Village bid to mark historic past

Wealden District Council is looking at the application made by Alfriston and Cuckmere Historical Society.

If it gets the go-ahead, the plaques would give a brief history of each building for visitors to read.

David Phillips, from the society, said the aim was to try to identify buildings which the public could access, rather than private houses shut off from the outside world.

He added: 'We got an award from the lottery fund to put up plaques on interesting and historical buildings in the village.

'The society is hopeful the district council will accept the application as we think the plaques would be of considerable interest to visitors.'

Eight of the 11 buildings are listed. They are: The Star Inn, The Smugglers Inn, Stones (the Old Glove Factory ) Steamer Cottages (the Old Steamer Inn), Deans Place Hotel, The Old Farmhouse, the Post Office and the United Reformed Church.

Another three buildings are not officially listed but they have a fascinating history. They are: the old Barclays Bank, the flint tower in Dene car park and Wingrove House Hotel.

Wealden District Council is considering the application.