Sussex Wildlife Trust run courses and events for all ages. Whether you want to discover more about the wildlife of Sussex, spend time exploring one of our spectacular nature reserves or learn a new skill, there is something for you. 

You can view all our events, month by month, by visiting our What's on page or follow us on Eventbrite to be the first to hear about new events as they go online. 

Did you know that we run free walks for our Sussex Wildlife Trust members with special lower rates on most events and courses?

We have recently updated our terms and conditions. Please read them in full before booking.

We have now moved our ticketing over to Eventbrite. If you already have a user account with us, you will still need this for booking onto some events this year and for purchasing items from the online shop. 

To find out more, click here.

Categories
Adult Learning (1) Arts and Craft (2) Birds (1) Forest School Training (1) Health & Wellbeing (2) Invertebrates (1) Marine (1) Members only (1) Nature Tots (2) Walks (2) Wild Beach Training (1) Wildlife Rangers (12-16 Years) (1) Youth Action (1)
Locations
Rye Harbour (11) Tilgate Park, Crawley (1) Woods Mill (1)

Monday, 24th August 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Microscope and Mark Making Monday - Rye Harbour 10 - 12pm (24.08.26)

A free family drop-in, no need to book

Join us in the Education Room at Rye Harbour...

Tuesday, 25th August 2026, 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Seasearch Surveys 25th August 2026 (2103 + 37040)

Join us for a day of Seasearch dive surveys out of Brighton Marina

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Tuesday, 25th August 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wildlife Watch: Wild about Birds at Rye Harbour (420337035)

Out on the Nature Reserve we'll introduce young learners to the amazing adaptations of birds on the...

Fully booked

Tuesday, 25th August 2026, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Coastal Day: Summer Taster for 16 - 19 yr olds, Rottingdean Beach

Come and join us for a day of rock pooling, exploring coastal ecology, getting creative, relaxing...

Tuesday, 25th August 2026, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Bat Walk at Dusk on Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (420337035)

Join us the sun begins to set, on a guided walk to look for bats with our expert, as these ...

Thursday, 27th August 2026, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Coastal Day: Summer Taster for 16 - 19 yr olds, Cooden Beach

Come and join us for a day of rockpooling, exploring coastal ecology, getting creative, relaxing...

Friday, 28th August 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Wildlife Rangers for 12-16yr olds at Tilgate Park, 28th Aug26 (110237035)

Become a Wildlife Ranger and join other teenagers taking action to protect and learn about local...

Fully booked

Monday, 31st August 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

CANCELLED: Microscope and Mark Making Monday – Rye Harbour 10-12pm (31/08/26)

**Please note this event has been cancelled**

A free family drop-in, no need to...

Tuesday, 1st September 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Volunteer Taster Session - Chennelsbrook Castle, Horsham

New to volunteering? Give it a try - come and join us for a taster session clearing heathlands of...

Fully booked

Tuesday, 8th September 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Members Event: Discover the Damselflies and Dragonflies of West Rise Marsh

Join Members of Sussex Dragonfly Group for a guided walk around West Rise Marsh in search of...

Fully booked

Wednesday, 9th September 2026, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Corporate Wild Work Day: Roots & Ripples: Woodland & Beach Digital Detox

Unplug and unwind with a full-day journey through two of nature’s most restorative landscapes –...

Thursday, 10th September 2026, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Discover the Native Reptiles of Sussex - Nr Midhurst(100337035)

From Slow Worms to Adders, spend the day exploring our rare Sussex Heathlands and learn about...

Thursday, 10th September 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Depicting Landscape in Art – Early Autumn Colour, Henfield (100337035)

Explore how artists capture the changing landscape of early autumn, from subtle shifts in colour...

Thursday, 10th September 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Nature Tots 3-5 Yr Olds and Accompanying Adults, Tilgate Park (110237035)

Thursdays - Tilgate Park, Crawley Block of four dates: 10th & 17th , 24th September & 1st October...

Thursday, 10th September 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Puzzle Tree Academy - NeuroWalk & Talk (10.09.26)

A warm monthly community space for adults with neurodiversity and for parents of neurodiverse...

Friday, 11th September 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Corporate Wild Work Day: Conservation Day at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

Escape from the office for an abundance of fresh air in a hands on experience of maintaining and...

Friday, 11th September 2026, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Members only Walk: Iping Common Nature Reserve

Discover the wildlife highlights in late summer during this gentle guided walk led by volunteer...

Fully booked

Saturday, 12th September 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Members only Event: Discover Woods Mill Nature Reserve, Henfield

Join Sussex Wildlife Trust Volunteer, Norman Ray, for a guided walk around the varied habitats of...

Fully booked

Friday, 18th September 2026, 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Seasearch Surveys 18th September 2026 (2103 + 37040)

Join us for a day of Seasearch dive surveys out of Brighton Marina

Friday, 18th September 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Nature Tots Rye Harbour (420337035)

Nature Tots is an outdoor learning session which provides a wonderful opportunity for your little...

Fully booked

Saturday, 19th September 2026, 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Sea Fest 2026! Youth Marine Festival

Join us for a day of all things marine! Sea Fest is a chance for you to explore, learn and discover...

Saturday, 19th September 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Wildlife Watch 5-11yrs, and accompanying adult, Tilgate Park (110237035)

Block of four monthly Saturdays: 19th September, 17th October, 21st November, 19th December 2026

Saturday, 19th September 2026, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Introduction to Wood Whittling, Woods Mill (100337035)

Learn how to Whittle a letter knife and spoon from green, sustainably sourced wood during this...

Monday, 21st September 2026, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wild Beach Training: Holywell Beach, Eastbourne (1002A37045)

Discover how the beach can be a powerful setting for learning, nature connection and wellbeing.

Fully booked
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