But what about other roads in the town? Some are named after famous people, some after poets, some after trees, some after historical events – but the meanings of others have been lost over time.
Many road names depict local people who helped to shape Horsham and make it the town it has become today.
9. The meaning of Horsham road names
The Eversfield family owned Denne Park from the 16th century and also owned Chesworth House Photo: Google
10. The meaning of Horsham road names
David Bryce ran a furniture shop in East Street during the mid 20th century and also served as a local councillor Photo: Google
11. The meaning of Horsham road names
The Hurst family were an influential Horsham family. Around 1800 much of what is now Horsham Park was sold to Robert Hurst, MP for Steyning and Horsham, who died in 1843. His son Robert Henry was also MP for Horsham and he was succeeded by his son. Colonel A R Hurst sold Horsham Park and grounds to Horsham District Council in 1928 for £18,000. Photo: Google
12. The meaning of Horsham road names
Agate Lane is named after the Agate family, local farmers and corn merchants since the 16th century Photo: Google