Sussex Past
@sussexpast.bsky.social
Registered charity which works to ensure people can enjoy, learn about and have access to the heritage of Sussex.
We’re thrilled to announce our 2026 Long Man Lecture speaker: Raksha Dave! 🎉Raksha is an archaeologist, author, broadcaster, and current President of the Council for British Archaeology. Thurs 26th March 2026, ACCA, Brighton. Early Bird tickets now on sale, starting at £10: https://loom.ly/f0zNR6w
November 14, 2025 at 7:38 PM
We’re thrilled to announce our 2026 Long Man Lecture speaker: Raksha Dave! 🎉Raksha is an archaeologist, author, broadcaster, and current President of the Council for British Archaeology. Thurs 26th March 2026, ACCA, Brighton. Early Bird tickets now on sale, starting at £10: https://loom.ly/f0zNR6w
We’re thrilled to welcome Amanda Pickard as the new Director of Fishbourne Roman Palace, starting 27 Oct! Amanda joins us from English Heritage, bringing experience from Osborne House, Carisbrooke Castle, and beyond. We’re delighted to have her on board and can’t wait to see her expertise in action.
October 22, 2025 at 12:14 PM
We’re thrilled to welcome Amanda Pickard as the new Director of Fishbourne Roman Palace, starting 27 Oct! Amanda joins us from English Heritage, bringing experience from Osborne House, Carisbrooke Castle, and beyond. We’re delighted to have her on board and can’t wait to see her expertise in action.
There are just two more weekends until The Priest House closes for the season. Don't miss out on visiting this charming hidden gem, nestled in the historic village of West Hoathly.
Plan your visit: https://loom.ly/HVDpaOY
📷 Mike Anton
Plan your visit: https://loom.ly/HVDpaOY
📷 Mike Anton
October 18, 2025 at 8:47 AM
There are just two more weekends until The Priest House closes for the season. Don't miss out on visiting this charming hidden gem, nestled in the historic village of West Hoathly.
Plan your visit: https://loom.ly/HVDpaOY
📷 Mike Anton
Plan your visit: https://loom.ly/HVDpaOY
📷 Mike Anton
Speaker Spotlight: Professor Martin Bell
Once a 14-year-old volunteer at the 1967 Bishopstone Saxon cemetery dig, Martin Bell now leads its long-overdue publication. Hear more about this important work at our Annual Conference on 8th Nov. More and book tickets: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
Once a 14-year-old volunteer at the 1967 Bishopstone Saxon cemetery dig, Martin Bell now leads its long-overdue publication. Hear more about this important work at our Annual Conference on 8th Nov. More and book tickets: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
October 17, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Speaker Spotlight: Professor Martin Bell
Once a 14-year-old volunteer at the 1967 Bishopstone Saxon cemetery dig, Martin Bell now leads its long-overdue publication. Hear more about this important work at our Annual Conference on 8th Nov. More and book tickets: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
Once a 14-year-old volunteer at the 1967 Bishopstone Saxon cemetery dig, Martin Bell now leads its long-overdue publication. Hear more about this important work at our Annual Conference on 8th Nov. More and book tickets: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
This time next week, we’ll be welcoming Daryl Holter, Sussex Police’s Heritage Crime Officer, to kick off our first Autumn Talk of the season!
Join us as Daryl shares insights on “Heritage Crime: The Threats to Our Shared Heritage”.
14 October, 7.30pm via Zoom. More: https://loom.ly/PabgNA8
Join us as Daryl shares insights on “Heritage Crime: The Threats to Our Shared Heritage”.
14 October, 7.30pm via Zoom. More: https://loom.ly/PabgNA8
October 7, 2025 at 5:22 PM
This time next week, we’ll be welcoming Daryl Holter, Sussex Police’s Heritage Crime Officer, to kick off our first Autumn Talk of the season!
Join us as Daryl shares insights on “Heritage Crime: The Threats to Our Shared Heritage”.
