An exhibition detailing thousands of years’ worth of items found across the South Downs has opened.
People can uncover the stories of woven, fired and carved items and even make their own at the Beachy Head Story near Eastbourne.
The display will be accompanied by a series of events exploring creativity on the Downs including guided photography and archaeology walks for adults and families, along with children’s craft workshops and talks.
People can discover some of the objects used in creating clothes and shoes including a prehistoric spindle whorl, Saxon loom weights and a gilded wool comb.
Councillor Margaret Bannister, Eastbourne Borough Council’s lead member for tourism, leisure, accessibility and community safety, said: “There is so much history linked to the downland and this exhibition will explore that heritage and give people the chance to see how our ancestors lived in years gone by.
“The photography and archaeology walks will also give an interesting insight into the history of Eastbourne and people can hone their photography skills while taking in what is one of the most photographed areas of the country.”
The Creativity On The Downs exhibition is part of The Big Dig Project which is looking to uncover the development of Eastbourne through community test-pitting across the town. This is when sites are tested to assess their archaeological potential.
The exhibition runs until April 14.
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