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   Lewes (/ ˈ l uː ɪ s / ⓘ) 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 .

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3. www.visitsoutheastengland.com › lewes-p196231Lewes - Town in Lewes, Lewes - Visit South East England

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   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.

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   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.

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   Check out must-see sights and activities: Glyndebourne, Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum, Walking Tours, Historic Sites. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.

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   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.

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7. www.thecrazytourist.com › 15-best-things-to-do-in15 Best Things to Do in Lewes (East Sussex, England)

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   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.

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   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.

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   Where is Lewes in East Sussex?

   • 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.

   15 Best Things to Do in Lewes (East Sussex, England)

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   Is Lewes a good place to visit?

   • 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. There are plenty of things to do in the town of Lewes which makes it a great town to visit for a day out.

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   Why is Lewes a small town?

   • Lewes is a small town with a big heart. Most historians agree that Lewes’ name derives from the Old English ‘hlaews’ (‘hills’ or ‘mounds’) as Lewes is built into the slopes either side of the Ouse Valley, giving its inhabitants sturdy legs to go with their stout hearts.

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   What to do in Lewes in East Sussex?

   • There are lots of things to do in Lewes in East Sussex. Lewes is a great place to shop with so many independent, antique and quirky shops. It’s also the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat or a drink in one of our historic pubs. Lewes also boasts a working brewery situated in the heart of the town.

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   What is Lewes known for?

   • The town's landmarks include Lewes Castle, Lewes Priory, Bull House (the former home of Thomas Paine), Southover Grange and public gardens, and a 16th-century timber-framed Wealden hall house known as Anne of Cleves House. Other notable features of the area include the Glyndebourne festival, the Lewes Bonfire celebrations and the Lewes Pound.

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   How many tiers of local government are there in Lewes?

   • There are three tiers of local government covering Lewes, at parish (town), district and county level: Lewes Town Council, Lewes District Council and East Sussex County Council. The town council is based at Lewes Town Hall on the High Street.

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