The Castle, or Old Castle as it is sometimes known, can trace its origins as an inn back to 1762, but the building itself could go as far back as 1642.

For a time Richard Tamplin, (founder of Tamplins Ales and later the Phoenix Brewery in Brighton), owned all three pubs in the village until the Vine opened its doors opposite the Castle.

The Norris family owned and ran the family business for some 45 years, passing from one generation to another.

The last pint was pulled in 1911 when the building was converted in to a private house. Thankfully, the current owners have kept the original blue lantern above the door.

Known Landlords
1839 - J Hide & Richard Tamplin
1851 - Frederick Street
1859 - F Street
1866 - Luke Norris
1890 - Luke Norris
1894 - Mrs Caroline Norris (wife of Luke Norris)
1905 - Alfred C Norris (son of Luke Norris)
1911 - Closed. Licence transferred to Thomas A Becket