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Lewes (/ ˈluːɪs / ⓘ) is the county town of East Sussex, England. [note 1] The town is the administrative centre of the wider district of the same name. It lies on the River Ouse at the point where the river cuts through the South Downs. A traditional market town and centre of communications, in 1264 it was the site of the Battle of Lewes.
At the heart of rural Sussex lies the beautiful county town of Lewes - a mixture of the unusual and intriguing and so typically Sussex. Its medieval streets, old English churches and tiny twittens (a Sussex word for alleyway) allow visitors a glimpse into the true essence of bygone Lewes.
Lewes is the market town of East Sussex, located about 8.5 miles North-East of Brighton. It’s famed for its medieval streets, independent retailers and historic features including Lewes Castle and the ruins of Lewes Priory set within Priory Park.
May 1, 2023 · The neat and well-to-do town of Lewes is embedded in a gap in the South Down in East Sussex. Lewes’ Medieval streets are set off beautifully by the neighbouring green hillsides, and poking around the town you’ll come by independent galleries, artist studios and lots of shops you won’t find anywhere else.
Don’t stop! These 10 (11!) places to visit are just your starting point for a visit to Lewes and there’s plenty more to see both in the town and in the surrounding area. If you’re visiting from outside of Sussex, Lewes makes a fantastic, central base from which to explore Sussex and the rich heritage that goes with it.
A warm welcome to our beautiful corner of the South East. Our District has so much to offer: we're surrounded by the beautiful South Downs National Park, and close to miles of unspoilt coastline and beaches. Our towns and villages are full of history, culture and a spirit of independence.
Lewes is the county town of East Sussex with a population of under 20,000. It’s a perfect destination for a day out or as a base from which to explore the Lewes district. Lewes is a small town with a big heart.
You can quite easily spend a day exploring all that Lewes has to offer, from wandering the pretty streets, visiting the gardens and enjoying some heritage and history at the Castle and Anne of Cleves House.
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An ancient market town of steep narrow streets, lined with fine buildings of all periods, from half-timbered Tudor to traditional Sussex tile, brick and flint dwellings.
