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Priory Park and Ruins

Free activities for children and families. Lewes castle. Playground. Suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs
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A lovely setting for a picnic!

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Children and adults alike will love exploring the impressive remains of this 11th century monastery. The detailed interpretation panels allow you to walk in the footsteps of medieval monks and imagine how the buildings once looked. 


  • Explore the ruins and learn about the day-to-day life of the monks

  • Visit the kitchen garden. See the plants which the monks would have used for medicinal, culinary and ceremonial purposes. 

  • Discover the play park (best suited to under 8's)

  • Soak up the sun in the beautifully landscaped grounds

Children and adults alike will love exploring the impressive remains of this 11th century monastery. The detailed interpretation panels allow you to walk in the footsteps of medieval monks and imagine how the buildings once looked. 


  • Explore the ruins and learn about the day-to-day life of the monks

  • Visit the kitchen garden. See the plants which the monks would have used for medicinal, culinary and ceremonial purposes. 

  • Discover the play park (best suited to under 8's)

  • Soak up the sun in the beautifully landscaped grounds

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KEY INFO:

ADMISSION:

FREE!!

SUITABLE FOR:

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LOCATION:

Cockshut Road, Southover, Lewes. If driving, use postcode BN7 2XA - Mountfield Road car park

PARKING:

Charges apply

AMENITIES:

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DISTANCE:

OPEN:

All day, every day.

LOCATION MAP
ROUTE MAP AVAILABLE
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The delightful, well-kept setting makes this a wonderful place to visit for an hour or so - particularly on a sunny day. There is a decent play park in the field behind the ruins and the level, smooth paths are wheel-friendly and perfect for toddlers. 


Dogs are welcome and allowed off the lead, provided they are kept under control. 


Please note, the nearest public toilets are in Southover Grange Gardens (BN7 1TL) - a 5 minute walk from Mountfield Road car park

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