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The Great Britain Guide

Castles · South East England

Lewes Castle - Barbican gate

In or near Kingston near Lewes.

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Lewes Castle - Barbican gate — a castle in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

Lewes Castle - geograph.org.uk - 2944849

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Nearest railway station
Lewes · 0.4 km
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Lewes Castle - Barbican gate is a castle located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

360° viewimagery from 2021

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Lewes Castle's Barbican Gate, located in South-East England (BN7), is a significant medieval fortification. This structure is part of the larger Lewes Castle, which dates back to the 11th century and showcases Norman architecture. The castle is a scheduled monument, reflecting its historical importance and architectural merit.

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Coordinates
50.8728, 0.0084
County
East Sussex
District
Lewes
Parish
Lewes
Postcode
BN7 1YJ
Parliamentary constituency
Lewes
Nearest railway station
Lewes0.4 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lewes Castle - Barbican gate?
Lewes Castle - Barbican gate is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN7 1YJ), in the parish of Lewes.
What is Lewes Castle - Barbican gate?
Lewes Castle - Barbican gate — a castle in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Lewes Castle - Barbican gate?
The nearest railway station is Lewes, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode BN7 1YJ.
Is Lewes Castle - Barbican gate a protected site?
Yes — Lewes Castle - Barbican gate is part of the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
Does Lewes Castle - Barbican gate charge admission?
Lewes Castle - Barbican gate typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
How do I get to Lewes Castle - Barbican gate?
The nearest railway station is Lewes, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN7 1YJ.