Featured Events in Lewes in May, 2025 (May Updated)

IMPORTANT NOTICE - PLEASE BOOK VIA THIS LINK NOW: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1289621254889?aff=oddtdtcreator Join us for a family-friendly community feast and concert, featuring Gambian superstar Kora player Ansumana Susso and his full band, along with a DJ spinning world music! Families welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult). Tickets are £10 for adults and £5 for children, to include the feast and the concert. Please now book at this link instead: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/world-food-jamboree-lewes-tickets-1289621254889?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios Proceeds from ticket and drink sales will help support more of our collaborative community events. The price includes the buffet style meal and the concert. Community feast 1:30-3pm Concert 4-7pm For more information, please contact us at Cultureconnectproject@gmail.com. Come for an uplifting inclusive experience, to celebrate our wonderful multicultural community! Information Source: Culture Connect Project CIC | eventbrite

Human beings have always cooked, eaten and enjoyed music together communally. ​In a world where food ​and music has become increasingly transactional and moneterised, we are delighted to be able to host a feast and concert that will bring people from diverse cultures ​together to share food and enjoy music and in so doing, to encourage cohesive and healthy communities. We will be serving a sumptuous feeast prepared by cooks from across the globe who now live locally. The menu will feature dishes from Gambia, South Africa, Brazil, Ukraine and Syria. The feast will be vegetarian and gluten free and vegan options will be available. After the feast, Gambian kora superstar, Ansumana Susso and his band will perform traditional and contemporty music from West Africa, with DJ support from Santi Sartorious We are asking for a donation of £10 per place for adults and £5 for children, but this is at your discretion. If you would like a free place please contact office@communitychef.org.uk for a voucher code. We are pleased to be hosting this event with our friends at Diversity Lewes and Culture Cionnect CIC This has been kindly supported by Lewes Town Council, the Lewes District Food Partnership and the National Lottery. Information Source: Community Chef - Good Food for All | eventbrite

A stroll around the beautiful, always-photogenic Lewes, camera in hand. We’ll take in the town’s most scenic views and points of interest with suggestions for how to best capture them through a lens. Afterwards, we’ll set up an optional photo-sharing group because we all see things differently—even when we see the same things. Bring a camera or camera phone—don’t forget to charge those batteries and make sure there’s plenty of space on the card! 3 miles Suitable for all A few roads to cross en route Cafes and toilets available Walk intensity: Easy Information Source: Visit Lewes | eventbrite

Yosi is looking forward to accompanying music to the 1925 silent classic Ben Hur. Ben-Hur, the tale of the Christ is directed byFred Niblo and written by June Mathis based on the 1880 novel Ben-Hur, a tale of the Christ by General Lew Wallace starring Ramon Navarro as the title character, the film is the first feature-length adaptation of the novel and second overall, following the 1907 short film. In 1997, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ was selected for preservation in the United States national Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant. Yosi will be playing piano, organ, synths, sax, clarinet, flute and percussion to accompany the film. He will improvise freely to suit the scene, whether it is comedic, tragic, action-packed or dialogue based - telling the story through the music. He is looking forward to giving you a taste of his talent. Yosi accompanied music to Charlie Chaplin's City Lights, in January this year at the Brighton Unitarian Church as well as the Hunchback of Notre Dame, recently in Lewes. He also played for the Cabinet of Dr Caligari in November 2024 as well as the Lodger , Charlie Chaplin Modern Times at the All Saints Centre in Lewes and at the OSO Centre in Barnes to a packed house as well as having been a regular performer at the Classic Cinema Club, the International School of London and Addison Primary School. He has played musical accompaniment on such films as the Artist, The Passion of Joan of Arc, the Arabian Nights, the Man who Laughs, the Voyager, Balloonatic and the Electric House. During lockdown, he streamed musical accompaniment online to films such as Fritz Lang's Metropolis and the comedies of Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton. More recently, Yosi has accompanied and shown a few silent films at the All Saints Centre, the first being The Temptress, 1926, starring Greta Garbo as well as Metropolis , the Fritz Lang classic. The screening of Nosferatu is the first time that they showed accompanied silent films at the Brighton Unitarian Church at Halloween 2023. Yosi is also a seasoned classical pianist and jazz saxophonist/flautist. He performed the Goldberg Variations at St Michael's Church in Lewes in November 2024 as well as played with the Lucharian Trio, Latin-Indo-Celtic jazz trio with Lucho and Sean at the Con Club in Lewes. He also plays regularly with Momentum, 6 piece dynamic latin-Jazz fusion group, with 3 albums. They play regularly at the Pizza Express in London as well as the Bull's Head in Barnes and George IV in Chiswick where they played at the London Jazz Festival. Information Source: Yosi Marshall | eventbrite

