In Portslade

Don't forget to check out the calendar pages for the Monthly highlights 2024

Halloween activities see our Halloween Special Page 2024 by clicking here

Portslade Old Village history trail. 
1000 miles of history in a one mile walk. On your walk you will learn about lepers, medieval graffiti artists, war time stories and business deals that brought great wealth to the few, and lives as servants for others. Visit www.portsladehistory.co.uk to get your free audio guide.

Easthill Park history trail. 
Discover the secrets of Easthill park. It was once home to a wealthy Victorian family, with servants and gardners.  The scene of a tragic incident during WWII., and a devastating storm in 1987, the park has had an eventful past. Click here for your free audio guide.

Benfield Valley Trust
Benfield Valley Project seeks to preserve and protect our local wildlife and improve the local community’s connection to the green spaces throughout the Benfield Valley. ​ They organise community events and initiatives which ensure that the beauty and ecological value of Benfield Valley is highlighted and safeguarded for generations to come. 
Click here for more details.

Bug conservation
Buglife - Saving the small things that run the planet. Help Buglife save the planet. Find out more about bugs, insects and invertebrates on their website by clicking here 

Boulder Brighton. 
Rock climbing without the hassle of ropes and harnesses, packed with fun, fitness and friends. The indoor centre is ideal for complete beginners to experienced climbers. For kids 7+ to adults click here

Mile Oak Farm.
A family run farm, covering 1200 acres. Come visit the donkey, goats, chickens and ducks. Free admission. Cafe sells sandwiches, full breakfast and drinks. Farm shop sells a range of local projects. Mile Oak Road Portslade BN41 2RF click here

Sussex Self Defence are teaching parents and kids about the dangers of knife crime and what you can do when running isn't an option. They teach awareness, de-escalation, avoidance and disarming. Any idiot can carry a knife, would you know what to do? If the answer is no then the kid's club is every Thursday 5-6pm at Portslade Baptist Church followed by adult's/mixed 6-7pm. A friendly family run club. Drop them off or stay for a free coffee and chat. For Facebook page click here or email for more information to selfdefence@email.com

Benfield Hill local nature reserve summer season 2024. Walks and activities take place on Portslade's border of Benfield Hill Local nature reserve, Hove BN3 8EX unless otherwise indicated and require prior booking which you can do by clicking on the link here form.jotform.com or by going to the Facebook page here 

Thornbush Crescent Christmas Light Display 2025 supporting The Purple Kitchen Food Bank. Donations welcome. Friday 6th December to Friday 2nd January Daily from 5-8pm.