High above the medieval streets stands Lewes Castle, begun soon after 1066 by William de Warenne as his stronghold in Sussex and added to over the next 300 years, culminating in the magnificent Barbican. Steep climbs to the top of this and the adjacent keep are rewarded with spectacular views. Next door, in Barbican House Museum, explore the archeological history of Sussex and the changing exhibitions in the upper gallery and visit the specialist history and archeological bookshop on the ground floor
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £10.00 per adult |
| Child (5-17)/Student | £5.50 per child |
| Essential Carer | Free |
| Family (1 adult + up to 3 children) | £17.60 per family |
| Family (2 adults + up to 4 children) | £26.00 per family |
| Senior (65+) | £9.00 per concession |
| Under 5s | Free |
Make a day of it with a Combined Ticket - Visit Lewes Castle and Museum and nearby Anne of Cleves House for a discounted rate.
Members of the Sussex Archaeological Society can visit free of charge.
Lewes Castle is located centrally in Lewes off the High Street, a few minutes walk from the bus and railway stations. Lewes is easily accessed from the A27, A26 and A275; drivers using the A27 should enter the town from the eastern end of the Lewes by-pass via the Cuilfail Tunnel. Lewes railway station is served by regular trains from Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings and London.
| Open Tuesday to Sunday (25 Oct 2026 - 1 Nov 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
| Season (2 Nov 2026 - 3 Jan 2027) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
| Season (4 Jan 2027 - 12 Feb 2027) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday - Sunday | Open | |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
* Last admission 30 minutes before closure. Please note, opening times 5th November, 10.00-1.00pm. 21 and 28 December open 10.00-4.00pm.
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