14 October, 7.30pm via Zoom. More: https://loom.ly/PabgNA8
Join us as Daryl shares insights on “Heritage Crime: The Threats to Our Shared Heritage”.
14 October, 7.30pm via Zoom. More: https://loom.ly/PabgNA8
We're delighted to announce the first instalment of our Autumn Talk Series. Join us on Tuesday 14th October, as we're joined by Daryl Holter, Heritage Crime Officer for Sussex Police. Book your ticket here:
https://loom.ly/PabgNA8
https://loom.ly/PabgNA8
September 29, 2025 at 4:50 PM
We're delighted to announce the first instalment of our Autumn Talk Series. Join us on Tuesday 14th October, as we're joined by Daryl Holter, Heritage Crime Officer for Sussex Police. Book your ticket here:
https://loom.ly/PabgNA8
https://loom.ly/PabgNA8
Speaker Spotlight: Sue Harrington
At our Annual Conference, Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record, Sue will explore the 5th–6th century burials at Highdown Hill - a site famed for its exquisite glass vessels and Quoit Brooch Style artefacts.
Book now: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
At our Annual Conference, Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record, Sue will explore the 5th–6th century burials at Highdown Hill - a site famed for its exquisite glass vessels and Quoit Brooch Style artefacts.
Book now: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
September 28, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Speaker Spotlight: Sue Harrington
At our Annual Conference, Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record, Sue will explore the 5th–6th century burials at Highdown Hill - a site famed for its exquisite glass vessels and Quoit Brooch Style artefacts.
Book now: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
At our Annual Conference, Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record, Sue will explore the 5th–6th century burials at Highdown Hill - a site famed for its exquisite glass vessels and Quoit Brooch Style artefacts.
Book now: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
Autumn has arrived at The Priest House in West Hoathly 🍄
Find out more about visiting: https://loom.ly/HVDpaOY
Find out more about visiting: https://loom.ly/HVDpaOY
September 27, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Autumn has arrived at The Priest House in West Hoathly 🍄
Find out more about visiting: https://loom.ly/HVDpaOY
Find out more about visiting: https://loom.ly/HVDpaOY
We are recruiting new Trustees and Committee Members! Play a key role in shaping the future of our historic sites across Sussex. We're especially seeking experience in fundraising, education, or heritage property, or a particular interest in one of our properties. More: https://loom.ly/_2uYlP4
New Trustees and Committee Members Sought for The Sussex Archaeological Society - Sussex Past
Could you play an integral role in providing strategic oversight and governance to The Sussex Archaeological Society? If so, we would love to hear from you! The Sussex Archaeological Society (a company limited by guarantee and registered as a charity) was founded in 1846 and is believed to be the oldest society of its type … Continued
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August 31, 2025 at 11:01 AM
We are recruiting new Trustees and Committee Members! Play a key role in shaping the future of our historic sites across Sussex. We're especially seeking experience in fundraising, education, or heritage property, or a particular interest in one of our properties. More: https://loom.ly/_2uYlP4
What can the cemeteries, landscapes, and artefacts of Sussex tell us about life between the end of Roman Britain and the eve of the Norman Conquest? 🏺 Join us on Sat 8 Nov for our Annual Conference - Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record.
More here: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
More here: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
The Sussex Archaeological Society Conference - Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record - Sussex Past
The Sussex Archaeological Society's Annual Conference: Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record on Saturday 8 November at University of Sussex.
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August 24, 2025 at 5:44 PM
What can the cemeteries, landscapes, and artefacts of Sussex tell us about life between the end of Roman Britain and the eve of the Norman Conquest? 🏺 Join us on Sat 8 Nov for our Annual Conference - Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record.
More here: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
More here: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
We are very pleased to announce that Natasha Williams, joining us from English Heritage, has been appointed as the Society’s new Director of Lewes Properties, starting in September. We can't wait to welcome her to the team!
August 6, 2025 at 4:31 PM
We are very pleased to announce that Natasha Williams, joining us from English Heritage, has been appointed as the Society’s new Director of Lewes Properties, starting in September. We can't wait to welcome her to the team!
