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East Sussex Travel Guide - Historic Houses

Alfriston Clergy House Location map Alfriston, East Sussex The first property ever acquired by the National Trust, this thatched and half-timbered house dates from the 14th century, and has been altered little since then. Medieval hall and cottage garden. The Tye, Polegate, Alfriston, East Sussex, England, BN26 5TL Location: off B2108 Website: Alfriston Clergy House Email: alfriston@nationaltrust.org.uk Fax: 01323 871 318 National Trust

Anne of Cleves House Location map Lewes, East Sussex A 16th century half-timbered house in the Wealden hall style that formed part of Henry VIII's divorce settlement with Anne of Cleves. The interior of the house is filled with a variety of exhibits telling the story of the house, the heritage of Lewes, and life in the area since the 16th century. 52 Southover High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, England, BN7 1JA Location: S of town centre, off A27/A275/A26 Website: Anne of Cleves House Email: anne@sussexpast.co.uk Phone: 01273 474 610

Bateman's Location map Burwash, East Sussex Jacobean home of Rudyard Kipling from 1902-1936. Comfortably furnished, packed with Kipling memorabilia. Etchingham, Burwash, East Sussex, England, TN19 7DS Location: off A265 Website: Bateman's Email: batemans@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01435 882 302 Fax: 01435 882 811 National Trust

Charleston Location map Firle, East Sussex A glimpse into the fascinating (and occassionally scandalous) history of the Bloomsbury Group of artists and writers. Charleston was the country meeting place of the Bloomsbury Group. The interiors were decorated by artists Duncan Grant and Vanessa Bell with murals, painted furniture, ceramics, and textiles, making the whole a unique statement of their artistic beliefs. Lewes, Firle, East Sussex, England, BN8 6LL Location: 7 m E Lewes, on A27 Website: Charleston Email: info@charleston.org.uk Phone: 01323 811 265 Fax: 01323 811 628

Firle Place Location map Firle, East Sussex Tudor house hidden behind Georgian front. Interior runs the gamut from Tudor great hall to Palladian drawing room. Chippendale cabinets, paintings by Gainsborough and Reynolds. Lewes, Firle, East Sussex, England, BN8 6LP Location: 5 m SE Lewes, off A27 Website: Firle Place Email: gage@firleplace.co.uk Phone: 01273 858 307 Fax: 01273 858 188

Glynde Place Location map Glynde, East Sussex The home of the Trevor family for over 300 years, Glynde Place is a magnificent Elizabethan manor looking over the Sussex Downs. The interior features a panelled gallery, a collection of Old Master paintings, plus period furniture, silver and china ammassed by family members over the years. The gardens are largely parkland, offering a profusion of spring flowers, with the addition of more modern formal gardens near the house. The Street, Lewes, Glynde, East Sussex, England, BN8 6SX Location: 3 m E Lewes, off A27 Website: Glynde Place Email: glyndeplace@glyndeplace.com Phone: 01273 858 224 Fax: 01273 858 224

Lamb House Location map Rye, East Sussex 18th century brick house that was once the home of writer Henry James. There are mementoes of James on display. The house is surrounded by an attractive, though small, walled garden. West Street, Rye, East Sussex, England, TN31 7ES Location: in town centre, facing church Website: Lamb House Email: lambhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01580 762 334 National Trust

Preston Manor Location map Preston Drove, East Sussex A late Elizabethan manor with later additions, Preston Manor offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Edwardian society. Visitors see not only the formal rooms, but also 'below stairs' servants quarters and the nursery. Outside, there are walled gardens and a pet cemetary. Brighton, Preston Drove, East Sussex, England, BN1 6SD Location: 2 m N Brighton on A23 Website: Preston Manor Email: museumeducation@brighton-hove.gov.uk Phone: 01273 292 770 Fax: 01273 292 771

East Sussex Travel Guide

Introduction to East Sussex - East Sussex travel links Categories Abbeys | Castles | Gardens | Historic Houses Major Attractions Afriston Clergy House | Bateman's | Battle Abbey | Battle of Hastings | Bayham Abbey | Bodiam Castle | Brighton | Firle Place | Great Dixter Gardens | Michelham Priory | Rye | South Downs Way Accommodation Hotels - Self catering