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Sue Berry: The Pelhams of Stanmer c1710-1810: an influential local family – Friday 3 October 2014, 7:30pm

A Lewes Archaeological Group event Historian Dr Sue Berry will talk about the Pelham family and its development of the house and grounds at Stanmer. She will set the Pelham family into the broader context of their wider ambitions and … Continue reading →

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WEA course: Sussex Women – starting Thursday 2 October 2014, 2-4pm

Ann Kramer leads this 6-session course which celebrates the contribution made by the famous, and the not-so-famous, women from Sussex, including those from around Lewes, over the centuries. From artist Vanessa Bell to genteel poisoner Christina Edmunds and trailblazing Sophia … Continue reading →

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Lewes History Group: Bulletin 50, September 2014

We have reached a significant milestone in our own history with the publication of our 50th bulletin! Normally, the Bulletin is put on the website one month after publication. If you would like to receive the Bulletin by email as … Continue reading →

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