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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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Nutley Edge Cottages

Address

Horney Common, Uckfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN22 3EE

Telephone
01825 712377

nutleyedge@outward.org.uk

Uckfield

Situated on the border of the beautiful Ashdown Forest, Nutley edge offers a range of high quality self -catering accommodation, set in 11 acres of rolling pasture and woodland.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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…
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
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…
Busi - Jacobsohn Wine Estate

Address

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

Telephone
07590 181718

info@busijacobsohn.com

Tunbridge Wells

Busi Jacobsohn Wine Estate is a family-owned single estate in the High Weald of East Sussex run by Susanna Busi Jacobsohn and Douglas Jacobsohn.
These are quality award-winning sparkling wines of high quality, made in a sustainable way, and vegan…
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.
Bar Trend

Address

Croft Road, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 1DL

Telephone
01892 661670

infobartrend@gmail.com

Crowborough

Locally owned bar, in the middle of Crowborough high street.
Happy hours, 5pm until 7pm, Tuesday to Saturday. £3.95 a pint. Two for £10 cocktails happy hours.
Sky Sports, BT Sport, cocktails, coffee, cakes.
Available for private hire and…
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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Woodside Cottages

Address

Down Street, Maresfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN22 3XU

Telephone
07931 751556

woodsidecottages@gmail.com

Maresfield

Woodside Cottages, Maresfield, in East Sussex are family-friendly holiday lets providing the ideal base to discover the outstanding natural beauty of East Sussex and are close to Uckfield and within easy reach of Eastbourne and Brighton.
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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2 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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30 July 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
Swan Hotel

Address

Lewes Road, Forest Row, EAST SUSSEX, RH18 5ER

Telephone
01342 822318

info@theswanatforestrow.com

Forest Row

Forest Row pub offering local produce, gardens and accommodation.
Sunnymead Farm Cottages

Address

Sunnymead Farm, Perrymans Lane, High Hurstwood, Uckfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN22 4AG

Telephone
01825 733618

sunnymeadcottages@hotmail.co.uk

Uckfield

Two adjoining very comfortable one-bedroom cottages at the end of 200 metres of private drive in the grounds of the owner's house, set in 12 acres of orchards and gardens full of birds and wildlife, with a large pond.
Each unit sleeps 2.

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From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Family Theatre Show

Address

Jarvis Brook Guide Hall, Crowborough, Sussex, TN6 2EG

Telephone
01883 725 264

bookings@h2hsensorytheatre.com

Crowborough

A new interactive family theatre show is coming to Crowborough on Sunday 3 May
Head2Head Sensory Theatre presents A Great Greek Adventure, a fun and inclusive 45-minute family show inspired by the exciting world of Greek myths.
Designed especially…

Dates

From:
3 May 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
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
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
Nutley Windmill

Address

Crowborough Road, Nutley, East Sussex, TN20 6YA

Telephone
01435 873367

windmill@uckfieldheritage.co.uk

Nutley

The oldest, only working open-trestle post mill in the country, set in the beautiful landscape of Ashdown Forest, Nutley Windmill is a very fine example of the oldest post mill design, known in the country since the 12th Century.
Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club

Address

Chapel Lane, Forest Row, EAST SUSSEX, RH18 5LR

Telephone
01342 822018

office@royalashdown.co.uk

Forest Row

Founded in December 1888, it is one of the longest established golf clubs in Sussex. A little gem in the beautiful surroundings of Ashdown Forest. No sand bunkers but small, fast greens demand accurate approaches.
Boars Head

Address

Boars Head Road, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 3GR

Telephone
01892 660447

Boars.Head@mail.com

Crowborough

The Boars Head is set in the heart of Crowborough, offering traditional pub food.
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 Huntsman Inn

Address

Groombridge Lane, Eridge, EAST SUSSEX, TN3 9LE

Telephone
01892 864258

info@huntsmanpuberidge.co.uk

Eridge

A beautiful quaint pub located in the small village of Eridge.

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