West Sussex Recycles launches first Festive Eco Fair in Worthing

West Sussex County Council are inviting residents to attend the West Sussex Recycles Festive Eco Fair, taking place on Saturday 21 November 2026 from 11am to 3pm at Field Place Manor and Barns, Worthing.

The first of its kind, this event is being delivered by the Waste Prevention Team and is designed to help residents reduce waste, reuse more and recycle right during the festive season.

Visitors will have the opportunity to take part in free festive reuse workshops, browse sustainable gifts from local crafters and makers, and speak with Waste Prevention Advisor Volunteers about practical ways to reduce waste at home.

Workshops on the day include hands-on lessons on how to make a rag wreath out of fabric scraps, and learning to make crackers to decorate a festive table. While the Festive Eco Fair and all the workshops are free, places are limited on the workshops, so it’s recommended to book a place in advance. 

As well as the workshops, there will be drop-in crafting sessions, teaching people how to create wreaths, garlands and baubles using old Christmas cards. There will also be a chance to create a design on a small fabric square that will be sewn into a montage tapestry by Art Mind Soul Worthing after the fair..

Cllr Natasha Davie, the council’s Cabinet Member for Environment and Climate Change, said: "Christmas can be a time when we generate more waste than usual, but small changes can make a big difference. The Festive Eco Fair is a great opportunity for residents to pick up practical ideas, learn new skills and discover creative ways to reduce, reuse and recycle during the festive season.

“We hope people will come along, get involved and be inspired to make their celebrations more sustainable.”

Further information about the event, stallholders and details of how to book on to the workshops, can be found on the council’s website: www.westsussex.gov.uk/ecofair