We are recruiting new Trustees and Committee Members! Play a key role in shaping the future of our historic sites across Sussex. We're especially seeking experience in fundraising, education, or heritage property, or a particular interest in one of our properties. More: https://loom.ly/_2uYlP4
New Trustees and Committee Members Sought for The Sussex Archaeological Society - Sussex Past
Could you play an integral role in providing strategic oversight and governance to The Sussex Archaeological Society? If so, we would love to hear from you! The Sussex Archaeological Society (a company limited by guarantee and registered as a charity) was founded in 1846 and is believed to be the oldest society of its type … Continued
sussexpast.co.uk
August 5, 2025 at 1:10 PM
We are recruiting new Trustees and Committee Members! Play a key role in shaping the future of our historic sites across Sussex. We're especially seeking experience in fundraising, education, or heritage property, or a particular interest in one of our properties. More: https://loom.ly/_2uYlP4
Just announced 📣 The Sussex Archaeological Society Annual Conference: Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record
Join us for a day of fascinating insight into the Early Medieval period in Sussex. Tickets start at £20, and can be booked here: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
Join us for a day of fascinating insight into the Early Medieval period in Sussex. Tickets start at £20, and can be booked here: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
The Sussex Archaeological Society Conference - Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record - Sussex Past
The Sussex Archaeological Society's Annual Conference: Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record on Saturday 8 November at University of Sussex.
sussexpast.co.uk
July 23, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Just announced 📣 The Sussex Archaeological Society Annual Conference: Sūþseaxna: New Research from the Early Medieval Record
Join us for a day of fascinating insight into the Early Medieval period in Sussex. Tickets start at £20, and can be booked here: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
Join us for a day of fascinating insight into the Early Medieval period in Sussex. Tickets start at £20, and can be booked here: https://loom.ly/rqlnFNI
Are you ready for a new challenge?
We're looking for two senior leaders ready to drive meaningful change at one of Sussex’s oldest heritage organisations. Deadline for applications is 4 August at midnight.
Find out more and apply: https://loom.ly/IMnoQpY
We're looking for two senior leaders ready to drive meaningful change at one of Sussex’s oldest heritage organisations. Deadline for applications is 4 August at midnight.
Find out more and apply: https://loom.ly/IMnoQpY
July 1, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Are you ready for a new challenge?
We're looking for two senior leaders ready to drive meaningful change at one of Sussex’s oldest heritage organisations. Deadline for applications is 4 August at midnight.
Find out more and apply: https://loom.ly/IMnoQpY
We're looking for two senior leaders ready to drive meaningful change at one of Sussex’s oldest heritage organisations. Deadline for applications is 4 August at midnight.
Find out more and apply: https://loom.ly/IMnoQpY
Dr Matt Pope, Vice Chair of The Sussex Archaeological Society, spoke at a Blue Plaque unveiling on 21st June in Hove, celebrating E. Cecil Curwen’s legacy in British #archaeology. Discover more about this tribute and Richard's efforts here: https://loom.ly/896_IS4
June 30, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Dr Matt Pope, Vice Chair of The Sussex Archaeological Society, spoke at a Blue Plaque unveiling on 21st June in Hove, celebrating E. Cecil Curwen’s legacy in British #archaeology. Discover more about this tribute and Richard's efforts here: https://loom.ly/896_IS4
The Priest House Open Garden tomorrow, Sat 28 June 🌼
As part of the #NationalGardenScheme, which raises money for charities like Macmillan Cancer Support and Parkinson's UK, our beautiful cottage garden will be open for visitors, and there'll be tea and cake to enjoy ☕🍰 https://loom.ly/CoC0RbQ
As part of the #NationalGardenScheme, which raises money for charities like Macmillan Cancer Support and Parkinson's UK, our beautiful cottage garden will be open for visitors, and there'll be tea and cake to enjoy ☕🍰 https://loom.ly/CoC0RbQ
June 27, 2025 at 5:50 PM
The Priest House Open Garden tomorrow, Sat 28 June 🌼
As part of the #NationalGardenScheme, which raises money for charities like Macmillan Cancer Support and Parkinson's UK, our beautiful cottage garden will be open for visitors, and there'll be tea and cake to enjoy ☕🍰 https://loom.ly/CoC0RbQ
As part of the #NationalGardenScheme, which raises money for charities like Macmillan Cancer Support and Parkinson's UK, our beautiful cottage garden will be open for visitors, and there'll be tea and cake to enjoy ☕🍰 https://loom.ly/CoC0RbQ
Love Sussex’s history? Join our amazing volunteer team at Sussex Past! Whether you’re welcoming visitors, helping in our gift shops, or supporting behind the scenes, you’ll gain new skills, meet like-minded people, and help preserve our local heritage. Find out more: https://loom.ly/WX8UtX8
Volunteering with Sussex Past - Sussex Past
Want to make friends, contribute to the community and help preserve Sussex’s past? Volunteer with The Sussex Archaeological Society. Recruiting now!
