Lewes Collection (#8)

Model of skull of Piltdown man (Eanothropus dawsoni) as reconstructed by Dr Smith Woodward. Dark areas are from the original fossil, the light are the restored areas

Brighton, Lewes and Hastings Railway: Viaduct across the Preston Road, Brighton, changing and dominating the landscape. From The Illustrated London News, London, 13 June 1846

Places Near Hastings Visited by the British Archeological Association: Lewes, Hurstmonceaux, Pevensey, Camber, Battle, Hastings, Bodiam, Rye, Winchelsea, Uk, 1866

Lewes Castle, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

GEORGE HENRY LEWES (1817-1878). English philosopher and critic. Wood engraving, 19th century

Railway Jack and his Surgeon
Portraits of Railway Jack (with his front left leg amputated) and his Surgeon, a Mr R. A. Stock. Railway Jack, owned by a station-master Mr F. G

George Henry Lewes - English Philosopher and Critic
George Henry Lewes (1817-1878) - an English philosopher and critic of literature and theatre. Lewes was the husband of the novelist George Eliot. Date: circa 1875

St. Pancras Priory
The ruins of St. Pancras Priory, Lewes, Sussex, England, founded by William and Gundrada de Warenne, the only Cluniac monastery in the county of Sussex. Date: founded 1077

Greenwich Meridian marker
Metal plate in the pavement on Western Road, Lewes, East Sussex, marking nought degree longitude - i.e. the Greenwich Meridian - which passes through this location

1822 Gideon Mantell Letter Castle Place
A letter from Gideon Mantell shortly after his discovery of Iguanodon - then only the second dinosaur discovery, and before the announcement of the first Megalosaurus by William Buckland

Union Workhouse, Lewes, Sussex
The Lewes Union workhouse, erected in In 1868 on De Montfort Road, Lewes, Sussex. In 1902, after its closure as a workhouse

Lewes, Sussex
Distant view of Lewes, nestling in the Sussex Downs

George Henry Lewes
GEORGE HENRY LEWES English philosopher and critic; partner of George Eliot

The Brighton viaduct across the Preston Road
The Brighton, Lewes and Hastings Railway opened to Lewes. Train crossing the Brighton viaduct across the Preston Road. The first stone was laid by W. Nash, the chairman of Midland Railway in 1845

Anne of Cleves House
This traditional Wealden type building, known as the Porched House, at Southover, Lewes, Sussex, was given to Anne of Cleves in 1541, following her divorce from Henry VIII (1540)

Sussex Shop Fronts
Fine examples of Sussex architecture - shop fronts in one of the streets of Lewes, Sussex, England

Harveys Brewery shop on Cliffe High Street, with the Brewery behind, Lewes, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Figure on a pathway leading up a hill in the South Downs, near Lewes, Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Lewes Theatre 1804
Theatre at Lewes

Fireman / Lewes Circa 1890
A Fireman, Lewes

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"Lewes: A Historic Town Brimming with Tradition and Charm" Nestled on the banks of River Ouse, Lewes in East Sussex, England, is a picturesque town that exudes old-world charm. Home to the renowned Harveys Brewery, this quaint corner of the United Kingdom boasts a rich brewing heritage that has delighted locals and visitors alike for centuries. Step into the lively streets of Lewes, and you may stumble upon an enchanting sight – the Chanctonbury ring of Morris dancers outside the iconic Lewes Arms pub. This traditional dance troupe brings joy to passersby as they showcase their vibrant costumes and rhythmic moves. But it's not just dances that light up Lewes; every year on Bonfire Night, this historic town comes alive with burning crosses illuminating its ancient streets. The annual bonfire night parade held here is a spectacle like no other – a fiery celebration steeped in history and tradition. Delve deeper into Lewes's past, and you'll discover fascinating glimpses into bygone eras. From the majestic Lewes Castle dating back to 1831 to vintage photographs capturing life in Sussex during 1906 or even further back in time at Piddinghoe village nearby - each corner holds stories waiting to be unraveled. Interestingly enough, there's another place called Lewes across continents - nestled in Delaware, USA. While miles apart from its English counterpart geographically speaking, both towns share a name but differ vastly in character. In Delaware's version lies sprawling farmland where nature thrives amidst rural beauty. Back across the pond in Sussex's own beloved Lewes stands November Fifth – Bonfire Night. As darkness falls over this charming town each year on Guy Fawkes Day (November 5th), residents come together for an unforgettable evening filled with fireworks displays and roaring bonfires lighting up the sky.