National Trust - Alfriston Clergy House Tourist Attraction in Polegate, Alfriston

Reviews

1. Emma ★★★★★

   I was apprehensive, as we travelled a long way on a day trip to what we knew was a smaller NT property. But we loved it! We were greeted by a really friendly staff member. The trail was really good, my 13 year old daughter enjoyed doing it. Love apple orchard, I had no idea there were so many types of apples or there is a phobia to apples. The house was really interesting inside. We were here just as long as we are at larger properties.

   almost 10 months ago
2. Matthew Moore ★★★★★

   Pretty much contemporary with the nearby Parish Church, this is a fascinating old dwelling. Now run by the National Trust, who bought it for a tenner in 1896, it is a fine example of a 14th century Wealden House (medieval, timber framed). It has been: a farmer's house, a vicarage, a private residence. It is now open to the public and run by the friendliest staff imaginable. The simplicity of the house inside and out belies the significant efforts made to present it in as authentic manner as possible. The gardens are lovely. We must remember that this building would have fallen down/been demolished without the foresight of the founding members of the National Trust

   1 year ago
3. Patrick Xu ★★★★★

   Visited Alfriston on our way to The Seven Sisters White Cliffs, stopped at the town for lunch. We had a nice lunch at the Wingrove, then wandering about in the town, It was a very beautiful, scenic and tranquil town.

   1 year ago

1. Warren Heath ★★★★☆

   Park in village car park free for 3 hours and nice toilets too, if full there's another one opposite but have to pay on this one. Walk to cottage, path in village on left , across the green cottage behind church. Sits low down so the main room is a surprise with such a high ceiling. Not much to see but it's all about the history and how it was to live in way back when. Nice gardens.

   1 year ago
2. W W Howe ★★★★★

   Alfriston Clergy house was the house attached to the church next door. It is an ancient property which is in fact the first property acquired by the National Trust. Saved from demolition it has been restored to its former glory. The house has had many occupants and has a rich history. The volunteer guides within the house have great knowledge and are happy to answer questions and paint a picture of how things once were. Outside are lovely gardens and a little orchard which is still producing rare varieties of apples. Entry is free for National Trust members, see their website for details. Please note that parking is in Alfriston village and is a ten minute walk away. It is chargeable but not expensive. Please also note that there are no toilet or refreshment facilities at the house. The church next door is open and free to enter and more widely the village is beautiful,oldy worldy with lovely shops,pubs and restaurants.

   1 year ago
3. Patrick Bastow ★★★★★

   This was the 1st ever National Trust site. It’s probably now one if smallest buildings in the NT but Alfriston itself is so lovely so it’s worth a visit. There is no real parking. So park in one of two public car parks and walk to the house. If you are are not a member of the NT consider joining if you are going to visit more than 2-3 NT sites in a year. This house is lovely but very small and quite expensive on its own to visit. But if you visit with NT membership it’s ‘free’. The gardens during the summer are lovely. If you visit the house go to the Church next door too - well worth a visit

   almost 4 years ago

1. Sam Burbidge ★★★★☆

   Well we went to visit the clergy house but unfortunately NT had neglected to tell anyone ( there were many other disappointed people ) it was closed that day. However, that said, the village of Alfriston is a picture postcard little village with some lovely walks a beautiful village green and a small centre with interesting shops. TIP for parking: The first carpark you come to is a pay and display on the left, however venture 100 yards down the road and on the right is a FREE car park for 2 hours which is plenty of time to explore. Enjoy your visit and hopefully have more luck with the clergy house than me.

   almost 4 years ago
2. Tomáš Zajíček ★★★★★

   The first ever property under National Trust. A really unique place with a beautiful tranquil back garden. Visited before, currently closed, but still deserves 5*!

   almost 5 years ago
3. Mat Cooke ★★★★★

   Wow! Found this amazing gem while spending time at Birling Gap. The history of this place is fantastic, the knowledge and helpfulness of the volunteers is brilliant! The place is quite small so you will only need about an hour or maybe 2 to look around. Found the carved oak leaf being the inspiration for the NT logo particularly inspiring!

   more 7 years ago

1. Midas Gordon-Farleigh ★★★★★

   This place is an absolute gem. This is the first property the National Trust ever bought, and it contains an engraving that may have inspired their oak leaf logo. There's something really special about visiting a place that's seen c.700 years of history, and that's just the feeling you get at the Clergy House. The gardens are fantastic, with wonderful smells like mint, rosemary and lavender to enjoy.

   more 8 years ago

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