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HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week
There will be something for everyone and for all ages. Don't miss it! The 944th Anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. We bring you a festival of Hastings TODAY.
Places to visit during the week
Fishermen's Museum
Open daily 10am to 5pm Rock-a-Nore, Old Town. 01424 461446 www.ohps.org.uk
Formerly The Fishermen's Church, now exhibiting many fishing artefacts of yesteryear, the centrepiece of which is "The Enterprise", one of the last Hastings' Sailing Luggers. Entry Free. Donations to Fishermen's Museum welcome.Hastings History House Open daily 10am to 4pm
21 Courthouse Street, Old Town 01424 424744 www.ohps.org.uk
Interested in local history? Visit the Hastings History House and see how you could get involved. Exhibitions by Old Hastings Preservation Society, Hastings Local History Group and Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group.Hastings Lifeboat Station
Lifeboat Station and Souvenir Shop open daily 10am to 5pm The Stade, Old Town 01424 425502
View the 'Sealink Endeavour' and the inshore lifeboat at the Lifeboat Station.Hastings Museum & Art Gallery
Open Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 4pm. Admission free
Bohemia Road, Hastings. 01424 451052 www.hmag.org.uk Contains a rich and exotic mixture of fine paintings and china, the cultures of other lands, well-known personalities such as John Logie Baird and Robert Tressell, and a contrasting view of local wildlife today and as it would have been 150 million years ago. There are plenty of special features for children, with fossils that transform into dinosaurs, prehistoric crocodiles and fish, a diorama of local animals and birds, Native American Galleries complete with tipi and buffalo, and a display on Hastings born conservationist, Grey Owl. There are displays on the Mods and Rockers, and Seaside Hastings in the 20th century. The most spectacular part of the Museum is the magnificent Durbar Hall constructed for the Indian and Colonial Exhibition of 1886 as part of an Indian Palace. It now contains MuseumsÕ collection of World Art, and displays on the life of the Brassey family with artefacts collected on their voyages around the world in the 19th century.The Local Studies Room provides access to the Museum's archive and reserve collections, including the Burton Collection, Borough records and title deeds, as well as large collections of photographs, maps and ephemera. Wheelchair access, parking and refreshment area.
Hastings Old Town Pottery
Open Daily 11am to 5pm 3 Courthouse Street, Old Town
View the large range of handmade pots for the kitchen and table, based on traditional English earthenware country pottery. Pots are made on the premises. Contact: Vicky Bell, 01424 438414Old Town Hall Museum
Open Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 4pm.
Admission free www.hmag.org.uk High Street, Old Town. 01424 451052
Provides an introduction to the history of the Old Town of Hastings and is arranged as a walk back in time from the 20th century to Prehistory. The building is fully accessible, and contains a wealth of historic exhibits, interactive models and reconstructions.Shipwreck Museum
Open Daily 10am to 5pm 01424 437452
Rock-a-Nore, Old Town. The only museum of its kind in Britain with fine exhibits from far back in time.
EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS HAPPENING MOST DAYS THROUGHOUT THE WEEK
The Hastings Rarities Affair 24th September to 2nd January
Hastings Museum An exhibition of work by 13 artists, inspired by the infamous ornithological scandal. The work on display has been brought together in an installation which includes paintings and drawings, photography, sound, sculpture and textiles. Opening times in October: Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4pm
Exhibition: Quotes, Questions and Quotas
Friday 8th October until Sunday 17th October Fishermen's Museum, Rock-a-Nore 10am - 5pm daily Entry Free. Donations to FishermenÕs Museum welcome. Tel: 01424 461446.
Children's Museum Quiz
Friday 8th October until Sunday 17th October Fishermen's Museum, Rock-a-Nore 10am - 5pm daily
Keep your children busy looking around the Museum to find the answers. No charge but a small donation is always welcome. Tel: 01424 461446.Exhibition: Harold - The Last Saxon King - A New Exhibition for Hastings Week
Friday 8th October until Sunday 17th October History House, 21 Courthouse Street, Hastings 11am - 4pm daily Other exhibitions include a reproduction of The Bayeux Tapestry and the Diorama of the Battle. There will also be an Archaeological Display. The History House has a wide range of local books for sale and volunteers are always willing to try to help with your enquiries. Entry Free.
Have a go on the Potter's Wheel
Friday 8th October until Sunday 17th October 11am - 5pm Old Hastings Pottery, 3 Courthouse Street, Old Town. Make yourself a small pot with professional guidance, and take it home with you for £2.50. Firing and glazing available. Contact: Vicky Bell on 01424 438414
Stade Quiz
Friday 8th October until Sunday 17th October Fishermen's Museum, Rock-a-Nore
10am - 5pm daily Have an interesting tour around the Stade to find the answers. No charge but a small donation is always welcome. Suitable for adults and older children. Tel: 01424 461446.Guided Tour of St Mary in the Castle
Friday 8th October until Sunday 17th October 2.30pm daily
Full guided tour of this historical building by a local expert. Tickets £3.50 (concessions £2.50) to include £1 voucher for tea in the cafe. tel: 01424 717592Hoisting the Sails
Saturday 9th October until Sunday 17th October FishermenÕs Museum, Rock a Nore.
