Lewes History Group

If you are looking for Christmas gifts, how about some books about Lewes, published by the Lewes History Group, or by the Friends of Lewes?

These would be ideal for a friend or family member who grew up here but who has moved away, or for a newcomer, who has yet to learn what a truly special place it is.

Lewes History Group has published two new books in the ‘Lewes Street Stories’ series: ‘Mill Road, South Malling’, by Chris Taylor, and ‘Lewes Street Stories: Chapel Hill’ written by Mary Benjamin, Meg Griffiths and Shân Rose.

The Friends of Lewes book list includes Marietta Van Dyck’s latest collection of Lewes drawings, Kim Clark’s The Twittens, and her update of Leslie Davey’s The Street Names of Lewes. The Friends are offering seasonal discounts to their members: see details.

A Sussex School of Archaeology and History Event

The first Sussex History Symposium run by the Sussex School of Archaeology and History takes place at King’s Church, Brooks Road, Lewes, BN7 2BY.

Programme

Abstract of talks, and speakers’ biographies

Entry: Symposium fee for the day is £30 (£20 for full-time and award-bearing students). Please book using Eventbrite.

The fee includes coffee/tea at the start of the day and during the morning and afternoon breaks​. You are welcome to bring your own lunch, or there are a variety of shops in the area where you can purchase refreshments.

The Battlefields Trust History Day

The South London and South East Region’s first history day will be held in the Lewes Town Hall Meeting Room. The theme of the study day is ‘Conflict on the South Coast’ and the speaker programme is as follows:

Professor Andrew Fitzpatrick: The Roman invasions – the latest evidence for 54 BC and AD 43 Landing Sites

Julian Humphrys: The battle of Hastings – an up to date interpretation

Dr Sophie Ambler: The battle of Lewes – including Simon de Montfort’s crucial role

Dan Moorhouse: French raids in the 14th and 15th centuries – their impact on Lewes and Coastal towns

Venue: Lewes Town Hall (Meeting Room), High Street, Lewes, BN7 2QS. Lewes Town Hall is approximately 200 yards from the Railway Station and car park. Entrance to the Meeting Room is in Fisher Street.

Schedule: Registration is from 10.00am and the first talk is 10.30am. The meeting finishes at 4.00pm. Tea, coffee, and biscuits are provided. A midday break of 90 minutes will enable participants to visit the Town (Museums, Castle and Cafes) and purchase lunch.

Entry: Advance registration is necessary and the cost per participant will be £25.00. Please book using Eventbrite

For any further information, please phone John Freeman, 07957 829997.