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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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Crowborough Spice

Address

24 Crowborough Hill, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 2JE

Telephone
01892 661881

info@crowboroughspice.co.uk

Crowborough

Crowborough Spice is a fully licensed dine in and takeaway restaurant on Crowborough Hill, Crowborough serving Indian and Bangladeshi food.
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.
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.
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.
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.
DarkMaster Escape Rooms

Address

Unit 5 Plumyfeather Farm, Plumyfeather Lane, Lye Green, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 1UX

Telephone
01892 338026

manager.darkmaster@gmail.com

Lye Green, Crowborough

Located in the beautiful East Sussex countryside, Darkmaster Escape Rooms in Crowborough offers one of the region’s most exciting and immersive indoor attractions for locals and tourists alike. Since opening 5 years ago, the experience has been…

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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.
The Ghyll

Address

Silver Jubilee Recreation Ground, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 2EG

Telephone
01892 652907

info@crowboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk

Crowborough

The Ghyll is a 42 acre Nature Reserve set on the eastern fringe of Crowborough. The habitats are home to the site’s wildlife assemblage which is of county-level importance; reflected in the site’s designation as a Site of Nature Conservation…
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 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.
The Dorset Arms

Address

Withyham Road, Withyham, EAST SUSSEX, TN7 4BD

Telephone
01892 770278

enquiries@dorset-arms.co.uk

Withyham

Village pub with restaurant, bar and garden, as well as accommodation.
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.
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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From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Bowles Rock

Address

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

Telephone
01892 669556

Crowborough

Outdoor activity and education centre.
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.
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 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…
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,…
Scrag Oak Oast

Address

Scrag Oak Lane, Wadhurst, EAST SUSSEX, TN5 6NP

Telephone
07717 828324

info@scragoak.com

Wadhurst

Scrag Oak Oast can be found is in the heart of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) amidst rolling hills and ancient woodland near Wadhurst, East Sussex. The village of Wadhurst with local amenities, pubs, restaurants and…
Mousehall Country Estate Vineyard

Address

Mousehall Estate, Tidebrook, Wadhurst, EAST SUSSEX, TN5 6PG

Telephone
07931 998417

christy@mousehall.com

Wadhurst

Mousehall Country Estate lies within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in a secluded valley on the northern edge of the parish of Mayfield in East Sussex.

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