Free things to do in Seaford

An open painting competition inviting artists to capture the Clergy House and its garden. Available across the competition window during opening hours.

A multi media solo exhibition celebrating natural world inspiration across 25 years of work. The show features digital illustration, screen prints, collages and willow sculpture influenced by dream worlds and mindfulness practices. Open Wednesday to Sunday.

Seaford Town Council Finance and General Purposes Committee meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

A collaborative, card-based workshop that teaches the science of climate change through an interactive puzzle format. Developed in 2015 and experienced by over 2 million people worldwide, it suits all levels of prior climate knowledge. Run by Sharing Skills CIC at the Mercread Youth Centre in Seaford.

A beautiful 5 mile walk over Seaford Head blending downs and fields, with a shortcut option and stunning views. Includes a coffee stop at Cadence Cafe two thirds of the way round, and well behaved dogs are welcome.

Seaford Town Market is held on the second and fourth Saturday of each month, 10am to 3pm, in Church Street. Up to 26 stalls offer a range of local foods and crafts, preserves, beverages, essentials and treats, all made, produced and created by local people.

Seaford Choral Society presents an evening of Songs and Spirituals, including John Rutter's Feel the Spirit and George Shearing's Songs and Sonnets. Conducted by Veronica Fewkes.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

Seaford CC 1st XI host Crowhurst Park CC 1st XI in a Sussex Cricket League Division 4 East fixture at The Salts Recreation Ground.

Seaford CC 4th XI host Ringmer CC 3rd XI in a Saturday league fixture at The Salts. Played on the development pitch at the seafront recreation ground. Spectators welcome.

A screening of the People's Emergency Briefing film, featuring highlights from a national briefing by ten of the UK's leading experts on the climate and nature crisis. The screening is followed by a community discussion to explore the local response and the way forward.

Car boot sale fundraiser organised by Seahaven Scouts. Gates open 7:30am for sellers, public access 8am-1pm.

A day of fresh air, breathtaking coastal views and meaningful connections as the group takes on the iconic trails of the Seven Sisters. Meet at Seaford railway station for an 08:15 start.

A strenuous linear Ramblers walk from Seaford Library to Eastbourne Pier via the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head, with a picnic lunch stop at Birling Gap. One of a series of walks celebrating the opening of the King Charles III England Coast Path. Newcomers can join their first three walks free before Ramblers membership is required, and there are several points where the walk can be cut short for a bus back.

Afternoon bingo session at Seaford Constitutional Club, 2pm to 4pm. All welcome.

Women's softball home fixture at The Salts.

Debut solo exhibition by Sally Smith featuring domestic scenes elevated into studies of colour and form. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm, free admission.

Take part in Butterfly Conservation's nationwide citizen science survey by counting butterflies for 15 minutes in a sunny spot within Seven Sisters Country Park. Pick up a free spotter sheet from the Visitor Centre or use the Big Butterfly Count app. No booking needed, free to join in at any time during the count period.

A photography exhibition exploring the historic phenomenon of Chalk Hill Blue butterflies, once so numerous on the South Downs that they created a blue shimmer across the landscape. Visitors can view the show during the opening weekend of the Big Butterfly Count, then head outside to look for Chalk Hill Blues in the park. Free admission, parking charges apply.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

A free conservation day for 16 to 25 year olds, helping the park's Rangers carry out habitat management work as part of landscape conservation at Seven Sisters. Bring lunch, suitable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing, with travel cost assistance available. Booking via Eventbrite required.

A guided stroll around the village of Alfriston, learning about its history from Saxon times to the present day. Runs on selected dates through the summer.

Launch talk for the Seaford Biodiversity Project with naturalist Michael Blencowe at Seaford Baptist Church.

Local naturalist Michael Blencowe leads a wildlife survey of Martello Fields to discover what wildlife lives in apparently lifeless recreation grounds. Part of the Seaford Biodiversity Project, this is a hands-on outdoor session welcoming all ages.

Part of the Seaford Biodiversity Project launch day. Join James Duncan of the Seaford Natural History Society for a short 2km stroll at Seaford Head Nature Reserve to observe resident birds and potential visiting species. Grassy paths that may be muddy after rain. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Gather near South Hill car park. No dogs permitted.

