
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: The Village Store A shop has existed on this site since at least 1406. The bow windows date from the 18th Century and the interior is notable for its original 1891 counter and shop fittings. The first floor gallery, once a feature of many similar shops, allows natural light into the interior
The Village Store in Alfriston has operated continuously since at least 1406, making it one of the oldest continually running village stores in England. Its architectural features, including 18th-century bow windows and an original 1891 counter, provide a valuable insight into the evolution of rural retail spaces over centuries.
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Photo: Simon Harriyott · CC BY 2.0