Conservation Report - Hurstpierpoint Society

HURSTPIERPOINT SOCIETY
REGISTERED CHARITY NO.263520
www.hurstpierpointsociety.org.uk
AN APPRAISAL OF HURSTPIERPOINT’S
CONSERVATION AREAS - November 2008
REPORT PREPARED FOR:
MID SUSSEX DISTRICT COUNCIL
Affiliated to the Federation of Sussex Amenity Societies (members of The Civic Trust); The South
Downs Society; Action in rural Sussex; The Campaign for the Preservation of Rural England;
Sussex Wildlife Trust; Open Spaces Society
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CONTENTS:
Part 1 - Hurstpierpoint’s Conservation Areas
Appraisal 2008
Undertaken by Hurstpierpoint Society whilst researching and compiling an
illustrated guide to the three conservation areas in the village, which we
hope will highlight the advantages of living within conservation areas and
encourage residents to protect the unique identity of the village.
1.0
Introduction
2.0
High Street Conservation Area
2.1 Character Appraisal
2.2 Shop Fronts
2.3 Shop Signage
2.4 Chimney Stacks
2.5 Old walls & Fencing
2.6 Paving Surfaces
2.7 Drain Covers
2.8 Street Lighting
2.9 Street Furniture
2.10 Signage & Traffic
2.11 Area of Special Character
2.12 Open Spaces
3.0. Hurst Wickham Conservation Area
3.1. Character Appraisal
4.0. Langton Lane Conservation Area
4.1. Character Appraisal
Part 2 - Recommended Proposals
5.0
6.0
7.0
8.0
Proposed Boundary Changes
5.1 High Street Conservation Area
5.2 Hurst Wickham Conservation Area
5.3 Langton Lane Conservation Area
Proposals for Enhancement
Development Opportunities
Area Maps – Copyright © Mid Sussex District Council
8.1 High Street
8.2 Hurst Wickham
8.3 Langton Lane
Written and compiled by Hurstpierpoint Society
Photography Copyright © Hurstpierpoint Society
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HURSTPIERPOINT
CONSERVATION AREAS
APPRAISAL
Executive Summary
Hurstpierpoint Society has produced the Hurstpierpoint Conservation Areas
Appraisal in order to clearly identify what qualities make the three separate areas
special and how these qualities can be preserved and enhanced.
Part A of the document identifies the elements that contribute to the special
historic and architectural character of the conservation areas and those features
that detract from it. Part B details various Management Proposals, including a
series of recommendations to preserve and enhance the area and also proposed
changes to the boundaries of each of the conservation areas.
The document will inform planning practice and policies for the area and
provides guidance for Development Control officers in assessing planning
applications. It also gives the local community clear advice on what should be
cared for and preserved within the conservation areas and what enhancements
should be made.
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Some of the special qualities of the Hurstpierpoint conservation areas are
outlined below:
Hurstpierpoint is a typical Sussex ridge top settlement with historic links dating
to the Domesday Book. The layers of history are evident in the morphology, in
the texture and grain of the settlement and in the physical form and materials
employed on the buildings. The village plan is still based on the original medieval
street pattern and comprises of a main central street running in a fairly straight
line east to west.
The village takes its long and narrow shape from the spread of housing along the
18th century turnpike road used by cross country coaches. There were tollhouses
to the east of the White Horse and just before New Way Lane. There are several
important medieval buildings in the High Street, most of which have had their
timber frames refaced with brick, clay tiles or rendering. Many now present
facades of Georgian symmetry.
The village expanded with Victorian and Edwardian terraced cottages spreading
down Western Road and establishing Hurst Wickham as a hamlet on the
outskirts of Hurst. Spacious turn of the century villas provided accommodation
for wealthier residents and eventually the village expanded along Cuckfield Road
with rows of pebbledash houses, designed with a strong 1930s signature. This
eclectic mix of architectural eras makes Hurstpierpoint a fascinating and historic
place for residents and visitors alike.
Part 1 - Hurstpierpoint’s Conservation Areas Appraisal 2008
1.
Introduction
The Society is producing an illustrated guide to the three conservation areas of
Hurstpierpoint. As a by-product of the research undertaken for this project, a
complete photographic record of all the properties in Hurstpierpoint’s
conservation areas is being compiled, to be catalogued and retained by the
Society. This digital archive could ultimately become a reference tool of
historical importance.
