Location: Lewes
Top Things to do in Lewes
The 6 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Lewes, England
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.
Restaurants in Lewes
1. Branching Out Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 80 reviews
At Branching Out there is something for everyone. Where will you start? Face your fears head on at the high ropes, or ease into the trees with our low ropes course? Or stop by the giant swing or speed zip for a heady dose of adrenaline! Then it's time to relax and delight in the beautiful woodland scenery at our HQ cafe. Age 6+/8+ see website for details. Book early to avoid disappointment!
2. Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum
Overall Ratings
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.
3. The Greenman Ringmer
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By linthers - Uckfield, United Kingdom
Have visited before for lunch and was not disappointed when we returned last Wednesday. The pub is always busy which is a good sign and the food excellent with big portions. The staff are always friendly and efficient and it is excellent value for money. A main course with vegetables for £10.95 is really good. We will return!
4. Blackberry Farm
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 269 reviews
Reviewed By 664leannar - London, United Kingdom
Went today for a bit of fun for the children in the holidays, today was particularly hot but we still decided to go and make a day of it! We were very pleased with the ease of paying in the car park on arrival, it meant no queing at gates for a long time with the children and once we parked we were set to go! We got there slightly early but they were still there waiting. Was lovely to still be able to purchase animal feed (make sure you take cash!) and this meant that our children still had the experience of feeding all the animals (which they loved!). My daughter is obsessed with llamas and said it was the highlight of her life to be able to feed them. Side note, the goat Bridge is amazing and just added a bit of fun on the walk round. Fantastic range of playing areas, my children went on the go carts, tractor ride and quad ride. The Pony rides were not open whilst we were there but it was an incredibly hot day so this made total sense. The reduced capacity actually felt like reduced capacity unlike other places in the area we have visited, there is plenty of room for everyone and it was easy to keep distance from others. I must add that this is the cleanest Park we have been too. Staff are constantly in the park cleaning equipment and there are plenty of places to wash and sanitise your hands. We would like a better option to eat there but it is my understanding that this is currently being built and we can't wait to come back and visit when that is open. Overall a wonderful, affordable day with plenty of options for all ages!
5. Middle Farm
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 401 reviews
Reviewed By adrianawalker0818 - Brighton, United Kingdom
Middle Farm is my absolute favorite place to visit on free weekend. Never disappointed with the food, service, and just lovely environment there. The have the best pastries and if you're a fan of beer/cider you're in for a treat! Don't forget to head into the shop and get the best farm raised eggs and meat. You haven't had a poached egg until you've done them with Middle Farm eggs, oh and the cheese scones are AMAZING! Stilton and Steak pasty is also killer. On a recent visit there was a pumpkin soup and pumpkin chai lattes that were both out of this world. Writing this reviews makes me keen to go again soon :)
6. The Plough at Plumpton
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By twa203 - North Chailey, United Kingdom
First trip to The Plough, our local, since the new tiers have been in place. The restrictions feel a little odd, given how low the number of Covid cases are in this very rural part of East Sussex, but The Plough has embraced the new guidelines fully. Friendly welcome from the staff, some exceptionally well-kept Harvey’s and great, good value food over what felt like a busy and buzzy Saturday lunchtime. Well worth a visit over the festive season.
