Sussex Past is once again participating in Heritage Open Days this September. Heritage Open Days is England’s largest community led festival of history and culture, involving thousands of individuals and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate local heritage, community and history.
In Sussex, the Heritage Open Days, will take place at three historic properties across East and West Sussex. The year, visitors will be able to access Lewes Castle and Anne of Cleves House in Lewes (East Sussex) and Marlipins Museum in Shoreham-by-Sea (West Sussex). Each will open their doors to welcome people completely free of charge to explore the properties and learn more about their history and culture.
Dates and times of the Sussex Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days at Lewes Castle, East Sussex
“Step into history at Lewes Castle, a Norman stronghold erected post-Battle of Hastings. Ascend The Keep for panoramic views of the South Downs.”
10:00am to 5:00pm: Friday 13 September, Saturday 14 September and Sunday 15 September
Heritage Open Days at Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, East Sussex
“Enjoy an insight into Tudor and Elizabethan life at Anne of Cleves House in Lewes. This stunning timber-framed medieval house dates back to the 15th century.”
10.00am to 4pm: Friday 13 September, Saturday 14 September and Sunday 15 September
Heritage Open Days at Marlipins Museum, Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex
“Explore the oldest secular building in Britain and discover more about the maritime history of Sussex.”
11.00am to 3.00pm: Sunday 08 September and Sunday 15 September
Emma O’Connor, Museums Officer at Sussex Past, said: “As part of our commitment to making Sussex’s rich heritage accessible to all, we are delighted to participate in Heritage Open Days 2024. We warmly invite you to visit three of our wonderful heritage properties during the course of Heritage Open Days where there will be no admission charge and visitors can discover for themselves the fascinating history behind each of them….Whether you are coming as an old friend or a first-time visitor, we look forward to welcoming you to each of these historic buildings for Heritage Open Days.”
NOTE: No pre-booking is required for any of Sussex Past’s Heritage Open Days events.
Where else are there Heritage Open Days?
National Trust, English Heritage and smaller local organisations and charities like The Friends of Lewes, also are running Heritage Open Days to help mark the festival this September.
Discover more Heritage Open Days across East Sussex, including Bodium Castle, Bateman’s and Harveys Brewery.
Looking further afield? Find nationwide Heritage Open Days beyond Sussex!
