Alison’s guidebook
Walks
Harrison's Rocks
One of our favourite walks - and great rock climbing.
Ashdown Forest
Wych Cross
Big Millhole Wood
This is a short walk from the cottage
Eridge Rocks Nature Reserve
1 Warren Farm LnBewl Tubig
Bewlbridge LaneGreat for walking and cycling
45 minutes drive, we tend to start our walk at Birling Gap where there is also a cafe. It is hilly with spectacular views along the coast.
170 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Mga Bangin ng Pitong Magkakapatid
45 minutes drive, we tend to start our walk at Birling Gap where there is also a cafe. It is hilly with spectacular views along the coast.
One hours drive, a beautiful stretch of beach and dunes. Nearby Rye is a lovely historic town
311 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Camber Sands
One hours drive, a beautiful stretch of beach and dunes. Nearby Rye is a lovely historic town
Millennium Green station
A short stroll that starts at the Millenium Green
Sightseeing
Groombridge Place Estates
Groombridge HillHever Castle & Gardens
Hever RoadLovely to stroll along, cafes spill out on to the pavements. During the summer months live music with Jazz on the Pantiles on Thursday evenings.
102 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The Pantiles
The PantilesLovely to stroll along, cafes spill out on to the pavements. During the summer months live music with Jazz on the Pantiles on Thursday evenings.
Bayham Abbey
Scotney Castle - National Trust
One hours drive and a great day out wandering through The Lanes, along the seafront and the pier and visiting the Royal Pavillion
80 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Brighton
One hours drive and a great day out wandering through The Lanes, along the seafront and the pier and visiting the Royal Pavillion
An interesting town to wander around and grab a bite to eat at Bill’s
290 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Lewes
An interesting town to wander around and grab a bite to eat at Bill’s
Food scene
The Deer Park Café
Sham Farm RoadCharming little cafe, open during the day.
The Courtyard Rotherfield
6A High StThe Abergavenny Arms
Newhaven RoadOne of our favourite pubs for an evening meal
Amazing views from the garden so especially lovely on a clear, sunny day when you can sit outside.
The Mark Cross Inn
Amazing views from the garden so especially lovely on a clear, sunny day when you can sit outside.
Amazing cakes! May need to wait a short while for a table. Not open on a Monday.
31 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Juliets
54 High StAmazing cakes! May need to wait a short while for a table. Not open on a Monday.
The Middle House
High StreetSeafood restaurant. Great for a special occasion as it’s in the middle of the Pantiles.
17 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Sankey's The Old Fishmarket
The PantilesSeafood restaurant. Great for a special occasion as it’s in the middle of the Pantiles.
Nevill Crest and Gun
Eridge RoadSussex Country Gardener
A cafe with a terrace - lovely views
The Beacon
Tea Garden LaneShopping
Little boutiques, jewellers and cafes. You then wander up the hill to the larger shopping centre at Royal Victoria Place.
High Street
High StreetLittle boutiques, jewellers and cafes. You then wander up the hill to the larger shopping centre at Royal Victoria Place.
Cycling
Cuckoo Trail
Cuckoo TrailGreat for a family cycle - relatively flat. We start at Heathfield.
One of our favourite places. Playgrounds tucked away in the trees. Varying lengths of walks and cycle rides. There’s also a Go Ape
190 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Bedgebury National Pinetum at Forest
Bedgebury RoadOne of our favourite places. Playgrounds tucked away in the trees. Varying lengths of walks and cycle rides. There’s also a Go Ape
Forest Way Cycle Route NCN 21
Forest WayWe start at Groombridge and head west.
Haysden Country Park
Lower Haysden LaneKINGDOM
Grove RoadActivtites
Indoor climbing centre. Great for children
Chimera Climbing Centre
North Farm RoadDunorlan Park
Pembury RoadDewlands Manor Golf Course
Cottage HillAssassins Gym
Crowborough HillA small local gym. Well equipped and friendly.
Ang Hop Farm
Maidstone RoadSupermarket and stores
The nearest supermarket, 5 minutes drive
Tesco Superstore
Sybron WayCuckoo Line Stores
Yewtree LaneClosest store which stocks basic items
Rotherfield Stores
Church RoadLocal stores with a post office
Waitrose & Partners Crowborough
Croft Road