Dust off your cowboy boots and saddle up for family fun as Wild West Week rides into The Orchards Shopping Centre from Tuesday 4th to Saturday 8th August.
For five action-packed days, the centre will be transformed into a Wild West adventure, packed with free activities, live entertainment and opportunities for visitors of all ages to join in the fun.
Whether you’re a budding cowboy, a line-dancing enthusiast or simply looking for something different to do during the summer holidays, there’s something for everyone.
Family fun throughout the week
Visitors can enjoy a varied programme of activities, including: Line dancing lessons, Wild West prize bingo, Live country music from Whiskey Over Ice (Friday and Saturday), Rodeo bull rides (Friday and Saturday), Free children’s games and activities, plus lots of food and drink vendors and local market stalls.
Supporting a fantastic local charity
Wild West Week will also help raise awareness and funds for Kangaroos Mid Sussex, a local charity providing vital support and opportunities for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities and complex needs, as well as respite and support for their families. A range of fundraising activities throughout the week will give visitors the chance to support a worthy local cause while enjoying some light-hearted Wild West fun.
Learn to line dance
One of the highlights of the week will be the daily line-dancing sessions led by local favourites Line Dance Fit and Cindy Lou’s Line & Country Dancing. Suitable for all ages and abilities, these friendly sessions are designed to get people moving, laughing and giving something new a try—no experience required. Both organisations have generously donated their time and expertise to support Kangaroos Mid Sussex. A suggested donation of £3 per person will go directly to the charity. Advance booking is required.
Wild West Bingo
Fancy something a little different? Join the Wild West Prize Bingo session at 10.30am on Wednesday morning. For an entry fee of £6 per adult and £3 per child, participants can enjoy six fun-filled rounds with a selection of themed prizes up for grabs.
More than just shopping
Wild West Week forms part of The Orchards Shopping Centre’s ongoing commitment to bringing exciting community events to the heart of Haywards Heath. Centre Events Manager Miranda Virgo said: “We wanted to create something a little different this summer to encourage families to spend time together while supporting our local retailers and our charity of the year. Wild West Week combines entertainment, creativity, music and community spirit, and we can’t wait to welcome visitors for what promises to be a fantastic week.”
So, round up the family and head down to The Orchards this August for a week of Wild West-themed entertainment, community spirit and summer holiday fun.
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