Sussex Past Members are invited to get involved with The South Downs NT #ChangingChalk Project. From 9-12th July, take part in a free Aerial Identification and Earthwork Survey Course at Saddlescombe Farm, with classroom learning & fieldwork. More info: sussexpast.co.uk/changing-chalk…

At first glance this monochrome bucolic landscape appears to be a print, but on closer inspection the medium is rather more macabre, as the image is made from...? Any guesses? Currently on display at PriestHouse WHoathly

Our #SussexGuardiansAppeal is off to a flying start with over £4,000 raised for our heritage properties. Our Friends societies and Trustees pledged £12,500, but we need your help to match it and reach £25k. How you can help: 1️⃣ Make a donation 2️⃣ RT! 🔗bit.ly/4cA1Kc1

We've got an exciting weekend ahead, with The Pastores Ensemble on Friday evening at Anne of Cleves House, and the National Garden Scheme Open Day on Saturday at PriestHouse WHoathly 🌸 We hope you can join us! Find out more at sussexpast.co.uk/whats-on

Did you catch our General Manager, Greg Talbot, on #BBCRadioSussex? He discussed our Sussex Guardians Appeal, aiming to match fund £12.5k pledged by Friends and Trustees. 🔊 bit.ly/3VJVwQ7 Donate: bit.ly/4cA1Kc1

As the cricket season gets into full swing now’s the perfect time to enjoy this year’s exhibition on local cricket. Come and discover the story of Jasper Vinall and much more! #cricket #sussex

Did you spot Fishbourne Roman Palace on ITVNewsMeridian yesterday? ITV’s Chloe Oliver recently caught up with Curator, Dr Rob Symmons to learn all about the discovery and importance of this 2,000-year-old Roman site near #Chichester. Take a look here: bit.ly/4eSqCxH #Sussex

Join the Friends of Fishbourne Roman Palace this Saturday at 2pm for a fascinating talk led by Osteoarchaeologist Lesley Johnson on lepers and leprosy in medieval times. Free for members, £5 for non-members. Book here: sussexpast.co.uk/event/friends-…

Join us at the Contemporary Craft Show at Michelham Priory, 26-28 July, 10am-5pm. Enjoy Sussex's finest crafts, live demos, and beautiful surroundings. Free for Sussex Past members, £10 adults, £5 children. More info: sussexpast.co.uk/event/contempo…

There's just one month left until our #Sussex Guardians Appeal ends and we're more than 75% towards reaching our target of £25,000, but we still need your help! No donation is too big or too small, so please consider donating. Find out more: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/the-sussex-a…

Spotlight on PriestHouse WHoathly ✨ Built in the 1420s by Lewes Priory and once owned by Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. Explore its evolution to a museum with 17th-19th century treasures and stroll the delightful cottage garden. More about visiting: bit.ly/3LRiMqC 📷 Mike Anton

Dive into history this week with family fun at our heritage properties! 📜🎭 Tues: Outdoor theatre at Michelham Priory (2:30pm & 6pm) Wed: Kids' 'History Hunter' activities at Michelham Priory (kids go free!) Thurs: Historic Hijinks at Fishbourne Roman Palace 🔗bit.ly/3LSqnVX

Do you want to play a leading role in providing strategic oversight to guide the development of The Sussex Archaeological Society? The search is on for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join our Board of Trustees. Apply by 6th Oct. Find out more: bit.ly/3SCXyRl

This Sunday, everyone’s invited to The Priest House Vintage Tea Party! Starting at 2.30pm, with lots of lovely home-made cakes and tea in the beautiful museum garden with museum entry included for £8 per person - join us for a splendid afternoon out in West Hoathly.

Due to technical issues, ticket sales on our website are currently down. We also advise anyone visiting us tomorrow to bring cash for any purchases you may like to make. Apologies for the inconvenience, we hope to be back up and running as soon as possible!

Make the most of the sunshine and enjoy a peaceful day at #MichelhamPriory this weekend ☀️ Serene gardens, fascinating history and more, nestled in the Cuckmere Valley, near #Hailsham. Find out more about visiting: bit.ly/4caV4RU

Thanks to everyone who’s donated to our Sussex Guardians Appeal. We've extended our deadline because we're so close! We've reached 80% of our £25,000 target, but we still need your help. Please donate to preserve these iconic heritage properties. crowdfunder.co.uk/p/sussex-guard…

Do you want to play a leading role in providing strategic oversight to guide the development of The Sussex Archaeological Society? The search is on for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join our Board of Trustees. More: sussexpast.co.uk/new-trustees-s…

During the Crimean War, Lewes hosted 340 Finnish and Russian POWs, inspiring the folk song ‘Oolannin sota.’ As thanks, the town received a special cannon as a gift, which now stands in the Gun Garden of Lewes Castle.

We're so excited to be part of the national #HeritageOpenDays scheme once again! 🎉 Get ready to explore the historic Marlipins Museum in #Shoreham, #Lewes Castle & Museum, and Anne of Cleves House Museum, absolutely free of charge! Discover more: sussexpast.co.uk/heritage-open-…