Upcoming events
Wordsmash: Poetry & Spoken Word
Every second Wednesday of the month Stu Goodwin hosts a night of sharing through poetry & spoken word. Join us to share your words or just come and enjoy others.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
Unlocked: Latin, Tribal & House
Resident DJ Clara De Luna hosts an evening celebrating dance through latin, tribal & house music. Free cacao and diffused essential oils to lift the vibe.
Free entry.
Folk Night
Every third Wednesday is Folk Night. Bring your instrument and join in or just come and enjoy the music.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
Boogie down: Funk, Soul & Boogie
DJ Zoot Moir present a night of funk, soul and boogie!
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
Sausage & Cider Festival
This August bank holiday, we are in search of the best Sausages & Ciders in Sussex!
We will be joined by the best local Sausage & Cider makers and it’s up to you to choose which is the best in Sussex!
How it works:
Purchase your sampling wristband online or at the door.
On arrival, you'll receive your wristband & voting card. Your wristband gives you access to sample every sausage & cider from our competing vendors.
Taste them all, then cast your vote for the best in Sussex!
The winners will be announced at 6pm where they will win ‘the best sausage/ cider in sussex 2026’ cups & a place on the Hop Yard & Yard Kitchen menus!
Good to know:
You don't need a wristband to attend the festival - wristbands are only required for the tasting experience.
Every competing producer will have their own stall, so you can meet the makers, learn more about their products & purchase your favourites.
If you fancy something to eat & drink other than sausage & cider, the hop yard & yard kitchen will also be serving.
Piano Nite
Stu Goodwin hosts an evening around the piano. Any age, any skill level, any style - everyone is welcome to come and play. Or simply come and enjoy the music.
Hop Jam: Jam Session
Every first Thursday of the month is Hop Jam. Local musicians come together and jam on the Hop Yard stage. Everyone is welcome - sign up on the night. Come join in or just come enjoy the music.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
Vibroniks: Drum ‘n Bass
On Saturday 5th September Vibroniks are taking over Hop Yard!
Expect 6 hours of bass heavy vibes in typical Vibroniks style. House, old skool, jungle and DnB.
Get down early for 20% off drinks (6pm - 8pm)
Wordsmash: Poetry & Spoken Word
Every second Wednesday of the month Stu Goodwin hosts a night of sharing through poetry & spoken word. Join us to share your words or just come and enjoy others.
The Hop Yard Pub Quiz
Every second Thursday of the month is The Hop Yard Pub Quiz hosted by our resident brainiac Adam.
Revenant Sound System
Revenant Sound System are returning to Hop Yard with a stack double the size as the last. With another brilliant lineup of talent, get ready to dance away to a night of multi genre madness!
Live at the Yard with Star Print Clad
We are excited to announce we will be joined by Star Print Clad for Septembers Live at the Yard! Leading with an unfiltered energy, Brighton’s Star Print Clad dress their sound in jagged-edged guitars, soaring vocals and layered full band harmonies. Encapsulating the wanting nostalgia of rock’n’roll presence and cutting it with an edge of modernity.
Second Sunday: Acoustic Jam Session
Born from our Hop Jam session - every Second Sunday of the month we come together for an acoustic jam session. Bring your instruments and join in - it’s a super relaxed vibe, everyone is welcome.
Folk Night
Every third Wednesday is Folk Night. Bring your instrument and join in or just come and enjoy the music.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
Unlocked: Latin, Tribal & House
Resident DJ Clara De Luna hosts an evening celebrating dance through latin, tribal & house music. Free cacao and diffused essential oils to lift the vibe.
Free entry.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
Piano Nite
Stu Goodwin hosts an evening around the piano. Any age, any skill level, any style - everyone is welcome to come and play. Or simply come and enjoy the music.
Open Deck: Bring Your Own Vinyl Night
Love vinyl records? Bring down your favourites to hear on our sound system, sell the ones you don’t listen to anymore and find new gems!
Hop Jam: Jam Session
Every first Thursday of the month is Hop Jam. Local musicians come together and jam on the Hop Yard stage. Everyone is welcome - sign up on the night. Come join in or just come enjoy the music.