sussexpast.co.uk
June 26, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Love Sussex’s history? Join our amazing volunteer team at Sussex Past! Whether you’re welcoming visitors, helping in our gift shops, or supporting behind the scenes, you’ll gain new skills, meet like-minded people, and help preserve our local heritage. Find out more: https://loom.ly/WX8UtX8
Could you be our next Membership Officer? This temporary part-time role is based in Lewes, hybrid working available. You'll be the primary point of contact for our Members, engaging with supporters and contributing to the Society's future direction. Apply by 2nd July. More: https://loom.ly/IMnoQpY
June 20, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Could you be our next Membership Officer? This temporary part-time role is based in Lewes, hybrid working available. You'll be the primary point of contact for our Members, engaging with supporters and contributing to the Society's future direction. Apply by 2nd July. More: https://loom.ly/IMnoQpY
It’s #VolunteersWeek and we’re celebrating the amazing people who donate their time to bring Sussex’s history to life.
From tours to gardening, our volunteers do it all – thank you!
Want to join them? Explore our current roles across #Sussex:
🔗 sussexpast.co.uk/become-a-vol...
From tours to gardening, our volunteers do it all – thank you!
Want to join them? Explore our current roles across #Sussex:
🔗 sussexpast.co.uk/become-a-vol...
June 2, 2025 at 4:47 PM
It’s #VolunteersWeek and we’re celebrating the amazing people who donate their time to bring Sussex’s history to life.
From tours to gardening, our volunteers do it all – thank you!
Want to join them? Explore our current roles across #Sussex:
🔗 sussexpast.co.uk/become-a-vol...
From tours to gardening, our volunteers do it all – thank you!
Want to join them? Explore our current roles across #Sussex:
🔗 sussexpast.co.uk/become-a-vol...
Exciting news – we’ve launched a brand new volunteering initiative! 🎉
Got a few hours to spare each week? Whether you’re passionate about helping visitors create memories, getting stuck in with maintenance, or supporting educational activities, there’s a role to suit everyone. Find out more 👇
Got a few hours to spare each week? Whether you’re passionate about helping visitors create memories, getting stuck in with maintenance, or supporting educational activities, there’s a role to suit everyone. Find out more 👇
Volunteering with Sussex Past - Sussex Past
Want to make friends, contribute to the community and help preserve Sussex’s past? Volunteer with The Sussex Archaeological Society. Recruiting now!
sussexpast.co.uk
May 29, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Exciting news – we’ve launched a brand new volunteering initiative! 🎉
Got a few hours to spare each week? Whether you’re passionate about helping visitors create memories, getting stuck in with maintenance, or supporting educational activities, there’s a role to suit everyone. Find out more 👇
Got a few hours to spare each week? Whether you’re passionate about helping visitors create memories, getting stuck in with maintenance, or supporting educational activities, there’s a role to suit everyone. Find out more 👇
What an evening! Huge thanks to all who joined the Long Man Lecture. Prof. Alexandra Harris shared rich, moving insights into how landscapes shape memory and imagination.
