WORTHING AND SURROUNDING TOWNS STAY AND PLAY SESSIONS P11 MAGAZINE & WEBSITE THE GO-TO GUIDE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD WHERE TO GO THIS SUMMER P12 GOING ON YOUR HOLIDAYS? P3 raring2go.co.uk SUMMER 2026
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3 Raring2go! 8th November 2025 - 22nd February 2026 Copyright © 2025 Mojo Publishing Limited. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical or electronic, including photocopying and recording, or by any information storage & retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher. Requests for permission or further information should be addressed to the publishers. All information in this magazine is published in good faith and cannot be reproduced without prior written permission.Whilst the publisher makes every effort to ensure that the businesses which are featured in this magazine are of the highest quality, we do not guarantee the services and products from any businesses featured. Printed by Gemini. Website Member E-newsletter emailed monthly with latest offers and events Download vouchers and save £££’s Access all our online competitions with great prizes to be won Become a www.raring2go.co.uk/worthing A BIG welcome to Summer! As the weather improves and the school holidays are getting closer, this summer edition will provide much needed information to help your family get out and about. Make sure you have your family planner close by, especially for the holidays and your children can get involved as well, highlighting where they want to go. Raring2go! Worthing is all about the community and showcasing the amazing businesses that are on our doorstep and further afield, so you and your family don’t miss out. Please do mention Raring2go! Worthingon your travels and don’t forget to keep an eye on the website raring2go.co.uk/area/worthing for more events and what’s on locally. I hope you all have an amazing summer and the children (and you!) have a well earnt rest! @R2GOworthing facebook.com/Raring2goWorthing Tel: 07969 765680 Email: worthing@raring2go.co.uk Kiri
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Raring2go! 12 raring2go.co.uk Please ensure you check dates and times with venues before venturing out to avoid disappointment as some details may have changed since this edition went to print. JUNE 19-21 Worthing Festival Homefield ParkWorthing Festival for three days of live music, art, creativity and community. 2-10pm Building on an incredible 2025, this year’s festival is bigger and more ambitious — with over 50 performers and artist groups spanning local, national and international talent. 20-21 Chichester Cheese and Chilli Festival Oaklands Park Join us for a weekend packed with flavour and fun! Enjoy artisan cheeses, fiery chilli products, street food, craft bars, live music, kids entertainment, and our legendary chilli-eating competitions. 10-5pm Under 16’s free and dogs welcome. 27 The Lancing Village Summer Fayre and Trail Lancing Parish Hall Get ready for the ultimate summer celebration with a samba band, market stalls, children's activities! 10-1pm Complete the village trail to claim your £1 ice cream voucher 27 Sompting Summer Fayre Harriet Johnson Centre WorthingSompting Parish Council are putting on our Village Summer Fayre between 2pm and 7pm.There will be live music, barbeque and refreshments, stalls, free inflatables and face painting for children. 28 RNLI Shoreham Lifeboat Station Open Day Tour the station, step on board our all weather and inshore lifeboats, watch them launch, meet the crew and our station volunteers and lots more. 10-4pm Admission free and any proceeds go towards our work to save lives at sea 28 Summer Fiesta English Martyrs Primary School Come & Celebrate Summer! £10 unlimited inflatables/ride wristband. BBQ, Beer, Games, Music, Ice Cream, Pick n Mix and the much loved...Bungee Trampolines! Free general admission. 10-3pm The unlimited wristbands can be purchased in advance via friends@englishmartyrs.school or on the gate JULY 5 Family Fun Day Broadwater GreenOur biggest fundraiser of the year.There will be lots more stalls and activities for all the family than ever before, so please do come along and support us.We will also be having the ever-popular fun dog show, so spruce up your pooch and bring him/her along to show off in the main ring. 12-4pm 11 Summer Pop Party Live Ropetackle Arts Centre Shoreham by SeaSummer Pop Party Live brings the stage to life with an interactive, musicpacked concert, bursting with great live music and non-stop sunshine vibes. Book online or call 01273 464440 11 Rustington Charity Street Fayre The Street RustingtonCome and visit local charities and nonprofit groups and their stalls along Churchill Parade. 10-3pm 12 Sea2Shore Worthing Seaford Festival Windsor Lawns If you enjoy fresh seafood, great food and a day by the sea, this one’s for you.Expect delicious food and drink from fantastic vendors.11.30-7pm 18 Worthing Fire Station Open Day and Broadwater Carnival Broadwater’s Big Day Out! A great FREE day out with shows and activities for everyone!This event will be raising money for selected local charities and The Fire Fighters Charity. 10-4pm Visit our website: www.broadwatercarnival.co.uk AUGUST 5 Kids Workshop First Weavers Worthing Museum Perfect for children aged 5–7, this is an ideal first step into the world of craft and making. All materials are provided. 11-12.30pm Book online or call 01903 206206 5 Worthing Play Day Broadwater Green Worthing's annual National playday event with activities, entertainers and stalls. A great fun day for the family. 10-3pm 6 Sandcastle Competition Littlehampton East BeachBring your buckets and spades to compete for victory in the annual sandcastle competition! WHAT’S ON THIS SUMMER ...
13 Raring2go! Entry for the competition will be free and there are prizes up for grabs in three age categories: 5 and under, over 5’s and 10+. Registration at 8:45am with judging at the end of the competition. 13 Kids Workshop Colour Crazy Worthing Museum The workshop offers a relaxed and playful environment, perfect for young children to experiment with shapes and textures. All materials are provided, and each child will take home their own finished creation. Ages 5-7 11-12.30pm Book online or call 01903 206206 15 Screen On The Green Banjo Road Littlehampton Bring a blanket, pick your spot as we bring you a fantastic film on our giant 40ft inflatable screen! The film will begin at 8.30pm, once the sun has set.This is a free, non-ticketed event. Food and drink will be available to purchase from 7pm from onsite caterers 15-16 Littlehampton Water Festival On the water, you can watch displays of skill and racing, including dinghy sailing, Jet Skis, Flyboards, E-Foils, and the RNLI lifeboats. Musical entertainment is provided throughout the weekend 11-5pm 16 RNLI Littlehampton Lifeboat Station Open DaySee our lifeboats and tractors up close. Meet our crew. Enjoy a BBQ. Hop on our bouncy castle. Treat yourself at our ice cream van.There will also be face painting, kid’s activities and a craft stall. 11-4pm 16 Fireman Sam Live The Lost Pirate Treasure Pavilion TheatreWith clues, pirate songs and plenty of swashbuckling adventure, Fireman Sam's new live show is perfect for all budding pirates! Live Show Ahoy! Book online or call 01903 206206 19 Kids Workshop Little Booklet Making Worthing MuseumA fun and creative Little Booklet Making workshop for children aged 5–7, inspired by ideas such as the adventures of the Museum Mouse or what happens in the Museum at night. All materials are provided. Book online or call 01903 206206 29 East Preston Food and Drink Festival East Preston Village GreenThis multi-vendor, vibrant food and drink festival is going to be a foodie and tipple-lovers heaven. Pizza to Pimms to puddings to preserves...As well as the stalls, there will children's entertainment throughout. 12-5pm
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