Eccentric Lewes: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

3.4 (5 reviews) Brighton, England
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Duration40m - 1h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Are you looking for a way to see Lewes without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour.

• Learn what “Lewesians won’t be druv” means, and the stories behind the buildings within this middle-class market town
• Hear from producer Ian Runcie who created a website to share walks in and around Lewes
• Do it all in 40 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Please note that this is a hilly walk.

What's included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Food and drink
  • Transportation

What to expect

  1. Lewes
    Pass by
    The tour takes place in Lewes and explores some of its history on a self-guided audio tour using a mobile app.
  2. Pass by
    The tour starts outside the Lewes Free Presbyterian Church. You'll hear a bit about Lewes' history, how the tour works and then you'll get going.
  3. Cliffe High Street
    Pass by
    The first half of the tour takes place along Cliffe High Street. You'll see some of its sites and hear its history.
  4. Pass by
    The tour passes by St Thomas à Becket Church. You'll hear some of its history as you walk.
  5. Pass by
    The tour passes by Bill's Lewes Restaurant. You'll hear about the restauranted and how it fits into Lewes' history.
  6. Lewes Castle & Barbican House Museum
    Pass by
    The tour ends at Castle Gate with views of the castle. You'll hear some final history before finishing.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends at Castle Gate with views of the Castle.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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