Scaynes Hill Village

Lindfield Village Day
2026-05-30 12:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Lindfield Common
Celebrating its 48th year in 2026, the event expects to include the following: over 130 stalls on the Common, the RTFJ Stage, featuring four amazing live musical acts, a children’s dog show, a tasty Food & Drink Quarter, now renamed ‘Live Hub’ (also on the Common), soft play area and an arena for events/games during the afternoon. The Firing of the Anvil on the Common at noon will kick off proceedings and the start procession from Hickmans Lane Playing Field down the High Street – featuring hundreds of villagers making their way to the Common. Do come along and join in the fun.
Please note that like last year there will be no parking on the Common, except for disabled Blue Badge holders, who will be able to park on the Lewes Road side. However, this year there will be a free Park and Ride situated at Great Walstead School on East Mascalls Lane (RH16 2QL).

Bernardi Music Group’s 'Swing with Strings' concert
2026-06-12 18:30 - 20:30 (Europe/London) | Chailey Heritage, Dream Centre, BN8 4EF
For one night only, the Bernardi Music Group’s ‘Stradophonics’ come to Chailey Heritage Foundation. Performing worldwide, they bring expertise and energy to St Martin’s Chapel, known for its excellent acoustics. Their Swing with Strings medley blends classical elegance with jazz and swing, featuring music by Cole Porter, Charlie Parker and other greats.
Friday 12 June, 6.30–8.30pm (doors 6pm). Interval with bar and raffle.
Tickets are £25, supporting young people at Chailey to reach their FULL potential. Spaces are limited – book via the Chailey Heritage Foundation website under ‘Events’.
Ticket link: The Bernardi Music Group ‘Stradophonics’ concert | Chailey Heritage Foundation

Chailey Repair Cafe
2026-06-13 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | St Peter’s Church, Chailey
Chailey Repair Café – bring your portable items to be repaired for a donation

Drop Off - Drop In
2026-06-16 08:45 - 10:00 (Europe/London) | St. Augustine’s Church Annexe, RH17 7NY
The school run is absolutely exhausting when you are trying to get everyone out of the house! On Tuesday mornings from this autumn term St. Augustine’s Church are delighted to invite you to drop in for a hot drink, biscuits and a space to regroup and catch up with friends.
Babies and Pre-Schoolers are also very welcome and there will be plenty of playmats, highchairs etc in the dedicated play area for pre-school children.

Woodland Wander in Costells Wood
2026-06-16 09:45 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | Costells Wood
Come and share the joy of Costells Wood in a relaxed and safe setting. Many people know from experience what science is now confirming, that spending time in nature is good for our health and makes us feel better. Scaynes Hill Sustainability Group, St Augustine’s Church and the Lost Woods project are working together to pilot a new way for people to enjoy Costells Wood – Woodland Wanders. These FREE guided monthly small group sessions will enable people to feel welcome and safe to explore the wood whether they’ve been many times before or are visiting for the first time. They’ll help people connect with others, themselves and nature whilst getting the gentle exercise of wandering in the woods. We’ll meet at the gate at the entrance to the wood on the Common at 9.45am. We will enjoy the woodland experience until 11.30am and then gather at St Augustine’s Church Annexe for refreshments for those who would like to.
Booking is essential at: https://ruralsussex.aidecrm.co.uk/surveys/respond/gTxPO1OSh4aLwkDrS6wPFbRMmX7rtBS0uVD8hYc9
There will be further Woodland Wanders on Tuesdays at monthly intervals during the summer/autumn. the currently planned future dates are 16th June, 21st July, 18th August and 15th September.

Anchor Coffee Shop
2026-06-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-23 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | St. Augustine’s Church Annexe, RH17 7NY
Anchor Coffee Shop in the church annexe open every Tuesday morning for freshly brewed coffee, selection of teas or fruit juices and home baking in a friendly atmosphere. It’s a great place to meet up with friends and also very child friendly having plenty to offer babies and toddlers including play mats, highchairs and toys.

WI Knit & Natter morning
2026-06-17 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Millenium Village Centre
WI are holding their monthly Knit & Natter (or Coffee & Chat)
We welcome anyone to come along and join us as a visitor at the Millennium Village Centre either at our main meeting on the second Wednesday of the month at 2pm, or for a Knit and Natter on the third Wednesday at 10:30, or for our Crafting afternoon on the fourth Wednesday at 1:30pm.
Contact Val Fenton (07749 260067) or Mary China (07514 264003) at email scayneshillwi@wsfwi.co.uk.

