The Birth, Life and Destruction of Old Winchelsea
Old Winchelsea, then a vital shingle bank port in the Rye Camber, sank beneath the waves in 1287. Historian David EP Dennis tells the tale.
The Origin of Bexhill & The Rule of King Offa
Who was King Offa of Mercia? Who were the Mercians? Why did they come to Sussex – a land so far away from their own kingdom? A talk by David EP Dennis
Northeye—Ancient Lost Village & Modern Political Fiasco
All about the chequered history of Northeye – from ‘lost’ village to national scandal – all in a thousand years or so.
Costume & Crafts
Our curators bring out some of their treasures from the museum stores, some on display for the first time. Demonstrations by lacemakers throughout the day.