Weekly group for Parents/carers and toddlers aged 18 months - 5 years old. Younger siblings welcome, adults and babes in arms are free. This is a warm, friendly and nurturing group inspired by the Forest School ethos of child lead exploration and learning. It is a special time to be in the woods with your child making new friends whist connecting to nature and having lots of fun. Following a similar format each week with the ritual of joining at the circle to light the fire together, to having a story and songs around it at the end with a tasty snack we've cooked, brings a grounded sense of familiarity and calm were the children learn to be safe and the ancient practice of being together in the woods. From here they are free to go off to explore the activities and the woods! What we get up to.... We make natural seasonal crafts and cook healthy snacks over the fire, play in the mud kitchen, go on adventures, forage, bug hunt, have a story around the fire, We go on Nature walks, sing songs, learn about wildlife, the seasons, the weather and how to care for nature and each other. make music have lots of free play and use our imaginations! Phew! Each session has a theme around an animal or something interesting happening in nature at that time. Activities are great for manual dexterity, coordination, strength, balance and confidence, crafts are for you to make with your child, but also a moment for you to create something simple (no experience necessary!) whist sitting by the fire and children play. Quote from a mum " As soon as I arrive at woodland Playgroup in the woods I feel more relaxed, it is calming and the children can just play" Concessions considered for low income families please do not hesitate to contact Laura for a reduced rate. Allergies catered for. Lead by Laura who is a trained Forest School Practitioner. She has over 10 years experience leading groups of children of all ages and adults in the woods. She loves her job especially being creative with woodland crafts, cooking over the fire and seeing how children grow in confidence, she is kind, patient and fun. She has an up to date DBS, relevant insurance for Forest School/outdoor activities and holds a First Aid certificate. You will be given health and safety guidelines for activities however, you need to be responsible for your child in the woods at all times. Information Source: Wild In The Woods | eventbrite

Join us for a fun and informative Compost Club tour and talk at Compost HQ about the science and magic of composting and how it can benefit your garden. Our founder Michael Kennard will answer any questions you may have. This in-person event is a great opportunity to connect with fellow compost enthusiasts and gain valuable insights. Don't miss out on this exciting chance to expand your composting knowledge! Information Source: Compost Club | eventbrite

Join us for a Wine Dinner featuring Paul Cullen Wines! Enjoy a night filled with music, laughter, food and delicious wines on our covered patio with the one and only Paul Cullen! We will be serving a four course menu featuring some of your favorite Nicola Pizza dishes paired with Paul Cullen Wines. So grab your ticket and get ready to be serenaded by his soulful tunes and entertained by his charming personality. This in-person event promises to be a memorable experience that you won't want to miss. Information Source: Nicola Pizza | eventbrite