A launch event for the Seaford Biodiversity Project, celebrating the remarkable wildlife found along Seaford's coastline. Join naturalist James Duncan to discover evidence of sea life below the waves and observe the southerly Kittiwake colony on the cliffs if still present. The 2-hour session is suitable for all ages and under-18s are welcome with a parent or guardian. Doors open at 10:45am.

A practical outdoor session for beginners led by James Duncan using the iRecord app, teaching how to identify and record local wildlife. Participants should download the iRecord app in advance; suitable for under-18s when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Seaford CC 2nd XI host Crowhurst Park CC 2nd XI in a Saturday league fixture at The Salts. Played on the main pitch at the seafront recreation ground. Spectators welcome.

Seaford CC 3rd XI host Little Common Ramblers CC 3rd XI in a Saturday league fixture at The Salts. Played on the development pitch at the seafront recreation ground. Spectators welcome.

Discovering Seaford's Nature is a community event celebrating the town's local wildlife and green spaces, linked with the Renaturing Seaford project. See the Renaturing Seaford website for more details.

Drop-in butterfly themed crafts and activities for families in the Pump Barn to mark the start of the Big Butterfly Count 2026. Free entry with donations to the South Downs Trust welcomed. Not a supervised session, under 18s must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

A car boot and craft fair at Martello Fields organised by Seaford Bonfire Society. Gates open for sellers at 7:30am, public admitted from 8:30am until 1pm. No advance pitch booking required, just turn up on the day.

Friends of Bishopstone Station open the newly restored Platform Waiting Room, a heritage room with a permanent exhibition on the history of the Ouse Estuary, including Tide Mills, the wartime Seaplane Station and Bishopstone Station itself. Entry is free, with refreshments and souvenirs available in the main station building.

Junior home fixture at The Salts.

Full meeting of Seaford Town Council. Members of the public are welcome to attend and observe proceedings.

Discover what lies beneath the ground at Alfriston Clergy House with a hands-on archaeological dig activity over two days.

The regular Seaford Town Market returns to Church Street with stalls selling local produce, crafts and goods. Held on the second and fourth Saturday of each month. A lively town-centre shopping event.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

Evening bingo at Seaford Con Club, part of the club's regular fourth Saturday of the month bingo night. A fun night out, so bring your friends along.

Sussex Cricket League Division 6 East home fixture at The Salts.

Seaford CC 4th XI host Hailsham CC 5th XI in a Saturday league fixture at The Salts. Played on the development pitch at the seafront recreation ground. Spectators welcome.

A sociable 14 mile hike over the Seven Sisters cliffs from Seaford to Eastbourne for lesbian and queer walkers, finishing with drinks near Eastbourne station. The group meets at London Victoria at 08:20 for the 08:54 train, arriving at Seaford station at 10:19 to start the walk.

Car boot and craft fair on Seaford seafront organised by the Seaford Bonfire Society. Sellers arrive from 7:30am, no advance booking required.

Afternoon bingo session at Seaford Constitutional Club, 2pm to 4pm. All welcome.

Fundraising exhibition and online auction of original sketches and artworks donated by over 40 UK artists and makers, including Fatboy Slim and Rob Lowe (Supermundane). Proceeds support SCIP's free Creative Health programmes; open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

Sussex Cricket League Division 4 East home fixture at The Salts.

Sussex Cricket League home fixture at The Salts.

A free 12 to 14 mile return hike from Eastbourne to Cuckmere Haven via the Seven Sisters, covering all seven chalk peaks (Haven Brow, Short Brow, Rough Brow, Brass Point, Flagstaff Point, Baileys Hill and Went Hill Brow) before descending to the Cuckmere Haven estuary. Optional swim at Cuckmere Haven.

Monthly boot, craft and produce fair at Martello Fields organised by Seaford Rotary Club. Sellers' gates open 7:30am, public from 9am. No pitch booking required. Proceeds support local charitable projects.

Two regional textile groups demonstrate a wide range of fibre arts including weaving, spinning, dyeing, tablet weaving, inkle weaving, crochet, embroidery, tapestry weaving, knitting, peg loom, kumihimo and wool preparation. Presented by the East Sussex Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers and the Brighton and Hove Textile Art Group.

Intra-club friendly between Seaford XI and the Chairman's XI at The Salts.

Public meeting of Seaford Town Council. Agendas and papers are published on the council meetings page ahead of the meeting, and members of the public are welcome to attend.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

Regular town market in Church Street with up to 26 stalls, held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month.

