A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2026 Long Man Lecture yesterday. Raksha Dave delivered a thought-provoking talk challenging us to rethink our relationship with the past and archaeology today, followed by a lively discussion with President Mike Pitts and the audience.

Join us for an online talk with maritime historian Cathryn Pearce, exploring the 1800 wreck of HMS Brazen and how Brighton and Newhaven communities experienced and still remember the tragedy 225 years later. Tue 17 March, 7.30pm 🎟 Members - free / £5 non-members Book here: tinyurl.com/47k2b9k8

Spring Talk: Steyning Scandals with Dr Janet Pennington Discover the hidden scandals of Steyning (1547–1947) in this online talk exploring the town’s secrets, intrigue and surprises. 📅 17 Feb, 7.30pm (Zoom) 🎟 Free for Members | £5 non-members Book: sussexpast.co.uk/event/spring...

Join us at this evening's Spring Talk with Simon Stevens, and you'll get to hear more about this fantastic day of archaeology and living history in Bexhill! 🏺 Book tickets for tonight's talk (7.30pm via Zoom) here: sussexpast.co.uk/event/spring...

Raksha Dave is our 2026 Long Man Lecturer. In A Conscious Uncoupling, she explores power, voice and responsibility in public archaeology - and why it matters now. 26 March, 7.30pm, @ ACCA, Falmer. Find out more and book: sussexpast.co.uk/event/long-m...

Our Spring Talk Series is back! 🌿 Join our online talks exploring Sussex archaeology & heritage, with the first on Tue 3 Feb: Simon Stevens – A powerful look at the WWI Training Camp at Cooden, revealed through recent archaeological excavations. Tickets: £0-£5. More here: sussexpast.co.uk/whats-on/

📚 This Weekend: Lewes Castle secondhand book sale – 17–18 Jan, all books £1! Mostly non-fiction (medieval, local history, prehistory, archaeology) with a few fiction titles. In the Education Room under the Barbican Tower– follow signage from the main entrance. 10am to 4pm.

Many will know Raksha Dave from her Channel 4 series Hidden Wonders, hosted by Sandi Toksvig, which uncovers extraordinary archaeological discoveries and the surprising stories behind them. Watch them online, ahead of the Long Man Lecture on 26 March, Brighton. 🎥Watch here: https://loom.ly/UIC02Fk

📚 Something exciting is coming… Our secondhand book sale at Lewes Castle is back next weekend, 17th and 18th January! Grab a bargain, with all secondhand books priced at just £1.

The countdown is on! ⏳Our Long Man Lecture with Raksha Dave is just a few months away. Join us on 26 March at the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts (ACCA), Brighton, for an evening of archaeology, storytelling, and big ideas. 🎟 Tickets available nowhttps://loom.ly/f0zNR6w

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to be more active, why not take a walk out to the Long Man of Wilmington? Take in some fresh air, enjoy the sweeping views of the South Downs National Park, and ponder one of Sussex’s most intriguing pieces of heritage. 📷 Dr Marc Abraham

It’s a beautifully crisp day in Lewes - the perfect weather to clear the cobwebs. And from the top of the Castle, the views are absolutely stunning on days like this. ❄️

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Autumn has arrived at The Priest House in West Hoathly 🍄 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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 👇

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...

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/

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...

Join us for the final Spring Talk of the season, all about the Long Man of Wilmington! 🏛️ Prof. Martin Bell & Chris Butler explore its origins, context & new theories. 📅 Tues 25 Feb, 7.30pm (Zoom) 🔗 Book now: sussexpast.co.uk/event/spring...

This #ValentinesDay, discover a love token from the past, recorded by the Sussex Finds Liaison Team. From the 15th-17th centuries, lovers exchanged posy rings - gold or silver bands engraved with romantic messages. This 17th C ring, found near Chichester reads: "Hurt not ye ❤️ hoos joy thou art."

#OnThisDay 200 years ago, Gideon Mantell’s paper introduced Iguanodon as the first identified herbivorous dinosaur, recognised from its teeth! His discovery began in 1822 when he & his wife Mary-Ann found large fossilised teeth in #WestSussex

Why were wild boar so important in ancient Sussex? This tiny copper-alloy boar (50 BC–100 AD) is one of many found in Sussex - but was it a statue, a sacred object, or something more? Join Dr Reb Ellis-Haken tomorrow for our next Spring Talk! 📅 Tues 4 Feb, 7.30pm via Zoom

🐷 Why were pig figurines so popular in Iron Age & Roman Sussex? Fashion, ritual, or local identity? Join Dr Reb Ellis-Haken for a fascinating talk exploring these mysterious finds! 📅 Tues 4 Feb, 7. 30pm, Zoom 🔗 Book here: sussexpast.co.uk/event/spring...

Just announced: Long Man Lecture 2025 with renowned author and cultural historian and academic, Prof. Alexandra Harris. . Neighbours Through Time - Local Lives, Infinite Visions. Who has been here before us, looking up at the Sussex hills? What did they see? 8th April, ACCA Brighton

What secrets lie beneath Priory Park in #Chichester? Find out at our first Spring Talk tomorrow evening! Tuesday 21st January - book here: sussexpast.co.uk/event/spring...

The remains of a late 3rd century AD hypocaust at Fishbourne Roman Palace in West Sussex. The palace burnt down before the hypocaust and room could be finished. 📸 My own. #RomanSiteSaturday #RomanBritain #Archaeology

Book tickets now for our Spring Talk series! Kicking us off is James Kenny on 21st January as he explores the latest findings from the Priory Park Archaeology Project, an eight-year collaboration uncovering significant Roman and medieval sites in Chichester.

Mediaeval tile thought to depict King Edward I on display at Lewes #Museum of Sussex Archaeology @sussexpast.bsky.social for #TilesOnTuesday

Find out how three university students are transforming our understanding of @romanpalace.bsky.social: the-past.com/shorts/the-p...

Almost 100 years ago to this day, a devastating fire engulfed the Tudor wing of Michelham Priory near #Hailsham. Discovered by the chef, Mr. Overton, it likely started from a beam catching fire in the dining room chimney.

Treat the heritage enthusiast in your life to a bundle of five books from the fantastic South Downs Book Series. For just £20, the recipient will receive five books that focus on many aspects of the South Downs National Park throughout time.