TOWN EVENTS
& ACTIVITIES

Join one of our expert volunteer Tree Guides for a 90-minute tour showcasing the magnificence of the trees at Nymans throughout the seasons.

Booking essential. Call 0344 249 1895. Normal admission charges apply for the venue.

All tours start at 10:30

Guided Tree Tour – Spring, £10
Wednesday 18 March, Thursday 2 & Friday 17 April, Monday 4 & Tuesday 19 May.
Highlights will include Magnolias, Cornus kousas and Paulownia tomentosa.

Guided Tree Tour – Summer, £10
Wednesday 3 & Thursday 18 June, Friday 3 & Monday 20 July, Tuesday 4 & Wednesday 19 August.
Highlights will include the Persian Silk tree, Catalpas and the Dawn Redwood.

Guided Tree Tour – Autumn, £10
Thursday 17 September, Friday 2 & Mon 19 October, Tuesday 3 & Wednesday 18 November.
Highlights will include the Arboretum, Handkerchief trees and the delightful fragrance of the Katsura trees.

You'll see many of our Champion Trees and learn about the influence that the Messel family had on the gardens, whilst having the opportunity to ask our experts your questions.

Please check in at Visitor Reception on arrival. The tour will start outside at the Hub.

Please wear suitable footwear as the tour may leave the paths. The tour takes place outdoors so please wear appropriate clothing for a 90-minute walk. This tour goes up and down steps and slopes.

Dogs are not permitted, apart from assistance dogs.

Please see the website for our full access statement.
For more information call 01444 405250, email nymans@nationaltrust.org.uk or go online at  www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

Residents are invited to discover new ways to live more sustainably at New Leaf, a new community event taking place at Haywards Heath Town Hall on Saturday 24 October, from 10am to 12pm.

New Leaf has been created as a local hub for practical, eco-friendly action, bringing together a range of activities and opportunities to help residents reduce waste, reuse what they already have and make more sustainable choices in everyday life.

Recycle - Drop off your hard-to-recycle items:
Batteries, Beauty Products (clean), Blister Packs, Bottle Corks, Bubble Wrap, Food Packaging (clean), Ink Cartridges, Plastic Carrier Bags, Vapes

Refill - Fill Good will be in our car park: bring your containers to refill your pantry essentials, cleaning products and more!

Fix - Bring your broken items and have a go at fixing them with our toolkit!
Got a wooden item that needs some TLC? RBPM can help you bring it back to life.
Ripped clothing?Artisan Studio Tailoring can help you repair it.

Reuse - See how to give old fabrics a new lease of life!

Swap - Bring your books, puzzles and toys. Swap them for something new to you!

Borrow - Discover the huge range of items available from SHARE, our local Library of Things.

Donate - Drop off good-condition clothing and essentials for Knight Support and Haywards Heath Baby Bank. Please see our website for the list of the items they are looking for.

Measure - Check your carbon footprint and discover ways to reduce your impact.

Kidenza are back!

Kidenza have been coming to Chailey for several years, and are a huge hit with the children, young people, families and carers! This year we are opening up the Kidenza concerts to everyone: whether you've been to Chailey before or this is your first time, we think you'll love it.

Each ticket gets you a two hour slot onsite at Chailey Heritage Foundation. In this time you'll enjoy a wonderful Kidenza concert, as well as other interactive musical workshops around the site.
Kidenza specialise in fully accessible and immersive concerts. Fast moving programmes with fun and educational snippets make this an unforgettable experience for the whole family. World class music for EVERYONE!

Kidenza concerts are specially designed for children and young people of all abilities. Families are encouraged to relax and enjoy the music without the pressures that can sometimes come with traditional performances. Children can move amongst the orchestra, experience the vibrations through resonance boards, and engage with musicians in a relaxed and welcoming environment. These concerts are interactive, sensory-friendly and joyful — creating a wonderful experience for the whole family, for just £5 a ticket (three timeslots throughout the day):

9:30-11:30

12:00-14:00

14:30-16:30

Go on a Ghost Hunt with The Bunnies of Hoppity Hill. Hop into Halloween with a special 45-minute storyteller event celebrating We're Going on a Ghost Hunt!

Booking not needed. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Tuesday 27 October 2026, 10:30am, 11:30am and 1pm

Follow The Bunnies of Hoppity Hill as they search for hidden ghosts, discover pumpkins, bats and owls, and enjoy a wonderfully spooky adventure together. Packed with storytelling, fun, music and gentle spookiness, it's the perfect event for little trick-or-treaters.

Tickets available from visitor reception on arrival. No need to book ahead.

For property information call 01444 405250, email nymans@nationaltrust.org.uk or go online at  www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans ...

Mid Sussex District Council Free indoor Play Day will be at the Dolphin Leisure Centre on Friday 30th October from 2 - 4 pm. This event is aimed at under 10's but all ages welcome. There is no need to book just turn up and enjoy. There will be a wide variety of activities including Tomfoolery Magic Show, Circus Skills, Silent Disco, Arts & Crafts, Hockey, Football, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Maggies Music Bus and lots more.

Join the Glendale Rangers for a free, gentle Level 1 Healthy Walk around Beech Hurst Gardens beginning and ending outside Age UK Lamb House in nearby Kleinwort Close.

The walk will be led by Glendale staff and take approximately 30 mins, all on paved paths and with no steps.

