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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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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…
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 Greyhound Inn

Address

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

Telephone
01892 783224

greyhoundtn5@gmail.com

Wadhurst

The Greyhound Inn is an historic coaching inn dating from 1502. Situated in the East Sussex village of Wadhurst, The Greyhound is close to many attractions such as Bewl Water and National Trust properties are also close by and makes it a great…
Bewl Water - 15 & 5 Mile

Address

Blacksmiths Lane, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 6AZ

Telephone
01797229955

info@nice-work.org.uk

Wadhurst

Once voted the sixth best race in the country by readers of Runner's World, the Bewl 15 & 5 follows the footpaths, trails and quiet country lanes of the around Bewl. It's a beautiful but challenging course that appeals to both endurance runners and…

Dates

From:
4 July 2027Open 09:30 - 14:30
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
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.
Silly Old Bear - 100 years of Winnie the Pooh

Address

The Long Room,, Michael Hall School,, Kidbrooke Park,, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5JA

Telephone
01323885150

support@musicboxwealden.co.uk

Kidbrooke Park,, Forest Row

There have been many events to mark the centenary of Winnie the Pooh – but this one is a bit different! We'll be using a wide variety of art songs, settings of Milne's verses and readings to throw a gentle musical light on the Winnie the Pooh…

Dates

From:
14 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
Wadhurst Farmers Market and Craft Fair

Address

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

Telephone
07879656739

farmersmarketwadhurst@hotmail.co.uk

Wadhurst

fresh local produce, home baked goods, local art & craft. Third Saturday of each month. 9am-1pm

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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.
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.
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…
The Blue Anchor

Address

Beacon Road, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 1BB

Telephone
01892 319299

info@blueanchorcrowborough.co.uk

Crowborough

The Blue Anchor is a super spot to ‘moor up’ for a few hours - with locally sourced ingredients and freshly cooked food, delicious drinks and friendly service on offer.
With the pub close to Ashdown Forest and set within the High Weald Area of…
Go Wild at The Warren: The Warren Yurt

Address

Warren Yurt, Black Hill (B2188), Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 1XE

Telephone
07515 112233

contact@gowildatthewarren.uk

Crowborough

The Warren Yurt at ‘Go Wild at the Warren’ is set within vast woodlands a 750-acre park called the Crowborough Warren Estate, and nestled on the edge of Ashdown forest. There is an Apple Pie Wood burner – ideal for cooking pizza! Go completely off…
Chequers inn

Address

High Street, Maresfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN22 2EH

Telephone
01825 749970

Maresfield

The Chequers in Maresfield has 17 bedrooms, with character, comfort and modern touches. All are well equipped and beautifully furnished and not far from the Ashdown Forest.
The Lazy Fox

Address

Tunbridge Wells Road, Mark Cross, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 3NP

Telephone
01323 690050

hello@thelazyfox.net

Mark Cross

The Lazy Fox offers good locally sourced food for the menu to eat inside, or in the pub beer garden or as a takeaway option too.
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…
Gallipot Inn

Address

Gallipot Hill, Upper Hartfield, EAST SUSSEX, TN7 4AJ

Telephone
01892 770008

gallipotinn1@gmail.com

Upper Hartfield

The Gallipot Inn has a restaurant and garden where food and drink is served. The Inn also offers a take away service.
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.
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!
Poundgate Park (The Cottage & Poundgate Park House)

Address

Uckfield Road, Crowborough, EAST SUSSEX, TN6 3TA

Telephone
07510 31404

info@poundgatepark.co.uk

Crowborough

Poundgate Park Cottage is a beautiful two-bedroom property in Crowborough in East Sussex and accommodates four people. The property adjoins the owner's property and backs onto the owner’s 5-acre garden including a woodland and wild duck pound…

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