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Crowborough is one of the largest inland towns in East Sussex and one of the county's highest points. It is easily reached from London by railway on Southern; a regular bus network connects Crowborough with other towns and villages in Wealden and visitors can also visit the coastal resorts of Eastbourne and Brighton. Details can be found on the East Sussex interactive bus route map.

Crowborough is situated on the edge of Ashdown Forest in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where horse riding and walking are among some of the leisure activities to enjoy. It is also best known for its famous resident Sir Arthur Conan Doyle creator of Sherlock Holmes

The nearby Ashdown Forest was the inspiration for the Winnie the Pooh stories and the Victorian English nature writer Richard Jeffries was also inspired to write several essays based around Sussex whilst living in Crowborough in the late 1880s.

Crowborough Beacon Golf Club and the Boars Head Golf Centre are among the best golfing experiences in the south with beautifully designed courses in picturesque settings.

Why not follow the Crowborough Mystery Trail - a great way to discover Crowborough and its history.

Experience...

Crowborough and the surrounding area is home to a diverse number of attractions. Everything from enchanted forests at Groombridge Place to steam railways at Spa Valley and The Bluebell Railway.

If you like outdoor pursuits you will find Bowles Outdoor Centre and Nuts 4 Climbing. There is also Bewl Water which offers many types of watersports and activities, ideal for families and within half an hour's distance.

Relax & Enjoy...

The local cuisine is sure to whet the appetite in Crowborough from gastro-pubs to family-friendly cafés serving organic coffee, and sophisticated eateries promising fine dining.

It’s easy to find the best restaurants for every occasion and budget. Every taste is catered for, choose from curries, Thai and Chinese.

Close by you will find lots of quaint country pubs and garden centres offering local produce. And you can experience some fine dining at hotels such as The Buxted Park and Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club.

Out & About...

Crowborough Freedom Leisure Centre has great facilities including a large swimming pool and gym.

Tennis, golf and walking are among popular outdoor activities; Crowborough Country Park is easily accessible from Crowborough Hill. You will find sixteen acre local nature reserve, a perfect place for a peaceful walk or a family picnic. An undulating circular stone track meanders through the site amongst tall trees, ponds and a picnic area. The deep rocky gorge is a main feature of the site.

Explore...

Crowborough is ideally located for visiting the Ashdown Forest which is at the heart of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has national and international protection because of its wildlife. Nearly two thirds of its 6500 acres are heathland, amounting to 2.5% of the UK's extent of this rare habitat.

Get Immersed...

Crowborough has proud links to some famous names from Britain's past and a visit to the bronze statue of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is a must. The poet Minnie Louise Haskins also lived in the town.

Also look out for connections to Roland Penrose, Rudyard Kipling, AA Milne and Virginia Woolf.

Stay a While...

There is a wonderful selection of first class hotels in nearby Wych Cross, Buxted and Uckfield and a wide choice of high quality B&Bs, guest houses and self-catering properties in the area.

If camping and caravanning are to your taste, Crowborough has a site next to the leisure centre and a small site on the outskirts of town.

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Forest Garden Shovelstrode Ltd

Address

Shovelstrode Lane, Ashurst Wood, EAST GRINSTEAD, East Sussex, RH19 3PH

Telephone
07956 815458

info@forestgarden.info

EAST GRINSTEAD

A magical woodland eco-retreat nestled on the edge of Ashdown Forest offering woodland craft courses, activities and therapies.
The George Inn

Address

36 High Street, Frant, EAST SUSSEX, TN3 9DU

Telephone
01892 750350

gregoryelliott123@btinternet.com

Frant

Traditional pub with two bars, a restaurant area, large enclosed gardens, and a children’s play area.
The Riding

Address

High Broom Lane, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 3SP

Telephone
01892 654619

bookings@southerncomfort.uk.com

Crowborough

The Riding in Crowborough in East Sussex offers an ideal retreat in a peaceful location at the end of a private road, yet only a few minutes from the town of Crowborough. It has two double bedrooms, which are spacious and are of a high quality.…
Nature Thursdays at Ashdown Forest

Address

Ashdown Forest Centre, Colemans Hatch Road, Wych Cross, East Sussex, RH18 5JP

Telephone
01342 823583

Conservators@ashdownforest.org

Wych Cross,

Family activity days on Ashdown Forest suitable for children age 5–12 years (check individual events for age suitability). Join our Education team to explore the beautiful Ashdown Forest. We will be exploring the seasons with a walk, fun activities,…

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From:
28 May 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
From:
30 July 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
The Nevill Crest and Gun

Address

Eridge Road, Eridge Green, EAST SUSSEX, TN3 9JR

Telephone
01892 864209

nevill.crest.and.gun@brunningandprice.co.uk

Eridge Green

The Neville Crest & Gun gorgeous country pub in Eridge Green, East Sussex is in a building with over 500 year of history. The pub provides classic British dishes. Special gluten free menus are available and a ‘Click and Collect’ option for…
Birchden Vineyards

Address

Birchden Vineyards, Birchden Farm, Broadwater Forest Lane, Groombridge, East Sussex, TN3 9NR

Telephone
07407 348267

hello@birchdenvineyards.co.uk

Broadwater Forest Lane, Groombridge

Escape to Birchden Vineyards and be unexpectedly enchanted. Wines this good deserve to be paired with an unforgettable, magical experience.
Perryhill Orchards