For more information about our Mid Sussex Healthy Walks and to register for the scheme before your first walk (you only need to do this once), please go to: www.midsussex.gov.uk/healthywalks or email rangers.midsussex@glendale-services.co.uk

Join one of our expert volunteer Tree Guides for a 90-minute tour showcasing the magnificence of the trees at Nymans throughout the seasons.

Booking essential. Call 0344 249 1895. Normal admission charges apply for the venue.

All tours start at 10:30

Guided Tree Tour – Spring, £10
Wednesday 18 March, Thursday 2 & Friday 17 April, Monday 4 & Tuesday 19 May.
Highlights will include Magnolias, Cornus kousas and Paulownia tomentosa.

Guided Tree Tour – Summer, £10
Wednesday 3 & Thursday 18 June, Friday 3 & Monday 20 July, Tuesday 4 & Wednesday 19 August.
Highlights will include the Persian Silk tree, Catalpas and the Dawn Redwood.

Guided Tree Tour – Autumn, £10
Thursday 17 September, Friday 2 & Mon 19 October, Tuesday 3 & Wednesday 18 November.
Highlights will include the Arboretum, Handkerchief trees and the delightful fragrance of the Katsura trees.

You'll see many of our Champion Trees and learn about the influence that the Messel family had on the gardens, whilst having the opportunity to ask our experts your questions.

Please check in at Visitor Reception on arrival. The tour will start outside at the Hub.

Please wear suitable footwear as the tour may leave the paths. The tour takes place outdoors so please wear appropriate clothing for a 90-minute walk. This tour goes up and down steps and slopes.

Dogs are not permitted, apart from assistance dogs.

Please see the website for our full access statement.
For more information call 01444 405250, email nymans@nationaltrust.org.uk or go online at  www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

Still looking for that gift for someone who has everything? Make sure to pop along to our final event of 2026 to find a hall filled with unique, handcrafted makes from over 20 stallholders. With everything from scarves to soaps and so much more. Enjoy a cuppa and some homemade cake whilst supporting local charities and finish your gift shopping.

Please join us for Remembrance Sunday on Sunday 8th November at the War Memorial, Muster Green. Come together with councillors, veterans, community organisations and residents to honour those who gave their lives in service to our country. The service begins shortly before 11am, leading into the Two Minutes’ Silence. Please arrive in good time. The parade will march to Boltro Road, with the salute taken at the Town Hall. For those unable to make it, the service will also be live streamed on the Haywards Heath Town Council’s Facebook page from 10.55am. Let us pause, remember, and give thanks.

Gather your wits and join us for The Yews for a fun-filled Charity Quiz Night!

Put your general knowledge to the test, enjoy a great evening with friends and help support your local community centre at the same time.

Our last Quiz Night helped fund our new WCs — now we’re raising money to upgrade the flooring at The Yews, making our community centre smarter, safer and more welcoming for everyone.

Whether you’re a quiz whizz or just coming along for the laughs, everyone is welcome.

Choose your team or join one on the night, bring some drinks and nibbles, and come and enjoy a fun community night out. There's always a plot twist from our mischievous Quiz Masters.

Raffle? Of course there'll be a raffle :-)

Email yews@yewscentre.org.uk to reserve your place

Join one of our expert volunteer Tree Guides for a 90-minute tour showcasing the magnificence of the trees at Nymans throughout the seasons.

Booking essential. Call 0344 249 1895. Normal admission charges apply for the venue.

All tours start at 10:30

Guided Tree Tour – Spring, £10
Wednesday 18 March, Thursday 2 & Friday 17 April, Monday 4 & Tuesday 19 May.
Highlights will include Magnolias, Cornus kousas and Paulownia tomentosa.

Guided Tree Tour – Summer, £10
Wednesday 3 & Thursday 18 June, Friday 3 & Monday 20 July, Tuesday 4 & Wednesday 19 August.
Highlights will include the Persian Silk tree, Catalpas and the Dawn Redwood.

Guided Tree Tour – Autumn, £10
Thursday 17 September, Friday 2 & Mon 19 October, Tuesday 3 & Wednesday 18 November.
Highlights will include the Arboretum, Handkerchief trees and the delightful fragrance of the Katsura trees.

You'll see many of our Champion Trees and learn about the influence that the Messel family had on the gardens, whilst having the opportunity to ask our experts your questions.

Please check in at Visitor Reception on arrival. The tour will start outside at the Hub.

Please wear suitable footwear as the tour may leave the paths. The tour takes place outdoors so please wear appropriate clothing for a 90-minute walk. This tour goes up and down steps and slopes.

Dogs are not permitted, apart from assistance dogs.

Please see the website for our full access statement.
For more information call 01444 405250, email nymans@nationaltrust.org.uk or go online at  www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

Kick off the festive season at the Haywards Heath Christmas Festival on Saturday 28th November, 12pm–5pm, alongside the magical Christmas Light Switch-On! Enjoy a Christmas Market across town centre locations, live entertainment, and a joyful festive atmosphere while supporting local shops. Cast your vote for the Best Dressed Christmas Window and follow the fun Christmas Trail around the town centre. Bring friends and family for an afternoon of cheer, shopping, and seasonal sparkle. It’s the perfect way to welcome Christmas in Haywards Heath - don’t miss the magic!