Every day at 11am On external exhibits outside the FishermenÕs Museum. Rock-a-Nore. Demonstration of hoisting the sails of the Rebecca May (the oldest fishing boat on Hastings fishing beach).Exhibition: My Stade - Open Photography Exhibition
Monday 11th October until Sunday 17th October (continues to 13th November) Fishermen's Museum, Shipwreck Museum & Blue Reef Aquarium
11am - 4pm daily. Pop into the Fishermen's Museum, the Shipwreck Museum and then the Blue Reef Aquarium cafe to see an exhibition of the winning entries to the My Stade open photography competition. See the public's pictorial responses to the question "What does the Stade mean to you?" This exhibition represents Hastings' first ever participation in the prestigious Brighton Photo Fringe festival. Organised by the Stade Education Project, the Fishermen's Protection Society, and Phg (Photo Hub Hastings for Brighton Photo Fringe).
The £10.66 Meal Deal Daily throughout the Week
During this week lots of different eating establishments will be participating in the Meal Deal offering a meal for two for only £10.66.
Best Dressed Old Town Shop Window '1066 and all that' themed displays will be up in Old Town Shop windows throughout the week. The Pam Brown OBE trophy is presented to the winner and the Ray Goode Memorial trophy to the runner-up at a reception later in the year.
Local schools take part in 'Life and Times in 1066' art competition See local press for further information
Thursday 7th October
Gateway Quiz Conquest Centre, Chichester Road, St Leonards, 7pm The Gateway Club's annual quiz night with quizmaster Richard Stevens. The Club provides a stimulating and entertaining environment for adults with learning disabilities. Each year a quiz is held as part of Hastings Week. Contact Richard Stevens on 01424 461069.
HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week Hastings Old Town Market All Saints Church Hall, All Saints Street, 10.30 - 11.30am
Entrance Free. Coffee, Tea, Home Made Cake Ð all @ 50p. Various stalls sell Cakes, Pies, Quiche, Bread, Small Fancy Cakes, Vegetables, Jams, Marmalade and Flowers. The Craft Stall is well worth a visit. Tel: 01424 434247 Conducted Tours of Old Hastings House132 High Street, Old Town, 2pm
Learn the History of the House plus Conducted Tour. £2 to include tea/biscuits. Please pre-book by calling 01424 442836Town Centre Ghost Walk Meet outside Hastings Information Centre, Priory Meadow, 7.30pm
Hastings Close Encounters of the supernatural kind vividly described with thought-provoking explanations. Adults: £6, Accompanied young persons under 16: £4, payable at the start. No reservations necessary. Participants with dogs on leads welcome. Duration approx 1hr 30mins. Tel: 07964 793550Smart Youth Club Free Disco St Mary Star of the Sea Church Hall, High Street/The Bourne, 7.30 - 10pm.
Free Youth Disco (Under 16s only). The event will be supervised by qualified staff. No booking necessary just turn up. Soft Drinks and Sweets will be available to purchase. Contact Virginia James on 07896 039022Barn Dance Carlisle Public House, 8pm
The Sugar Loaf Band are holding a ceilidh Barn Dance upstairs at The Carlisle to celebrate the beginning of Hastings Week. Also joined by the Shanty Crew singers. £3 entrance. Contact Keith Leech on 01424 716576 The Famous 1066 Jazz ClubAzur - Marina Pavilion, St Leonards, 8 - 11pm
The 1066 Jazz Club opens Hastings Week with the French Quarter All Stars. Excellent band, good food, dancing. Tickets at the door - Members £7 Guests £9. Contact Don Jeffery on 01424 753784 or Azur on 0845 812 1066HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week Hastings Week Opening Ceremony Town Hall Flag Site, 9.30am
See the parade from Wellington Place to the Town Hall. A colourful scene with presentations by Gizmo and other youth groups, and a cavalcade of classic cars. The Town Crier introduces the Mayor who formally opens the week of festivities. Contact Nigel Hogben on 01424 850689Classic Car Show Rock a Nore Car Park, Old Town, 10am - 3.30pm
With special guest visit during the weekend from BBC radio 2 DJ, Alex Lester. Organised by Hastings Borough Council and Hastings Week volunteers. Sponsored by St Leonards Motors. Contact Hastings Information Centre on 01424 451111.Lifeboat Station Jewellery Sale The Stade, Old Town, 10am - 4pm
A two day sale of secondhand jewellery in aid of the Hastings Lifeboat (continues on Sunday). Free admission. Disabled Lift available. Contact Shirley Hawley on 01424 445640Denbigh & Muriel Hilton Exhibition Unitarian Meeting Place, South Terrace, 10.30am - 4pm
Paintings and Poems. Continues throughout the week when building in use. Call 01424 754741Books Born in Hastings 2010: The launch of the Visions of Hastings anthology Town Hall, 11am - 3pm
Writings and artwork about Hastings, by the people of Hastings, published in Hastings. Including live portrait art, books signings and free refreshments. Contact Kay Green [email protected]Portrait by Juliette Dodd Town Hall, Queens Road, 11am
Painting of portrait of Cllr Kim Forward, Mayor of Hastings by Juliette Dodd. This is a spectator event with Juliette giving a running commentary whilst she works. Free entry.Iceni Tribal Dancers Winkle Island, Rock-a-Nore, 2 - 3pm
