Free fresh air things to do this winter
Enjoy the fresh air – it’s not just for summer!
These ideas can be enjoyed by all ages, abilities, skills and in many different locations. From the back garden, local parks and woods, town and village centres – and you never know where they may lead!
Cloud Spotting
No, we’re not talking online cloud storage – check out these great ideas and information from the Met Office.
Be creative with winter photography and painting
The seasons and changing weather can inspire creativeness all year round and we’d love to see your artistic results – share them with us on our social media channels or email to: sussexbythesea@arun.gov.uk.
Geo-Caching
Have fun with this free fun for all the family activity, whatever your age - from your smartphone, using digital, but in the fresh air. All you need to know can be found here.
Stone Sculptures and Rock Pooling
Sandy beaches are all very well, but shingle beaches can be fun too. Search online for images of stone sculpture for inspiration and take a look at what you’re likely to find at low tide in rockpools. Don’t forget to check the local tides before setting out and keep an eye on the time! See Arun District Beaches information and plan your visit well.
FREE ParkRun
Join the local running community, in Hotham Park, Bognor Regis every Saturday (adults) and every Sunday for (children) or choose Littlehampton Parkrun on the Prom each Saturday.
Pack up a home-made picnic
Wrap up warm, keep active and pick from some of our favourite ‘Sussex by the Sea’ picnic spots, there are so many to choose from!
Plan your adventures and check the Arun District Beaches, Leisure Facilities and Play Parks and Skate Parks, Parks and Nature Reserves, plus Swanbourne Lake, Arundel, Slindon (National Trust)and Eartham Woods.
Boldly go and explore the universe
There’s lots of ideas put together on how to appreciate the Dark Night Skies during the winter months with information and events organised by the South Downs National Park.
Organised Events to enjoy at little or no cost
Several organised events are free to participate in or any fees charged are usually very good value. Many events are organised by volunteers so, if you enjoy the event, why not contact the organisers and volunteer YOUR skills and time to help out? See our Things To Do Highlights each month and our Things To Do on a Budget blog and ‘explore to find out more’.
Don’t want to venture out? Organise the family, club or school class or friends to research ‘Things To Do’ on your doorstep. Send your ideas, plans and any pictures you have to sussexbythesea@arun.gov.uk We’d love to see YOUR ideas!
