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Have fun with a historic twist this February Half Term

At Fishbourne Roman Palace and Lewes Castle

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Long Man Lecture 2025 - Alexandra Harris

Neighbours Through Time – Local Lives, Infinite Visions, 8th April

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Spring is coming to Michelham Priory House & Gardens

Opening on 1st March, this stunning heritage site is home to 80,000 daffodils

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Discover fascinating talks on Sussex archaeology and heritage

Taking place this spring

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Witness panoramic views of the South Downs

At Lewes Castle

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Bride and groom walking down the wedding aisle with guests throwing colourful confetti in front of them

Spring Wedding Fair at Michelham Priory

Discover the charm of this stunning historic wedding venue and meet Sussex's top wedding suppliers

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Promoting Sussex History and Archaeology since 1846.

Family Days Out - School Trips - Group Visits - Research - Walks and Talks - Wedding Venues

The Sussex Archaeological Society is a registered charity which promotes, protects and provides access to the history and heritage of Sussex.

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Historic days out in Sussex

Explore 2,000 years of heritage at our range of remarkable properties. A great family day out.

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From our visitors

"Incredibly stunning place. You get a medieval feel and can imagine being there as a King. They have done well to keep it like this and would highly recommend"

TheoB via Tripadvisor - Lewes Castle

“A Trip Back in Time. Fascinating history of the Roman Palace. Well explained. Lots to see in the museum and the remains. Incredible detail in the layout of the Palace.”

Sue A via Tripadvisor - Fishbourne Roman Palace

“Go Visit NOW! The gardens are genuinely some of the most beautiful we’ve seen. We are going back soon.”

HorshamLass via Tripadvisor - Michelham Priory

“This was such an interesting place to come to. You could really feel the history of this place.”

Fifi582014 via Tripadvisor - The Priest House and Gardens