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
July 7th (Tuesday at 19:30) The Crop Circle Mystery by Andy Thomas
The Crop Circle Mystery: With a stunning slideshow, Andy Thomas explores the extraordinary and controversial phenomenon of crop circles, looking at their fascinating history and discussing possible theories which might explain them.
Andy Thomas is a leading unexplained mysteries researcher and author of many books on crop circles, cover-ups and the paranormal, including the acclaimed ‘The New Heretics’, ‘Conspiracies’ and ‘The Truth Agenda’. Andy widely writes and lectures and has made numerous radio and TV appearances.
August 4th (Tuesday at 19:30) “That Can’t Be Natural” by Bill Avenell
Bill Avenell is a retired Geography Teacher/Deputy Head at Christ’s Hospital School, Horsham, spanning 36 years and has a particular passion for Topography.
In this talk, he takes a look at some iconic landscapes and features and examines them for their geographic origins, as well as human interventions, to determine whether although appearing to be “naturally” formed, they may have actually experienced “other” influences (… OR vice-versa?)
September 1st (Tuesday at 19:30) Amberley Museum by One of the curators
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
27th June—Music Night with Feelin Lucky, playing a selection from the 50’s to 90’s. Come along and enjoy the music from this popular local band.
Reserve Seats (£10 pp) by contacting the Museum: 01903 741088 Email storringtonmuseum@hotmail.com
Venue for the event—Storrington and Sullington Parish Hall, Thakeham Road, RH20 3PP
Saturday 24th October—Quiz Night – Book your place by calling 01903 746569 £10 pp tables of 6. Light supper provided and cash bar.
Saturday 31st October – Local History Day
Come research and explore family tree, share your stories of how your ancestors were affected and involved as part of our centenary project celebrating the lives of people in the Great War.
We are gathering a wide range of stories about people who lived at the time, with a view to creating a digital archive at the Storrington Museum.
10:00 – 4pm light refreshments available
Weekend 21st —22ndNovember – Art Exhibition