Gift 12 months of Society membership to your family this Christmas

Looking for a unique family Christmas present for your loved ones? Gift a year of historical adventures with a 12 month membership to The Sussex Archaeological Society.

With Christmas just around the corner, the Society has made it easier than ever for people to purchase the perfect present for those with an interest in the archaeology, history and heritage of Sussex.

Annual membership of the Society is now available as a special gift pack. Prices start from £20 with individual, joint and family memberships for one adult and two adults all available to order in a few clicks via the Society’s online shop.

Izzy Roberts, the Society’s Membership Secretary, said: “Whether they love exploring extrodinary historical sites or want to learn more about the archaeology and heritage of Sussex, this 12 month pass will allow your loved ones access to a range of special experiences, including member-only walks, talks, events and family-friendly activities.

“Membership is a gift for any special occasion – birthdays, Christmas, engagements, weddings, retirement, Mother’s and Father’s days, Valentine’s Day and graduations.

“The offer is broad and varied, making it the perfect family Christmas present in 2022 and beyond.”

What does a gift membership include?

Annual Membership of the Society includes:

• Year-round free access to the Society’s range of remarkable historical properties – including Fishbourne Roman Palace, Lewes Castle & Museum and Michelham Priory
• Free tickets to a spring and winter talk series
• Two editions of the revamped 32-page Sussex Past & Present magazine
• A copy of the Sussex Archaeological Collections, the Society’s annual anthology of research and historical papers
• Free access to the Society’s specialist Library and historic book collections
• Half price entry to more than 50 English Heritage sites in the South East

Annual membership also includes access to a range of activities during school holidays – making it a perfect family Christmas present.

A special presentation pack is included as part of this purchase. This can be sent to the person you are buying this for or direct to you to giftwrap and present on a special day.

Those purchasing membership as gifts via our website are encouraged to email their bespoke requirements to membership@sussexpast.co.uk after purchase.