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The final stage of our research has been to undertake a survey of the three
conservation areas. We have been asked by the Parish Council and MSDC to
submit our review with suggestions for preservation and enhancement. Our
appraisal has particularly looked at the boundaries of the conservation areas, an
issue that has not been addressed since the three areas were designated.
The village features over a hundred listed buildings and a wide mix of
architectural periods. We are keen to safeguard more of our Victorian and
Edwardian heritage and have suggested small boundary changes which will
incorporate St George’s Church and a row of terraces along Western Road
The Society feels the character of the village depends on many everyday
features that tend to go unnoticed, but which are important components of
our historic street scene. We have placed particular emphasis on these
commonplace features as we believe they are key elements that contribute
to the overall quality of the conservation areas in Hurstpierpoint.
2.
Hurstpierpoint (High Street) Conservation Area.
2.1. Character appraisal
The High Street conservation area is the retail and commercial hub of the
village; a long narrow road lined with shops, restaurants, hairdressers, banks and
a post office.
The High Street itself is tightly lined by buildings of various ages and
architectural styles, with a mix of residential and commercial usage. There is a
wide variety of both listed and unlisted buildings dating from the 14th Century,
with ample evidence of changes made during Georgian times with brick facing
hiding the original timber framed elevations. There are many Victorian built
shops with living accommodation above. This results in a richness of streetscape
which defines Hurstpierpoint as a village of character and charm.
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Hurst is well served by a considerable range of retail premises delivering a wide
variety of goods and services. Parking for visitors is provided by two well
signposted car parks linked to the High Street by twittens.
The High Street conservation area continues past the main crossroads at St
Lawrence church to Western Road, taking in Manor Road with its variety of
small Victorian cottages and converted properties. Western Road starts with a
pretty terrace of old cottages, followed by a mix of larger Victorian, Edwardian
and newer properties. The road is lined with well stocked front gardens and
plenty of trees and hedges.
2.2. Shop fronts
Careful planning control in preserving and encouraging retail premises has
resulted in a wide range of shops and restaurants that contribute to the liveliness
of the village. The buildings boast a variety of fascias, pilasters, doors and
glazing patterns. These historic features add character and should not be removed
or obscured. A few shop fronts have been altered in the past, and offer an
opportunity for enhancement when undertaking renovation.
Several shop fronts have large glass panels with very detailed tracery and thin
glazing bars which have been carefully preserved. A particularly good example is
Murano café which has also retained the original shop blind mechanism.
This ornate feature was repeated up and down the High Street and provides a
distinct and recognisable architectural pattern in the village. We are fortunate that
so many fine examples have survived modernisation over the years. We need to
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remain vigilant to ensure historic shop fronts are not demolished and replaced
with more convenient, bland facades using modern materials.
Action: planning applications for buildings in conservation areas should
require photographs of existing facades and frontages to be supplied before
renovations are approved. This will help ensure architectural detail is not
lost, the planning design is appropriate and materials used are sympathetic
to the age of the building. Strict controls should be applied to alterations
and extensions. Proposals that undermine the quality of conservation areas
should be refused. The use of locally sourced traditional materials should be
encouraged.
No.113, previously a butchers shop, is boarded up and the building is
beginning to deteriorate. Steps could be taken to hasten the process of reassigning these retail premises with accommodation above.
2.3. Shop signage
Traditional hanging signs are used fairly extensively and add to the character of
the High Street. Many of the names on shop fronts have been well designed and
add to their attraction. However, a small number of shop signs are too large,
overtly plastic and garish. No.103 High Street, The Great Wall, has a plastic sign
the full width of the building which could easily be changed to more traditional
signage. The countrywide Co-op chain has adapted their normal logo and
advertising to a size more suitable to a village setting.
Action:
planning regulations could give more specific guidance on the
type of commercial signs and shop lighting that are not appropriate because
they detract from the historic integrity of the High Street conservation area.
No.103 High Street, The Great Wall, could be persuaded to change the
impact of their shop sign by reducing its size. The Nationwide Building
Society’s signs are over large and make no concession to blending into an
historic village setting.
