Lewes Castle & Museum

Lewes Castle & Museum Experience this historic Norman castle that towers over Lewes. Enjoy panoramic views of the South Downs from the top of the Keep Tower.

Discover Sussex Archaeology and more! Visit https://sussexpast.co.uk/attraction/lewes-castle/ for opening hours.

Last chance to join us for The Great Gatsby tomorrow evening! ✨Tomorrow evening, the roaring twenties arrive at the Cast...
07/09/2026

Last chance to join us for The Great Gatsby tomorrow evening! ✨

Tomorrow evening, the roaring twenties arrive at the Castle – we still have a limited number of tickets available!

Join us for an evening of outdoor theatre as This Is My Theatre brings Gatsby’s glittering world of live music, glamour, obsession and heartbreak to life against the dramatic backdrop of our castle🎺🏰

If you’ve been thinking about coming along, this is your last chance to book!

📅 Tomorrow – Tuesday 8th September
🚪 Doors open at 6pm
🎭 Performance 7pm–9pm

Bring a chair or blanket, pack a picnic and settle in for a very different evening at the Castle.

Book your tickets now via the link below, before it’s too late!
https://sussexpast.co.uk/whats-on/outdoor-theatre-the-great-gatsby/

Join us this weekend to celebrate Lewes Heritage Open Days! Lewes Castle & Museum will be free to enter across the three...
07/09/2026

Join us this weekend to celebrate Lewes Heritage Open Days! Lewes Castle & Museum will be free to enter across the three day weekend (11th - 13th September)*.

Come and explore your local heritage!

We'll also have some artefact handling on Friday 11th (10am - 4pm) and Sunday 13th (10am - 1pm) to join in with as part of your visit.

*please note that the towers will be closed on these days.

There’s a rather unexpected visitor coming to our Castle… 🦞As part of this year’s Artwave Festival, we’ll be welcoming P...
04/09/2026

There’s a rather unexpected visitor coming to our Castle… 🦞

As part of this year’s Artwave Festival, we’ll be welcoming Philip Colbert’s Daydreamer (Seated Lobster) – 2020, to the Castle grounds from 11–13 September🏰

Known for his distinctive cartoon lobster persona, Colbert has developed a global following for his bold and playful work – and Daydreamer should make quite the contrast against the historic surroundings of Lewes Castle!

For more information, follow the link below:
https://www.artwavefestival.org/view-2026-guide

Gatsby. Live music. An evening beneath the September sky. And our castle as the backdrop✨Next Tuesday, we’re swapping ne...
03/09/2026

Gatsby. Live music. An evening beneath the September sky. And our castle as the backdrop✨

Next Tuesday, we’re swapping nearly 1,000 years of Castle history for the glamour and intrigue of the roaring twenties as The Great Gatsby takes to the stage🎭

Settle in for an evening of outdoor theatre as This Is My Theatre brings Fitzgerald’s iconic story to life in a setting that should make this performance rather special🥂🎺

There aren’t many tickets remaining, so if you’d like to join us on Tuesday 8 September, now is the time to book.

🎭 Performance: 7pm–9pm
🚪 Doors open: 6pm

Follow the link below to book your tickets now:
https://sussexpast.co.uk/whats-on/outdoor-theatre-the-great-gatsby/

We are pleased to announce that at the Council’s August meeting, our trustees approved production of the next Sussex Arc...
28/08/2026

We are pleased to announce that at the Council’s August meeting, our trustees approved production of the next Sussex Archaeological Collections - Volume 163.

The Sussex Archaeological Collections is a scholarly journal about the history and archaeology of Sussex.

Since 1847 it has been providing archaeologists, historians and researchers with a platform to share their discoveries and is central to our purpose as a society.

Production is progressing at a pace, and we will let you know when Volume 163 is finished. Members of The Sussex Archaeological Society receive a copy as a membership benefit and past copies are available to non-members through various channels including our gift shops.

You can learn more about the journal here https://sussexpast.co.uk/research/the-sussex-archaeological-collections/

in 1915 Lewes Castle was first designated as a listed building. Originally constructed around 1067, part of it's uniqu...
28/08/2026

in 1915 Lewes Castle was first designated as a listed building. Originally constructed around 1067, part of it's uniqueness is that it is a motte and bailey design but with two mottes, instead of the standard one. The only other such design in the country is Lincoln Castle.

Two weeks to go until The Great Gatsby comes to our gardens! ✨On Tuesday 8th September, the Castle will provide the dram...
25/08/2026

Two weeks to go until The Great Gatsby comes to our gardens! ✨

On Tuesday 8th September, the Castle will provide the dramatic backdrop for an evening in the roaring 1920s, as This Is My Theatre brings F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic story to the stage🏰

With live music, a dynamic ensemble and Gatsby’s world of glamour, obsession and heartbreak unfolding beneath the evening sky, this promises to be a very special night of outdoor theatre.🎺

Bring a chair or blanket, pack a picnic and settle in for an evening at the Castle that’s a little different from the usual!

🚪 Doors open 6pm
🎭 Performance 7pm–9pm

Just two weeks to go – book your tickets via the link below!:
https://sussexpast.co.uk/whats-on/outdoor-theatre-the-great-gatsby/

It’s the last week of our summer activities!🏰There’s still time to squeeze in one more summer adventure, with plenty hap...
24/08/2026

It’s the last week of our summer activities!🏰

There’s still time to squeeze in one more summer adventure, with plenty happening over the next couple of days.

📖 Tomorrow, 25th August: Join Trevor for storytelling from 11am – 2pm

⚔️ Wednesday, 26th August: Claire from The Secret Chapter will be here from 10.30am – 1.30pm with children’s activities inspired by our Castles, Knights & Dragons theme

You can also hunt for dragon eggs hidden around the Castle grounds throughout the week – how many will you find? 🐉🥚

Don't forget, it's the final week to make the most of our Summer Savings offer, with over 10% off admission tickets - don’t miss out, come and enjoy one last summer adventure with us!✨

Follow the link below to book your tickets now:
https://sussexpast.co.uk/whats-on/summer-of-fun-at-lewes-castle/

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