A Step in Time at Lewes Castle Looking for unique Sussex gifts? History lovers can choose a bespoke inscription to be engraved on a brick and set into one of the 40 remaining steps at Lewes Castle. The steps lead up to the Keep at the Norman castle, with its stunning 360-degree views of the … Continued
Visit Michelham Priory House & Gardens from Thursday 25th May The gates at Michelham Priory House & Gardens near Hailsham swing open once again, as the historic site welcomes visitors this summer. We are delighted to welcome visitors back to Michelham Priory House & Gardens, with the historic site reopening on Thursday 25th May. Open … Continued
Marlipins Museum reopens for 2023 season with new exhibition Marlipins Museum in Shoreham-by-Sea has reopened for 2023 with a new temporary exhibition co-created with members of the community. After being closed for the winter, the doors to the distinctive Norman building were opened once again today (11th May, 2023). Inside what is understood to be … Continued
Lys Drewett: a tribute With the permission and blessing of her family, we are sad to announce the death of our friend and colleague Lys Drewett on April 4th 2023. Lys will be known to many of you as someone who has contributed deeply to archaeology in Sussex, and as a professional widely respected for … Continued
An exclusive tasting guide and tour of the artisan food and drink of Sussex will take place at Michelham Priory on Saturday 22nd April Take a culinary adventure of the exciting artisan food and drink of Sussex at Michelham Priory House & Gardens on Saturday 22nd April. Deliciously Sussex is an exclusive event at a … 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
“Very great concerns” over impact of Rampion 2 cable route The Sussex Archaeological Society has formally raised concerns to those behind the Rampion 2 wind farm over the proposed route of a new onshore cable, which will pass very close to archaeologically significant sites in the South Downs. The plans to create an additional 90 … Continued
Members of the Sussex Archaeological Society and others are encouraged to respond to a consultation affecting a very significant prehistoric landscape north of Patching. The consultation closes on Monday 27th March. Please read the draft response to the consultation, prepared by Professor Martin Bell BSc, PhD, FSA, FBA, President of The Sussex Archaeological Society. As … Continued
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