Exotic Displays by the Iceni Tribal Dancers and the Egyptian Mummies Sand Dancers Extraordinaire.Fraud and Fakery in the Bird World A talk by Nick Borrow, Hastings Museum, 2pm
From fabrications of whole ornithological expeditions to birds which use mimicry and imitation, there is no shortage of examples of fraud in the bird world. £3 to include tea and cakeHastings Got Culture St Mary in the Castle, Pelham Place, 3 - 7pm
A vibrant show, full of energy by Hastings & District Interfaith Forum. Free. Contact Tim Miller at [email protected]Twittens & Cat Creeps Walk Meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock-a-Nore, 3.30pm
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. Conducted by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £4 adults, children £2.50 under 14, from Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore or from guide on the walk at £4.50 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Museum and OHPS. Tel. 01424 775534The Observer Trophy Water Polo Tournament Summerfields Sports Centre, from 5 until 9.30pm.
Supper will be at the Rugby Club. Competing MenÕs Teams from our Twin Town Dordrecht in Holland, Haywards Heath, Brighton and Sevenoaks. Ladies and junior games will also be played during the Tournament. Contact Tim Pearce [email protected] Illustrated Talk: Embroidering the Truth Ð The Bayeux Tapestry & 1066 EventsHistory House, 21 Courthouse Street, Hastings, 5.30pm
Vanessa King, Historian & Lecturer at Birbeck College and a most entertaining speaker will give an illustrated talk. Tickets £2. Refreshments available. Twilight Smugglers Walk Meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore, 7pm 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 18th and early 19th centuries and the involvement of local people. Conducted by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £4 adults, children £2.50 under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on the walk at £4.50 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS. Tel: 01424 775534.The Battle Ghost Walk Meet at Abbey Green, High Street, Battle. 7.30pm
Discover the haunts and phantom monks and other spectres in this historic country town. Adults: £6, Accompanied young persons under 16: £4, payable at the start. No reservations necessary. Participants with dogs on leads welcome. Duration approx 1hr 30 minutes. Tel: 07964 793550HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week Multi-Faith Civic Service Old Town Parish, 10am Led by Rev Featherstone.
All welcome. Contact Helen Bird on 01424 451751Classic Car Show Rock a Nore Car Park, Old Town, 10am - 3.30pm
With special guest visit during the weekend from BBC radio 2 DJ, Alex Lester. Organised by Hastings Borough Council and Hastings Week volunteers. Sponsored by St Leonards Motors. Contact Hastings Information Centre on 01424 451111. Rugby FestivalWilliam Parker School, Parkstone Rd, 10.30am
See over 600 children from outside clubs competing with Hastings teams. Games start 10.30am with presentations 2.30pm. £2 including programme. Contact David Hirst on 01424 223346The 1066 Hastings East Hill Steps Race Starting and finishing at Winkle Island, 11am
This is a 1.066 mile Step Race challenge event open to individuals, sporting and non sporting teams. Entry Fee: £6 (£7 on the day). Individual & Team Prizes and Race Memento for all. Conquer the 1.066 miles of steps and woods with a fast downhill finish around Hastings Historic Old Town and East Hill. Entry forms from local sports outlets, shops, pubs, clubs and Tourist Information Office or online at www.runnersworld.co.uk/events. Profits to Hastings Week Committee.Church Service Unitarian Meeting Place, South Terrace, 11am
Led by David Darling. All welcome. Call 01424 754741Market on the Prom Pelham Place Car Park, 9am - 2pm
Dozens of Stalls on the seafront beside Pelham Place Car Park, Old Town. A High Street Traders Event. To book a pitch phone 01424 812662.Lifeboat Station Jewellery Sale The Stade, Old Town. 10am - 4pm
two day sale of secondhand jewellery in aid of the Hastings Lifeboat. Free admission. Disabled Lift available. Contact Shirley Hawley on 01424 445640 Illustrated Talk: The Life and Death of HaroldHistory House, 21 Courthouse Street, Hastings, 3pm
Talk by Heather Grief, secretary of the Hastings Local History Group, an Historian who has studied this period for many years. She has recently published a book "The History of the Bohemia Estate" Tickets £2 (Tea included).Children's Art Competition Bebe Jour, 43a George Street, 3pm
Children of all ages are invited to take part in an art competition which is inspired by what you most enjoy about Hastings Old Town. Any medium can be used (painting, model etc) and there will be prizes for all entrants.The prizes have been kindly donated by Bebe Jour and Tracey Brown, a local artist who will also judge the exhibits. Tel: 01424 457722Foyles Walk Meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore, 3.30pm