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2.4. Chimney pots
The majority of the rooftops along the High Street and throughout the village
retain clusters of chimney pots which are an important feature of the skyline.
These are disappearing rapidly from the larger towns and care should be taken to
recognise the importance of retaining them in village settings.
Action:
Planning consent for re-roofing or repairs should stipulate the
retention of any chimney pots, whether in use or not.
2.5. Old walls & fencing
Most property boundaries are old walls of various heights using local materials of
brick, flint, sandstone blocks and rendering. The high brick wall in Furlong Lane
is listed. Occasional picket fencing or iron railings add variety. Repairs are
sometimes made using modern materials which do not blend in with the old
bricks and rendering.
Action:
Planning consent for replacement railings or repairs to walls
should stipulate the type of materials and rendering that would be suitable.
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2.6. Paving surfaces
The pavements along the High Street from St George’s Lane to Policeman’s Lane
are predominantly concrete blocks or brick, laid in herringbone pattern, with
granite kerbstones. These materials are very appropriate along a High Street lined
with ancient buildings. Concrete paving or tarmacadam surfaces would give a
suburban feel to the High Street and should be resisted.
At times the pavements widen to take in shop forecourts. These wider areas are
often a level above the actual pavement, where the raised step is edged by a row
of old round nose bricks, a feature repeated along the frontages of several shops.
120 High Street – 2006
120 High Street – 2008
An alteration has recently been made to the frontage of no.120 High Street, The
Fig Tree, which radically changes the appearance of this parade of shops. The
previous forecourt consisted of brick paviors and was level with the pavement.
Trellising with wooden posts and rails has been erected around a new patio
surface of white paving slabs, raised about 6 inches higher than the pavement to
form an outside eating area. All the materials used are discordant with any other
style used throughout the village. The Parish Design Statement recommends that
renovations should be done using sympathetic materials that enhance and
harmonise with the character of the street scene. PPG15, section 71 & 72, implies
a duty to “preserve and enhance” the streetscene with the use of traditional
materials. Remedial work has since been undertaken to lessen the impact of the
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new patio, but this type of modernisation can have a detrimental affect on the
historic feel of the High Street.
Action:
It is essential that that Hurstpierpoint retains brick pedestrian
surfaces which are more suited to rural villages. All brick pavements and
granite kerbstones should be protected and any repairs carried out using
brick. If necessary, more bollards should be erected to prevent cars from
mounting pavements. Forecourts along the High Street in need of repair
should use appropriate materials that blend in and compliment the
conservation area as a whole. MSDC should continue to take enforcement
action against alterations which fly in the face of current conservation
policies and gradually erode the character of the conservation area.
2.7. Drain covers
Several interesting examples of old drain covers can be seen in the pavements
throughout the village, and particularly at the entrance to The Glebe. The
manufacturers’ names include Bleeco of Brighton, Trojan, Brickhouse Dudley,
and Thitfish. The names provide a social history of Hurst’s commercial and
industrial past.
In the granite kerb near Upper Trumpkins is the remaining original Stanton
Ductile drain outlet in the village An attractively ornate cast iron coal hole cover
made by Broads of London is sited in the paving outside No.101 High Street. In
the back garden of 101 High Street is an iron drain cover cast in Hurstpierpoint.
These decorative survivors of a past era still do their job efficiently and are worth
preserving.
Action:
It is essential that these historic features are not removed
during future repairs to the paving and any permission for road works
should stipulate the retention of existing cast iron drain covers and outlets.
2.8. Street lighting
The quality of street lighting in the conservation area is to be commended.
Original swan neck lamp posts are widely used throughout the High Street,
echoing the style of the first oil-lit lamps erected in 1812, with replacements in
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the modern version which blend in well. The Parish Council are very protective
of these lamp posts and have compiled an inventory which locates and numbers
them.
Modern concrete lamppost
The Society has offered to cover the cost of removing the modern concrete street
light situated in a prime position by the village green and replace it with a swan
neck lamp post, to complete the line of swan necks along the High Street
conservation area.
Action:
It is essential that swan neck lamp posts are preserved as they
add integrity to a village street lined with historic buildings.