Forest Row Jazz Club: Autumn Edition
Forest Row Jazz Club is excited to welcome acclaimed pianist, composer and educator Andrea Vicari. Andrea has established herself as one of the UK's leading jazz pianists, with eight critically acclaimed albums, international festival appearances, and collaborations with jazz greats including Eddie Harris, Art Farmer and Claude Deppa. A prolific composer commissioned by the BBC, Arts Council and leading jazz organisations, Andrea brings a wealth of creativity and experience to every performance.
Equally respected as a performer and educator, she is Professor of Jazz at Trinity Laban Conservatoire and founder of the Dordogne International Jazz Summer School. Join us for an evening of outstanding musicianship, inventive improvisation and world-class contemporary jazz from one of Britain's finest jazz artists.
The Hop Yard Pub Quiz
Every second Thursday of the month is The Hop Yard Pub Quiz hosted by our resident brainiac Adam.
DJ Luck & MC Neat Live
Get Busy presents iconic UK Garage duo DJ Luck & MC Neat! Defining a generation of UK dance music fans, the duo rose to success with three consecutive UK Top 10 hits, in the late 90s. More than two decades on, their influence remains undeniable, with their timeless tracks continuing to ignite dancefloors.
Second Sunday: Acoustic Jam Session
Born from our Hop Jam session - every Second Sunday of the month we come together for an acoustic jam session. Bring your instruments and join in - it’s a super relaxed vibe, everyone is welcome.
Wordsmash: Poetry & Spoken Word
Every second Wednesday of the month Stu Goodwin hosts a night of sharing through poetry & spoken word. Join us to share your words or just come and enjoy others.
Unlocked: Latin, Tribal & House
Resident DJ Clara De Luna hosts an evening celebrating dance through latin, tribal & house music. Free cacao and diffused essential oils to lift the vibe.
Free entry.
Folk Night
Every third Wednesday is Folk Night. Bring your instrument and join in or just come and enjoy the music.
Piano Nite
Stu Goodwin hosts an evening around the piano. Any age, any skill level, any style - everyone is welcome to come and play. Or simply come and enjoy the music.
Hop Jam: Jam Session
Every first Thursday of the month is Hop Jam. Local musicians come together and jam on the Hop Yard stage. Everyone is welcome - sign up on the night. Come join in or just come enjoy the music.
Second Sunday: Acoustic Jam Session
Born from our Hop Jam session - every Second Sunday of the month we come together for an acoustic jam session. Bring your instruments and join in - it’s a super relaxed vibe, everyone is welcome.
Wordsmash: Poetry & Spoken Word
Every second Wednesday of the month Stu Goodwin hosts a night of sharing through poetry & spoken word. Join us to share your words or just come and enjoy others.
The Hop Yard Pub Quiz
Every second Thursday of the month is The Hop Yard Pub Quiz hosted by our resident brainiac Adam.
Folk Night
Every third Wednesday is Folk Night. Bring your instrument and join in or just come and enjoy the music.
Open Deck: Bring Your Own Vinyl Night
Love vinyl records? Bring down your favourites to hear on our sound system, sell the ones you don’t listen to anymore and find new gems!
Piano Nite
Stu Goodwin hosts an evening around the piano. Any age, any skill level, any style - everyone is welcome to come and play. Or simply come and enjoy the music.
Second Sunday: Acoustic Jam Session
Born from our Hop Jam session - every Second Sunday of the month we come together for an acoustic jam session. Bring your instruments and join in - it’s a super relaxed vibe, everyone is welcome.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
Hop Jam: Jam Session
Every first Thursday of the month is Hop Jam. Local musicians come together and jam on the Hop Yard stage. Everyone is welcome - sign up on the night. Come join in or just come enjoy the music.
Piano Nite
Stu Goodwin hosts an evening around the piano. Any age, any skill level, any style - everyone is welcome to come and play. Or simply come and enjoy the music.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
This week: House, Garage and Drum ‘n Bass with MR Soundman
Open Deck: Bring Your Own Vinyl Night
Love vinyl records? Bring down your favourites to hear on our sound system, sell the ones you don’t listen to anymore and find new gems!
