What’s On
Events that surprise, inspire and illuminate.
Hastings Castle aims to programme regular and special events that connect visitors with the spirit of this remarkable and deeply historical place.
Partnering with local organisations, inspiring individuals, and exciting events makers, we will awaken the space with music, dance, theatre, discussions and art. Always reflecting on the history, architecture and natural world that surrounds us in this magical location.
Events
Storybuilding with Su Austin
Come down for an interactive 45 minutes with Su, and we'll create stories together from found objects and audience ideas, complete with silly voices and sound effects.
12 Jul – 29 Aug
Beyond the Battle: History Tours
Blending history, folklore and modern-day culture Urs will take you on an enlightening walk through Hastings’ past.
18 Jul – 27 Sep
Yoga Mondays with LIOR
New teachers each week from the LIOR studio.
20 Jul – 14 Sep
History on the Edge: Ben Newell
History tours with local history enthusiast and teacher Ben Newell.
28 Jul – 18 Aug
Castle School
Our in-house forest school lead, Urs, brings weekly play, art, history & nature sessions to the castle this summer.
30 Jul – 27 Aug
Stories with Ed Boxall
Come down to the Castle for 45 minutes with the wonderful Ed Boxall, and hear stories from around the world!
9–19 Aug
Ambient Skies with Rumen
A Deep Listening Music + Astronomy event.
Ambient music duo Rumen play classical & digital instruments to create soundscapes for stargazing & castle bathing.
15 Aug
Sundowner + Bounce DJs
Our monthly sunset dance festival.
This time with DJs Bounce.
This event sells out so book soon!
22 Aug
Wicker Man film event
The cult folk-horror movie like you’ve never experienced before.
More than a movie screening.
28 Aug
Beyond the Bayeux
Unravel the story of the Bayeux Tapestry with world-class music, theatre and projections
12 Sep