James Russell, who is no stranger to our Festival, is delighted to be presenting his lecture on the remarkable artist Tirzah Garwood who was born in Kent in 1908 and attended the Eastbourne School of Art 1925-1928 where she met Eric Ravilious.
A celebration of Battle and its surroundings in music and words
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Now renowned for his work on the designed interior and his role in helping to found the Arts & Crafts Movement, in his lifetime William Morris was as well known for other talents – from poetry to publishing, heritage protection to social reform.
Cocktails with Joyce Grenfell is a sparkling musical entertainment written and performed by Nicola Keen and Malcom McKee.
Discovering "Blue Zones," Dan Buettner found secrets to longevity. Dena Smith Ellis shares "Power 9" principles for longer, happier lives.
Alan Judd, battle HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Release your inner Donna and the Dynamos (or Sky, Bill, Harry or Sam!)
Don't miss the Hastings Philharmonic Orchestra's wind quintet performing operatic favorites and sea shanties. Coffee included!
This high-profile event will take place in The Memorial Hall and will feature five fascinating and very different bands featuring some of the UK’s finest musicians.
Free History Walks with Stephen Howard Gray
A firm favourite with audiences in the South East, pianist Thomas Kelly, prize winner at HIPCC and Leeds, amongst others, makes a welcome return to Battle Festival.
Go on a journey of discovery to find out how the choices you make every day can make a difference in the battle against climate change.
Lifelong friends, Jack and Stephen, share experiences of their work, process and vision in an illuminating evening of conversation.
Do you want your dialogue to sparkle and your characters to come to life?
Film screening - Hosted by Gary Dunk
Join Below Zero, a Laurel & Hardy appreciation society, for a screening of "Way out West" & "Busy Bodies" with popcorn and a licensed bar.
Below Zero Tent
Enjoy an evening of fun and laughter with two greats from the golden age of Hollywood, and a nostalgic trip on the trail of the lonesome pine!
“FARCE-FUELLED FUN!” The Guardian
Presented by The Grove Theatre, Eastbourne
Experience the magic of "Wolf Hall" brought to life with original music by Debbie Wiseman, performed live by The Locrian Ensemble.
Please join us as we take this opportunity to say thank you to all who have joined in the fun...and for introducing so many of our favourite books, TV and […]
Experience a dynamic trio of Stanzeleit, Fuller, & Kosyakov presenting classical masterpieces & Spanish flair.