On Monday 19 September, the historic properties in the care of The Sussex Archaeological Society will be closed as a mark of respect to Her Majesty The Queen on the date of her funeral. This will ensure visitors, colleagues and volunteers are able to commemorate her enormous contribution to the country and wider world. This … Continued
As a registered charity, we’re incredibly mindful of our role in ensuring the heritage of Sussex is as accessible to as many people as possible – which is why we offered free entry to our sites for the most disadvantaged local families this summer. Our Lewes sites have been running the scheme for several years … Continued
Adopt a Piece of History: The Long Man of Wilmington – Terms and Conditions Our adoptions are symbolic for donating and supporting our work to maintain and care for thousands of years of history across all our properties, conservation and education work. Adoption does not mean ownership or part-ownership. The Long Man and its bricks … Continued
The widespread watering of historic gardens including the grounds at Fishbourne Roman Palace, Lewes Castle and Michelham Priory will be reduced this week as part of wider plans to protect vital natural resources. With official figures indicating July was the driest on record, both South East Water and Southern Water are introducing a Temporary Use … Continued
This summer, visitors can watch Roman soldiers descend on Fishbourne Roman Palace & Gardens, take part in fun history-themed activities at Lewes Castle & Museum and explore a huge Contemporary Craft Fair in the stunning grounds at Michelham Priory House & Gardens. The Sussex Archaeological Society has a busy calendar of events over the school … Continued
The sounds of swords clashing, shields banging and trumpets blaring will ring out at Fishbourne Roman Palace & Gardens this summer as the Ermine Street Guard set up at camp in the grounds of the largest Roman home north of the Alps. Over the weekend of 30 – 31 July, visitors can travel back 2,000 … Continued
This summer, the annual Contemporary Craft Show returns to the stunning grounds at Michelham Priory House & Gardens near Hailsham. From Friday 29 to Sunday 31 July, the grounds at the heritage site will be transformed as craftspeople from the Sussex Guild return to show off their wares in marquees on the lawns and in … Continued
A new visual biography celebrating the life and works of radical 18th Century thinker Thomas Paine has been launched at the Head Office of The Sussex Archaeological Society. Created by visual artist Polyp (Paul Fitzgerald), the graphic novel uses authentic verbatim voices of the time to look at the contribution made by the author of … Continued
Michelham Priory House and Gardens is the place to be this summer if you love the smell of roses. June has always been a great month for this perennial favourite of the English garden. With the sun shining bright in recent weeks, the seven acres of tranquil grounds in Upper Dicker near Hailsham in East … Continued
The guardian of the South Downs has received a seasonal spruce up thanks to the team and volunteers at The Sussex Archaeological Society. The Long Man of Wilmington, located just off the A27 five miles outside of Eastbourne, is Europe’s largest portrayal of the human form, dating back to at least 1710 when the surveyor … Continued