North East Sussex

Assets of Community Value

The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026 significantly overhauls the Assets of Community Value (ACV) regime. It replaces the old "right to bid" with a statutory "right to buy," extends the sale freeze (moratorium) from six to twelve months. The legislation provides vital new tools to protect valued local spaces, with key reforms including:Community Right to Buy: Communities now have the right of first refusal when an ACV comes up for sale, blocking sales on the open market while the community raises funds. If an agreement on price cannot be reached, an independent valuer determines the open-market value.Broader Scope: The criteria for ACVs have been widened to include assets that further the economic well-being or economic interests of the local community, protecting facilities like village shops. Past community use is no longer required to be in the "recent past" to qualify.Extended Timelines: The time period a community group has to purchase an asset is extended to up to 12 months, though owners may request a progress review at the six-month mark.

Council ACV listings were last checked on 12-07-26 and this page was updated accordingly

  • Bells Yew Green
    • Brecknock Arms Bayham Road Bells Yew Green TN3 9BJ Telephone(01892) 750237

      A ten minute walk from Frant railway station, the Brecknock is a traditional country pub on a crossroads in the village centre. Usually at least two Harvey's cask ales and traditional pub meals are available. Family run with a warm welcome and good service are assured. A large out-building in the garden is used for the September beer festival and special events and a converted build at the front serves as a TV and games room.

  • Cross in Hand
    • Cross in Hand Inn Cross in Hand Cross in Hand TN21 0SN Telephone(01435) 865449

      The original beamed part of the building dates from the nineteenth century, it has been extended to give four different areas around a single bar.

  • Fairwarp
    • Foresters Arms High Street Fairwarp TN22 3BP Telephone(01825) 712808

      A private house which became a pub in 1898, it is a village local with low ceilings and beams which welcomes visitors, particularly walkers enjoying Ashdown Forest. One bar serves separate areas, the main bar area, the restaurant and a family room with sofas. APRIL 2024 - change of ownership. No longer Hall & Woodhouse Now owned by Wingrove House Ltd and free of tie.

  • Five Ashes
    • Five Ashes Inn Five Ashes Five Ashes TN20 6HY Telephone(01825) 830485

      A four hundred year old village inn with two small bars, one with an inglenook fireplace. The pub is raised and separated from the road by a terrace with seating and a parking area. The guest beers tend to be selected from local breweries. No food, just crisps, nuts,etc. Unfortunately the opening and closing times can be a bit erratic. They may close earlier than advertised if nobody is there!

  • Groombridge
    • Junction Inn Station Road Groombridge TN3 9RB Telephone(01892) 864275

      A welcoming pub with a separate restaurant area, very handy for Groombridge Station and the Spa Valley Railway. . The building was erected on the site of a long room, which housed the navvies building the railway. Currently only one regular beer, Harvey's Sussex Best Bitter, is on offer. The food menu includes a selection of burgers and pizzas as well as other traditional pub favourites. Roast dinners are served on Sundays.

  • Hadlow Down
    • New Inn Main Road Hadlow Down TN22 4HJ

      Rebuilt in 1885 following a fire, this quirky but friendly, no-frills, traditional village pub has a regionally important historic pub interior identified by CAMRA because of the back bar fittings, ceramic spirit casks and panelled counter. Although the pub is free of tie, cask beers are all from Harvey’s of Lewes and are excellently kept. Apart from the usual crisps, nuts, etc., a choice of hot pies are usually available. Card payments are now accepted.

  • Halland
    • Blacksmith's Arms Lewes Road Halland BN8 6PN Telephone(01825) 840304

      Adjacent to the Halland A22 roundabout, The Blacksmith's Arms has a traditional village inn ambience; horse brasses, real fires and oak beams go to create that warm homely and friendly atmosphere. Harvey's Best is a regular plus an additional beer is sometimes available. Good quality food, much of it homemade, is offered. There is outside seating to the front of the pub and two car parks, front and rear. Under new management from September 2018. Real cider is only available in the summer.

  • Hartfield
    • Bear Inn Church Street Hartfield TN7 4AG Telephone(01892) 770424

      Now the last pub in the village. Dating from the 14th Century, it has two bars and a separate restaurant available for functions. The bars are heated by wood burning stoves in winter. Locals enjoy the all day opening where friendly bar staff add to the relaxed atmosphere. The pub is situated close to Ashdown Forest and is not far from Pooh Bridge. Under new management from July 2024.

  • Laughton
    • Roebuck Inn Lewes Road Laughton BN8 6BG Telephone(01323) 811244

      Refurbished and reopened under new management in Jan 2021, the Roebuck is an attractive 17th century former coaching inn in the centre of the quiet village. It is largely open plan and was once owned by Tamplins Brewery. The main bar has an attractive fireplace with a tiled surround, there is a small snug at the rear ideal for a quiet drink and a large refurbished function room, which hosts parties, wakes & weddings. Homemade food is locally sourced and always includes a vegetarian option. It is a perfect location to stop after a walk around the surrounding woodland area.

  • Rotherfield
    • Catts Inn High Street Rotherfield TN6 3LH Telephone(01892) 852577

      Built in 1741 and refurbished and reopened in April 2019, this is a community village local with a quiet bar for conversation and a separate games and TV room. Bought by a family owned independent pub company in 2019 from Ei Group (formerly Enterprise) when the range of beers was increased. Food is no longer available.

  • Rushlake Green
    • Horse & Groom Rushlake Green TN21 9QE Telephone(01435) 830320

      Dating back to 1650, the pub has been known as the Horse & Groom since 1777. Inside are a beamed bar and restaurant with a good reputation for locally sourced, home prepared and freshly cooked food. A walled garden offers views over the nearby lakes. Under new ownership from April 2018.

  • Uckfield
    • Highlands Inn Eastbourne Road Uckfield TN22 5SP Telephone(01825) 762989

      Large pub by roundabout just outside Uckfield. Large garden with children's play area.

  • Upper Hartfield
    • Gallipot Inn Gallipot Street Upper Hartfield TN7 4AJ Telephone(01892) 770008

      The Gallipot Inn is a delightful privately owned traditional English pub, on the edge of Ashdown Forest. With 16th century origins, the interior still has many of the original features. The emphasis on great customer service and the quality of the locally sourced and home cooked food, based on modern British cuisine, is supported by a varied real ale offering. The rear garden has great views of Ashdown Forest. A friendly welcome awaits.