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
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
Sussex Past is proud to partner with Heritage Open Days to make the rich heritage of Sussex accessible to all. Heritage Open Days is England’s largest community-led festival of history and culture. By becoming a part of this festival, Sussex Past is opening its doors to some of the nation’s most treasured historical sites. Best … Continued
It’s that time of the year again when the CBA Festival of Archaeology is upon us, an annual celebration of archaeology from 15th to 30th July. This year the theme of the festival is ‘Archaeology and Creativity‘ and to celebrate, The Sussex Archaeological Society is running the below events. Archaeology and Creativity Festival We’re delighted … Continued
Easter Egg hunts in Sussex for all the family Looking for Easter Egg hunts in Sussex which can be enjoyed by all the family? Visit Sussex Past properties this Easter and take part in a range of themed trails, all of which have a sweet reward if completed. From appeasing a disgruntled dragon at Lewes … Continued
Looking for a fun family day out this October half term? Fishbourne Roman Palace is seeking new recruits to enlist in its Roman Army and learn what it takes to become a fully-fledged soldier. From Monday 24 to Friday 28 October, there will be free activities every day for the trainee Roman soldiers at the … 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