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Mathew is interviewed about his forthcoming June 10th Lewes History Group talk: ‘A Turbulent History of Pub Life in Lewes.’ Radio Lewes podcast 23 May 2013 Please note: the September 2013 speaker on the Roman dig is David Millum, not … Continue reading →

Mathew Homewood: A Turbulent History of Pub Life in Lewes For centuries the many Lewes inns and public houses were the centre of the town’s social life, including its politics, its entertainment and its bonfire. Some might argue they still … Continue reading →

Sue Berry: The Duke of Newcastle and his Political Allies For five decades in the 18th century Thomas Pelham-Holles, Duke of both Newcastle-upon-Tyne and Newcastle-under-Lyme, used his family estates at Halland and Bishopstone to dominate the political scene in Sussex, … Continue reading →