A walking workshop to discover how the unique landscape around Lewes enabled Lime production from the Chalk of the South Downs to develop buildings and agriculture across the region. Lewes has some amazing examples of Flint buildings, all constructed using Lime from the local Chalk pits. Meeting at Lewes railway station at 9.45am, the workshop includes a tour of the Flint buildings in the town and a walk up onto the South Downs to see the historic chalk mines. We will also be walking through The Phoenix - an area of the town that will be redeveloped from a 7.9 hectare brownfield site into a sustainable neighbourhood made using materials from the bio and geo-region. The walk will be led by Ben and Loretta Bosence, founders of Local Works Studio. Ben has a background in building repair focussing on Lime and masonry materials. Loretta is a Landscape Architect and will introduce the unique Downland landscape of this region. The workshop is open to 18 people This circular walk will be around 5 miles in length and includes a steep hill climb of 120 meters elevation up onto the chalk footpaths of the South Downs.Please wear outdoor clothing and walking shoes suitable for the weather on the day Bring some water and a cup and we will supply hot drinks and snacks We will finish back at the Railway station in Lewes at approximately 1 pm Information Source: Local Works Studio | eventbrite

Death Or Glory Promotions Presents- Ed Tudor Pole (Live / Q+ A / Book Signing) Information Source: Death or Glory Promotions | eventbrite

Don't miss out on the exclusive event, "Edward Tudor Pole (Performance / Q+A / Book Signing) at Lewes Con Club." Join the talented artist for a captivating live performance, an insightful Q+A session, and a special book signing. The event will take place at Lewes Con Club, located at 139 High Street, Lewes, BN7 1XS, on May 9, 2025. Tickets are priced at £13.62. Get ready for an unforgettable experience with Edward Tudor Pole in the historic city of Lewes.

Don't miss the captivating event "Edward Tudor Pole (Performance / Q+A / Book Signing) at Lewes Con Club. Join Death Or Glory Promotions on May 9, 2025, at 139 High Street, Lewes, BN7 1XS, for an unforgettable experience with the talented Ed Tudor Pole. Engage in a live performance, thought-provoking Q+A session, and book signing. Tickets are priced at £13.62. Witness an evening filled with entertainment and insight in the charming city of Lewes.

Dad La Soul is a multi-award winning revolutionary, grassroots movement that uses the arts, music, tech and play to tackle social isolation in dads and kids. We produce kick-ass Saturday morning playdates for dads, stepdads, granddads and male carers who want to hang out with their kids, play/learn/teach new skills and make some new cool friends. We bring them together, challenge conventions, spark conversations and start friendships with dads that perhaps might otherwise struggle in silence or isolation. Here's what we're up to this year (at Plus X unless stated): 8th March - Story time with Children's Author Rich Ford,and the story Unken Dunken Makes Pancakes. Aimed at ages 2-7.12th April - NO session due to school holidays!You can expect: Soft play, crafting, Lego, Giant Jenga, VR headsets to use in order to explore different places, times, planets, dress-up. And, as part of a monthly theme, everything from filmmaking, DJ workshops, circus skills, zombie mask making, den building, science lessons and a whole lot more. Expect old-school tunes, games, card-making, free tea/coffee and general dad-related daftness. Bring your favourite toys and games and join the party. Dad La Soul is a safe space for dads and kids to let off steam, have some banter and ask for help. Suitable for children aged 0-10. **********PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A GROUP FOR DADS/MALE IDENTIFYING CARERS & KIDS ONLY. NO UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN/MUMS OR DADS WITHOUT CHILDREN WILL BE ADMITTED*******. Information Source: Dad La Soul | eventbrite

