May Half Term at Lewes Castle - Knights and Castles
Sun 24 May - Sun 31 May
All activities are included with general admission, making it the perfect family day out this half term. Daily 10am - 5pm
Step into the world of knights and chivalry this May Half Term at Lewes Castle with a programme of family-friendly activities inspired by the age of knights. Young visitors can take on the Knight’s Shield Trail, exploring the castle grounds in search of hidden shields. And throughout the week, children can also train to become a knight by completing fun challenges around the castle. Discover your knightly name, try your hand at sword skills, dress the part, and learn what it takes to ride into battle. Complete the activities to earn your place among the castle’s newest knights.
Storytelling sessions with Trevor will bring myths, legends and traditional tales to life in the atmospheric surroundings of the castle on 25 May, with an additional session at Anne of Cleves House on 27 May.
On 31 May, the Sussex Medieval Society will be on site, offering a fascinating glimpse into medieval life with living history displays and demonstrations.
Lewes Castle & Museum
Lewes
Price
Normal admission prices apply See prices
Carer goes free
About Lewes Castle & Museum
Visit Lewes Castle and the adjoining Museum of Sussex Archaeology to view artefacts from prehistoric to medieval Sussex, plus temporary exhibitions that showcase treasures from our collections
Discover the story of Lewes through a delightful model of the town and short film.
Learn more about Lewes Castle & Museum
Accessibility
Access to the museum: there is a small flight of steps down to the ground floor galleries and another, larger, flight up to those on the first floor. Due to the historic nature of the building there is no lift
The nearest Changing Places toilet is at Friars Walk 0.24 miles away Find the nearest Changing Places toilet
The historic nature of the castle site means access is limited to ground level for anyone who has difficulty walking. There is an accessible pavilion in the Gun Garden with panels depicting the panorama visible from the top of the keep
Blind/Visually Impaired
- Large Print Leaflets / Guides / Menus
Large print information is available at the reception desk and in the galleries.
Some interpretation panels are in braille.
Guide Dogs
- Guide Dogs Welcome
Location
169 High St,
Lewes, BN7 1YE