border and pond, containing koi carp and golden orfe. This is a garden still being developed. Entrance £1, children free. Pimms or juice £1 donation. Some garden seats available.
Not accessible for wheelchairs. Donations to OHPS
3.30
Twittens and Cat Creeps
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
7pm to 9.30 pm
Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen at St Mary in the Castle
Kenny Ball has been a legend on the jazz scene for over 40 years, and the Friends of St Mary in the Castle are delighted to welcome him for this special concert (space for dancing). Tickets £12, members £10 from St Mary’s cafe. Wheelchair access. Donation to OHPS |
7.pm
Twilight Smugglers Walk
– meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore
See walks page
8 pm
The Hastings Horror Walk
– meet at St Clement’s Church steps opposite Swan Gardens, High Street.
See walks page |
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