A fascinating 'war time' guided walk of approx 1 hour, taking in most of the Hastings TV film locations used for this popular TV series. Conducted by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £4 adults, children £2.50 under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on the walk at £4.50 adults, £2.75 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and Old Hastings Preservation Soc. Tel: 01424 775534 Harvest Festival of the SeaFishermen's Museum, Rock-a-Nore, 4pm
The Harvest Festival of the Sea will be held at the Fishermen's Museum (formerly Fishermen's Church) on the deck of the lugger "Enterprise". All are welcome. Tel: 01424 461446. The St Leonards Ghost Walk Meet at St Leonards Warrior Square Station (south side), 5pm Varied local hauntings give insights of the strange inner workings of the elusive spirit world. Adults: £6, Accompanied young persons under 16: £4, payable at the start. No reservations necessary. Participants with dogs on leads welcome. Duration approx 1hr 30mins. Tel: 07964 793550Town Centre Ghost Walk Meet outside Hastings Information Centre, Priory Meadow, 7pm
Hastings Close Encounters of the supernatural kind vividly described with thought-provoking explanations. Adults: £6, Accompanied young persons under 16: £4, payable at the start. No reservations necessary. Participants with dogs on leads welcome. Duration approx 1hr 30mins. Tel: 07964 793550Hastings Week Gala Concert White Rock Theatre, 7.30pm
Sussex Concert Orchestra, Conductor Kenneth Roberts, Leader Andrew Laing Programme is Walton Crown Imperial, Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition, Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No 1, played by the winner of the Hastings Musical Festival Piano Concerto Competition Miwako Miki. Proms style finale led by Karen McInally. Tickets £10 and £9 (Concession £2 off) from the White Rock Box Office (01424 462288). Contact Sandra Lambourne email [email protected] Tel 01424 443316.HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week Parish Community Club Presents Stephen Page Piano & Sing-a-Long with various local artistes.
St Mary Star of the Sea Church Hall, High St, 10.30am - 12noon £1 entrance to include tea/coffee & biscuits. Tel: 01424 465613Talk: Life and Work of Sue Ryder by Roger McKenna, Unitarian Meeting Place, South Terrace, 2.30pm
Call 01424 754741 Haunted Experiences Ð Hastings Old Town Ghost Walk Meet at the Chessboard, George Street, 7pm Join the Haunted Experience Team and celebrate the most famous battle in history. Start the evening with a hearty pottage and rustic bread, the staple food of soldiers going into battle at this time in history. Follow this with an enchanting walk around the old quarter listening to fascinating history and ancient ghost stories, including some from the 1066 era!!!! There will be a fun quiz to take part in so bring a pen along with you. Ticket price (incl food) £10.66. For further details see our website www.hauntedexperiences.eu Contact Tina Brown on 07817 686781Talk Ð Chinese Herbs & Acupuncture
Chinese Herbal Medical Centre, 8/9 Sturdee Place (opposite mini-golf), 7 - 8pm. Talk by Dr. Ke Xia Xu with a questions and answer session. Find out all about Chinese Medicine & Remedies. Free Entry. Donations Welcome. Talk lasts one hour. Notes on "Chinese Medicine - the 5 Elements" £1.50. Contact Dr. Xu on 01424 466100Battle! Stephen Page & Brian Hick. Unitarian Meeting Place, South Terrace, 7.30pm
Stirring words and music to celebrate a heroic defeat Tel: 01424 432 135HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week Priory Machine Knitting Club Priory Meadow, 9am - 5pm
Display of blankets designed and knitted for the Clements Creativity Cup 2010 showing the imagination, flair and skill members incorporate in their machine knitting. Come and try out a new skill on the knitting machine. Club contact [email protected]Coffee Morning & Old Town Bingo Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street, Hastings, 11am
Coffee Morning and a chance to play the entertaining Old Town Bingo Game with Bruce Nicol. Cash Prizes. Entry £4 (includes refreshments)Old Town Walk Meet at top station of West Hill Lift (lift at west end of George Street), 2.30pm
Take a trip up in the lift or walk up via Cobourg Place and over the hill. The official Old Hastings Preservation Society walk, with experienced guides is gently downhill and takes approx 90 minutes, visiting the many historical and picturesque sites of Hastings Old Town. There is no charge but donations to Old Hastings Preservation Soc. are welcome.The Adventures of the Great Pelham Family of Sussex - Talk by Christine Hayward Hastings Town Hall, 6pm
Contact Sarah Crosby on 01424 451118The Maureen Charlesworth (Former Mayor of Hastings) Chess Challenge White Rock Hotel (next to White Rock Theatre) 6.45pm For casual (who have no official ECF chess grade) and junior chess players. Trophies and prizes for the winners. Entrance fee payable on the night £3, Juniors £2. All players will be guaranteed at least five games. For further details call Bob Gurney 07929 620960 or Con Power 01424 431970. Alternatively email [email protected] Book early as space may be limited.
