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Built in 1402, it was originally known as Sluice House used for accommodating men who controlled the flood gates diverting the river Ash Bourne (Wallers Haven) towards what is now known as Normans Bay. In 1597 it was first mentioned as local 'watering hole' of shepherds, earning it the name of 'The Star of Bethlehem', which in time got shortened to 'The Star'.
Built in 1402, it was originally known as Sluice House used for accommodating men who controlled the flood gates diverting the river Ash Bourne (Wallers Haven) towards what is now known as Normans Bay. In 1597 it was first mentioned as local 'watering hole' of shepherds, earning it the name of 'The Star of Bethlehem', which in time got shortened to 'The Star'.



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The Star Inn, Sluice Road
LL ref: 381
Start date: 1402
Architect: unknown
Builder: unknown
Original use: Commercial/residential
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Built in 1402, it was originally known as Sluice House used for accommodating men who controlled the flood gates diverting the river Ash Bourne (Wallers Haven) towards what is now known as Normans Bay. In 1597 it was first mentioned as local 'watering hole' of shepherds, earning it the name of 'The Star of Bethlehem', which in time got shortened to 'The Star'.

Throughout the 18th century The Star was a well known haunt for smugglers, with local gangs fighting customs men in front of the inn.

Further Reading

The Star Inn: Story

Normans Bay: A Fragment (2015, book)

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