Summer has well and truly arrived, so here at Friday-Ad we want to introduce you to some of the best days out you can have across Sussex!
As the summer holidays draw closer, the thought of entertaining the kids for 6 whole weeks can be overwhelming, so you might want to plan in some activities. Or maybe you just want to be a tourist for the day and take some visiting family members on a fun day out!
Whether you are looking for something scenic, historical, to tire the kids out, or a day of fun for the animal lovers, we have something for all the family to enjoy, whilst making some great memories!
Love Fairs
It’s going to be a great summer for antique and vintage lovers, with the Love Fairs calendar offering up some fantastic events;
Friday 8th to Sunday 10th July – Kent County Show: Our Antiques and Vintage Village will be hosting 50 dealers and a great selection of vintage singers and dancers, and all of this inside the incredible Kent County Show – it promises to be an amazing day. Find out more…
Saturday 23rd to Sunday 24th July – The Pantiles, Kent: Set in the historic heart of the affluent Royal Tunbridge Wells in Kent, The Pantiles is a delightful Georgian colonnade that retains much of its original charm and grandeur of its Georgian heyday. The stylish architecture forms the backdrop to a variety of boutique shops, antique shops, cafés and eateries. 50+ of our best dealers will be there selling their amazing items. Find out more…
Sunday 28th August – Brighton Racecourse: Back for our summer Brighton event with our incredibly popular Brighton Racecourse fair. With over 170 indoor stalls, a fantastic Swing singer and incredible coastal views – not to be missed. Find out more…
Sunday 25th September – Lingfield Racecourse: Our late summer Lingfield fair is always a big favourite, incorporating both inside and outside pitches. With over 170+ stalls and the fantastic Swing singer Steve Conway will be there to keep you entertained. Find out more…
Harbour Park
Harbour Park, the children’s beach adventure, is a must for any family planning a day to the seaside!
Splash land on the Log Flume, take a spin on the Whirlpool Waltzer or take to the high seas with our friendly fish Ocean Coaster. Try the family favourites such as the Dodgems and Adventure Mini Golf. Rides for younger guests include the Trampolines, Bumper Boats, and Mini Car Circuit.
Inside offers an underwater themed soft play with giant slide and interactive gaming screen, Toddler Town role play area, and prize ticket arcade games. The Galley Restaurant serves freshly battered fish and chips, whilst the Harbour Kitchen provides a selection of lite bites, snacks, and children’s lunch boxes. Fancy an ice cream? Visit Kelly’s Ice Cream Parlour which serves a wide variety of flavours from classic Cornish Vanilla to Bubble Gum. Check out all the places to eat here!
Seasonal opening – check our website for up-to-date information and to book tickets here!
Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare
Raystede is a working rescue centre, caring for more than 400 animals every day, including dogs, cats, horses, donkeys, rabbits, goats, alpacas, hens and exotic birds.
Many of the animals are looking for forever homes and for those who cannot be rehomed, Raystede provides sanctuary.
Visitors are welcome to share the tranquil surroundings that many rescue animals call home – walk around the beautiful 43 acre site and get a glimpse into the charity’s work. Café, shops, dog-friendly, parking, open every day from 10am to 4pm. Free entry – ticket booking is essential. Plan your visit here!
To find out about adopting an animal or to book a ticket click here! Or you can call 01825 840252. It costs around £2 million a year to care for all the animals. Raystede receives no government funding so relies entirely on the support of the local community.
Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare, The Broyle, Ringmer, East Sussex, BN8 5AJ. Registered charity no: 237696.
Lewes Castle
Love tales of Knights & Dragons and medieval Lords & Ladies? Lewes Castle & Museum is the perfect spot for all the family this summer.
This Norman fortress was built by supporters of William the Conqueror just after the Battle of Hastings and has stood in the heart of the county town of East Sussex ever since.
Climb to the top of this 1,000-year-old Keep for stunning panoramic views of the town, Downs and English Channel, as well as the beautiful gardens. You can even bring a picnic and enjoy it in the grounds before taking part in some of the traditional games that are provided free of charge.
Every Monday and Thursday during the summer holidays, there will be a range of family-friendly activities provided as part of general admission into the site.
The adjoining museum has a delightful model of the town and a short film, while there are plenty of artefacts from prehistoric to medieval Sussex.
Adult admission is £9 while family tickets start from £16.
For further details or book your tickets click here!
Bensons Funfair
The name Benson’s is synonymous with high-quality funfairs. As one of the most long-standing names in the showmen’s industry going back generations, Benson’s Funfairs has been running funfairs for long before most other showmen.
Famous for fabulous, brightly painted lorries and leading professionalism, Benson’s Funfairs manage to stay on track, even in the most extreme of weather conditions, working tirelessly to put an event together and to ensure every site visited is left in at least as good a condition, if not better, than which it was found.
Constantly re-investing in new rides and equipment, Benson’s Funfairs have a reputation for putting customer and visitor safety first. All events are comprehensively insured (Ten million pounds public liability insurance). All rides are fully inspected by ADIPS and operated by experienced, trained staff. Registered and qualified first aiders are always on-site.
Having been brought up with a strong sense of standards and ethics, instilled by his family’s history of operating Benson’s Funfairs, Mark Benson began Benson’s M&L Pleasure Fairs with his wife Lillian, operating to the same exacting high standards and continuing the Benson’s heritage in the name of Benson’s M&L Pleasure Fairs.
Click here to see our upcoming events or details on how to hire.