Falaise Sequence Dance Club Arthur Easton Centre, St Michaels Hospice, 7.30 - 10pm
Old Time and Sequence dances every Tuesday. We welcome any visitors, so come along and give it a try. Email [email protected]HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week
Happy Harold Tours 11am - 3pm
Take a tour on our Happy Harold Trolleybus. Leave Boating Lake Bus stop in the Old Town to Warrior Square or Park Gates leaving on the hour. Donations welcome. Contact Ion Castro at [email protected]Hastings Lifeboat Open Day The Stade, Old Town, 10am - 2pm
Conducted Tours of the Lifeboat Station. Lifeboat Station and Souvenir Shop are open to visitors 10am - 5pm daily all week.Art Workshop led by David Embry Unitarian Meeting Place, South Terrace, 10.30 - 3.30pm
Call 01424 754741Achievers Awards St Mary in the Castle, Pelham Place, 7pm
The Hastings Achievers Awards is an evening event which celebrates achievement by people of all ages and from all walks of life, many of them unsung heroes of our communities. Award categories include: Young Person of the Year, Outstanding Sports Person of the Year, Outstanding Sports Team, Outstanding Volunteer, Carer of the Year, Student of the Year, Attraction of the Year, Unsung Hero, Resident of the Year, Making a Difference to Hastings, Best Community Group, Lifetime Achievement, Environment Award and the Mayor's Award for Bravery and Overall Achiever - The most outstanding achiever will be chosen by the judges from the winners of the above and presented with an Award at the ceremony. Tickets to the Awards Evening are available from Hastings Observer, Woods House, Telford Road, St Leonards, East Sussex TN38 9LZ. If you require more information please contact event organiser, Faiza Shafeek, Hastings Observer on 01424 854751The Hastings Horror Walk Meet at St Clements Church Steps, High Street, 7.30pm
True Tales of Terror from the Old Town's less illustrious past recalled in grim detail. Definitely not for the squeamish. Adults: £6, Accompanied young persons under 16: £4, payable at the start. No reservations necessary. Participants with dogs on leads welcome. Duration approx 1hr 30mins. Tel: 07964 793550HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week Thursday 14th October: Hastings Day
1066 Country Coach Tour
A Circular Guided Tour via Normans Bay, Pevensey Bay & Battle, through lovely countryside on a 1066 theme including escape routes taken by the defeated Saxon Army Ð all at a special price of £12.66. Leaves Hastings Old Town 9.50am, Harold Place 10am, Warrior Square 10.05am and Bexhill at 10.20am. Commentary by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Phone: 01424 775534.Pirate Day Certificate Presentation Hastings Town Hall, 10.30am
By invitation only The Guinness Book of Records certificate is presented to the Mayor of Hastings for the Town. Contact Helen Bird on 01424 451751Hastings & St Leonards in Bloom presentation Hastings Town Hall, 12noon
Photographic display and presentation of winning entries incorporated with the award ceremony to this years green fingered residents and businesses. Presented by the Mayor of Hastings, Cllr Kim Forward. By invitation only. Contact Sam Russell on 01424 451446Memories Competition Prizegiving Taplin Centre, 3 Upper Maze Hill, St Leonards, 2pm
Two sections for this famous competition. Open to all, and to sight impaired. Write your memories to the ThemeTeenage Memories. Entries to HRVAB, 3 Upper Maze Hill, St Leonards by 24th September.Tea Dance Azur, Marina Pavilion, St Leonards, 2 - 4.30pm Ballroom,
Popular Sequence, Latin American Dancing to Modern and 30's/40's Music, in a 1930's panoramic sea view venue. £3.50 entrance to include refreshments. Presented by Fowrt and hosted by M.C Ian Marshall. Contact: 01424 445 573.Illustrated Talk - The "Hastings Fishing Industry Fishermen's Museum, Rock a Nore. 2pm
Talk by George Greaves, well-known local photographer. Free Entry, but donations to Museum welcome.Local History and Afternoon Tea Ore Library, 2.30pm
Victoria Seymour gives readings from her latest book, "Victory's Children" and exhibits her 1945 photo collection, Tea and home made cakes to follow. Places are free but must be booked. Contact Victoria Seymour [email protected]Old Town Walk Meet at top station of West Hill Lift (lift at west end of George Street), 2.30pm.
