February Half Term Family Days Out in Sussex Looking for family days out in Sussex this February Half Term? There’s historical adventures aplenty at our Sussex Past sites. Lewes Castle & Museum in East Sussex will play host to Medieval Madness, featuring soldiers, armour and archery, along with insights into life in the Saxon, Norman … Continued
Hi! My name is Finlay, and I have held the role of Finds Liaison Assistant since November of last year. I am 23, and a Brighton native but I have been working all around Sussex since I left university. I was lucky enough to study archaeology in my A-levels, where I benefitted from a great … Continued
Members of the Sussex Archaeological Society are invited to take part in an exciting project led by Historic England, the South Downs National Park Authority and the National Trust, on monitoring changes to historic and treasured locations across the South Downs. Scheduled Monuments are nationally-significant archaeological sites. They range from prehistoric earthworks to Second World … Continued
Things to do in Sussex this Christmas and New Year – a family day out at Lewes Castle Looking for family days out between Christmas and New Year in Sussex? Take a trip to Lewes Castle, one of the oldest Norman fortresses in the country, to explore the history and heritage of Sussex. With the … Continued
As we move into winter, Michelham Priory will soon be closing to visitors through to the spring. The last day it will be open for visitors is Sunday 11 December. This will allow teams to carry out urgent maintenance and repairs ahead of the 2023 season. The site will be open for a number of … Continued
School workshops now available – book a school visit School workshops and trips to historic sites in Sussex are now easier to book via the new Learning section of the Sussex Past website. Looking for school workshops at museums in Sussex? Thousands of school pupils each year visit the historic properties operated by Sussex Past, … Continued
Visitors to our remarkable range of historic sites in Sussex who choose to Gift Aid the cost of admission will now receive free entry for 12 months. The Sussex Archaeological Society, the registered charity responsible for all Sussex Past sites, has adopted inclusive Gift Aid pricing at all of its historic properties. This includes Fishbourne … Continued
Four intrepid fundraisers scaled new heights as they completed a challenge to climb six historic hillforts while dressed as Celts and Romans to raise funds for Fishbourne Roman Palace. On Sunday Vikki, Nick, Daisy and Ivy completed their Footsore for Fishbourne challenge with a special reception at the heritage site near Chichester. The team were … Continued
Looking for something to do in Lewes this October half term? Enjoy a family day out with our fun holiday activities at Lewes Castle & Museum and Anne of Cleves House this October half term holiday. Dress up in armour, play games, have a go at arts and crafts and more at Lewes Castle on … Continued
Do you want to play a leading role in providing strategic oversight to guide the development of The Sussex Archaeological Society? The search is on for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to bring a fresh approach in helping the Society enhance the richness of life in Sussex and beyond. About the Society The Sussex Archaeological Society (a … Continued