Sussex by the Sea keeps visitors entertained
all year round; from racing at Fontwell to an
evening of theatre at the Arundel Festival there is
something for everyone. Here are some highlights:
The world famous Corpus Christi
Come and have your socks rocked
carpet of fl owers at Arundel
off at the annual Rox Music and
Cathedral can be seen from 10 -11
Arts Festival in Bognor Regis
June. A unique celebration of the feast
(15-16 August) where local bands,
of Corpus Christi with a spectacular
singers and DJs come together on the
93ft long carpet of over 3,000 fl owers
seafront to perform for free in front of
in a glorious pattern in the cathedral
thousands of spectators.
nave.
August also sees the annual Arundel
Celebrate the seaside at the Sands
Festival with open air concerts in the
of Time Seaside Festival in
spectacular castle grounds.
Bognor Regis on 18-19 July. Enjoy
classic seaside treats such as donkey
Step back in time and celebrate the
rides, sandcastle competitions and
golden age of British motor racing at
games.
the Goodwood Revival Meeting
(September), in a fabulous whirlwind
From skateboards to vintage cars,
of 1950s glamour.
you’ll fi nd them all at Wheels - a free
Littlehampton seafront event on
The Littlehampton Bonfi re
24-26 July.
Celebrations on 31 October is one
of the largest celebrations in Sussex,
The annual Goodwood Festival of
with a torchlight procession, funfair
Speed (July) is the place for motor
and spectacular seafront fi rework
sport enthusiasts, bringing together
display.
the biggest and most diverse
collection of cars and drivers in the
Fontwell Park Racecourse has
world.
a year round programme of events
suitable for the whole family, including
Kick back in the glorious August
horse racing, bonfi re spectaculars,
Bank Holiday sunshine and enjoy
open air concerts and family
the free Pebbles on the Beach
entertainment events.
music festival and family fun day,
on Littlehampton’s western seafront
green with music from steel drums to
rock and everything in between.
The Sussex by the Sea Diary of Events is published
three times a year and gives details of over 200
events happening each year. Pick up your free
copy from Visitor Information Centres or
check events listings on www.arun.gov.uk/events.
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