The Snowdrop Inn has an important place in Lewes history. It was built
in 1840, on the site of the worst ever avalanche in British history and
named, not after the flower, but to commemorate the tragedy which
flattened seven cottages and claimed eight lives at Christmas 1836.
Fifteen people in all, were buried alive but seven of them, including a
two-year-old girl, were rescued by the brave and determined efforts of
their neighbours.
Author David Goldsmith and genealogist Debby Jones, of Gorddinan Consulting, will be giving a talk at the Snowdrop on 27th December (the anniversary) at 2.30 and 6.30. Wrap up warm and come and join us.
