The east side of the village lies by the River Cuckmere and is home to the village green, which is called the Tye.In the centre of the Tye is St. Andrew's Church. The 14th-century Alfriston Clergy House close by was originally a farmhouse but later became the vicarage. It is now maintained by the National Trust.It was the very first property bought by the Trust, in 1896, and it is a classic ...

The Anglican parish church of the Holy Cross is a largely 13th century structure, but it is mentioned in the domesday book with the chancel arch and font surviving from the 11th century. It is one of a benefice of five downland churches (Barlavington, Bignor, Burton, Coates and Sutton). Historic houses in the village include the Yeoman's House, a ca. 15th century oak …