Vines Cross Explained

Official Name:Vines Cross
Country:England
Region:South East England
Shire County:East Sussex
Coordinates:50.9371°N 0.2675°W
Civil Parish:Horam
Postcode District:TN21
Postcode Area:TN
Post Town:Heathfield
Constituency Westminster:Wealden
Shire District:Wealden

Vines Cross is a hamlet in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England. It is 2.7 miles from the market town of Heathfield.

This dormitory village once had a thriving school, bakers, post office, church and grocers, but now only has a public house (The Brewers Arms) and a garage.[1] 50.9371°N 0.2675°W

The village also has a bonfire society,which was founded in 1996, named after the village. They attend carnivals and bonfires around Sussex. They used to hold celebrations within the village but in recent years only attend others events, wearing their skill and cross bones.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Horam Vines Cross. horam.com . 14 May 2022 .