Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum
Lewes Castle and Barbican House Museum
Barbican House
169 High Street
Lewes
East Sussex
BN7 1YE
England
Website
Telephone
01273 486290
Fax
01273 486990
Lewes Castle is one of the oldest castles in England, built soon after the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over the years it was extended and altered and its high keep and towers still dominate the town. Magical views of Lewes, the Downs and the river Ouse reward everyone who manages the climb to the top. Barbican House Museum, opposite the castle, tells the story of Sussex throughout the ages and houses the Lewes Town model.
Extensive refurbishment & reinterpretation in 2009.
Venue Type:
Museum, Castle or defences
Additional info
Our library is open to the public by appointment only.
Barbican House Museum, which stands opposite the castle, tells the story of Sussex from the Stone Age to the end of the medieval period. Displays include stone axes, Roman pottery and beautiful Saxon jewellery. It also houses the Lewes Town Model, a sound and light show based around a delightful model of nineteenth century Lewes.
Collection details
Archaeology, Coins and Medals, Archives
Key artists and exhibits
- Lewes
- Sussex archaeology
- Sussex Archaeological Society
- medieval Sussex
Lewes Castle - Medieval Monday
- 28 July 2014 1-4pm
Medieval Monday
Drop in to the castle this afternoon for some hands-on medieval activities.
Learn how to make juggling balls and soap.
Included in admission
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Within admission
Adult £7 Child £3.60
Lewes Castle - Medieval Monday
- 4 — 18 August 2014
See 28 July - Mondays only
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Within normal admission
Adult £7 Child £3.60
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The Accrington Pals at Lewes Castle
- 21 August — 23 July 2014
The Accrington Pals – outdoor theatre
The Brighton Little Theatre present “The Accrington Pals” by Peter Whelan.
Gates open at 6.00pm – bring a picnic, blanket and comfortable chair.
Performance starts at 7.15pm
Tickets available by contacting the box office: 0844 888 0432 or www.brightonlittletheatre.com
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Apply box office
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Services for schools at Lewes Castle
The education team offers tours, drama, artefact handling, storytelling and craft activities activities to support the Foundation Stage, KS1, 2 and 3 curricula.
We teach in groups of approximately 15 students up to a maximum of 60. Each session is usually 1 hour long but the timetable is flexible. We are happy to tailor make sessions to fit your topic or age group.
How to obtain
For further information please contact the Education Officer on 01273 405734 or educ@sussexpast.co.uk Or look on your website www.sussexpast.co.uk
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