Historic Steyning

Steyning used to be one of the most important places in the county of Sussex. Although it is now about five miles from the coast,  it was once a prosperous port with a market and a mint.

The small town has a large number of historic buildings, including many from the medieval and Tudor period. Amongst them is the Old Grammar School, founded in 1614 by William Holland, and occupying a set of 15th-century buildings.

Steyning Museum, on picturesque Church Street, houses exhibits telling the story of the long history of the town and the area. It is open all year with free admission.