Unlocked: Latin, Tribal & House
Resident DJ Clara De Luna hosts an evening celebrating dance through latin, tribal & house music. Free cacao and diffused essential oils to lift the vibe.
Free entry.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
This week: Afro house & Nu Disco with DJ Robbie J
Folk Night
Every third Wednesday is Folk Night. Bring your instrument and join in or just come and enjoy the music.
Second Sunday: Acoustic Jam Session
Born from our Hop Jam session - every Second Sunday of the month we come together for an acoustic jam session. Bring your instruments and join in - it’s a super relaxed vibe, everyone is welcome.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
The Hop Yard Pub Quiz
Every second Thursday of the month is The Hop Yard Pub Quiz hosted by our resident brainiac Adam.
Wordsmash: Poetry & Spoken Word
Every second Wednesday of the month Stu Goodwin hosts a night of sharing through poetry & spoken word. Join us to share your words or just come and enjoy others.
Forest Row Jazz Club: Summer Edition
Sarah Homer & friends will be joining us for our summer edition of Forest Row Jazz Club!
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
Hop Jam: Jam Session
Every first Thursday of the month is Hop Jam. Local musicians come together and jam on the Hop Yard stage. Everyone is welcome - sign up on the night. Come join in or just come enjoy the music.
Hop Yard Fridays: DJ Sets Every Friday
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
Glasto-barely: A Weekend of Music & Events
We are buzzing to announce that we will be joined by UK Sound System pioneers Channel One!
Channel One have been delivering rich, heavyweight bass and conscious roots for over four decades.
Plus Brighton based Roh-Selector and Gentleman’s Dub Club frontman Johnny Scratch Lee!
Join professional artist Millie Brown for a fun and relaxed Paint & Sip session.
To book your spot: email The.amelia@outlook.com
Stu Goodwin hosts an evening around the piano. Any age, any skill level, any style - everyone is welcome to come and play. Or simply come and enjoy the music.
Forest Row Festival Weekend at Hop Yard
Every Friday night we hand the decks to different DJ’s with different sounds. House, Jungle, Garage and every dance genre inbetween. Free entry.
This week: Who The F is Alice and Bangers & Ash are back for a night of House, Garage and Drum ‘n Bass!
Spend a Saturday afternoon getting creative, drawing faces and sipping on pints.
Come and join local artist & illustrator Lizzie How for a relaxed & calm afternoon drawing portraits and getting creative!
This session is for everyone, even those that think that they can’t draw! Complete beginners very welcome.
Forest Row’s Got Talent is back at Hop Yard on Saturday 20th June 2026 from 5pm during Forest Row Festival weekend!
If successful in this first stage you will be contacted with more information about competing in our live talent show on 20th June.
Winning prize: 2 x tickets to Good Vibrations Society
Runner up: £100 bar tab for Hop Yard
Celebrating dance through afro and melodic house with Clara De Luna, free cacao and diffused oils to lift the vibe.
Folk Night
Every third Wednesday is Folk Night. Bring your instrument and join in or just come and enjoy the music.
Second Sunday: Acoustic Jam Session
Born from our Hop Jam session - every Second Sunday of the month we come together for an acoustic jam session. Bring your instruments and join in - it’s a super relaxed vibe, everyone is welcome.
Live at the Yard with Fukushima Dolphin
We are excited to announce that Fukushima Dolphin will be joining us for our June Live at the Yard!
Fukushima Dolphin is a high energy duo that blend indie/rock/electronic with psychedelic elements. Their songwriting is wrapped in swirling guitars, driving bass-lines, and powerful drums.
With support from Forest Rows own The Butterfly Wheel.
Collage Club with Seasons Change Workshops
Laura and Jo from Seasons Change Workshops host a friendly collage session. Meet friends, make new ones, chat, collage & have fun.
Our theme will be 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'.
£12 with all collage materials included.