All events are held at the King Edward Hall, Lindfield.
Everyone is welcome. Admission is free to members and non-members, but a small donation
at the door for the illustrated TALKS would be welcome, to offset costs.
Tuesday 10th February 2026 at 2:30 pm
“Wilding at the Knepp: The Story So Far” by lead ecologist Matt Phelps. Once intensively farmed, the Knepp Estate is now devoted to a pioneering rewilding project. Matt is an avid birder, all-round naturalist, lead ecologist and science communicator.
Tuesday 10th March 2026 at 2.30 pm
“Wildlife of the Sussex Coastline” by Ian Rumley-Dawson. Ian is returning to describe some of the most picturesque areas to view animals, plants and natural coastal scenery in Sussex.
Wednesday April 15th 2026 at 6pm
Lindfield Society Annual General Meeting. The AGM includes the presentation of the Lindfield Society Design and Preservation Awards followed by a wine and soft drink reception. Andy Bliss will present a short talk on “Medieval and WW2 archaeological developments near Lindfield”.
Saturday 30th May Midday to 17:00
Find us at Lindfield Village Day on the Common – come and say hello!
Wednesday 9th September 2:30pm
“Secret Sussex Resistance” – by talk by Stewart Angell. A founding member of the Sussex Military History Society, Stewart sheds light on the little known “Auxiliary Units” from WW2. Formed in 1940, these units were envisaged to be the British Resistance, countering a potential German invasion by employing guerilla warfare tactics in their localised areas.
Tuesday 7th October at 2:30pm
“Brighton Before the Pavilion” by Geoffrey Mead. Today, Brighton is thought of as a thriving seaside resort originally brought to life with the construction of the Royal Pavilion, its centrepiece. Dr Mead takes us back to Brighton before the Royal Family stamped this modern image of leisure pursuits on our southern neighbour.
Tuesday 10th November at 2:30pm
“The Policeman’s Lot” – by Neil Sadler. Neil spent 30 years as a police officer, beginning “on the beat” in Bognor Regis in the 1970s. This talk will include changes in police equipment and why pepper spray is not your friend.
