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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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Nuts4Climbing Saturday Club Trail - Half Price Offer

Address

Nuts4Climbing, Eridge Road, Groombridge, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 9NH

Telephone
01892 860670

info@nuts4climbing.com

Groombridge, Tunbridge Wells

Our Saturday club runs from 9am – 12pm every week in line with school term times (March – November, we don’t break for half terms). It’s based at Harrison’s Rocks in Groombridge and is an action packed morning of outdoor rock climbing that is…

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From:

1 Mar 2026to30 Apr 2026Various Opening Times
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.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Java And Jazz

Address

The Square, FOREST ROW, East Sussex, RH18 5GD

Telephone
01342 826699

info@javaandjazz.co.uk

FOREST ROW

Situated in Forest Row serving everything from morning coffee to breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as accommodating every special occasion!
Forest Garden Shovelstrode Ltd

Address

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

Telephone
07956 815458

info@forestgarden.info

EAST GRINSTEAD

Luxury secluded camping in stunning traditional Yurts and rustic Log Cabins. Ideal for a romantic getaway, a family holiday or a group get-together. Woodland craft courses, activities, experiences, therapies & treatments are available for…

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From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Wadhurst Farmers Market and Craft Fair

Address

Wadhurst Commemoration Hall, High Street, Wadhurst, EAST SUSSEX, TN5 6AP

Telephone
07879 656739

Wadhurst

fresh local produce, home baked goods, local art & craft.

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From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Bardown Farm Holiday Cottages

Address

Bardown Road, Stonegate, Wadhurst , EAST SUSSEX, TN5 7EL

Telephone
01580 200452

info@bardownfarm.co.uk

Wadhurst

At Bardown Farm there are numerous cottages you can stay in near the High Weald.
Go Wild at The Warren

Address

Black Hill (B2188), Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 1GW

Telephone
07490 454839

garry@gowildatthewarren.co.uk

Crowborough

Welcome to Go Wild at the Warren, your ultimate destination for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! Our adventure park is located in the serene Ashdown Forest in Crowborough, East Sussex, where you can escape the hustle and bustle of every day life…

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From:

1 Oct 2025to31 Mar 2026Various Opening Times

From:

1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
Anchor

Address

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

Telephone
01892 610522

yewhouse@yewhouse.com

CROWBOROUGH

Bed & Breakfast, Crowborough
The Nest

Address

Danehill, Ashdown Forest, East Sussex, RH17 7JG

hello@thenestdanehill.co.uk

Ashdown Forest

The Nest is a beautifully interior designed, self-contained holiday cottage with a private garden and wonderful uninterrupted views to the woodland beyond. Ideally situated off a quiet country lane in the East Sussex village of Danehill, a High…
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,…
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.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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.
Bensfield Treehouse

Address

1 Bensfield Farm Cottages , Beech Hill, Wadhurst , EAST SUSSEX, TN5 6JR

Telephone
01348 830922

bookings@treetopholidays.com

Wadhurst

The tree house is set in the countryside in Sussex, with views of the High Weald.
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.
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.
Coach & Horses

Address

School Lane, Danehill, EAST SUSSEX, RH17 7JF

Telephone
01825 740369

Danehill

The Coach and Horses takes pride in providing high quality ale from local breweries, farmhouse cider and sparkling wine from local vineyards at this public house. Enjoy a cosy and comfortable atmosphere whilst experiencing their seasonal menu of…
The Crown Inn

Address

Groombridge Hill, Groombridge, EAST SUSSEX, TN3 9QH

Telephone
01892 864742

crown.inn.groombridge@gmail.com

Groombridge

The Crown Inn in Groombridge, offers Bed and Breakfast, with beautiful and cosy rooms with all the character of the 16th Century.
The Crown Inn is a family run free house and is one of the oldest pubs in the South of England. It is in an excellent…
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 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.
The Chequers

Address

High Street, Maresfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN22 2EH

Telephone
01825 763843

chequers.maresfield@oldenglishinns.co.uk

Maresfield

18th-century coaching inn on the edge of Ashdown Forest, offering food and accommodation with 17 bedrooms.

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