An open-air performance of the Sussex Play by the Southdown Players in the grounds of Alfriston Clergy House. The short performance brings local Sussex heritage to life in a historic setting. Normal admission applies.

A live performance of 1990s covers from Dance Vader at The Old Boot Inn. An evening of party music and nostalgia.

Friends of Bishopstone Station open the newly restored Platform Waiting Room to visitors, featuring a permanent exhibition on the history of the Ouse Estuary including Tide Mills, the wartime Seaplane Station and Bishopstone Station itself. Entry is free, with refreshments and souvenirs available in the main station building.

A flock of Sussex-based artists and makers present their latest exhibition at Seven Sisters Country Park, a popular returning event showcasing regional artwork and crafts. Free entry. Open daily 10am to 4:30pm.

Sussex Cricket League Division 6 East home fixture at The Salts.

Sussex Cricket League home fixture at The Salts.

Afternoon bingo session at Seaford Constitutional Club, 2pm to 4pm. All welcome.

A photography workshop at Alfriston Clergy House offering instruction on capturing quality photographs of the house and garden.

Catherine Gellatly and Tony Norman (Flot and Jet) present creative forays into the quirky, colourful and varied world of discarded and found materials. This is their debut solo exhibition, with work already held in private collections in the UK, Italy, France, Germany, Israel and USA. Open every day, 10am to 4pm.

Harpist Fiona Hosford performs her recital Ancient Airs and Ancient Spaces at the Clergy House in Alfriston, a picturesque early 15th century building and the first property acquired by the National Trust in 1896. The programme includes music by Vaughan Williams, early English composers Byrd, Eccles and Croft, and popular pieces from 19th century Spain. Tickets should be bought in advance.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

A free conservation day for 16 to 25 year olds, helping the park's Rangers carry out habitat management work as part of landscape conservation at Seven Sisters. Bring lunch, suitable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing, with travel cost assistance available. Booking via Eventbrite required.

Sussex Cricket League Division 4 East home fixture at The Salts.

Sussex Cricket League home fixture at The Salts.

A 14 mile linear coastal walk from Seaford to Eastbourne on Airshow weekend, organised by Brighton Outdoor Society. Meeting details visible to Meetup group members.

Car boot and craft fair organised by Seaford Bonfire Society. Gates open 7:30am for sellers, public access 8:30am-1pm. No pitch booking required.

An outdoor watercolour painting workshop led by tutor Jackie Hurwood in the garden of Alfriston Clergy House. Participants paint the medieval house and cottage garden in the open air. Booking is required.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

Regular town market in Church Street with up to 26 stalls, held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month.

A one-hour guided stroll around the beautiful village of Alfriston led by a National Trust volunteer, exploring the history of the settlement from Saxon times through the medieval and modern periods. Booking is essential by calling 03442491895.

Sussex Cricket League Division 6 East home fixture at The Salts.

Sussex Cricket League home fixture at The Salts.

Afternoon bingo session at Seaford Constitutional Club, 2pm to 4pm. All welcome.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

Sussex Cricket League Division 4 East home fixture at The Salts.

Sunday friendly home fixture at The Salts.

Friends of Bishopstone Station open the newly restored Platform Waiting Room to visitors, featuring a permanent exhibition on the history of the Ouse Estuary including Tide Mills, the wartime Seaplane Station and Bishopstone Station itself. Entry is free, with refreshments and souvenirs available in the main station building.

A mixed media group exhibition at Crypt Gallery for the duration of the Artwave Festival, featuring local artists working in ceramics, printmaking, glass, and more. Open Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 4pm.

Public meeting of Seaford Town Council. Agendas and papers are published on the council meetings page ahead of the meeting, and members of the public are welcome to attend.

A 9-day orchard experience inviting visitors to wander through the Clergy House orchard and discover fascinating apple myths and folklore from throughout the ages. No booking required and the event runs daily during venue opening hours.

A one-hour volunteer-led village walk tracing Alfriston's history from Saxon settlement through medieval times to the present day. Route is on grass and pavements; booking essential by calling 03442491895.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

Sussex Cricket League Division 6 East home fixture at The Salts.

Sussex Cricket League home fixture at The Salts.

