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Anne of Cleves House is a 16th-century timber-framed Wealden hall house located in Lewes, East Sussex, England. It formed part of Queen Anne's annulment settlement from King Henry VIII in 1541, although she never visited the property. It was restored by the architect Walter Godfrey.
attractions: Lewes Castle & Museum, Lewes Castle & Museum, Lewes Flea Market, Southover Grange Gardens, Lewes Priory, restaurants: Depot Cinema and Restaurant, Fuego Lounge, Rights of Man, The Pelham Arms, Côte Lewes, The Lewes Arms, Flint Owl Bakery, Zorba - Lewes, The Brewers Arms, The patch
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Anne of Cleves House is a 16th-century timber-framed Wealden hall house located in Lewes, East Sussex, England. It formed part of Queen Anne's annulment settlement from King Henry VIII in 1541, although she never visited the property. It was restored by the architect Walter Godfrey.
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Visited the museum on a 'Tudor Tuesday' to watch the wonderful Gallyard Dancers performing in their authentic costumes. It's a beautiful period building with antique furniture, once belonging to the estate of Anne of Cleves. The lovely garden provided a welcome retreat in August & there is a small shop where I was pleased to find several biographies of Anne. Although there is no cafe within the museum, there is a small takeaway in the gardens of Southover Grange 5 minutes down the High Street. To make a day of it, I recommend buying the combined entrance ticket with Lewes Castle. The ruins of the Priory of St Pancras in Priory Park are also 10 minutes away and free to visit.
Janice BonneyJanice Bonney
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If you love the Tudors, this is a great way to peek back in time. It's not too big a place or too small, just right, I think. The staff are very helpful, friendly and informative. Amazing detail in all rooms, from a story about a poor young girl, a silver teaspoon and a rat ( you're curious now, eh) to how the kitchen worked. I love finding out how sayings and phrases came about. I know how the saying, "Not worth their salt" came about now. Very cool. So, I highly recommend this great house. Honestly, if your kids are not into history, don't take them as they will be bored, but, historians will love it.
Lexa RichardsLexa Richards
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Definitely worth visiting this museum in Lewes. There are a number of rooms in the house with some historic furnishings. In the bedroom, dining room and kitchen you will find booklets with information about how the people of the time would have lived, as well as about Anne of Cleve's, and how that has affected our language as well as our lifestyles. The are some other rooms with items of local historical interest and done activities for children. Finally, there is a cafe which offers cream teas, cakes, ice-cream, etc. You can either sit inside out in the garden.
Robin CuthbertsonRobin Cuthbertson
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This is well worth a visit as a fine example of a house from the era of Henry VIII. Although there is some doubt as to whether Anne of Clever ever lived there it is certain that it was one of the houses that she owned and so of high status. It contains may good examples of furnishings from those times and is well worth visiting to see how they used to live. The gardens are pleasant and make the setting much more attractive. There is an excellent cafe, run by two lovely ladies and you can eat in, or if the weather is kind, sit outside.
Ian WhiteIan White
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A delightful, immaculately run Tudor house that belonged to Anne of Cleves. Compact site, very reasonably priced. Excellent café and charming gardens. Great learning experience for kids and adults alike. The site isn’t very accessible for the less sure of foot (think Tudor staircases) but the cafe garden is wheelchair accessible from the main road. (Café is worth a standalone visit) There’s a lovely Medlar tree in the garden with a handy bench to rest in the shade. The staff are knowledgable and welcoming. Highly recommended.
Kate BoneKate Bone
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You can see about 4 rooms of Anne of Cleves 15th century house (though note she probably never lived here). There are quite a few stairs, and it’s a bit of an odd layout. However, there are interesting items and signs about the house’s history, architectural style, and items from the time period. Tickets: They offer a combined ticket with Lewes Castle, and if you gift aid your ticket it is good for the year. Facilities: They have a small shop, clean toilets, and a cafe (though we did not visit these)
Becky TBecky T
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