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 (2) Forest School Training (1) Health & Wellbeing (8) Invertebrates (1) Marine (1) Members only (1) Nature Tots (2) Walks (8) Wild Beach Training (1) Wildlife Rangers (12-16 Years) (1) Youth Action (1)
Locations
Rye Harbour (19) Tilgate Park, Crawley (1) Woods Mill (1)

Saturday, 1st August 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Opticron Optics Day - Rye Harbour Discovery Centre (01/08/2026)

Looking to buy wildlife-watching gear? Come and find out what best suits your needs at our

Saturday, 1st August 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wildlife Watch Plants and Prints at Rye Harbour Nature reserve (420337035)

Get out and explore the beautiful Nature Reserve, creating nature prints while finding out about...

Monday, 3rd August 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Microscope and Mark Making Monday - Rye Harbour 10 - 12pm (03.08.26)

Free drop in family event in the classroom, no need to book

Join us in the Education...

Tuesday, 4th August 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Volunteer Taster Session - Gratton's Park, Crawley

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

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Tuesday, 4th August 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Wildlife Rangers for 12-16yr olds, Gatwick (110237035)

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

Tuesday, 4th August 2026, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The Bats of Ebernoe Wildlands (100337035)

Learn about and meet some bats face to face before heading out into the reserve in search of...

Wednesday, 5th August 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wildlife Watch Bees and Butterflies Rye Harbour (420337035)

Learn about the fascinating world of bees and Butterflies at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.

Wednesday, 5th August 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 grassland...

Tuesday, 11th August 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 hay making at...

Friday, 14th August 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Wildlife Watch at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (420337035)

Get out and explore the beautiful Nature Reserve, moths.

Friday, 14th August 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Wildlife Rangers for 12-16yr olds at Tilgate Park, 14th Aug26 (110237035)

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

Saturday, 15th August 2026, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Summer Evening with acoustic duo Dandelion Charm at Rye Harbour (420237500)

Enjoy melodic heartfelt songs in a unique setting from this folk-prog duo known for their rich...

Monday, 17th August 2026, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Forest School Training Level 3: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045)

Discover skills, approaches and knowledge that underpin play based learning in a woodland setting.

Monday, 17th August 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Microscope and Mark Making Monday - Rye Harbour 10 - 12pm (17.08.26)

A free family drop in activity, no need to book.

Wednesday, 19th August 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wildlife Watch Wild Beach Child at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (420337035)

Explore the beach learning about the wildlife on our coastline, how tides work and create some...

Friday, 21st August 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Seasearch Surveys 21st August 2026 (2103 + 37040)

Join us for two Seasearch dive surveys out of Littlehampton Marina

Saturday, 22nd August 2026, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Open the Map, Stanmer Park (100337035)

This fun introductory map reading course will enable you to navigate safely and competently while...

Saturday, 22nd August 2026, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

National Emergency Briefing, Rye Harbour Discovery Centre

Join Sussex Wildlife Trust for a free screening of the National Emergency Briefing followed by...

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

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...

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...

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

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

A free family drop-in, no need to book

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

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