Lewes in East Sussex, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
St Michael’s Church
Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 12, 2018
1. St Michael’s Church Marker
St Michael’s Church is one of the oldest in Lewes. It was built just inside the West Gate of the town. The oldest surviving part of the church is the round tower, which may have been built in the 12th century.
There are only three round church towers in Sussex. St Michael’s Church has been altered many times.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Forts and Castles.
Location. 50° 52.364′ N, 0° 0.45′ E. Marker is in Lewes, England, in East Sussex. Marker can be reached from the intersection of High Street and Castle Gate, on the left when traveling east. Located in Lewes Castle. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lewes, England BN7 1XH, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Lewes Prison (here, next to this marker); Lewes Racecourse (here, next to this marker); Southover Grange (here, next to this marker); Mount Caburn (here, next to this marker); Protestant Martyrs (here, next to this marker); The Wealds (here, next to this marker); Fireplace (here, next to this marker); The Battle of Lewes, 1264 (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lewes.
Also see . . .
1. Sussex Archaeological Society Lewes Castle & Museum
this page online
2. Lewes Castle on Wikipedia. (Submitted on February 8, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 12, 2018
2. St Michael’s Church Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on February 8, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 149 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 8, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
