In October 1985, Liz and David Phillips established the first Steamer Trading store on the historic High Street in Alfriston, Sussex. Situated in the scenic Cuckmere Valley, only a few miles away from Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters chalk cliffs, the Phillips family had previously relocated to the village to manage the local Village Store. After a decade of dedicated effort, including countless hours of painting, sawing, and hammering, they successfully recreated the charming Victorian shop that offered
