Talks at the Old School for 2026
We provide a programme of monthly talks at the Old School.
(Please note all talks will be held at the Old School, School Lane, Storrington. Starting promptly at 7.30 pm unless otherwise indicated. No pre booking required, pay at the door, everyone welcome.
Entrance £6 for members, £8 for Non Members
Teas and coffees will be available after each event.
If you would like to sponsor any of our events or talks please contact the museum on 01903 740188 or storringtonmuseum@hotmail.com
Talks
We are pleased to announce our Talks for 2026
January 9th (Friday at 14:30) Beside the Seaside by Sheila Willis
Join us for a lively talk which will take us on a nostalgic trip down to the sea and sand, as our Speaker, Sheila Willis, covers the evolution of the iconic British seaside holiday; saucy postcards, penny arcades, beach huts and donkey rides, to name just a few.
With crisp January days, we’re sure the Talk on Summer experiences will give us a warm and enjoyable afternoon.
Sheila Willis grew up by the sea, where her parents owned a seaside café. She later joined the police force but has always retained her love of the seaside.
February 6th (Friday at 14:30) A Year in the Life of a High Sheriff by Dr Tim Fooks
Join us for our February Talk, whereupon you will learn what it means to be a High Sheriff, the role and responsibilities that are performed and the origins of the post.
Tim is serving as High Sheriff for a second time, being the first person to hold the role twice in Sussex since 1551, and the first Medical High Sheriff. He has recently retired as a GP in Pulborough, after practicing for 30years. Tim has held several health leadership roles in West Sussex and recognised for his national work to promote the early detection of sepsis in children.
March 6th (Friday at 14:30) A Walk on the Wild Side by Tony Whitbread
April 7th (Tuesday at 19:30) Zulu (Wars) by Steve Bird
May 5th (Tuesday at 19:30) White Stork Project by Laura Vaughan-Hirsch
June 2nd (Tuesday at 19:30) Amberley Museum by One of the curators
July 7th (Tuesday at 19:30) The Crop Circle Mystery by Andy Thomas
August 4th (Tuesday at 19:30) “That Can’t Be Natural” by Bill Avenell
September 1st (Tuesday at 19:30) The English Civil War came to Sussex by Chris Hare
October 2nd (Friday at 14:30) The Franklin Expedition Mystery by Michael Smith
November 6th (Friday at 14:30) London Curiosities and Oddities by Sally Botwright
December 4th (Friday at 14:30) Religious Curiosities of Horsham by Richard Shenton
2026 EVENTS
Saturday 28th March—Quiz Night – Book your place by calling 01903 746569 £10 pp tables of 6. Light supper provided and cash bar.
March (TBC) Taylor Maid in Concert
Sunday 12th April —A Walk Through Storrington’s History – Meet at the Library Car Park for a 13:30 start, finish at 15:30. £5 pp.
Saturday 24th October—Quiz Night – Book your place by calling 01903 746569 £10 pp tables of 6. Light supper provided and cash bar.
Weekend 21st —22ndNovember – Art Exhibition