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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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Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club

Address

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

Telephone
01342 824988

bbooker@elitehotels.co.uk

Forest Row

This luxury and finest country hotel includes extravagant leisure facilities and award winning dining.
The Kings Arms

Address

South Street, Rotherfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 3LJ

Telephone
01892 853441

enquiries@katn6.com

Rotherfield

Grade II listed 17th Century pub located in the small village of Rotherfield.
The Dorset Arms

Address

Buckhurst Park, Withyham, Hartfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN7 4BD

Telephone
01892 770278

enquiries@dorset-arms.co.uk

Hartfield

The Dorset Arms, in Withyham, Hartfield, offers a choice of nine rooms. The rooms combine comfort and home from home style with a choice of doubles, family or twin rooms. Three of the rooms are located above the pub. The Family Room consists of…
Crowborough Beacon Golf Club

Address

Beacon Road, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 1UJ

Telephone
01892 661511

office@cbgc.co.uk

Crowborough

An 18 hole golf course currently ranked 72nd in the Country.
The Brecknock Arms

Address

Bayham Road, Bells Yew Green, Frant, KENT, TN3 9BJ

Telephone
01892 750237

thebrecknockarms@gmail.com

Frant,

Traditional village pub offering food and garden.
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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Anchor

Address

Pellings Farm Close, CROWBOROUGH, East Sussex, TN6 2BF

Telephone
01892 610522

yewhouse@yewhouse.com

CROWBOROUGH

Bed & Breakfast, Crowborough
Countrybike ltd

Address

Spa Valley Railway, Groombridge Station, Royal Tunbridge Wells, KENT, TN2 5QY

hello@countrybike.co.uk

Royal Tunbridge Wells

Countrybike offers mobile app based bike hire in the countryside at a number of venues across Kent and East Sussex.
The Hatch Inn

Address

Colemans Hatch, Hartfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN7 4EJ

Telephone
01342 822363

nickad@bigfoot.com

Hartfield

Fifteenth century pub in Ashdown Forest with food and gardens.
DANDARA WELCOMES FATHER CHRISTMAS AND HIS ELF TO PEARMAIN PLACE IN CROWBOROUGH

Address

Dandara's Pearmain Place, Walshes Road, Crowborough, Sussex, TN6 3RA

Telephone
01892 628 954

charlotte@building-relations.co.uk

Crowborough

Local families are invited to join the festive fun at Dandara's Pearmain Place development in Crowborough, where Father Christmas and his elf will be hosting a special meet and greet on Saturday, 6th December from 11am to 3pm.
Welcomed by Father…

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From:
6 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
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.
Holly House

Address

Beaconsfield Road, Chelwood Gate, Ashdown Forest, EAST SUSSEX, RH17 7LF

Telephone
01825 740484

db@hollyhousebnb.co.uk

Ashdown Forest

Holly House, an early Victorian Forest farmhouse, now a comfortable family home, offers a warm welcome with an inviting lounge, comfortable beds and memorable breakfasts.

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From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Cafe Freestyle

Address

Dene Farm, Wadhurst Road, Mark Cross, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 3PD

Telephone
01892 782288

info@freestylebikes.co.uk

Wadhurst Road, Mark Cross

Café Freestyle is a coffee shop / café and is open to everyone offering a cooked breakfast, burgers, cakes and more.
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…
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.…
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.

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3 Feb 2025to7 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
Forest Row Market

Address

Forest Row Community Centre, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, EAST SUSSEX, RH18 5DZ

Telephone
01342 822661

info@forestrow.gov.uk

Forest Row

The best locally produced food, drink and imported products that will make your mouth water. Organic fruit & vegetables, meat, eggs, cheeses, cakes, Indian samosas, curries, small batch gin, vermouth and everything in between.
The Forest Row…

Dates

From:
6 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00
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.
The Stables, 10 Knowle Cottage

Address

Riverhall Hill, Wadhurst Road, Frant, EAST SUSSEX, TN3 9EJ

Telephone
01892 750851

shaw.geo@gmail.com;

Frant

The Stables in Frant, East Sussex is a cosy converted stable, it has two first floor bedrooms, one en-suite double and twin room, and there is a shower room with a WC. On the ground floor, there is a further bedroom and bathroom. There is a…
Bowles Rock

Address

Sandhill Lane, Boars Head, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN3 9LW

Telephone
01892 669556

Crowborough

Outdoor activity and education centre.

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