2.9. Street furniture
The older style black and white traffic bollards up and down the High Street have
been replaced by the Parish Council with attractive plastic replicas that look like
sturdy cast iron bollards. This sympathetic style of street furniture blends in well
with the mix of period properties and could easily apply to litter bins. The Society
is approaching English Heritage for ways of protecting the red letter boxes, some
of which may fit the criteria for listing.
Action:
The Society supports the Parish Council in their efforts to
produce a unified traditional look to street furniture. The black and gold
bollards should be adopted as standard throughout the village.
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2.10. Signage, Village Gateways & Traffic
Traffic and information signs around the village are inconsistent and at times
chaotic. Vehicles approach the village from all entrances at high speed. We
understand that the Community Partnership has a sub-committee reporting on
signage, street furniture and village gateways and they will be advising on the
most effective methods of reducing traffic speed and marking the village
gateways.
Uniform design, colour and finish to signage and street furniture will add dignity
and character to the village street scene.
MSDC and WSCC will be invited to contribute to the overall unity of the district
by matching the styles and colours identified by the Community Partnership and
adopting them as a corporate image.
Hurstpierpoint’s roads and streets are characterised by a number of old
distinctive blue enamel street signs. The Society is currently working on a
programme of restoration, and where necessary, replacement.
Satellite dishes, like mobile phones, have become basic necessities of modern
life. Planning regulations prohibit the installation of antennae on a chimney or
building over fifteen metres in height or to a wall or roof slope which fronts a
highway in conservation areas. Action should be taken to enforce this.
It would be useful if the Parish Council’s Newsletter, which is issued to all
householders, featured an editorial on this subject.
Action:
Local Parish Councils could be pro-active in publicising the
planning constraints on satellite dishes.
The recommendations of the Community Partnership for preservation and
enhancement of the village should receive the backing and support of
MSDC and their proposals should be agreed and adopted.
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2.11. AREA OF SPECIAL CHARACTER
As the high Street reaches the crossroads and continues past St Lawrence
Church, there is a distinct change in architectural character. Period properties line
the pavements on both sides of the road, with the imposing church always in
view. The tightly packed cottages have cladding or rendered facades that belie
their timber framed origins. They are painted in a palette of pastel colours which
are sympathetic to the conservation area.
This cluster of attractive buildings, with their pleasing harmony of pale hues,
forms an area of special character within the High Street conservation area.
2.12. Open Spaces
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Behind the parade of shops and dwellings, opposite the imposing row of
Victorian and Edwardian houses in South Avenue, the recreation ground
provides a large open space with attractive mature trees and well used playground
and sports facilities. There are distant views to Jack & Jill windmills on the
downs, which emphasise the relationship between village and country.
Footpaths radiate from the centre of the village to open countryside and there are
fine views to the South Downs or across the fields to the north. Wolstonbury hill
can be glimpsed from a number of locations around the village and is considered
an integral part of Hurstpierpoint. These views across fields and hills are an
important characteristic of the village and emphasises the need to protect the rural
fringes of the village from development to retain the unique identity of
Hurstpierpoint as a settlement.
When Hurstpierpoint is viewed from the downs or the many footpaths in the
surrounding countryside, the village almost disappears within trees. Thanks to
the efforts of the Woodland Flora & Fauna bio-diversity group, all woodlands
within the parish have recently been classified as ancient semi natural woodlands.
This verdant backdrop for our historic village should be fiercely protected.
The close proximity of Hassocks, Albourne and Burgess Hill and the continuous
expansion of development to the north of the village is a constant threat to the
unique identity of Hurstpierpoint as an historic settlement.
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3.
Hurst Wickham conservation area.
3.1. Character Appraisal:
Hurst Wickham conservation area is a small
portion of College Lane that was once a separate hamlet with a sub post office
and shop. The expansion of Hurstpierpoint has long since linked it to the village,
but it remains a narrow winding lane with its own special character, lined with
terraced cottages.
Several terraced houses are set well above road level with brick retaining walls
supporting attractive iron railings, giving a pleasing continuity. Hurst Wickham
had its own sub post office in the front room of No.73 and the original red
George VI post box embedded in the garden wall is still in use today.
