Overview of Lewes

Lewes is a town in East Sussex that is a short journey from the South Coast favourite of Brighton. An area of archaeological interest, the town was also the site of the Battle of Lewes in 1264. With a variety of quality houses and flats available for sale in the area, there are good options for both families and couples. The town is directly linked to Brighton by the A27 and lies just 6 miles from the popular coastal town. The A27 continues onto another popular seaside resort, Eastbourne, which is approximately 20 kilometres away. Gatwick Airport is also easily accessible as it's just 30 kilometres away via the A/M23. Situated within the South Downs and dissected by the River Ouse, the town has many attractions of its own aside from its proximity to Brighton. The appealing High Street, for example, forms the spine of the old town. Nearby Lewes Downs is an area of biological interest. In addition, the Lewes Bonfire is perhaps the most famous of its kind in the UK. Many who work in both London and Brighton choose to buy houses in the town and there are also plenty of flats for sale in the area.