[Sussex] Alex Polizzi - Alfriston Star

[AmexRuislip]

https://www.sussexlive.co.uk/news/sussex-news/star-alfriston-alex-polizzis-east-5771669

Apologies if fixtures.
Has anyone been watching this on C5.
Fascinating viewing into renovating the listed building, that is the Star in Alfriston.

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[BN9 BHA]

Yes watching this now.
I worked at this hotel about 18 years ago, I feel sorry for the plumbers working there.

 

[knocky1]

My sister was the receptionist there through the ‘80’s. Turned up once with 30 Italian students I was looking after, who all cheered and danced when she came out to say hello.
The place certainly needed a major refurb. I think it’s good and the receptionist thinks not good.

Do you know the story of this?

 

[AmexRuislip]

Yes watching this now.
I worked at this hotel about 18 years ago, I feel sorry for the plumbers working there.

Excellent
I used to frequent the local youth hostel way back, when cycling around Sussex as a yoof.

 

[BN9 BHA]

Excellent
I used to frequent the local youth hostel way back, when cycling around Sussex as a yoof.

The place was a bit of a shambles back then, if you saw the first episode you could see the poor condition of the buildings.

Apart from the traffic I really like the village of Alfriston.

 

[AmexRuislip]

My sister was the receptionist there through the ‘80’s. Turned up once with 30 Italian students I was looking after, who all cheered and danced when she came out to say hello.
The place certainly needed a major refurb. I think it’s good and the receptionist thinks not good.

Do you know the story of this?
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I remember being told its something to do with a Dutch shipwreck

 

[PeterOut]

My sister was the receptionist there through the ‘80’s. Turned up once with 30 Italian students I was looking after, who all cheered and danced when she came out to say hello.
The place certainly needed a major refurb. I think it’s good and the receptionist thinks not good.

Do you know the story of this?
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The answer is here - https://englandssecretlandscapes.substack.com/p/the-battleground-coast-smugglers

 

[knocky1]

The answer is here - https://englandssecretlandscapes.substack.com/p/the-battleground-coast-smugglers

Ah, Ravilious. A man who could depict our chalk landscapes from his heart.

 

[Weststander]

Love this series, also The Hotel Inspector, Alex Polizzi is great.

Would love a stay at their hotel on the fringe of Dartmoor, the Endsleigh.

 

[Knocky's Nose]

My connection to the Star is an odd one, and it will always remain in my heart and memories...

I was 19, my friend's next door neighbour was a 25 year old, married, very pretty and very petite blonde - and she tagged along one night up the pier (Roxy) in Eastbourne. We got talking, she got flirty, that was that.

Next morning I get a phone call (she'd begged him for my number) from her saying she's actually divorcing her husband and can we meet so she can explain all.

We decided to meet at the Star in Alfriston as it was miles from her house (Normans Bay) and was quiet. I made it quite clear she was married, so I wasn't interested - but I'd go along.

We sat in a quiet corner, away from everyone, then after about an hour of deep conversation an old lady walked over to us and said "May I just say what an absolutely beautiful couple you make! You look so perfect together.."

6 Months later we were living with each other and madly in love. 4 years after that I left her as she was deranged.

Moral of the story - Don't listen to relationship advice from random people in the Star at Alfriston. Just enjoy your pint.

 

[happypig]

The place was a bit of a shambles back then, if you saw the first episode you could see the poor condition of the buildings.

Apart from the traffic I really like the village of Alfriston.

How odd, I can't stand the place. We stayed there once, house-sitting for a friend and found the pubs rather snooty and the people a bit up themselves.

 

[kentgully]

Who would ?

 

[essbee1]

My connection to the Star is an odd one, and it will always remain in my heart and memories...

I was 19, my friend's next door neighbour was a 25 year old, married, very pretty and very petite blonde - and she tagged along one night up the pier (Roxy) in Eastbourne. We got talking, she got flirty, that was that.

Next morning I get a phone call (she'd begged him for my number) from her saying she's actually divorcing her husband and can we meet so she can explain all.

We decided to meet at the Star in Alfriston as it was miles from her house (Normans Bay) and was quiet. I made it quite clear she was married, so I wasn't interested - but I'd go along.

We sat in a quiet corner, away from everyone, then after about an hour of deep conversation an old lady walked over to us and said "May I just say what an absolutely beautiful couple you make! You look so perfect together.."

6 Months later we were living with each other and madly in love. 4 years after that I left her as she was deranged.

Moral of the story - Don't listen to relationship advice from random people in the Star at Alfriston. Just enjoy your pint.

That's put me on a right downer for even for a Friday. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Dick Swiveller]

We went on a Ghost Walk round Alfriston 20 odd years ago and I think that is the pub that you can ring the bell in the bar and get a free night's accommodation. The only downside is that next day, you need to walk barefoot to Newhaven and leave the country for good.

 

[AmexRuislip]

We went on a Ghost Walk round Alfriston 20 odd years ago and I think that is the pub that you can ring the bell in the bar and get a free night's accommodation. The only downside is that next day, you need to walk barefoot to Newhaven and leave the country for good.

They let you back in then

 

[Dick Swiveller]

They let you back in then

You joke but Mrs Swiveller still thinks we should try it to see if we get a free night.

 

[BN9 BHA]

How odd, I can't stand the place. We stayed there once, house-sitting for a friend and found the pubs rather snooty and the people a bit up themselves.

I’m snooty and up myself so I fit in well

I’ve worked in several houses in the village and found the people fine, only been in pubs for a quick drink or lunch when I’ve been on a walk.

 

[Biscuit]

My connection to the Star is an odd one, and it will always remain in my heart and memories...

I was 19, my friend's next door neighbour was a 25 year old, married, very pretty and very petite blonde - and she tagged along one night up the pier (Roxy) in Eastbourne. We got talking, she got flirty, that was that.

Next morning I get a phone call (she'd begged him for my number) from her saying she's actually divorcing her husband and can we meet so she can explain all.

We decided to meet at the Star in Alfriston as it was miles from her house (Normans Bay) and was quiet. I made it quite clear she was married, so I wasn't interested - but I'd go along.

We sat in a quiet corner, away from everyone, then after about an hour of deep conversation an old lady walked over to us and said "May I just say what an absolutely beautiful couple you make! You look so perfect together.."

6 Months later we were living with each other and madly in love. 4 years after that I left her as she was deranged.

Moral of the story - Don't listen to relationship advice from random people in the Star at Alfriston. Just enjoy your pint.

One of the best posts on here for ages. Wonderful and what a twist.

 

[AmexRuislip]

The Hotel Inspector

Billy Andy's (Season 19 Episode 6): Alex Polizzi is in Northern Ireland to help hotelier Eamon. The Hotel Inspector airs on 5SELECT at 8:00 PM, Wednesday 25 September. Alex Polizzi is in Northern Ireland to help hotelier Eamon

www.tvguide.co.uk

 

[METALMICKY]

One of the best posts on here for ages. Wonderful and what a twist.

Only just seen this heart warming story. How has it never been adapted for the big screen?