Experience Astonishing Sculptures, Scavenger Hunt & Springtime delights! We invite you to join us and enjoy the truly unique experience at The Grounds For Sculpture. Grounds For Sculpture was founded by artist and philanthropist Seward Johnson(of the Johnson & Johnson family).Jolly Trolley sweeps you Away for the Day to Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, NJ departing from Home Depot in Lewes. As you embark on this unique adventure riding in our comfortable, safe and reliable, stress free Jolly Bus, a Southern Delaware Tourism Ambassador will provide many interesting facts about and activities in Southern Delaware. Once we arrive at Grounds for Sculpture you will enter a world where famous impressionist art work is replicated into amazing larger than life sculptures! Walk over Monet's foot bridge to see the Water Lillies in the pond. View famous impressionist painters art work recreated for your enjoyment on the grounds. Travel in comfort to the Grounds for Sculpture museum, sculpture garden, and arboretum located on 42 acres of picturesque grounds with 300 different sculptures. Ticket price includes roundtrip transportation, and Grounds for Sculpture admission, guided audio tour to enjoy an afternoon walking among the artwork. Famous art is recreated in larger than life sculptures. This is an experience to remember! We will have a voluntary Jolly Sculpture Scavenger Hunt with prizes! Bring your camera and comfy walking shoes! Meals are not included in the cost of admission & transportation. The fine dining restaurant Rats (named for Mr. Rat from the children's classic The Wind & The Willows) will be open - Advance reservations are strongly recommended as the restaurant is one of the top 10 most picturesque in the country. There is also a small cafe for a lite dining fare. More than 700 artists have had their work on view here. Jolly Trolley Charter Tours take the stress out of driving and parking! It's not just the destination, it's the journey with The Award Winning Jolly Trolley - Winner of 2023 Best Attraction in Southern Delaware from the Southern Delaware Tourism Board! Jolly Trolley Charter Tours take the stress out of driving and parking! It's not just the destination, it's the journey with The Award Winning Jolly Trolley - Winner of 2023 Best Attraction in Southern Delaware from the Southern Delaware Tourism Board! Manuel Wheelchairs are available for $15.00 rental fee and Electric Scooters book for 4 hours at $25.00 rental rate. Boarding begins at 7:45am at The Home Depot parking lot ,Lewes accross from Garden Center the parking lot area closest to Coastal Highway 1. We depart promptly at 8:00am from the Home Depot Front Parking Lot in Lewes and returning at 7:45pm. Grounds for Sculpture Visitors Information Tickets are limited so reserve your seats today! Tickets must be purchased online and seats are only fully reserved by online ticket purchases. Ticket sales are non-refundable, yet, transferable. *Ticket Price includes roundtrip transportation, and admission to Grounds for Sculpture event. No physical tickets will be issued. A digital ticket will be emailed to you. Please keep this email and show it to your driver at time of service. Your name, and number of tickets purchased, will automatically be added to our guest list at time of purchase. The tour end time may change slightly based on traffic/venue delays. **This is a rain or shine event, however, a cancellation is possible in the case of severe or dangerous weather on the roadways. Our passengers safety is always our top priority, and we are diligent in our commitment to providing safe and reliable service as we are the transit professionals in our market. ***Minimum of 15 total tickets must to be sold for service to be provided. Ticket sales end on April 21st, 2025 for timed admission to Grounds for Sculpture. For ages 12 & up. Information Source: Jolly Trolley Charter Tours & Pay-Per-Seat Program | eventbrite

Alex Cornish Alex Cornish is a singer songwriter, virtuoso violinist, pianist and guitarist from Dunbar, Scotland and he has been around the block. He has supported and toured with (amongst others) Kathryn Williams, Tom McRae, Morcheeba, Alison Moyet, Steve Nieve and Amy MacDonald. He has been in session for Tom Robinson, Dermot O Leary, Roddy Hart, Vic Galloway and more. The Sunday Times said in the past 'a beautiful album that has Mercury Prize written all over it', the Telegraph said 'etheral singer songwriting'. Touring his ninth record, Squall Critical, which was recorded in just over a week at his kitchen table with some synths, programming, his violin, guitar and a single SM57 microphone. Pete Paphides on Squall Critical - "Percussive clicks, shuffling snares and restive washes of electronic noise create a cocoon of sorts for Cornish’s pensive acoustic ruminations. I remember when listening to his previous album, the record for which I wanted to reach afterwards was Travis’s The Man Who . With this one, it’s Radiohead’s In Rainbows and Nick Mulvey’s First Mind . Which perhaps gives you an indication of the direction from that one to Squall Critical . Of course, I'm writing a singles column here, so I’m really just here to pick out one song. And right now, I’m finding it hard to look beyond the quietly cascading majesty of the title track. At times, Cornish sounds like a man who, whilst not wanting to be any trouble, is trying to keep himself busy as he anxiously awaits the outcome of his own story. If, right now, you feel like you're sitting in the same metaphorical waiting room, you could do much worse than cue up Squall Critical while waiting for your name to be called." Watch - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3eNDniYK4Y Information Source: Bellevue Records Presents | eventbrite