Take a trip up in the lift or walk up via Cobourg Place and over the hill. The official Old Hastings Preservation Society walk, with experienced guides is gently downhill and takes approx 90 minutes, visiting the many historical and picturesque sites of Hastings Old Town. There is no charge but donations to Old Hastings Preservation Soc. are welcome.Stade Guided Walk Meet at Lifeboat Station, 3pm & 6pm
Come along and learn about the Hastings fishing fleet and find out about the cultural and environmental heritage of the Stade with a Stade Volunteer Guide. Walks take one hour and are free, donations appreciated. Meet at the Lifeboat station. If you have access needs, please contact the Stade Education Officer in advance so that we can arrange a walk tailored to your requirements: 01424 451167 [email protected]Film Show: Battle of Hastings 1066 History House, 21 Courthouse Street, Hastings, 4pm
Dramatic re-enactment of the Battle to make history come alive with Peter and Dan Snow. 1 hour performance. OfficialOpening of Pelham MUGA Pelham Beach, 4pm
Naming and official opening ceremony of the new Multi Use Games Area. Contact Dick Edwards, Hastings Old Town Residents Association on 01424 437069 or email [email protected]Order of 1066 Award Hastings Town Hall, 5.30pm
The presentation of the 'Award of 1066' the supreme accolade for services to the town by The Mayor, Cllr Kim Forward. By invitation only Contact Helen Bird 01424 451751.Stade Guided Walk 6pm
Come along and learn about the Hastings fishing fleet and find out about the cultural and environmental heritage of the Stade with a Stade Volunteer Guide. Walks take one hour and are free, donations appreciated. Meet at the Lifeboat station. If you have access needs, please contact the Stade Education Officer in advance so that we can arrange a walk tailored to your requirements: 01424 451167 [email protected]Smugglers Adventure - Torchlight Tours St Clements Caves, 6 - 8pm
Pre-booked tours last for 45mins and provide a fascinating, and occasionally frightening insight into the history of the caves including their use as a military hospital for WellingtonÕs troops during the Napoleonic Wars and as an air-raid shelter in World War II. Tours limited to 15 people per group. Children must be accompanied by an adult and are unsuitable for the very young. Cost of Torchlight Tours is £4.50 (adults) and £3.50 (children). For more information and to book tours phone 01424 422964 weekdays between 10am and 4pm.Haunted Experiences Ð Hastings Old Town Ghost Walk Meet at the Chessboard, George Street, 7pm
Join the Haunted Experience Team and celebrate the most famous battle in history. Start the evening with a hearty pottage and rustic bread, the staple food of soldiers going into battle at this time in history. Follow this with an enchanting walk around the old quarter listening to fascinating history and ancient ghost stories,including some from the 1066 era! There will be a fun quiz to take part in so bring a pen along with you. Ticket price (incl food) £10.66. For further details see our website www.hauntedexperiences.eu Contact Tina Brown 07817 686781The Battle Ghost Walk Meet at Abbey Green, High Street, Battle. 7.30pm
Discover the haunts and phantom monks and other spectres in this historic country town. Adults: £6, Accompanied young persons under 16: £4, payable at the start. No reservations necessary. Participants with dogs on leads welcome. Duration approx 1hr 30mins. Tel: 07964 793550Opera in the Castle, Hastings Day Concert, Opera South East St Mary in the Castle, 7.30pm
A celebration of our rich heritage. Special guest soloists. Musical Director Kenneth Roberts. £8 (Concessions £2 off). Tickets available from Hastings Information Centre (01424 451128) and St Mary in the Castle (01424 717592). Contact Sandra Lambourne email [email protected] or call 01424 443316HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week
Open Net Shop (Net Shop No. Q4 - west of the fish shops)
Net mending demonstration by Hastings fisherman Mick Barrow. 10am - 12noon A rare opportunity to see inside a Hastings fishermanÕs own net shop. Mick will be demonstrating the art of net mending and there will a chance for you to learn how to thread a net needle and tie some basic knots. Organised by the Stade Education Project; providing opportunities for people to understand the maritime heritage of the Stade. This event is free, donations to Prostate Cancer Charity appreciated. 01424 451167 [email protected]Coffee Morning with Ann Novotny Garden Cottage, Croft Road, Old Town, 10am - 12 noon £3 to include coffee and cakes.