Many terraces have their original name plaques, such as Francis, Victoria,
Pretoria, Hothye and Rose Villas. These are important as they are part of the
social history of the village. The six cottages that form Alice Terrace have
decorative brickwork over doorways and windows, some with later porch
additions.
There are no pavements in Hurst Wickham and parking is always a problem, but
the area retains its rural nature, partly due to the mixture of hedging and walls of
brick, stone and flint.
Action:
The Society is currently working towards the restoration of the
original lead name plaques on these terraces and the replacement of missing
ones. They have a significant role in the social history of this former hamlet
and should be protected from removal.
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4. Langton Lane conservation area.
4.1.
Character Appraisal:
Langton Lane conservation area has an
unusually rural setting on the western approach to the village, taking in Pakyns
Manor, a cluster of houses to the south of Albourne Road, and a scattering of
houses along Langton Lane, many of which are listed.
This rural gateway to the village has changed radically with a new housing estate
filling part of the open space and there is a threat of more development in the
adjoining fields. Open countryside to the east of Langton Lane acts as a buffer
between this leafy conservation area and the village itself. It is imperative that the
remaining green buffer areas do not become an urban sprawl of new homes.
Action:
The roofs of the new Persimmon homes are visible from several
view points along Langton Lane. This unsightly intrusion should be
shielded with a barrier of trees.
Part 2 The Society’s Proposals
Proposed Boundary Changes
The village features over a hundred listed buildings and a wide mix of
architectural periods. We are keen to safeguard more of our early 20th century
heritage by including a long row of turn-of-the century brick terraced houses in
Western Road. The merits of the smaller artisan cottages should be recognised
for their part in our social history. Several larger houses have been put forward as
well as St. George’s church. Our proposals for each area are set out below:
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5. Hurstpierpoint (High Street) Conservation Area.
Suggested boundary changes - see map 1.
5.1. Description: East boundary (Hassocks Road) to be extended to include:
Wych House, Halton Shaws, & no.14 Withiel - down to Tott Lane.
Wych House & Halton Shaws
No.14 Withiel
Reasons: The present boundary excludes several Victorian and Edwardian
buildings of architectural merit. We suggest Wych House, Halton Shaws and
no.14 Withiel are included and the line extended south along the garden wall of
14 Hassocks Road down to meet Tott Lane.
Tott Lane
This would widen the conservation area to embrace an attractive rural lane with
the listed Tott Farm as a focal point, Victorian houses as a backdrop and an open
aspect across the fields to Wolstonbury Hill. Tott Lane is a small but unique part
of the village with stunning countryside views only a few steps from Hassocks
Road.
5.2. Description: North east boundary (St George’s Lane) to be extended to
include: St George’s Church and surrounding walls.
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Reasons: The present boundary excludes St George’s Church which is
historically linked with Bishop Hannington’s family and was built as Little Park
Chapel in 1852. The grade II listed church is surrounded by old flint walls.
5.3. Description: North boundary (Cuckfield Road) to be extended to include:
i. St Christopher’s, all houses on east side of the road finishing with the
Methodist church after no.40 Cuckfield Road.
ii. The Old Bakery no.35a & Old Bakehouse no.35c on the west side of the road.
St Christopher’s
St Christopher’s chimney stacks
Methodist church
Reasons: i. St Christopher’s house is dated 1898 and has four spectacular
stacks of ornate brick chimneypots as well as decorative hopper heads to the
downpipes. This is followed by several attractive Victorian & Edwardian houses
with strong architecture, then the Methodist church.
Row of Victorian houses
Ornate Victorian facades
Victorian Semis
The Victorian & Edwardian houses have many original features such as palladian
window frames.
The Old Bakehouse
Victorian houses
The Old Bakehouse
Reasons: ii. The west side of the road at present excludes an historic cluster of
buildings which formed the old bakery, as well as a mix of Victorian and
Edwardian properties.
This long straight road is the northern approach to Hurstpierpoint and has
glimpses of the church steeple in the distance. Most front gardens are planted
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with hedges and trees. A boundary adjustment would help safeguard the
particular character of this part of the village.
5.4 Description: North boundary (Western Road) to be extended to include:
The rows of small terraced Edwardian cottages on the west side of the road,
stretching from the existing boundary to Cromwell Cottages nos. 32 & 34,
adjacent to Nursery Close.
