Location: Lewes
Top Things to do in Lewes
10 Sights & Landmarks in Lewes That You Shouldn't Miss
Lewes /ˈluːɪs/ is the county town of East Sussex and formerly all of Sussex. It is a civil parish and is the centre of the Lewes local government district. Its population is now around 17 thousand. The settlement is a traditional market town and centre of communications and in 1264, it was the site of the Battle of Lewes. The town's landmarks including Lewes Castle and a 15th-century bookshop. Other notable features of the area include the Glyndebourne festival, the Lewes Bonfire and the Lewes Pound.
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1. Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum
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4.5 based on 539 reviews
Lewes Castle is open year round, and has a wonderful view from the top of the Keep. Next door is the Barbican House Museum with displays of the history of Sussex.
Reviewed By Bruggeling77 - Bruges, Belgium
This place was well worth the visit. I can recommend if you like history. For £8,5 you get awarded with the best views once you reach the top of the castle.
2. Monk's House - National Trust
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4.5 based on 205 reviews
The home of Leonard and Virginia Woolf featuring the writing room where she created some of her best known works. A small 17th century weatherboarded cottage and large garden, Monk's House was a gathering place for many Bloomsbury Group members. Set in the beautiful South Downs , it was more importantly, a retreat for Virginia Woolf who loved nothing more than striding out across the Downs.
Reviewed By vivendumuk - Brighton, United Kingdom
Monks house is a wonderful place to visit. The staff are friendly and knowledgable. The gardens are magnificent. The history of the house and it's famous owners and visitors is amazing. Top place to visit in Sussex
3. Hall Court Farm
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Horses, paddocks, gardens and plenty of good English countryside
4. Charleston
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4.5 based on 452 reviews
Charleston is temporarily closed until further notice in line with official government advice to support efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). Charleston is a House, Garden and art gallery located in the South Downs National Park. Charleston also has a restaurant, The Threshing Barn, located in a newly restored 18th century barn. OPENING TIMES The Galleries, Garden and Threshing Barn Weds-Sunday 10am-5pm. House 1 March - 31 October Weds-Sunday 11:30am-5pm Sunday & BH 12-5pm 1 November - 28 February Weds-Sunday 11:30am-3pm. Charleston was the home and country meeting place of the writers, painters and intellectuals known as the Bloomsbury group. The interior was painted by the artists Duncan Grant and Vanessa Bell, and together with their collection forms a unique example of their decorative style.
Reviewed By outandaboutwithbob - Ringwood, United Kingdom
Always wanted to visit this stunning place and was one of the items on my bucket list , You will not be dissapointed if like me you are a follower of hidden arts , Do allow yourself plenty of time to relax and take into account the beautiful wall gardens during your visit , the tour of the house is with a guide who given their vast knowledge of the house and its occupants gives you and insite as to the way they lived durring this period of history (Blomsbury era )( quote of the day They Lived in Squares, painted in Circles , and Loved in Triangles ,) Questions were asked and the appropriate answers given although when you are first given a brief history it is said treat the place as if they have just step out so please do not touch the fragile items , yes you can see this in a lot of the rooms untill you get to the finale room the famous studio with its lovely light filled area and artist easels the only thing missing was the large amout of paint splashes on the floor , but that was only my observation , well done and will visit again soon Possibly not suitable for young children
5. Cliffe High Street
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4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By NatFigs - Mexico City, Mexico
This is a small but also a very cute and nice street. If you walk around the river a bit more, there’s this beautiful park that I loved going to. No matter what day, month or hour it is, this place always has life and it’s beautiful.
6. Lewes Priory Park
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Founded in the 11th century by monks from Cluny in France, the Priory of St Pancras survived until the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1537. There is much to see at Priory Park. Walk in the footsteps of medieval monks and imagine how the buildings once looked with the aid of our interpretation panels. A herb garden grows plants that monks would have used for medicinal, culinary and ceremonial purposes. The South Downs frame the site; providing a spectacular setting. Open all year round, free entry.
Reviewed By 453georgew - Godalming, United Kingdom
What a great site loads of interesting ruins complimented by well thought out information boards which led you through the history of this massive area.
7. Southover Grange Gardens
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4.5 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By Tigerfeet9 - Seaford, United Kingdom
Southover Grange gardens are peaceful and busy at the same time. It can be full of children playing, picnicking families and newly married couples enjoying the sunshine for photographs and sharing with friends there is a hole in the wall for tea and coffee in the summer
8. Priory Ruins
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4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By Elle2111 - Corby, United Kingdom
Amazing to see the ruins left behind and follow in the steps of the monks of old! Lots of big free standing wall remnants from the original structures with plaques dotted around with information and pictures reimagining how it would have looked before along with a model of the whole site. Well worth a visit especially as it's free to enter! Was the highlight of our trip to Lewes ❤️
9. Harvey & Son
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Harvey and Son (Lewes) Ltd is the oldest independent Brewery in Sussex. Founded by John Harvey in 1790 it still remains an independent, family business, with the eighth generation currently working there. We pride ourselves on the craft of our brewing, environmental credentials, local distribution, local charitable activities, and loyal staff. Widely known for our Sussex Best Bitter, our beers and pubs can be found in and around the south east. Harvey's Brewery Shop is open Monday - Sunday, where you will find a wide selection of Harvey's Beers and merchandise, eclectic Spirits, and carefully curated worldwide Wines. The shop is a fully licensed supplier of Havana Cigars, along with a range of Mini's, Purito's and Club sized cigars in packs. Brewery Tours are available by application only and currently stand at a two year waiting list. Please contact us directly for further information.
10. St Michael’s Church
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Hampshirehogg - Camberley, United Kingdom
On entering St Michael's from the busy road you are hit with beautiful peace. A stunning place of worship, a place with space to think, a place to feel inner calm and share your thoughts without interuption. History in abundance and clearly a treasured place to pray.
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