Welcome to Lewes
Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Lewes - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.
Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Lewes to suit all the family, whatever the weather.
Everything you need to know if you're visiting Lewes as a visitor or a resident.
Whether you're staying for the night or a few days, check out the choice of local hotels.
Enjoy a great day out with the family at a tourist attraction in Lewes.
Tickle your taste buds with a range of cuisines - eat out at a restaurant in Lewes.
.Start 2026 with excitement and fresh winter energy at Plumptons thrilling Sussex National Raceday on Sunday 4th January. Feel the crisp January air hear the thunder of hooves pounding down the home straight and soak up the unbeatable countryside atmosphere as the…
.Friday 16th January15.30 Sam Freedman former senior government adviser FT columnist and best‐selling author asks why Britain‐one of the worlds oldest democracies‐seems unable to run itself effectively and what can be done about it.17.00 Prof Richard Overy one of the worlds leading…
From the high towers of Lewes Castle visitors can see both the town and the distant views of downs, river and forest. The best way to appreciate this view is to visit Barbican House Museum first and watch 'The Story of Lewes Town', a sound and light show…
Anne of Cleves House is a 16th century timber‐framed Wealden hall‐house that formed part of Anne's divorce settlement from Henry VIII in 1541. The house contains wide‐ranging collections of Sussex interest, including Sussex pottery, and the bedroom and kitchen are furnished to reflect an earlier period.Other displays feature…
Lewes Golf Club ‐ golf course in Lewes, East Sussex. Contact the golf course on telephone number 01273 473245 for course availability, course rules, member information, golf academy if available and green fees at Lewes Golf Club golf courseclub.…
Swimming pool at Pells Seasonal Outdoor Swimming Pool in Lewes, East Sussex. Contact venue on 01273 472334 for opening times and entrance costs.…
Home of the Gage family for over 500 years, Firle Place has a Tudor core. Treasures to be tound at Firle Place include many European and English Old Master paintings, English French furniture and other notable examples from Sevres and English porcelain factories.The house and surrounding…
Want to see what other attractions to visit when in Lewes? See our list of attractions in Lewes, including theme parks, castles, historic houses, zoos and many more family days out.