CPRE Sussex celebrates 100 years of protecting the countryside with a family day at the Pump Barn. Drop-in craft workshops run 10am to 3pm (clay creatures, summer lanterns, fabric printing with foraged leaves), guided nature and history walks depart at 10:30, 11:30 and 14:00, and a centenary talk with birthday cake rounds off the day from 3pm to 4pm. Free admission, guided walks £4 (£2 for CPRE members).

Boot, craft and produce fair at Martello Fields organised by Seaford Rotary Club. Gates open at 7:30am, no need to book a pitch.

Sunday friendly home fixture at The Salts.

Afternoon bingo session at Seaford Constitutional Club, 2pm to 4pm. All welcome.

Public meeting of Seaford Town Council. Agendas and papers are published on the council meetings page ahead of the meeting, and members of the public are welcome to attend.

Fortnightly street market with up to 26 stalls selling local foods, crafts, preserves, beverages, and locally made goods. Held every 2nd Saturday of the month.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

A guided 22km coastal hike from Seaford to Eastbourne following the South Downs Way, passing Cuckmere Haven, the Seven Sisters white cliffs, and Beachy Head, with opportunities for sea swimming in summer. Organised by Club Hiking in London, meeting at London Victoria and taking the train to Seaford; hike starts at Seaford Station.

Car boot sale fundraiser organised by Seahaven Scouts. Gates open 7:30am for sellers, public access 8am-1pm.

Public meeting of Seaford Town Council. Agendas and papers are published on the council meetings page ahead of the meeting, and members of the public are welcome to attend.

Free, weekly, timed 5k run along Seaford seafront starting at Splash Point. Everyone welcome to run, jog, walk or volunteer.

Car boot and craft fair at Martello Fields organised by Seaford Bonfire Society. Gates open 7:30am for sellers, public access from 8:30am to 1pm. Refreshments available.

Public meeting of Seaford Town Council. Agendas and papers are published on the council meetings page ahead of the meeting, and members of the public are welcome to attend.

Regular town market in Church Street with up to 26 stalls, held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month.

Free weekly timed 5K run, jog or walk along Seaford seafront, every Saturday at 9:00am. Flat out and back route on the promenade. Register once at parkrun.org.uk and bring your barcode.

Friends of Bishopstone Station open the newly restored Platform Waiting Room to visitors, featuring a permanent exhibition on the history of the Ouse Estuary including Tide Mills, the wartime Seaplane Station and Bishopstone Station itself. Entry is free, with refreshments and souvenirs available in the main station building.

An enchanting guided walk from Alfriston taking in some of the best views of the area, from the bottom to the top of the Downs.

Wildlife-themed oil paintings and drawings by Sara Hill, an artist with over 100 exhibitions across the UK and Berlin, whose work she describes as slow revealers of a hidden world. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm.

Meeting of the Planning and Highways Committee. Members of the public may attend. See the council Meetings page for the agenda.

Free weekly timed 5K run, jog or walk along Seaford seafront, every Saturday at 9:00am. Flat out and back route on the promenade. Register once at parkrun.org.uk and bring your barcode.

Seaford Town Council committee meeting, open to the public. See the council meetings page for the agenda and further information.

Regular town market in Church Street with up to 26 stalls, held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month.

Free weekly timed 5K run, jog or walk along Seaford seafront, every Saturday at 9:00am. Flat out and back route on the promenade. Register once at parkrun.org.uk and bring your barcode.

Free weekly timed 5K run, jog or walk along Seaford seafront, every Saturday at 9:00am. Flat out and back route on the promenade. Register once at parkrun.org.uk and bring your barcode.

Seaford Town Council meeting, open to the public. See the council meetings page for the agenda and further information.

Regular town market in Church Street with up to 26 stalls, held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month.

Free weekly timed 5K run, jog or walk along Seaford seafront, every Saturday at 9:00am. Flat out and back route on the promenade. Register once at parkrun.org.uk and bring your barcode.

Composer P W Morton launches a new album inspired by the Sussex coastline, shown alongside ceramics, glasswork, paintings and pottery, with a reading by Dr Mark Abraham from his children's book. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm.

Seaford Town Council committee meeting, open to the public. See the council meetings page for the agenda and further information.

Free weekly timed 5K run, jog or walk along Seaford seafront, every Saturday at 9:00am. Flat out and back route on the promenade. Register once at parkrun.org.uk and bring your barcode.