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Enjoy an insight into Tudor and Elizabethan life at Anne of Cleves House in Lewes. This stunning timber-framed medieval house dates back to the 15th century.

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

Come along to the Town Hall to discover rooms not normally open to the public. View our collection of art work and Civic Regalia. Activities for children include colouring a crown and search for the hidden Iguanadon.

Open once a year for Heritage Open Days, Wilmington Priory dates back to 1215 and alterations have taken place in almost every century since. Visit to explore this local landmark and discover its history.

Join us for a guided walk around ‘Victorian’ Beachy Head!

Join the Friends of Ocklynge Cemetery to uncover Eastbourne's history through people of the past in this guided tour of the cemetery.

Visit Lewes Castle, a Norman Castle built after the Battle of Hastings by supporters of William the Conqueror. Climb the steps to the top of The Keep for stunning panoramic views across Sussex. As you ascend, explore the history of this 950-year-old

Lewes Priory School Memorial Chapel, (Mountfield Road, between Priory School and East Sussex College). The Chapel (1960) was designed by Sir Edward Maufe, architect of Guildford Cathedral. Open Saturday, 1.00pm-5pm, talks and displays. Parking.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Art exhibitions and a Medieval undercroft- this incredible gallery is not to be missed!

Explore this incredibly historic house right in the heart of Pevensey!

A pop up exhibition celebrating of the revolutionary heritage of Sussex women and cycling from 1890s-1928, Newhaven Library

Explore the landscape of Seaford Head and the Cuckmere Valley on this FREE Heritage Open Days walk with Helen Browning-Smith.

Originally designed as county hall in 1812 this building has a neo classical façade in portland stone. Later extended with splendid Victorian court rooms, restored in the 1990s.

Fed up with Regency architecture? Come along and explore the first visible enclosing of a large communal space in our region.

Brighton Friends' Meeting House, the home of Brighton Quakers - open for HODs 2024

Discover the history and architecture of Brunswick Town in Brighton, East Sussex, perhaps the finest early 19th C 'New Town' in England!

Join us for a short, practical, presentation about how the ornamental plaster decorations in Regency and Victorian houses were made and fitted.

The Wish Tower is a Napoleonic Martello Tower and is one of few, in original condition, that is ever open to visit.

Discover the history of Eastbourne's Old Town and explore rarely opened sites!

Join us for a fascinating talk during Heritage Open Days, where Dr Sarah French, a photo historian and researcher of Brassey’s collections, will delve into the extraordinary life of Lady Brassey and the rich history of this Grade II listed building.

A chance to visit the 'Rusty House' as featured on Channel 4's Grand Designs.

Seaford Museum occupies a moated Martello Tower on the seafront and is much bigger on the inside. Come and sample the varied mix of Seaford and domestic history. You won't believe what we have squeezed in.

14 June 1914 stop Dieppe to Holywell stop Urgent news from Sarajevo stop…

Celebrate 150 years of Devonshire Park with Heritage Collections Officer Kelly van Doorn, on this historic walking tour!

The Observer Building is an iconic, historic building which has been rescued and brought back to public use, after laying derelict for almost forty years. Visitors will be able to access the whole building including areas still under construction

Unusual six sided smock mill c.1820, built on a square flint and brick tower.

Visit Britain's longest surviving cinema, the Duke of York's, for a tour of this iconic landmark. The Duke of York's opened its doors on 22 September 1910.

Sussex County Cricket Club was the first First-Class County formed in 1839 and is the oldest professional sports team in the world.

Join one of the Regency Town House Research Team for a walk which explores the leisure side of Hove’s Brunswick Street West.

Explore the rise of 'modernism' during a guided tour of Embassy Court - one of Brighton's iconic seafront buildings.

Old and new stories about the residents of 13 Brunswick Square from 1828 - 1980.

An opportunity to take a look at the history, architecture and notable residents of the Kemp Town Estate since 1826.

Waterloo Street: A middle class street in Brunswick Town

Named after its first owner, the house was built in 1847 in Brighton's North Laine. It is furnished with antiques from the first half of the 19th century and contains many paintings and a collection of Brighton prints.

Alexia Lazou, Mistress of Line, will lead you on a gentle 90 minute stroll through Brighton, exploring the buildings and places associated with the early life of artist Aubrey Beardsley (1872-1898).

The Workshop (Jonathan Swan) is a jewellery shop with a historic interior.

This Grade II listed 1868 building is still owned by the South Saxon Lodge, one of the oldest in Sussex.

Lewes House is a substantial 18th century detached house set in a large walled garden. Former home of American art collector, Edward Perry Warren. Venue for Lewes History Group in Action display and Friends of Lewes exhibition about its work.

Emma Chaplin walk will encompass mention of some fine feisty historical women of Lewes as well as interesting visitors, including Marilyn Monroe, as well as some of the town’s more unusual features from its long history.

Led by David Smith, a flintwork specialist with an international reputation for applying it to modern buildings. This walk will allow participants to learn about the prolific use of flint in the town, the craftmanship, techniques and traditions used.

Sue Berry explores how the changes to the transport arrangements in the town influenced other aspects of its social and architectural development.

Led by Michael Chartier, a knowledgeable former mayor of the town, the High Street walk will look at the different architectural styles of important historic buildings in the upper High Street, including the materials used in their construction.

Robert Cheesman, a former chair of The Friends of Lewes, explains the significant influences of the railway on the town from the opening of the line from Brighton in 1846, and the rapid expansion of lines to form an important junction.

The Clocks of Lewes walk is led by John Downie and will explore some of the public clocks that are prominently located in the town, their history and the different mechanisms and chimes, as well as sundials.