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    Front of the house across the village green in the late evening sun
    © NTPL / Andrew Butler
    Alfriston Clergy House
    The Tye, Alfriston, Polegate, East Sussex BN26 5TL
    Telephone: 01323 870001
    House  Garden  1896 
    This rare 14th-century Wealden 'hall house' was the first building to be acquired by the National Trust, in 1896. The thatched, timber-framed house is in an idyllic setting, with views across the River Cuckmere, and surrounded by a delightful, tranquil cottage garden featuring a magnificent Judas tree. Note: no WC, nearest in village car park

    Don't miss
    • Admire the first house the National Trust saved.
    • Enjoy the tranquillity of our English cottage garden.
    • Discover the chalk and sour milk floor in the hall.

    Making the most of your day
    Children's quizzes and trails. Varied events programme all year. Short circular walks and longer distance hikes over South Downs. Situated in the interesting and historic medieval village of Alfriston

    Points to noteno WC, nearest in village car park

    Opening times
    27 Feb - 1 Aug 10 10:30 - 5 Mo Closed Tuesdays We Th Closed Fridays Sa Su
    2 Aug - 29 Aug 10 10:30 - 5 Mo Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su
    30 Aug - 31 Oct 10 10:30 - 5 Mo Closed Tuesdays We Th Closed Fridays Sa Su
    1 Nov - 19 Dec 10 11 - 4 Mo Closed Tuesdays We Th Closed Fridays Sa Su
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    Open Good Friday. Special Friday openings in August. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.

    Get in touch

    01323 870001 Fax: 01323 871318 Email: alfriston@nationaltrust.org.uk


    Prices

    Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): adult £4.50 (£4.05), child £2.30 (£2.05), family £11.30 (£10.25). Guided tour £1.50 extra (including members)


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