Location: Lewes
Top Things to do in Lewes
Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day 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. Glyndebourne
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 421 reviews
Backstage tours are available from November to March. The summer Festival runs from May to August. The autumn Tour runs through October before taking the productions to venues across the UK.
Reviewed By 15traveladdict9 - Horsham, United Kingdom
What an amazing experience. The tour was both informative and unbelievably interesting. We learnt about the history of the theatre. We visited the stage, behind the stage, rehearsal areas, the new prop assembly area, the green room and the auditorium. At the end you had a very clear idea of the effort and hard work put in to deliver a performance. A truly enjoyable morning out.
2. Round House Therapies
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
Get away to this idyllic rural retreat to have an expert massage with Jeanna. Specialising in Clinical remedial massage as well as luxury relaxation treatments in this stunning Mongolian Yurt. Cool and airy in summer, cosy in winter.Everything from Hot Stone massage, Sports remedial, and bespoke packages to really spoil yourself. Located in a quiet Village 5 minutes drive from Lewes. pick ups from the train station possible.
3. The MasterPiece Studio
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
4. Symposium
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5.0 based on 44 reviews
Independent Wine Merchant & Wine Bar based in Lewes, E. Sussex
Reviewed By 353dianen - Lancaster, United Kingdom
A superb selection of well-priced wine that you can either buy off the shelf to take home or pay a modest corkage charge to drink in situ. Pair with a platter of cheese and you have the makings of an enjoyable evening. Highly recommended!
5. Encryption Escape Rooms
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5.0 based on 87 reviews
Covid Secure Immersive Family Fun. Interactive escape rooms for all ages situation in a rural location, including a tea rooms with seating outside overlooking the wonderful South Downs. Plenty of free on site parking, and Tea Rooms Solve the puzzels and riddles in our themed rooms and escape within one hour!
Reviewed By 713mattl - Laughton, United Kingdom
Great escape room. have comepleted a couple of escape rooms previously and this ranks up with the ebst of them. The Host is great, really encouraging and helpful. All in all cannot recommend enough. Did as a family of 4 inc 2 teenagers and pitched at the right level for all of us.
6. The Lewes Arms
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4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By clair874 - New Forest National Park Hampshire, United Kingdom
Amazingly friendly and cheery staff... very accommodating for vegan adults and children.... such a lovely meal and a fab sense of appreciation all round. Could not fault the hospitality shown. Thank you!
7. 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
8. Lewes Tourist Information Cente
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
9. The Greenman Ringmer
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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!
10. Lewes Flea Market
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4.5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By Paradise29492683335
Excellent range of antique and vintage items, at good prices. I've been able to find things to buy on every visit. Very friendly.
