Battle of Lewes

Battle of Lewes Est. 1264

The Battle of Lewes Event Page promoting and celebrating 14th May 1264
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Crown Events Limited are pleased to present the 760th Anniversary spectacle of King Henry III and Prince Edward’s Royalist army in mortal combat on the streets of Lewes against the forces of Simon de Montfort and his rebel barons. The country's only full contact battle reenactment through the streets of the town where the actual battle took place, at various points on the High Street, from The Gal

lops to Lewes Castle, and Lewes Priory where we witness the final surrender of Henry III to Simon de Montfort. A FREE EVENT and celebration of Lewes incorporating the Battle of Lewes reenactment, medieval traders and historical displays and demonstrations

An expert team of Historical Reenactors and Historians are creating this spectacle to unite the town with the clash of steel against maille as the re-telling of the events of 14th May 1264 unfold in all it’s glory. Spanning across 2 days - the event will feature reenactors from across the country and beyond with a full medieval camp with combat displays and activities at The Convent Field and the Priory. The trading village is growing with food, drink and medieval wares as well as medieval entertainment for all of the family. Reenactors/Traders/Participants wishing to be involved - Please email your interest to:

[email protected] or [email protected]

This event is being managed & produced by Crown Events Ltd. http://www.lewesrevival.com/crown-events


Francis - Crown Events - 07770 435432

07/05/2026

Start your Festival season here in Lewes at Battle of Lewes💥

3 acts now confirmed for Saturday night 🎸⚔️🎤 from 7pm Lewes Convent Field

Marquee for 250 plus covered bar 🍻

Tickets £10 😲

Thank you Lewes Castle & Museum for allowing me to screw this to your wall! 😀All set for de Montfort to change the histo...
07/05/2026

Thank you Lewes Castle & Museum for allowing me to screw this to your wall! 😀

All set for de Montfort to change the history story by invading the Castle and seizing de Warenne ⚔️

Bring on Battle of Lewes this Saturday and Sunday 9th and 10th May 💥

The Battle through the town starts with the routing of the Londoners at The Gallops from 10am 🐎 followed by the procession through the town from 10.30am from The Gallops with skirmishes along the way - as happened in 1264 👍

Today at 1pm - hope to see you there 👍
07/05/2026

Today at 1pm - hope to see you there 👍

06/05/2026
Opening Battle of Lewes Festival 2026 💥Roozbeh Golpa - Saturday night - 7.30pm 💫🌟🎼🎤🎸Roozbeh Golpa is a British-Iranian a...
06/05/2026

Opening Battle of Lewes Festival 2026 💥

Roozbeh Golpa - Saturday night - 7.30pm 💫🌟🎼🎤🎸

Roozbeh Golpa is a British-Iranian alternative and contemporary singer-songwriter.

Roozbeh is known for his fusion of blues and alternative rock, alongside emotionally charged performances.

His live act delivers high-energy shows that move seamlessly from atmospheric soundscapes to raw blues-driven intensity

Followed by The Dead Reds at 9.00pm 🤟

The event that keeps on giving 👊

https://crown-events-limited.onlineticketseller.com/events/163045

“HISTORY TAKES A BEATING”A pause to look back 🤔Battle of Lewes 1978 with Jeff Southgate the stalwart reenactor who is at...
06/05/2026

“HISTORY TAKES A BEATING”

A pause to look back 🤔

Battle of Lewes 1978 with Jeff Southgate the stalwart reenactor who is at Battle of Lewes 2026.

‘A Tale of Knights and Hot Dogs’

#1264 #1978

How exciting is this! 🤩The event that just keeps on giving Barbaric Battles presents a great addition in both arrow maki...
06/05/2026

How exciting is this! 🤩

The event that just keeps on giving Barbaric Battles presents a great addition in both arrow making and the chance to join the 'Family Battle'.

Don't miss out 🏹⚒️ Join in with Battle of Lewes Festival!

Book one of the fabulous activities at this exciting event:
https://www.barbaricbattles.co.uk/battle-of-lewes-activities

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09/01/2026

We use this great team for Battle of Lewes. Recommend 👍

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25/08/2025

Full Weekend Festival tickets include festival grounds entry on 23rd, 24th & 25th Aug 2025 (10am-6pm) and Evening Entertainment on 22nd, 23rd & 24th Aug 2025 (7pm-12pm) plus four nights of camping with your own camping gear (22nd, 23rd, 24th & 25th Aug 2025)

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