Due to the recent extreme weather conditions small pieces of flint have fallen from the 12th Century Norman Arch at Lewes Castle. Castle Gate road has been closed and the Sussex Archaeological Society is taking all necessary precautions and working … Continue reading
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The Longman of Wilmington is vandalised
Sadly this week the Scheduled Ancient Monument in our ownership and care, the Long Man of Wilmington, suffered vandalism when people unknown painted a white face mask onto the figure. The police are investigating this incident as a heritage crime … Continue reading
2021 New Year’s Update
We are ready to face 2021 (and our 175th anniversary!) Although 2021, our 175th anniversary year, has not started as positively as we had hoped we are still very determined and full of optimism. We will emerge from the pandemic … Continue reading
Friday Update: 23rd October 2020
The Society Welcomes Two New Members of Staff Simon Dowe joins as CEO and brings over thirty years’ experience working for third sector organisations; Simon has a proven track record in fundraising and managing a wide range of complex programmes. … Continue reading
Friday Update: 16th October 2020
Michelham Priory House & Gardens: Open four days a week, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11:00 ‒ 16:00 with timed tickets available on arrival for entry to the house. Café offering take away service, shop open. Dogs welcome on short … Continue reading
The Sussex Archaeological Society Launch “Live at Home” Lecture Programme
As the colder months approach and with our lecture programme unable to happen this year, we want to share our interest in the past by offering a series of live online lectures in the comfort of your own home. The … Continue reading
Friday Update: 9th October
Michelham Priory House & Gardens: Open four days a week, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11.00am ‒ 4.00pm with timed tickets available on arrival for entry to the House. Café offering table service, Dovecote gift shop open. Dogs welcome on … Continue reading
Friday Update: 2nd October
Michelham Priory House & Gardens: Open four days a week, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:30 ‒ 17:00 with timed tickets available on arrival for entry to the house. Café offering take away service, shop open. Dogs welcome on short … Continue reading
Friday Update: 25th September 2020
Michelham Priory House & Gardens: Open four days a week, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:30 ‒ 17:00 with timed tickets available on arrival for entry to the house. Café offering take away service, shop open. Dogs welcome on short … Continue reading
Friday Update: 18th September 2020
Michelham Priory House & Gardens: Open four days a week, Tuesday and from Friday to Sunday 10:30 ‒ 17:00 with timed tickets available on arrival for entry to the house. Café offering take away service, shop open. Dogs welcome on … Continue reading