(Image: Andrew Hasson)THE CAT HOUSENo story about Henfield is complete without mentioning the Cat House on Church Walk. Built in 1550, it wasn’t until 300 years later that this gorgeous thatched cottage became known as The Cat House. Henfield village sign. (Image: Andrew Hasson)THE VILLAGE SIGNThe village sign depicts two of Henfield’s proudest boasts – the world’s oldest existing Scout troop and one of the oldest cricket clubs. (Image: Andrew Hasson)LOCAL LIFEAlan Barwick‘I’m biased about Henfield because I was born here and I’ve lived here all my life, but it’s a very friendly village.