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Welcome to Sussex Past (The Sussex Archaeological Society). Founded in 1846 we are the largest county Society in the UK. In addition to opening historic properties and museums to the public, we are active in the fields of archaeological and historical research in Sussex. Not only that, you can now get MARRIED in a choice of romantic settings at three of our historic properties, with prices to suit the budget of every couple-to-be. Look at the pages for Michelham Priory, Anne of Cleves and Lewes Castle. Make your wedding truly memorable!
 Michelham Priory
Michelham Priory
Michelham Priory is a beautiful historic property nestling deep in the Sussex countryside and offers much to interest visitors – history, exhibits, superbly kept gardens, art exhibitions, wildlife, working watermill. + More


 
UPCOMING EVENTS NEWS & UPDATES
Princesses and Princes
Lewes Castle
Thu 11th Feb
under 5s activity

Shining Light on the 'Dark' Age
Lewes Castle
Tue 16th Feb
A chance for children to explore the lives of the Saxons in Sussex

Public Meeting to Propose a Friends group at Marlipins
Marlipins Museum
Tue 16th Feb
There will be a public meeting held at Marlipins Museum to discuss setting up a Friends group for the museum - helping to put Marlipins into the heart of the community, where it belongs

Family Fun Days
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Mon 15th Feb - Thu 18th Feb
Have fun all day finding out about Roman Life. Make a Roman lamp. Try Roman Food. Put on a costume. Play a game. Use the Roman looms. Fun for the whole family

Herbs and Spices
Anne of Cleves House
Thu 25th Feb
under 5s activity

Magical Materials
Lewes Castle
Thu 11th Mar
under 5s activity

Tudor Technology
Anne of Cleves House
Sun 14th Mar
NSEW event

Science at the Castle
Lewes Castle
Sun 21st Mar
NSEW event

Spring Shoots
Anne of Cleves House
Thu 25th Mar
under 5s activity

Easter Egg hunt
Michelham Priory
Sun 4th Apr - Mon 5th Apr
A fun day for children of all ages!

Spring Garden Fair
Michelham Priory
Sat 10th Apr - Sun 11th Apr
2010 is the year of the chicken!Join the latest trend, and not only grow as many different varieties of vegetables as possible, but add rewarding livestock. Everything for the home farmer.

Iron Age,Roman, and Saxon days
Michelham Priory
Sun 2nd May - Mon 3rd May
Discover how our ancestors lived, worked and played.

Sussex Food Fair
Michelham Priory
Sat 19th Jun - Sun 20th Jun
Our celebration of locally sourced foods.

Game and Country Fair
Michelham Priory
Sat 10th Jul - Sun 11th Jul
All of the fun of the countryside---falconry,clay shooting competition,fly fishing, air rifles,lots of stalls,demonstrations and entertainment.Dogs are welcome this weekend.

Sussex Guild Contemporary Show
Michelham Priory
Thu 5th Aug - Sun 8th Aug
The annual showcase of the Sussex Guild of Craftworkers.Celebrating thier 40th anniversary.

Classic and Vintage Vehicle Show
Michelham Priory
Sat 21st Aug - Sun 22nd Aug
A varied display of commercial, domestic, and military vehicles.This is a popular recent addition to our annual events.

Medieval weekend
Michelham Priory
Sat 18th Sep - Sun 19th Sep
A celebration of the gentler side of medieval life. Music, dance, fashion, toys, but with a bit of violence! Combat displays, Jousting, and Archery. Discover how our ancestors made their lives more comfortable in the Medieval era.

Hallowe'en
Michelham Priory
Sun 31st Oct
Traditional fun for all the family with our trails,puzzles and crafts.

It could be you! Tue 19th Jan
It could be you!We are looking for a new CEO to take the organisation forward. Details of this exciting and challenging position appear on our 'Contact Us' page. Could it be you? Closing date is March 1st 2010.

Members - renew your subscription online! Fri 18th Dec
Members - renew your subscription online!Many members are due to renew their subscription to the Society on 1 January 2010 and online renewal is an easy and convenient way to do this. If you are not sure when your subscription expires, check your membership card. There are no penalties for early renewal! Click on the heading to find out more.

Head of Emperor Nero revealed at Fishbounre Tue 3rd Nov
Head of Emperor Nero revealed at FishbounreDoes this damaged statue head represent the Roman Emperor Nero as a youth?

Fishbourne Roman Palace - Gain Sandford Award for Excellence in Museum Education.. Thu 13th Aug
Fishbourne Roman Palace - Gain Sandford Award for Excellence in Museum Education..We are delighted to announce that we have again achieved the prestigious Sandford Award for excellence in museum education

Join the Friends of Fishbourne Roman Palace! Mon 13th Jul
Join the Friends of Fishbourne Roman Palace!Are you interested in visiting Fishbourne Roman Palace - for FREE - as often as you like? Then you should join ... The Friends of Fishbourne Roman Palace!

LEWES CASTLE NOW OPEN - June 2nd 2009 Tue 2nd Jun
LEWES CASTLE NOW OPEN - June 2nd 2009After a six month refurbishment, courtesy of the Heritage Lottery Fund, Lewes Castle is now open to the public - do come and visit!

Success with grants - over £5 million since 1995 Thu 14th May
Success with grants - over £5 million since 1995Sussex Past has had some great successes in securing external grant aid to help look after the past. Click on the above for details.

The Archaeology of Fishbourne and Chichester - illustrated in full colour - just published! Mon 9th Jun
The Archaeology of Fishbourne and Chichester - illustrated in full colour - just published!Special Price for our members - look on our web shopsite (or order from Fishbourne Roman Palace - 01243-785859). Exclusive price to Sussex Archaeological Society members of £12.00 including post and packing. This offer is open until 31.08.08 (Retail Price will be £14.99 plus post and packing).

Barcombe and Hamsey website - www.bandhpast.co.uk Tue 13th Nov
Barcombe and Hamsey website - www.bandhpast.co.ukA new Society research resource is now available on-line – the Barcombe and Hamsey website www.bandhpast.co.uk ; the website provides a comprehensive summation of the historical sources for these two parishes north of Lewes.

Sussex Past and Present Newsletter now available on line! Tue 2nd Oct
Sussex Past and Present Newsletter now available on line!We are now offering visitors to our website the chance to read past copies of our thrice-yearly newsletter, Sussex Past & Present. Simply go to the main Research page then click on the link to the right.

 

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