Brighton has transformed itself several times since the middle ages and is today together with it surroundings, culturally one of the most exciting places in Britain, boasting an impressive coast lined with chalk cliffs and the rolling South Downs as a backdrop. Just 10 kilometres east of Brighton is the picturesque county town of Lewes, with a stunning array of historic buildings. The people of Lewes are known for their revolutionary spirit, and host the biggest bonfire celebrations in the country every year on 5 November.