The original purpose of the site is unclear, although local legend suggests that it was part of a salt making industry run by monks from the adjacent Cluniac Lewes Priory, the ruins of which can still be seen from the ground.

Indeed, the ground may merely be the excavation pit for the Mount itself, which has been suggested as the original 'temporary' motte and bailey fortress constructed by William the Conqueror's close ally, William de Warenne, before he developed Lewes Castle on higher ground.

An archaeological survey during construction of the new terrace failed to reveal any further insights into either the purpose or the age of the ground itself.

It is not clear if the game was started as an announcement stated that "it was put off on account of Waymark, the Duke's man, being ill".

There is a small car park adjacent to the ground, which is run by the local council and not owned by the club.