Facilitated by leah Star.Workshop leader and mindfulness facilitator of over 25 years. With added sacred cacao option book for £5 With mindfulness meditation Qualified gong and sound practitioner Come join us for a deeply relaxing and rejuvenating Gong & Sound Bath session at Cliffe `Hall in Lewes. Parking is free and there are several car parks within 1- 5 mins walk. Venue and parking info on link Next to Thomas a becket church.https://cliffehall.uk/ Let the soothing sounds wash over you, restoring your vitality and leaving you feeling refreshed and energized. This in-person event is the perfect way to start your day on a positive note. This is your opportunity to relax and recharge! Please bring something to lie on and cover you and a drink for your comfort. For more info see http://thecosmicvibrationsoflove.com Extra important info Gongs permeate the cells of our bodies on a very deep level & It is recommended that you do not have a gong bath for the following reasons ​ • Have a severe mental health issue and /or are taking prescribed medication for mental health issues • Have a pacemaker or a serious/prescribed heart condition *Are pregnant in first and last semester *Within 6 weeks of an operation • Suffer from epilepsy, especially sound-induced. • Have a hearing or sound-sensitive condition. • Have Meniere’s Disease • Have a metal bone implant less than 3 months post operative • Are under 13 years of age Information Source: Leah star | eventbrite

Weekly group for Parents/carers and toddlers aged 18 months - 5 years old. Younger siblings welcome, adults and babes in arms are free. This is a warm, friendly and nurturing group inspired by the Forest School ethos of child lead exploration and learning. It is a special time to be in the woods with your child making new friends whist connecting to nature and having lots of fun. Following a similar format each week with the ritual of joining at the circle to light the fire together, to having a story and songs around it at the end with a tasty snack we've cooked, brings a grounded sense of familiarity and calm were the children learn to be safe and the ancient practice of being together in the woods. From here they are free to go off to explore the activities and the woods! What we get up to.... We make natural seasonal crafts and cook healthy snacks over the fire, play in the mud kitchen, go on adventures, forage, bug hunt, have a story around the fire, We go on Nature walks, sing songs, learn about wildlife, the seasons, the weather and how to care for nature and each other. make music have lots of free play and use our imaginations! Phew! Each session has a theme around an animal or something interesting happening in nature at that time. Activities are great for manual dexterity, coordination, strength, balance and confidence, crafts are for you to make with your child, but also a moment for you to create something simple (no experience necessary!) whist sitting by the fire and children play. Quote from a mum " As soon as I arrive at woodland Playgroup in the woods I feel more relaxed, it is calming and the children can just play" Concessions considered for low income families please do not hesitate to contact Laura for a reduced rate. Allergies catered for. Lead by Laura who is a trained Forest School Practitioner. She has over 10 years experience leading groups of children of all ages and adults in the woods. She loves her job especially being creative with woodland crafts, cooking over the fire and seeing how children grow in confidence, she is kind, patient and fun. She has an up to date DBS, relevant insurance for Forest School/outdoor activities and holds a First Aid certificate. You will be given health and safety guidelines for activities however, you need to be responsible for your child in the woods at all times. Information Source: Wild In The Woods | eventbrite