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Alfriston (3.23 mins)
Lying beside the River Cuckmere, in a valley cradled on both sides by the South Downs, Alfriston is one of the most picturesque of our ancient villages. During the Middle Ages it was a thriving market community, but by the 19th century its reputation had been marred by the trade of smuggling. The Old Market Cross Inn was originally the home of Stanton Collins, leader of the Alfriston Gang who was later transported to the penal colony of Australia. Its 14th century church has been called the Cathedral of the Downs, while nearby the Old Clergy House has the distinction of being the first property owned by the National Trust.
Lullington Church (56 secs)
Within the parish of Alfriston stands Lullington Church, it is said to be the smallest in Sussex, measuring just sixteen square feet and having seating capacity for only twenty people.
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