Cuckfield Music Festival

Welcome to Cuckfield Life’s Cuckfield Music Festival event page. Here you will find our most recent information for the festival.

Cuckfield Music Festival is a Registered Charity which exists to bring a programme of musical events to Mid Sussex, working with professional, semi-professional and amateur musicians, schools and colleges, to encourage people of all ages to engage with and perform live music.

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Cuckfield Music Festival round-up 2025

By Alison Sinclair, Trustee, Cuckfield Music Festival

What a fantastic week it’s been for music in Cuckfield. Over 500 people joined us at Holy Trinity Church and Whiteman’s Green to enjoy a wonderfully diverse range of performances. From beautiful vocals and piano pieces to lively Latin guitar, pop hits, Baroque classics, and timeless big band tunes—there truly was something for everyone.

This year marked the first festival under our new Musical Director, Mark Travers, who curated the exciting and eclectic programme. Many audience members experienced something completely new—such as music written for the bass clarinet, a captivating four-hands piano performance, and the premiere of two brand-new compositions.

Our very own Cuckfield community was proudly represented by the Singing Allsorts Choir, and we were deeply grateful for the many dedicated volunteers who made the festival possible.

We’re always on the lookout for more helping hands! If you’d like to be part of the next festival, and spread the joy of live music, please don’t hesitate to reach out via our website: https://cuckfieldmusicfest.co.uk

Mid Sussex District Council celebrates Mid Sussex Applause Awards

Celebration for the unsung heroes of Mid Sussex

Unsung heroes were celebrated at the Mid Sussex Applauds Awards 2025 - an annual event that recognises those people who go the extra mile for their community. More than 100 people attended a special ceremony that was organised by Mid Sussex District Council and held at the South of England Showground, Ardingly. Hosted by Cllr Rodney Jackson, Chairman of Mid Sussex District Council, and the High Sheriff of West Sussex, Dr Timothy Fooks, there were 37 individuals, groups or businesses who were recognised for their contribution to the district.

These included nine winners, 10 highly commended and 18 commended nominees. Sponsors of the awards were: Community People, Glendale, Jobs Go Public, Orchards Shopping Centre, Places Leisure, City Science, MUFG and Chroma Vision. For a list of all winners, including those highly commended and commended, visit www.midsussexapplauds.co.uk

To see our showcase of winners and to read the full article, please click the images to enlarge them or pick up your copy of July’s Cuckfield Life.

Heath Rugby Club opens padel courts at Whitemans Green

Padel courts at Whitemans Green

Smash Padel Mid Sussex is now open - a new padel centre for play by all at Whitemans Green. The initiative, driven by HHRFC, follows the opening of the Club’s fabulous new Clubhouse at the end of 2024.

Padel, one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports, is a dynamic, fast-paced game that’s easy to learn and addictive to play. It’s accessible for all ages and abilities, making it the perfect sport for families, fitness enthusiasts and anyone looking to stay active while having fun.

There are three state-of-the-art outdoor padel courts, each equipped with specially designed canopy covers ensuring year-round playability in all weather conditions. The Clubhouse offers amazing spectator facilities to view live sport on multiple big TV screens, socialise with padel friends over delicious food and drinks now available 8am until late seven days a week and watch others playing padel from the balcony and new terrace.

Phil Herbert, Commercial Director at HHRFC said: “The Club independently raised £2.4m over five years to build a Clubhouse that would become a multi-sports and community hub for the Mid Sussex area. Building padel courts was an important part of our strategy to ensure Whitemans Green Sports Club attracts a wider audience and is commercially sustainable for generations to come. We are delighted to partner with Smash Padel in this venture.”

For more information visit www.whitemansgreensports.club