Edwardian terraces originally opposite the historic Chinese Gardens.
32 & 34 Cromwell Cottages
A mix of Edwardian terraced cottages stretching down Western Rd.
Reasons: These terraces are some of the oldest in Western Road and retain
much of their original look. Most extensions have been in the roof space, using
flat velux windows. The long rows of cottages were originally the approach to the
historic Chinese Gardens. A lot of history has been lost in this part of
Hurstpierpoint and the Edwardian terraces add status and historical significance
to Western Road.
6. Hurst Wickham Conservation Area.
Suggested boundary changes - see map 2.
6.1. Description: South boundary (College Lane) to be extended to include:
Nos.16, 18 & 20 College Lane
16, 18 & 20 College Lane
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Reasons: This is an unusual group of three integral houses built in a unique
‘U’ shaped design. The symmetrical layout is enhanced by lead paned windows
set in dark oak frames. An original stepped path made of well worn bricks leads
up to a trio of front entrances. The houses punctuate the start of Hurst Wickham
conservation area and we believe they should be included in the conservation
area to safeguard their special character.
6.2.
Description: North boundary (College Lane) to be adjusted to exclude:
i. No.82 ‘ Treetops’ on the west side of the road.
ii. No.109 on the east side of the road.
82 College Lane
Reasons:
109 College Lane
105 & 107 Wickham Cottages
i. No.82 has been so altered and extended over the years it looks too
modern to be part of Hurst Wickham. This area is distinguished by
the special character of its narrow winding lane lined with turn of
the century terraced cottages which historically formed a separate
hamlet.
ii. No. 109 has no architectural merit to justify its inclusion in the
Hurst Wickham conservation area. Nos. 105 & 107 Wickham
Cottages very clearly mark the end of a row of historic terraced
houses that gives the lane its picturesque quality.
7. Langton Lane Conservation Area.
No boundary changes suggested - see map 3.
No boundary changes are suggested. However, it is emphasised that the open
space between Langton Lane and the village itself should be protected from
encroaching development.
8. Proposals for Enhancement
 Planning applications should require photographs of existing facades and
frontages to be supplied before renovations are approved. This will help
ensure architectural detail is not lost, the planning design is appropriate
and materials used are sympathetic to the age of the building. (2.2)
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 Planning regulations could give more specific guidance on the type of
commercial signs and shop lighting that are inappropriate because they
detract from the historic integrity a conservation area. (2.3)
 The Nationwide and No.103 The Great Wall should be approached to
consider reducing the impact of their signs in the High Street. (2.3)
 Planning consent for re-roofing or repairs should stipulate the retention of
any chimney pots, whether in use or not. (2.4)
 Planning consent for replacement railings or repairs to walls should
stipulate the type of materials and rendering that would be suitable. (2.5)
 All brick pavements and granite kerbs should be protected and any repairs
carried out using brick and retaining the original kerb stones. (2.6)
 Any permission for road works or repairs to the paving should stipulate the
retention of existing cast iron drain covers and outlets. (2.7)
 It is essential that swan neck lamp posts are preserved. (2.8)
 The recommendations of Hurst Parish Council’s Community Partnership
should receive the backing and support of MSDC and their proposals
should be agreed and adopted. (2.10)
 Encourage uniform design, colour and finish to signage and street furniture
to add dignity and character to the village street scene. (2.10)
 Reinforce planning constraints for satellite dishes. (2.10)
 Encourage the use of locally sourced materials.
 Promote a palette of colours that are sympathetic to the conservation area.
 Protect views into and out of the conservation areas.
 Liaise with local groups from the Federation of Sussex Amenity Societies
and actively involve them in the conservation areas appraisal process.
9. Development Opportunities
There are few opportunities for development in the three conservation areas that
have not already been taken up. Most retail premises have living accommodation
above. Defunct buildings are being converted or replaced with dwelling units,
such as the chapel in Western Road and a former garage in South Avenue.
However, MSDC could investigate the current status of the following premises,
all of which could provide much needed extra housing:
9.1 No.113 High Street, retail premises with living space above, is vacant and
beginning to deteriorate.