Community Choir
2026-06-17 18:30 - 19:45, 2026-06-24 18:30 - 19:45 (Europe/London) | St Augustine’s Church
Scaynes Hill Community Choir welcomes new members who love to sing. We are a friendly and informal choir, no previous experience is necessary and all ages from 7+ to 70+ are welcome. Children under 11 should be accompanied by an adult (preferably a singing one!) and men are especially welcome.

Connecting people with nature in a rapidly changing world
2026-06-18 19:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | St. Augustine’s Church Annexe, RH17 7NY
Josephine Lavelle MBE, Director of Marketing and Engagement, Forestry England will give a FREE talk on ‘Connecting people with nature in a rapidly changing world.’ It will be in St. Augustine’s Church Annexe in Church Road (RH17 1NY). Refreshments will be provided and anyone is welcome to come.

LRPC Meeting
2026-06-22 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/London) | Walstead Chapel, Burial Ground, East Mascalls Lane
Lindfield Rural Parish Council (LRPC) is the closest tier of local government to residents of Scaynes Hill, Walstead and part of Lindfield. All members of the public are entitled to attend LRPC meetings and are cordially invited by the Council to do so. Time will be set aside prior to the published agenda to enable any questions from the public about Council business and informal discussion to take place. The rest of the meeting is in public but members of the public cannot speak during this time.
The Agenda can be seen 3 days before the meeting at https://lindfieldrural-pc.gov.uk/category/agendas/

WI Crafts afternoon
2026-06-24 13:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Millenium Village Centre
WI are holding their monthly Crafts afternoon.
We welcome anyone to come along and join us as a visitor at the Millennium Village Centre either at our main meeting on the second Wednesday of the month at 2pm, or for a Knit and Natter on the third Wednesday at 10:30, or for our Crafting afternoon on the fourth Wednesday at 1:30pm.
Contact Val Fenton (07749 260067) or Mary China (07514 264003) at email scayneshillwi@wsfwi.co.uk

Village BBQ
2026-06-27 12:00 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | The Vicarage, Vicarage Lane, Scaynes Hill, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Come along and enjoy delicious meats and salads at this wonderful FREE village event. Great fun for everyone in Scaynes Hill and beyond. Everyone welcome.

Wivelsfield Film Night - Song Sung Blue
2026-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Wivelsfield Village Hall
A biographical musical drama about Mike and Claire Sardina, a Neil Diamond tribute duo. Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, the film follows their journey from Wisconsin State Fair performers to Milwaukee sensations. The film explores love, struggles, and triumphs, set to Neil Diamond’s iconic hits.
Tickets £8 on the website or the village shop. Doors/bar open from 6:30pm

Sustainability Group meeting
2026-07-02 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | St. Augustine’s Church Annexe, RH17 7NY
Sustainability Group meeting. All welcome. Phone 831364
Current topics under discussion:

Footpath drainage problems
Talkd on trees and regenerative farming
Woodland wanders
Community climate resilience
People’s Emergency Briefing

Lindfield Repair Cafe
2026-07-04 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | United Reform Church, Lindfield
Lindfield Repair Cafe is open on the first Saturday in each month.
In the Kids’ Room, as always, there will be a range of crafting activities on offer for younger members to hone their creative skills, which we hope will equip them to become our next generation of repairers.
Children must be always supervised by a responsible adult.
ALL REPAIRS MUST BE CHECKED IN BY 12.3OPM PLEASE
Andi will be parking up nearby with her Fill Good Van again this month, so you can stock up on store cupboard essentials. Bring your empty containers to fill up! Check out her Facebook page: Fill Good and visit her website www.fillgoodstore.co.uk to see what’s available.

WI Meeting
2026-07-08 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Millenium Village Centre
We welcome anyone to come along and join us as a visitor at the Millennium Village Centre either at our main meeting on the second Wednesday of the month at 2pm, or for a Knit and Natter on the third Wednesday at 10:30, or for our Crafting afternoon on the fourth Wednesday at 1:30pm. We encourage you to visit free of charge 3 times before deciding to join us.
Contact Val Fenton (07749 260067) or Mary China (07514 264003) at email scayneshillwi@wsfwi.co.uk.

Summer Activity Morning
2026-08-10 10:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | St Augustine’s Church
FREE Summer Activity Morning with a ‘Fishy’ theme for kids up to Year 6 with their parents or carers. Come and join us for a ‘Fin-tastic’ time! There will be crafts, fun activities, snacks and a picnic box lunch.
Booking essential. To book a place contact jennypwalker@gmail.com or 01444-831696
