Welcome to Lewes
Lewes is famous for its beautiful Norman Castle, which towers over the High Street along with Anne of Cleves House, part of the annulment settlement for Queen Anne from Henry VIII.
Lewes is home to a wealth of creative industries and the vibrant patronage of the arts can be felt through the character of its lanes and twittens, as you wander through the town. Have a pint of Harvey’s, the local brew, and take in some music in one of the many friendly pubs in the area.
Lewes Castle
Lewes is famous for its beautiful Norman Castle, which towers over the High Street along with Anne of Cleves House, part of the annulment settlement for Queen Anne from Henry VIII. The character of Lewes is such that it can boast the first assembly of Parliament!
Location is Everything
From Southdowns Park you will have the privilege of taking in some of the most incredible views in the area stretching across the town from Lewes Castle to Mount Caburn and Lewes Golf Club on the hilltops behind.
Southdowns Park is ideally located just a short walk along the river from the historic Cliffe High Street where you will find a fabulous selection of independent, shops, bars and restaurants. Opposite is a vast open park, with towering trees that leads onto the banks of the River Ouse. Jenners Way connects Cliffe & Wileys Bridges, which sit at the centre of the Egrets Way.
This stunning river walk stretches south of Lewes through Piddinghoe, Rodmell and Southease and continues north towards Offham & Hamsey.
Easy Commute
Southdowns Park is perfectly placed for the commuter with Lewes Station less than a mile away. From Lewes you will be able to get direct trains to London and along the South Coast.
By road Lewes can be reached easily via the A27 with links to the M23 and other major A roads in the South East.
Train Times
Lewes to Brighton - 16 minutes
Lewes to London Victoria - 65 minutes
Lewes to Gatwick - 31 minutes
Lewes to Haywards Heath - 16 minutes
Lewes to Seaford - 17 minutes
Lewes to Eastbourne - 20 minutes
Brighton & Hove
Brighton & Hove has a rich natural landscape being perfectly positioned between the countryside and the coast, with undoubtedly some of the most striking architecture in the country.
Underlying the city’s obvious aesthetic appeal, is the sense of fun and creativity, which seems to draw so many people to live here.
Lewes
Where community comes naturally
Southdowns Park, South Downs Rd, Lewes BN7 2XZ