9.2 A detached house in the heart of the village called “Beeches” in Pit Road
has been vacant for some time and is completely boarded up and derelict.
9.3 The old Parish rooms in West Furlong Lane have been vacant for some
time. This building is owned by the parochial church council.
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Listed Buildings in Hurst
Alphabetical by road
Grade II unless marked
Albourne Road - Pigwidgen Cottage
Albourne Road - Pakyns Manor
Brighton Road - Church Green Cottages
Brighton Road - Washbrook Farmhouse
Brighton Road - Randolph’s Farmhouse
Bullfinch Lane - Wanbarrow Farmhouse
Church Fields - Cowdrays
College Lane - Wickham Farmhouse, 14
College Lane - Grove Cottage, 122
College Lane - Highfields Farmhouse
College Lane - Hurstpierpoint College
College Lane - Star House at Hurst College
Cuckfield Road - Lamb House, 6
Cuckfield Road - Lamb Photographics, 8
Cuckfield Road - The Stables behind No. 8
Cuckfield Road - Little Lower Ease
Cuckfield Road - Greenock House, 19
Cuckfield Road - Eastfield, 115
Cuckfield Road - Pickhams
Cuckfield Road - Barn south east of Pickhams
Cuckfield Road - The Sportsman Inn
Danworth Lane – Danworth Brook Farmhouse
Hassocks Road - Hampton Lodge
Hassocks Road - Gate Piers to Drive of
Hampton Lodge north east of the house
Hassocks Road - Vine House, 5
Hassocks Road - Abberton, 6
Hassocks Road - Gate Piers to Drive of 7
Hassocks Road - 13, 15, 17, 19 & 21
Hassocks Road - Gothic House, 23 & 25
Hassocks Road - Russell’s Cottage, 31
Hassocks Road - Tott Farmhouse
Hassocks Road - Barn Adjoining Tott
Farmhouse on the South East
Hassocks Road - Danny Corner, 44
Hassocks Road - Barn Adjoining No. 44 on the
south west
High Street - Treeps House, 2
High Street - Clifford Lodge, 5
High Street - Holy Trinity Parish Church
High Street - Church House
High Street - 11,13,15 & 17, 19,21,23,25, 27,
40, 42, 48, 79, 131, 151, 157 – 175
High Street - The Odd Corner, 62
High Street - The Mansion House, 70 Grade
II*
High Street – Garden Wall to the north west of
the Mansion House
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High Street - Tower in the garden of No. 74
High Street - The New Inn, 76
High Street - Townfield House, 114
High Street - Down House, 77
High Street - Wickham House, 81
High Street - Curds
High Street - Grape Vine Cottage, 141
Langton Lane - Box House Farmhouse
Langton Lane - Knowles Tooth
Langton Lane - Langton Grange
Langton Lane - Cobb’s Mill Grade II*
Langton Lane - Bridgers Cottage
Langton Lane - Goldbridge House
Langton Lane - Bridgers Farmhouse
Langton Lane - The Millhouse adjoining
Cobb’s Mill on the north
London Road - Elm House
London Road - Hillbrook House
London Road - Barn to the south of Hickstead
Jumping Course
London Road - Kingscot
London Road – Sayers
London Road - Mole Manor
London Road - Tipnoaks
Malthouse Lane - Grasmere
Malthouse Lane - Kent’s Farmhouse
Malthouse Lane - Ruckford Mill Cottages
Malthouse Lane - Ruckford Mill
Mill Lane - Naldretts
Mill Lane - The Thatch
New Way Lane - Little Danny Farmhouse
New Way Lane - Dapps
New Way Lane - Hautboys
New Way Lane - The former Coach House
north west of Danny and at east end of the
north side of the Office Courtyard
New Way Lane - The former Stables north
west of Danny towards the west end of the
Office Courtyard
New Way Lane - Danny Grade I
New Way Lane – Bearstakes
New Way Lane - Dove Cote to Danny
Trinity Road - Rectory Cottage
Trinity Road – Little Park Grade II*
West Furlong Lane - south Boundary wall to
Mansion House, Tower House, Orchard House
& the Beeches – including Gate House
Barn at Coombe Farmhouse
North End Farm Barn
Granary at Coombe Farm
Barn at Coombe Farm
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