2010 events in Hastings & 1066 Country

When it comes to cultural activity, Sussex comes second only to London in the number of annual events happening throughout the year.

The major contributor in East Sussex is Hastings & 1066 Country. Events ranging from culinary, art and heritage, through to musical, sporting and the downright quirky take place throughout the year and are sure to cater for every taste. And even better – many events can be enjoyed for free.

For some of our quirkier events, read on.

2 April: Battle Marbles Match - held on Abbey Green in the shadow of historic Battle Abbey

30 April – 3 May: Jack in the Green Festival of Morris Dancing (with a twist), Hastings

5 – 25 July: Battle Scarecrow Festival – over 40 scarecrows to visit and vote for.

31 July – 8 August: Hastings Old Town Carnival Week, with events such as the Seaboot Race, Pirate Day and the Pram Race.

29 August: Rye Raft Race.

16 October: National Town Criers’ Championship, Hastings

End of October: World Crazy Golf Championships, Hastings

October & November: Hastings, Battle, Rye and Robertsbridge Bonfire Processions and Fireworks – part of this special Sussex Bonfires tradition.