Proceeds to Stroke Association. All are welcome. Contact: 01424 432483.Hastings Old Town Market All Saints Church Hall, All Saints Street, 10.30 - 11.30am
Entrance Free. Coffee, Tea, Home Made Cake Ð all @ 50p. Various stalls sell Cakes, Pies, Quiche, Bread, Small Fancy Cakes, Vegetables, Jams, Marmalade and Flowers. The Craft Stall is well worth a visit. Tel: 01424 43424Illustrated Talk: "The History of Ore" Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street, Hastings, 6.30pm Talk by Ken Brooks, local historian, geologist and author. Tickets £2 (refreshments available)
Hillcrest School. 7:00 pm. An excellent adaptation of the John Godber play 'Bouncers'. The performance is one night only. Entry is free, seats can be reserved by phoning 711950. The play is a 12 certificate as it contains language and themes unsuitable for under 12 year olds. This event is not in the printed programme
Twilight Smugglers Walk Meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore, 7pm
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 18th and early 19th centuries and the involvement of local people. Conducted by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £4 adults, children £2.50 under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on the walk at £4.50 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and OHPS. Tel: 01424 775534.The St Leonards Ghost Walk Meet at St Leonards Warrior Square Station (south side), 7.30pm
Varied local hauntings give insights of the strange inner workings of the elusive spirit world. Adults: £6, Accompanied young persons under 16: £4, payable at the start. No reservations necessary. Participants with dogs on leads welcome. Duration approx 1hr 30mins. Tel: 07964 793550The Famous 1066 Jazz Club Azur - Marina Pavilion, St Leonards, 8 - 11pm.
The 1066 Jazz Club presents The Fantabulous Sheepwash Playboys - top British band from the West Country. Excellent band, good food, dancing. Tickets at the door - Members £7, Guests £9. Contact Don Jeffery on 01424 753784 or Azur on 0845 812 1066HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week
The Royal British Legion Priory Meadow Shopping Centre, 9am - 5.30pm
A fundraising Tombola and Recruiting. All Proceeds to the Poppy Appeal. Contact Rod Pelling on 01424 852231 or email [email protected]
Hastings Welsh Society Coffee Morning 9 Undercliff, St Leonards, 10.30am - 12noon Admission £1 - Includes Coffee/Tea And Welshcakes. Everyone Welcome! Contact Mrs Atherden on 01424 441208
58th National Town Criers Championships Queens Square, Priory Meadow, 10.30am
With MC Hastings Town Crier Jon Bartholomew. Town Criers from around the country take part in this spectacular event. Judging will be based on volume, diction, clarity and inflection. Contact Hastings Information Centre 01424 451111Hastings Week Fayre and Farmers Market Phoenix Art Centre, Parkstone Road, 10am - 4pm.
Opening by MP of Hastings and Rye, Amber Rudd. Free entry. Many craft, charity, retail and hobbies stalls including a farmers market- selling local produce, and entertainment during the day. Fun for all the family. Contact [email protected]Hastings & St. Leonards Chess Club Open Day 11 a.m. to 5 p.m
The Chess Club, normally open only to members, will be open to all interested visitors. Anyone interested in dropping in for a chat about the game is most welcome at 2 Cornwallis Terrace, Hastings. (Phone 07933 742352) This item is not in the printed programmeBook Fair Hastings History House, 21 Courthouse Street, Hastings, 11am - 4pm
New Books, local authors and good quality secondhand books for sale. Email [email protected] or phone 01424 427718 to book a stall.Gizmo's Got Talent and Open day Gizmo World, 23 Priory Street, 2pm
Entertainment showcasing the Gizmo Kids' talents plus young peoples Talent Contest (open to all). Admission (Donation) £3. Enquiries 01424 436333Foyles Walk Meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore, 2pm
A fascinating 'war time' guided walk of approx 1 hour, taking in most of the Hastings TV film locations used for this popular TV series. Conducted by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £4 adults, children £2.50 under 14, from Shipwreck Heritage Centre, Rock a Nore or from guide on the walk at £4.50 adults, £2.75 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Heritage Centre and Old Hastings Preservation Soc. Tel: 01424 775534Stade Guided Walk Meet at Lifeboat Station, 3pm
Come along and learn about the Hastings fishing fleet and find out about the cultural and environmental heritage of the Stade with a Stade Volunteer Guide. Walks take one hour and are free, donations appreciated. Meet at the Lifeboat station. If you have access needs, please contact the Stade Education Officer in advance so that we can arrange a walk tailored to your requirements: Call 01424 451167 or email [email protected]Iceni Tribal Dancers Queen's Square, Priory Meadow, 12.30 - 1.30pm
Exotic Displays by the Iceni Tribal Dancers and the Egyptian Mummies Sand Dancers Extraordinaire.Twittens & Cat Creeps Walk Meet at Shipwreck Museum, Rock-a-Nore. 3.45pm
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. Conducted by Clive Richardson, British Tourist Authority Blue Badge Guide. Tickets in advance £4 adults, children £2.50 under 14, from Shipwreck Museum, Rock a Nore or from guide on the walk at £4.50 adults, £3 children under 14. Donation to Shipwreck Museum and OHPS. Tel. 01424 775534 Torch Lit Procession and Bonfire from 7.15pm.Hastings Borough Bonfire Society's spectacular torch lit procession and bonfire - from 7.15pm
Following lighting of the beacon the procession commences from the Stade at 7.15pm passing through the old town, along the seafront, with a ceremony in the town centre concluding with the greatest firework display on the beach. See the Hastings Borough Bonfire Society programme for further details and full programme.Safety Notice: Please respect the safety barriers and do not pick up discarded torches or bring your own fireworks and comply with any requests from the marshals. Keep your children with you at all times and ear protection is recommended if you or your children are frightened of loud bangs. Please do not bring pets and dispose of all litter correctly Collections for local charities. Please give generously as all money collected goes to charity.
