Biggest events in Sussex planned for 2021

The pandemic has seen many events in Sussex cancelled or postponed - but many are still going ahead giving residents the chance to enjoy a taste of normality.
A number of Race for Life events are taking place. Picture by Steve RobardsA number of Race for Life events are taking place. Picture by Steve Robards
A number of Race for Life events are taking place. Picture by Steve Robards

Here are just some of the best events currently planned for 2021.

September

St Wilfrid’s Moonlight Walk Week - September 4-11. Participants can either walk a 5 or 10 mile route of their choice through the week or join the official Moonlight Walk Evening Event on September 11 through Chichester, including the specially lit Bishops Palace Gardens to raise money for St Wilfrid’s Hospice in Bosham. More information at: https://stwh.co.uk/support-us/events/moonlight-walk-week-2021

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Brighton marathon weekend - September 10 to 12. Events include the Brighton Marathon, the BM10k race, Mini Mile Races and BM Ride. Also open throughout the weekend, is the huge Beach Village, which is installed on Brighton beach for supporters, runners and the local community to enjoy. More information at: https://brightonmarathonweekend.co.uk/

Annual Riverside Walk - September 11 in Horsham. The 13-mile circular hike in the countryside round the town starts from New House Farm. Entry is free and open to everyone - and their dogs. This event is not a race or competition but those who finish the whole route will be able to collect a Finisher’s Certificate on their return to New House Farm. Email [email protected] or phone 07906 211030 to register to take part.

Race for Life (Horsham) - September 12 at Horsham Park, North Street, Horsham, RH12 2BP. Tackle either a 3k or 5k course to raise money for Cancer Research UK. More information and how to enter at: https://raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/

Goodwood Revival - September 17-19. Recreating the glamour of motor racing as it used to be, the Motor Circuit comes alive for the Revival, both on and off the historic track. The only historic race meeting to be staged entirely in period dress, the Revival sees a return to the halcyon days of Goodwood as the spiritual home of British motor racing. More information and at tickets at: https://www.goodwood.com/motorsport/goodwood-revival/

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Moonlight and Memories Walk (Hastings)- September 18. Walk a special 10K in memory of your loved ones starting at Hastings Pier and ending at St Michael’s Hospice in St Leonards on Sea. More information and at tickets at: https://www.stmichaelshospice.com/index.php?p=events/moonlight-memories

Southdowns Folk Festival - September 16-19 in Bognor Regis. Free events, fabulous festival markets, dance displays, Big Seaside Sing, musical sessions, free workshops and more will be on offer at this musical spectacular. More information and tickets at: https://southdownsfolkfest.co.uk/

Race for Life (Crawley) - September 18 at Tilgate Park, Titmus Drive, Crawley, RH10 5PQ. Tackle either a 3k, 5k or 10k course or the pretty muddy course to raise money for Cancer Research UK. More information and how to enter at: https://raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/

Race for Life (Worthing) - September 26 at Worthing Seafront, Steyne Gardens, Worthing, BN11 3DW. Tackle either a 3k or 5k course to raise money for Cancer Research UK. More information and how to enter at: https://raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/

October

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Worthing 10k - October 10 along the seafront. Whether you’re a club runner, first timer, raising funds for charity, chasing a PB, running in fancy dress, or just aiming to get round, organisers will be doing everything possible to make sure you have an amazing day. For more information or to enter visit: https://www.worthing10k.co.uk

Race for Life (Hastings) - October 10 at Alexandra Park, Dordrecht Way, Hastings, TN34 2EL. Tackle either a 3k, 5k or 10k course to raise money for Cancer Research UK. More information and how to enter at: https://raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/

Brighton Half Marathon - October 10. Whether for sport or for fun - take part in this epic challenge.
More information or to enter visit: https://www.brightonhalfmarathon.com/

November

London to Brighton Veteran Car Run - Sunday, November 7. Goes through Crawley and Mid Sussex and ends up in Brighton.

More information or to enter visit: https://www.veterancarrun.com/

*Note all events are subject to current government advice and subject to change.