As the school holidays approach, Sussex Past have an exciting line-up of activities for kids this summer at three of our fabulous heritage properties: Fishbourne Roman Palace, near Chichester, Lewes Castle and Michelham Priory, near Hailsham. 23-26 July – Sandpit Searchers at Fishbourne Roman Palace – 11.00am-3.00pm As part of the CBA’s Festival of … Continued
Head to Michelham Priory this Sunday, 21st July, for a day of classic British cars, local craft beer and delicious food Featuring a stunning collection of vehicles from iconic British car manufacturers, including Jaguar, Triumph and Aston Martin, the East Sussex Jaguar Enthusiasts Club and their friends will be motoring up to the delightful grounds … Continued
Did you spot us on ITVX News Meridian on Wednesday 10th July? ITV’s Chloe Oliver recently caught up with Fishbourne Roman Palace’s Curator, Dr Rob Symmons to learn all about the discovery and importance of this 2,000-year-old Roman site near Chichester. Discover how Romans cursed their enemies and more in the fascinating TV special by … Continued
Members of Sussex Past are invited to take part in a fantastic opportunity this July, as part of the Changing Chalk Partnership. Running from Tuesday 9th to Friday 12th July, Members can take part in an Aerial Identification and Earthwork Survey Course at Saddlescombe Farm, near Brighton. The programme will start with Aerial Surveying on … Continued
Become a Sussex Guardian – Sussex Guardians Appeal 2024 Donate now to support our local heritage In partnership with our Friends groups, we are asking for your support as joint guardians of some of the most iconic heritage properties across the historic county of Sussex. Together, we are aiming to raise £25,000 towards the care … Continued
Enjoy a special Father’s Day treat with Sussex Past, as we invite father figures to join us this Sunday, 16th June, free of charge. Dads, grandads, or another father figure in your life can visit Michelham Priory House & Gardens, Fishbourne Roman Palace or Lewes Castle free when accompanied by a paying visitor. #1 – … Continued
Celebrating our incredible volunteers at Sussex Past during Volunteers Week 2024! Happy Volunteers Week 2024! We’re so grateful for the amazing volunteers who make a huge difference at Sussex Past. Their skills and dedication hugely impact the work we do. Whether caring for gardens, supporting our collections, archiving, creating memorable visitor experiences, or running our … Continued
On Thursday 23rd May, volunteers took part in the re-painting of The Long Man of Wilmington as part of the ‘Adopt a Piece of History’ campaign run by Sussex Past. The re-painting is the finale of a fundraising campaign, launched in December 2022, to support the work of the Sussex Archaeology Society, which owns and … Continued
Marlipins Museum, one of the oldest secular buildings in the country, is now open for the season, complete with a brand new World War II exhibition. Situated in the coastal town of Shoreham-by-Sea, this much loved building is believed to date from the early 12th century and is one of the oldest surviving lay buildings … Continued
February Half Term at Fishbourne Roman Palace will offer plenty for families looking for a great day out in Sussex. The Palace, which is the largest Roman home in the UK, is hosting Live Like a Roman week. This week-long programme of activities will explore what life was like 2,000 years ago. From arts and … Continued