HOME and Contents October 2010 Places to visit during the week Spratt & Winkle Run Finishes at Rock-a-Nore Car Park, 10am - 3pm
The Historic Commercial Vehicle Society (London & South East Area) in association with Hastings Borough Council. Sevenoaks to Hastings informal road run. Vehicles leave Sevenoaks at 7.30 am and travel to Hastings Rock a Nore Car Park completing the journey under their own power. Mayor's choice of the day award will be given to one lucky winner. Contact Andy Garner: [email protected]Hastings & Rother Family History Society Fair Horntye Park Sports Complex, Bohemia Road, 10am - 4.30pm. 10.30am
Speaker - Jeanne Bunting - Maps & Directories Online 12.30pm Speakers - Meryl Catty & Audrey Gillett - Leave No Stone Unturned - Resolving Family History Research Problems 2.30pm Speaker - Simon Fowler Ð Workhouses & Records of the Poor Entrance £2. All talks £2 each. Any two talks plus entrance £5 or all three talks plus entrance £6. Contact Linda 07709 235308Jazz Breakfast St Mary in the Castle, Hastings, 11am Featuring Jazz Diva Tina May. Tickets £8 including Coffee and Pastry.
Enquiries 01424 442 601.St Mary in the Castle Friends.Mayor's Youth Event (incorporating the Mayor's Youth Service and awards for the Mayor's Youth Challenge) Priory Meadow, 1.30 - 3pm Showcase for the Church and Uniform Groups response to the MayorÕs Youth Challenge, Young Musicians, Street Magician, Juggler, Crafts, Face painting etc from 1.30 to 3pm followed by open air Mayor's Youth Service and award for Mayor's Youth Challenge 3pm to 3.30pm Contact Annette Hawkins at [email protected]
Autumn Conducted walk in St Helens Woods Meet at the Langham Road Entrance, 3pm
If fine. Light refreshments afterwards at Barbeque Site. Walk Led by Mrs. Caroline Kempster. Please wear suitable footwear. Stade Guided Walk 3pm See page 21 for details 01424 451167 [email protected]Closing Ceremony Hastings Town Hall, 4pm
Closing address from Town Crier, Mayor and Chair of Hastings Week Committee and lowering of flag. Contact Nigel Hogben on 01424 850689Haunted Experiences - Hastings Old Town Ghost Walk
Meet at the Chessboard, George Street, 7pm Join the Haunted Experience Team and celebrate the most famous battle in history. Start the evening with a hearty pottage and rustic bread, the staple food of soldiers going into battle at this time in history. Follow this with an enchanting walk around the old quarter listening to fascinating history and ancient ghost stories, including some from the 1066 era!!!! There will be a fun quiz to take part in so bring a pen along with you. Ticket price (incl food) £10.66. For further details see our website www.hauntedexperiences.eu Contact Tina Brown 07817 686781The Hastings Horror Walk Meet at St Clements Church Steps, High Street, 8pm
True Tales of Terror from the Old Town's less illustrious past recalled in grim detail. Definitely not for the squeamish. Adults: £6, Accompanied young persons under 16: £4, payable at the start. No reservations necessary. Participants with dogs on leads welcome. Duration approx 1hr 30mins. Tel: 07964 793550President, Dorothy Clements
Chair, Ian Porter
Vice Chair, Richard Stevens
Events Co-ordinator Nigel Hogben
Hastings Week Fayre Stall Bookings Jean Hobson - tel 01424 753095 [email protected]Download entry forms here - 'word' format or 'pdf'
The Secretary, Hastings Week Committee,
Marketing & Communications Dept,
Town Hall, Queens Road, Hastings TN34 1QR
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