In more modern times it was the birthplace of founding member/keyboard player of the progressive rock band Genesis, Tony Banks.

A combination of legal complications and the advent of the GPS system doomed Decca Navigator, which first saw service on D-Day and was used to guide ships ashore.

The local iron industry also had connection here: it is possible that Halland was a stopping place for the teams of oxen taking cannon to Lewes.

[6] On 3 December 2006 the Festival Fireworks factory in nearby Shortgate caught fire detonating the display pyrotechnics stored on the site.

[11] Society members dress in an array of costumes ranging from cowboys and Indians, to Vikings and military personnel.