April 9, 2025 at 7:53 AM
What an evening! Huge thanks to all who joined the Long Man Lecture. Prof. Alexandra Harris shared rich, moving insights into how landscapes shape memory and imagination.
Hop into history this Easter with Sussex Past 🐣🏰
From dino egg hunts & Roman rabbit trails to animal encounters & hands-on crafts – family fun awaits at @romanpalace.bsky.social, Michelham Priory & Lewes Castle.
Explore, play, discover: sussexpast.co.uk/easter-susse...
From dino egg hunts & Roman rabbit trails to animal encounters & hands-on crafts – family fun awaits at @romanpalace.bsky.social, Michelham Priory & Lewes Castle.
Explore, play, discover: sussexpast.co.uk/easter-susse...
Hop into history this Easter with Sussex Past - Sussex Past
This Easter, Sussex Past invites families to spring into action with a range of egg-citing events across three of Sussex’s most fascinating heritage sites
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April 4, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Hop into history this Easter with Sussex Past 🐣🏰
From dino egg hunts & Roman rabbit trails to animal encounters & hands-on crafts – family fun awaits at @romanpalace.bsky.social, Michelham Priory & Lewes Castle.
Explore, play, discover: sussexpast.co.uk/easter-susse...
From dino egg hunts & Roman rabbit trails to animal encounters & hands-on crafts – family fun awaits at @romanpalace.bsky.social, Michelham Priory & Lewes Castle.
Explore, play, discover: sussexpast.co.uk/easter-susse...
Who walked these hills before us, and what stories did they leave behind?
The Long Man Lecture is just around the corner! Join Prof Alexandra Harris on Tue 8 Apr. Discover how generations have shaped Sussex at our annual fundraiser.
Book now: sussexpast.co.uk/event/the-long-man-lecture-2025/
The Long Man Lecture is just around the corner! Join Prof Alexandra Harris on Tue 8 Apr. Discover how generations have shaped Sussex at our annual fundraiser.
Book now: sussexpast.co.uk/event/the-long-man-lecture-2025/
March 28, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Who walked these hills before us, and what stories did they leave behind?
The Long Man Lecture is just around the corner! Join Prof Alexandra Harris on Tue 8 Apr. Discover how generations have shaped Sussex at our annual fundraiser.
Book now: sussexpast.co.uk/event/the-long-man-lecture-2025/
The Long Man Lecture is just around the corner! Join Prof Alexandra Harris on Tue 8 Apr. Discover how generations have shaped Sussex at our annual fundraiser.
Book now: sussexpast.co.uk/event/the-long-man-lecture-2025/
Incredible achievement! Well done @romanpalace.bsky.social 👏
🥳🎉🍾
We only went and won a thing!! 🤩
(Well, Highly Commended, but we're not counting).
A Collections Trust award for our GIS project that enables us to answer every question about the Palace that we ever had. See @currentarchaeology.bsky.social issue 419 for more info.
Congrats to all involved!
We only went and won a thing!! 🤩
(Well, Highly Commended, but we're not counting).
A Collections Trust award for our GIS project that enables us to answer every question about the Palace that we ever had. See @currentarchaeology.bsky.social issue 419 for more info.
Congrats to all involved!
March 13, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Incredible achievement! Well done @romanpalace.bsky.social 👏
One of our beloved heritage properties, The Priest House in West Hoathly reopens for the season this weekend and we can't wait to welcome visitors once again.
Plan your visit here: sussexpast.co.uk/attraction/t...
Plan your visit here: sussexpast.co.uk/attraction/t...
February 26, 2025 at 4:15 PM
One of our beloved heritage properties, The Priest House in West Hoathly reopens for the season this weekend and we can't wait to welcome visitors once again.
Plan your visit here: sussexpast.co.uk/attraction/t...
Plan your visit here: sussexpast.co.uk/attraction/t...