New Edition of Hailsham Heritage Trail Now Available

A newly edited edition of the popular Hailsham Heritage Trail Map & Guide is now available, with freshly printed copies delivered and ready for residents and visitors to purchase.

The updated guide, produced by the Town Council in partnership with the Hailsham Historical Society, Richard Goldsmith and local historian Paul Endersby, provides an enjoyable self-guided walk through Hailsham’s historic streets and highlights 27 buildings and locations of historical importance.

The latest edition includes a number of amendments and updates to the directional information, helping walkers navigate the route more easily while continuing to discover the people, places and events that have shaped Hailsham over the centuries.

First launched in 2012 to celebrate the town’s unique history and architectural heritage, the Heritage Trail has become a popular way for residents, visitors, schools and local history enthusiasts to explore Hailsham from a different perspective.

The illustrated guide features historic photographs, descriptions of significant locations and a clear walking route around the town centre and surrounding area.

Among the landmarks featured are The Stone, believed to be Hailsham’s oldest surviving house and dating back to the 1320s, Hailsham Parish Church, a Grade I listed building with origins in the early fifteenth century, and the historic Fleur de Lys/Inglenook in Market Street, parts of which date from the reign of Elizabeth I.

Other locations featured include Cortlandt in George Street, the Old Court House, Hailsham Pavilion, Wellington Lodge, the former Village School and the site of the old Hailsham Railway Station.

Corporate Services Manager Karen Giddings said: “The Heritage Trail provides a wonderful opportunity for people to discover more about Hailsham’s fascinating past while enjoying a walk around the town. We are pleased to have been able to update the guide and improve the directional information to make following the trail as straightforward as possible.

“The arrival of the new printed copies means residents and visitors can once again pick up a guide and explore Hailsham’s historic buildings, landmarks and hidden stories at their own pace.”

Cllr Anne Marie Ricketts, Chair of the Town Council’s Communities Committee, said: “Hailsham has a rich and fascinating heritage, and the Heritage Trail is an excellent way of bringing that history to life. The updated edition ensures that people can continue to enjoy the trail with clear and accurate directions as they discover more about our town.

“We hope residents and visitors will take the opportunity to purchase a copy, explore the route and perhaps discover something about Hailsham’s history that they didn’t know before.”

The Hailsham Heritage Trail Map & Guide costs just £1 and is available to purchase from the Hailsham Town Council Offices in Market Street.

The Town Council remains committed to promoting Hailsham’s heritage and encouraging residents and visitors to explore and appreciate the town’s historic character and unique identity.