Address

Edenbridge Road, Hartfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN7 4JJ

Telephone
01892 770595

cidercentre@aol.com

Hartfield

Established as a commercial apple orchard in 1966, the farm is ideally situated on the Northern gateway to the Ashdown Forest. It is found close to the picturesque village of Hartfield, made famous by AA Milne’s stories of Winnie the Pooh.
Clay Studio

Address

Barnsgate Vineyard, Herons Ghyll, EAST SUSSEX, TN22 4DB

Telephone
01825 714 588

info@theclay.studio

Herons Ghyll

Located on the Kent/Sussex border at Barnsgate Manor Vineyard, on the edge of Ashdown Forest, The Clay Studio has far-reaching views towards the South Downs. Surrounded by beautiful fields and wild meadows, it is the perfect place to step away from…

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Wadhurst Castle Cottages

Address

Wadhurst Castle, Castle Walk, Wadhurst, EAST SUSSEX, TN5 6DA

Telephone
01892 785258

stay@wadhurstcastlecottages.co.uk

Wadhurst

Wadhurst Castle Cottage is in the parkland of Washurst Castle, Wadhurst, East Sussex. The Cottage is a Regency self catering holiday cottage with well proportioned rooms, which is light, spacious and welcoming. Accommodation is for up to 6…
Jarvis Brew

Address

1 Station Approach, Farningham Road, Jarvis Brook, TN6 2GE

Telephone
01892655921

jarvisbrew@gmail.com

Farningham Road

Rachel and Gary have a passion for good food and drink and a friendly service their coffee is top notch and they serve espresso made using a blend of beans from Roasted Ltd in Brighton choosing a blend with a hint of Tanzanian washed robusta, which…
Catts Inn

Address

High Street, Rotherfield, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 3LH

Telephone
01892 852546

colingilbert06@gmail.com

Crowborough

The Catts Inn has been at the heart of the community since 1741, however a tipple may have been enjoyed here as it was rumoured to be a drinking house prior to 1741.
Winklestone Vineyard

Address

Winklestone Vineyard, Seeley Cottage, Fairwarp, East Sussex, TN22 3BU

Telephone
07842 098753

info@winklestone.co.uk

Fairwarp

The Dewhurst family have lived in Fairwarp on the Ashdown Forest for 21 years, planting our small vineyard in an adjacent paddock in 2020. We are a family business, doing everything ourselves, mostly by hand, with great care and attention to detail.
Robin Hill

Address

Fielden Road, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 1TR

Telephone
01892 652401

crowstay@tiscali.co.uk

Crowborough

Comfortable home in a quiet location, on a private road leading onto the beautiful Ashdown Forest. All rooms overlook the established gardens and guests are welcome to use the deck area.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Blackham Village Market

Address

Blackham Village Hall, Blackham, EAST SUSSEX, TN3 9UD

Telephone
01892 740337

Blackham

Savour the authentic village-life atmosphere and enjoy local produce on sale, including bread, eggs, home baking, preserves fruit and vegetables.

Dates

From:

3 Feb 2026to7 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Busi - Jacobsohn Wine Estate

Address

Blackdon Farm, Eridge Green, Tunbridge Wells, KENT, TN3 9HX

Telephone
07590 181718

info@busijacobsohn.com

Tunbridge Wells

This single estate vineyard is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and growers of luxury English sparkling wines.
Groombridge Place Campsite

Address

Groombridge Hill, Groombridge, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, Kent, TN3 9QG

Telephone
01892 487607

Info@groombridgecamping.com

TUNBRIDGE WELLS

Perfect for anyone looking to book a last-minute summer camping holiday, ‘Groombridge Camping’ i
The campsite is situated in a secluded and beautiful location in the historic village of Groombridge on the Kent and East Sussex border. The campsite…

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The Greyhound Hotel

Address

St James Square, High Street, Wadhurst, EAST SUSSEX, TN5 6AP

Telephone
01892 783224

greyhoundtn5@gmail.com

Wadhurst

16th century coaching inn with food, garden and accommodation.
Coco's Cafe

Address

3 Hillside, The Square, Forest Row, EAST SUSSEX, RH18 5ES

Telephone
01342 545008

manager.cafecoco@outlook.com

The Square, Forest Row

Coco’s Café in Forest Row provides home cooked/prepared pasties, sausage rolls, cakes, soups and drinks and more.
Bowles Outdoor Centre

Address

Bowles Outdoor Centre, Sandhill Lane, Eridge Green, Tunbridge Wells, KENT, TN3 9LW

Telephone
01892 665665

admin@bowles.rocks

Eridge Green, Tunbridge Wells

Multi-activity centre. Offers dry-skiing, snowboarding, sledging, ropes courses & initiative training, zip wire, mountain biking, walking and camping expeditions, raft building & more. Open all year
The Roebuck Hotel

Address

Wych Cross, Forest Row, EAST SUSSEX, RH18 5JL

Telephone
01342 823811

6499@greeneking.co.uk

Forest Row

The Roebuck Hotel, Forest Row is a charming hotel offering a flat screen TV in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free Wi-Fi is offered to guests. The hotel features room service and baggage storage. In addition,…

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