Sussex has plenty of links to famous people, with some choosing to live quiet lives in one of the many pretty villages in the county.
One tiny village that is the home of a legendary musician is Peasmarsh, in East Sussex.
This spot is in the Rother district, located on the A268 between Rye and Beckley.
Here's all you need to know about Peasmarsh and why it could be worth visiting.
Why is Peasmarsh worth a visit?
Peasmarsh itself, being a very small village, is mainly made up of countryside roads, but there are some places to visit, including a church, local pub and an independent supermarket.
A guide to the village online reads: "Peasmarsh maintains a busy local community.
"The church of St. Peter and St. Paul lies about a mile from the village centre, showing that the population was struck down in the 14th Century with bubonic plague and the surviving inhabitants re-settled nearby.
"There is even a large independently-owned superstore, a filling station and a country hotel and leisure centre at the north edge of the village."
Every year, in June, the Peasmarsh Chamber Music Festival is held in the church.
There are some great walking routes in and around the village, with one being a four-mile circular walk from the village through woodland and across fields to the earthwork remains of Iden Moat.
What are house prices like in Peasmarsh?
According to Rightmove, house prices in Peasmarsh have an overall average of £503,122 over the last year.
The majority of properties sold in Peasmarsh during the last year were detached properties, selling for an average price of £529,762. Terraced properties sold for an average of £290,000.
Overall, the historical sold prices in Peasmarsh over the last year were 10 per cent up on the previous year and 9 per cent up on the 2020 peak of £463,464.
What pubs can you find in Peasmarsh?
The main pub in the village is The Horse and Cart, on School Lane.
A highly-rated spot, it offers "delicious traditional pub food, a wide selection of drinks, and comfortable rooms for an overnight stay".
Its website says: "The Horse and Cart is renowned for classic English pub food with a seasonal twist, making it a popular dining spot in Peasmarsh.
"The menu features hearty delights such as homemade pies, fresh local fish, and succulent steaks, all prepared with locally sourced ingredients when possible.
"Whether it’s a comforting steak and ale pie in the winter or a lighter dish featuring Rye Bay fish in the summer, the inn takes pride in delivering well-crafted meals that reflect the best of British pub fare."
The pub is rated 4.8/5 on Tripadvisor from more than 100 reviews.
One review says: "Had a lovely meal here after booking last minute.
"They squeezed us in early evening, and we really enjoyed a lasagne, ham, egg and chips and a (shared) cheesecake.
"Welcoming and friendly service and we would definitely return."
Another said: "Outstanding food and service - stayed with family as we were camping nearby.
"Food was absolutely beautiful and we all ordered six different mains. Brilliant service too and would 100% return."
Sussex village of Peasmarsh is home to music legend
Sir Paul McCartney MBE, former member of The Beatles, lives in a farmhouse in the village.
It is believed that the Beatles legend bought the Blossom Wood Farm in Peasmarsh in the 1970s in hopes of raising his children away from the limelight.
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The village is not too far from Hogg Hill Mill, which is at Icklesham, and houses the private recording studio of Sir Paul.
He bought Hog Hill Mill in 1981 after the expenses of recording his albums Tug of War and Pipes of Peace.
He converted the windmill on the property into a private recording studio, Hog Hill Mill, completed in 1985.
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