The barbican below the castle in Lewes, and just round the corner from...
Thomas Paine lived here for 6 years in the 18th century, a revolutionary thinker of his time, literally! But, he lived next door to....
OK, I'm not sure how old this pub is, but, the Brewers Arms, High Street, Lewes (www.brewersarmslewes.co.uk) is a very good freehouse, serving 7 ales and a real cider. I drank a bitter golden ale, Cheddar Ales Potholer, 4.3%; pretty good. They also have a very interesting and full menu.
The only thing that spoiled the visit was one of those very noisy people that sit at the bar, speak with a very loud voice, because everyone in the whole world wants to hear everything they have to say, obviously. If he hadn't been present, I'd give this a big thumbs up... I presume he's not always there, so still worth trying a visit ;-)
