Horsham, West Sussex: your essential guide
Horsham is a historic market town in West Sussex offering much for visitors and locals alike. Whether you're planning a day out, a weekend break or just looking for what's on, Visit Horsham is your guide to where to stay, eating and drinking, things to do, shopping and local services across Horsham Town Centre and the wider Horsham District.
See what's on in Horsham with our events guide, catch up with the latest Horsham news, or browse the map of Horsham to find your way around.
Founded in 2006 as the official Horsham Town Centre Directory and Visitors' Guide, Visit Horsham has since expanded to the towns and villages of Horsham District.
Since its launch, this website and our extensive social media presence have become an essential guide connecting Horsham businesses, residents and visitors. In addition to a comprehensive directory, this site includes Horsham News, Horsham Events and much more besides.
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Tickets on sale for Leonardslee Lights 2026
Leonardslee Lights returns to Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens from 27 November to 30 December 2026 with its longest trail yet, effects by ER Productions, bigger fountains and the return of the merry-go-round.
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Horsham Museum to open its Christmas Shop during the current temporary closure
Horsham Museum & Art Gallery is opening its shop on Wednesdays and Saturdays in December while the Museum is closed for roof repairs, selling Horsham gingerbread, local preserves and handmade ceramics.
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Greek Gyros Spot opens in East Street, Horsham
Greek Gyros Spot, serving authentic Greek gyros, souvlaki and more, has opened at 25 East Street in Horsham town centre.
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Horsham Tandoori crowned Sussex Takeaway of the Year at the "Curry Oscars"
Horsham Tandoori in East Street has been named Sussex Takeaway of the Year at the Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards 2026.
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"Keep the human interactions alive": Horsham defends its coffee shops
When a new coffee shop opens in Horsham, there's a running joke: "Oh good, just what we needed." We've all heard it, and some of us have said it. So we put the question to you directly: does Horsham have too many coffee shops?
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Yankee Candle prepares to open Pop Up Horsham Store
Yankee Candle is preparing to open a new pop-up store inside Swan Walk Shopping Centre in Horsham
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Fireworks
Public firework displays in Horsham
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Half Term Activities
October half term 2026 in Horsham: holiday camps, sports, Amberley Museum trails, LEGO® workshops and fireworks for kids, 24–31 October. How to book.
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Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest in Horsham, October 2026: Bavarian-style nights at Firebird Brewing, The Red Deer and Love you, Bye. Dates, times and how to book.
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Bars and Pubs
Horsham Bars and Pubs - Horsham and it's surrounding area have a great choice of bars and pubs with something for everybody.
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Cafes and Coffee Shops
Horsham's coffee shops are a great place to meet either socially or for business. Others prefer to use them alone to relax and unwind during their daily routine
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Markets
Details of regular and seasonal markets in Horsham, including fresh local produce, international street food, and a dedicated Vegan market.
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Restaurants
Horsham is known for it's wide variety of restaurants. East Street has the highest concentration of restaurants in Horsham - but there are many other great dining establishments in and around Horsham.
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FELIX
FELIX: a stylish independent bistro in Horsham serving shareable modern European dishes with Asian & Middle Eastern influences, plus cocktails and wine.
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Horsham Sports Club
Set in the heart of the beautiful West Sussex countryside, Horsham Sports Club has been at this magnificent location since 1851. The clubhouse and picturesque ground overlook Denne Hill yet are only a five minute walk from the town centre.
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The Bok Shop
The Bok Shop: independent free-range fried chicken restaurant in Horsham. Dine-in, takeaway & delivery, with Friday Lates cocktails and live DJs.
Horsham Events:
- Oct 16 - Friday Market - Carfax
- Oct 16 - Beginners Photography Workshop - Leonardslee Gardens
- Oct 16 - Little Notes Sessions - Little Notes at St Marys Barn
- Oct 16 - Knitting Class - The Sussex Yarn Collection
- Oct 16 - Networking Lunch - Horsham Sports Club
- Oct 16 - Stagecoach Sessions - Tanbridge House School
- Oct 16 - Streetfood - Firebird Brewing Co
- Oct 16 - Streetfood - The Coot
- Oct 16 - Streetfood - The Dog and Bacon
- Oct 16 - Streetfood - Brolly Brewing
Horsham Offers:
Recent Updates:
- Christmas Shop Openings - Horsham Museum and Art Gallery New
- Halloween HYROX & WOD - Horsham CrossFit New
- Reindeer Flight School - Elf Adventures New
- Dine With Our Resident DJ - Halloween - The Bok Shop New
- DJ KosmetiQ Halloween - The Bok Shop New
- Toy Sale - The Venue New
- Christmas Day - Bax Castle New
- Advanced Face Event - Beauty Secrets Salon New
- Harvest Festival & Food Donation Drive - Horsham Matters at Aspen Place New
- 20km South Downs Sponsored Walk - Horsham Matters New
Featured Horsham Events:
Horsham News:
- Tickets on sale for Leonardslee Lights 2026
- Horsham Museum to open its Christmas Shop during the current temporary closure
- Greek Gyros Spot opens in East Street, Horsham
- Horsham Tandoori crowned Sussex Takeaway of the Year at the "Curry Oscars"
- "Keep the human interactions alive": Horsham defends its coffee shops
- Yankee Candle prepares to open Pop Up Horsham Store