East Sussex

Properties and events in East Sussex

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Heritage Jewellery Workshop Tour

2 South Street, Ditchling, Hassocks, East Sussex, BN6 8UQ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Take a tour of a heritage jewellery workshop with an interesting Arts and Crafts history. Now the site of Pruden and Smith's Jewellery workshop, this building was once home to a entirely different traditional craft. Take a tour to discover its story.

Alfriston Clergy House: Weavers, Spinners and Dyers

The Tye, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5TL
In person
Pre-booking not required

A great opportunity to watch the traditional art of spinning on a 13th century (reproduction) spinning wheel, to have a go at drop spinning and to learn about the craft of wool dyeing using plants from the garden.

Sir Charles Lucas and his heritage

Lockwood, 2 Compton Place Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 8AB
In person
Pre-booking preferred

The history of Sir Charles Lucas (1613-1648) and his heritage, with associated portraits (Dobson, Lely, Reynolds, Lawrence) and objects.

Cable House 14

South Hill Barn Car Park, Seaford, East Sussex, BN254AR
In person
Pre-booking not required

Set in one of England's most famous views, this is a rare opportunity to see and learn about this 'haven of history'. It played its part in the development of worldwide communications and the defending England's shore in WWII

Newhaven Museum

Avis Road, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 0PR
In person
Pre-booking not required

An interesting collection of artefacts, photographs and documents connected with Newhaven's history and its maritime connections. The museum houses many exhibits and archives connected with Newhaven's railway history and ferry links with Dieppe.

Downs Junior Presents Take Shelter

Rugby Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6ED
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Explore the underground air raid shelter, the only one open in the South of England. Join us for tours of the shelter, an above ground museum and tea room for refreshments.

Portslade History Day

St Nicolas Church, South Street, Portslade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN41 2LE
In person
Pre-booking not required

Portslade History Day comprises a number of talks at St Nicolas Church, South Street, Portslade BN41 2LE as well as a number of other events.

Alfriston Clergy House

The Tye, Alfriston, East Sussex, BN26 5TL
In person
Pre-booking not required

See our fascinating archaeological finds from medieval to early 1900s.

Coastguard Cottage

6 Coastguard Cottages, Cuckmere Haven, Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 4AR
In person
Pre-booking not required

Come and have a look inside one of the most famous cottages in England, meet a descendant of the last Coastguard, and see artwork inspired by this very special place.

Alexandra Greenhouse Hastings

St. Helens Road, HASTINGS, East Sussex, TN34 3EL
In person
Pre-booking not required

Alexandra Greenhouse is a 1934 Richardson's teak and cast iron 36m building which has been completely restored with community funding and volunteer support.

Winchelsea Wesley Methodist Chapel

Winchelsea Wesley Methodist Chapel, Rectory Lane, Winchelsea, East Sussex, TN36 4EY
In person
Pre-booking not required

The Wesleyan Society was formed in Winchelsea in 1774 and this 'Preaching House' was built in 1785. John Wesley preached in the Chapel in 1789 and the pulpit remains in the Chapel.

Aspects of North Laine - Brighton Old & New – a walk with Geoffrey Mead

St. Nicholas Church, Dyke Road, Church Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3LJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Aspects of North Laine - Brighton Old & New - a walk with Geoffrey Mead

Clifton Hill & Montpelier; Brighton's West End – a walk with Geoffrey Mead

St Nicholas Church, Church Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3LJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Clifton Hill and Montpelier. A walk with Dr Geoffrey Mead.

Western Road – more than shops. A walk with Geoffrey Mead

St. Nicholas Church, Church Street, Dyke Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3LJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Western Road - more than shops. A walk with Geoffrey Mead

West Hill; Brighton's hidden neighbourhood – a walk with Geoffrey Mead

St. Nicholas Church, Church Street, Dyke Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3LJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

West Hill; Brighton's hidden neighbourhood - a walk with Geoffrey Mead.