Sounds of Fishbourne: Christmas Concert

Enjoy festive music as you explore the Palace on Saturday 13 December

Sounds of Fishbourne: Christmas Concert

Step into a magical medieval Yule as the historic house bursts into life

At Anne of Cleves House, 20/21 December

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Travel through Christmases past at Fishbourne Roman Palace

Historical reenactment on Saturday 20 December

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Christmas wreath

Festive Wreath Making Workshop

Sunday 14 December at Michelham Priory House & Gardens

Festive Wreath Making Workshop

Long Man Lecture 2026

With Raksha Dave, 26th March

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A Traditional Tudor Wassail

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Be part of history

Become a volunteer at Sussex Past heritage properties

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Witness panoramic views of the South Downs

At Lewes Castle

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Grab a treat in the brand new Blue Door Cafe

Now open at Michelham Priory House & Gardens

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Promoting Sussex History and Archaeology since 1846.

Family Days Out - School Trips - Group Visits - Research - Walks and Talks - Wedding Venues

The Sussex Archaeological Society is a registered charity which promotes, protects and provides access to the history and heritage of Sussex.

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Historic days out in Sussex

Explore 2,000 years of heritage at our range of remarkable properties. A great family day out.

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From our visitors

"Incredibly stunning place. You get a medieval feel and can imagine being there as a King. They have done well to keep it like this and would highly recommend"

TheoB via Tripadvisor - Lewes Castle

“A Trip Back in Time. Fascinating history of the Roman Palace. Well explained. Lots to see in the museum and the remains. Incredible detail in the layout of the Palace.”

Sue A via Tripadvisor - Fishbourne Roman Palace

“Go Visit NOW! The gardens are genuinely some of the most beautiful we’ve seen. We are going back soon.”

HorshamLass via Tripadvisor - Michelham Priory

“This was such an interesting place to come to. You could really feel the history of this place.”

Fifi582014 via Tripadvisor - The Priest House and Gardens