Explore Wealden

03/02/2025

Visit Drusillas Park this February Half Term to make WILD memories, from the 15th - 23rd February

Keep the kids half term happy with a zooper day out at Drusillas Park - voted one of the best days out with kids in Sussex!

🐵Get nose-to-nose with 80 species of animal in our interactive zoo,
🙌go wild in indoor and outdoor playgrounds
👨‍👩‍👦enjoy unlimited access to family-friendly rides
😀be totally immersed in SPARK sensory play experience, and more!

Save yourself 20% on Park entrance when you book in advance online up to midnight the night before!https://ow.ly/OxA050UFf8o

To find out more- https://ow.ly/qoNN50UFf9t

31/01/2025

Gift guide for your special someone this Valentines day to show your love and appreciation, whilst supporting local businesses in Wealden!!

❤️Gift a locally crafted bottle of wine or beer from Wealden's vineyards and breweries
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❤️A night stay in one of Wealden's accommodations
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❤️Book a meal at one of Wealden's restaurants
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❤️Book a trip to a local vineyard for a tour and wine tasting
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❤️Book a spa day at Buxted Park Hotel
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❤️Book The Secret Retreat for a wine & wellness day or a Pilates retreat day
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❤️Book a trip to one of Wealden's golf clubs
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29/01/2025

This event is one to not be missed!!

Gun Brewery & Taproom have a free country music festival on the 1st February. There's loads to enjoy from music from many artists, food trucks, rodeo bull, craft beer, market stalls and much more!

Head to their website to find out more and to grab yourself a ticket so you don't miss out https://www.gunbrewery.co.uk/roadhouse-weekender-2025

28/01/2025

Sharnfold Farm have many fun-filled adventures for all this February Half Term from the 15th to the 23rd of February!

They even have a massive deal on, where kids go FREE😄

This February half term, bring the family for a fun-filled adventure in the great outdoors. Get your wellies and overalls ready because it’s time to embrace the fresh air, muddy boots, and all the joys of farm life. 🌳🐾

Explore everything Sharnfold Farm has to offer:

🦆 Farmyard Friends: Meet our lovable animals and soak in the beauty of the countryside.
🌳 Adventure Playground: Climb, slide, and let the kids burn off some energy.
🎵 Sound Station: Spark creativity with musical fun using upcycled objects.
🚜 Vehicle Valley: Perfect for kids who love wheels! Explore giant vehicles and enjoy a self-build roadway.
And there’s so much more! Learn about all our activities here 👉 https://bit.ly/4fHhqeG

🎟️ Pre-book now: https://bit.ly/4fDUvks

*Free child ticket per paying adult when you pre-book. Offer not available on the gate. Booking fees apply. Under 2s go free.

27/01/2025

💟Valentines Day is coming up!!

Gift your valentines something special this year. Check out Maybugs in Hailsham, where they have a large range of cards, gifts and flowers for your special someone❤️

22/01/2025

🍕🍻Did you know every Friday and Saturday from 12pm-8pm, 360 Degree Brewing Co. + Taproom have their onsite pizza kitchen Flour & Water!

They serve delicious handmade wood-fired Neapolitan pizza made from authentic recipes and the finest ingredients to make sure you never go hungry!

Any Pizza and Any Pint available in their taproom for only £10! This offer is only available this January.

20/01/2025

Looking for a new place to relax, have a coffee, cake or snack for lunch?☕

Then check out our Cafe's and Tea Rooms page on our Explore Wealden website to see all the cafes in your local area, to change it up and to support different businesses in Wealden! https://ow.ly/rG7550UJv4V

17/01/2025

Have no plans for the weekend? Why not explore the activities Wealden has to offer.

Check out our activities page to see all activities available in your local area https://ow.ly/IXpG50UGKta

Activities range from child friendly, family activities and adult activities including golf courses, water sports, outdoor adventure parks, fishing and many more!

15/01/2025

The Clay Studio in Wealden, have three upcoming events on where you can take a course or workshop to learn different skills and techniques when it come to pottery making.

The three courses/workshops currently available to book on are:
- Pottery Wheel Throwing for Improvers
- Pottery: Hakeme Brushwork
- Pottery: Obvara

These events are all currently listed on our events page. To find out more and to book please visit https://ow.ly/nLNF50UGJiq

14/01/2025

Bridge Cottage will be now open to visitors each Friday mornings, 10am-12pm!

The Friday morning opening will let people see inside Bridge Cottage informally. There will be no need to book and no admission fee.

Each visitor will be given a self guide leaflet to explore Bridge Cottage on their own.

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13/01/2025

On the 25th January, Spa Valley Railway - Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent are hosting The Dinosaur Express event!

The dinosaurs, which roamed the earth over 66 million years ago are back, and they’re coming to the Spa Valley Railway this year with the help of Dinosaur Experiences!

You can get up close and interact with a selection of life-like dinosaurs from giant to tiny.

For more information, to book and to find other dates -https://ow.ly/X6OR50UFgSu

10/01/2025

🥂This Janusary on the 25th, join Rathfinny Wine Estate for an evening hosted by Rathfinny Co-owners to celebrate the release of the Rathfinny Blanc de Noirs 2020 and to explore their gastronomic sparkling wines throughout a six-course tasting menu.

Discover their new vintage and indulge in a range of wines selected for their Pinot-Noir led style. Presented on a long table in their beautiful Winery restaurant, this is a truly exclusive experience featuring the finest wines and hospitality at Rathfinny.

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08/01/2025

On the 18th January, Bignose and Beardy are hosting the traditional Wassail!!

Come and join them as they need your help as they ask for blessing for the coming year's crop and chase out evil spirits from the orchard.

You will be enjoying mulled cider, their spirit of cider and vinegar, local food producers and they will have a number of family friendly activities planned before darkness falls and we light the torches...

For further information - https://ow.ly/R3RZ50UBXTI

06/01/2025

🌳🚶‍♂️As Christmas and New Years has come to an end, why not get outside for a walk at one of Wealden's beautiful locations?

Wealden has many amazing places where you can take a long or short walk with outstanding natural beauty to see... this could be Birling Gap, Seven Sisters or even Ashdown Forest!!

Discover all the walks availible in your local area on our Explore Wealden website here- https://ow.ly/2Wmj50UzgfS

03/01/2025

Happy new year everyone! Its officially 2025😀

🛍️January sales are now in full swing! So make sure to shop local at independent stores to support the local businesses in Wealden.

01/01/2025

😀Its officially 2025!!

Make this year, a year to explore more events, attractions, places to eat, accommodations and many more that Wealden has to offer.

Visit our Explore Wealden website to explore all things Wealden https://ow.ly/Zr2t50UxfOB

30/12/2024

🥂Need last minute ideas on how to spend your new years eve?

Why not try out one of Wealden's many restaurants, bars or pubs for the special night. Visit our Explore Wealden website to view are specific pages dedicated to food and drink in Wealden. https://ow.ly/wjYx50UxfVz

29/12/2024

The Conservation Volunteers are delivering weekly sessions along the Cuckoo Trail, completely free for residents to partake in, until 31 March 2025!🚶👣🌳

Every Tuesday there will be a guided health walk and every Wednesday and Thursday there will be hosting a green gym session.

Its a great way to get outside, get active, meet new people, and learn a thing or two about the local area. Each walk will suitable for any ability and adapted to suit the abilities . And don't forget about the biscuits at the end!

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