Castles · South East England
Heathfield, East Sussex
In or near Rotherfield.
Heathfield, East Sussex — a castle in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Hadlow Down · 5.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Heathfield, East Sussex is a castle in england-south-east, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
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Official information
Heathfield is a community-focused town in East Sussex, offering various local projects and initiatives. The Heathfield Partnership Trust provides information about the town's offerings for both residents and visitors.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Heathfield is a castle located in East Sussex, South-East England. It is notable for its historical significance and architectural features, although specific details about its era or designation are not provided.
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Background
History
Historically, Heathfield lay on an ancient trackway connecting the South Downs with the Weald. The Manor of Heathfield lies in the parish of the same name. The earliest known record for the manor is a market grant given to Ralph, Bishop of Chichester by Henry III in 1234. The rights to a fair were granted in February 1316 during the reign of Edward II to John, Bishop of Chichester. In 1559, the Government of Elizabeth I passed the Act of Exchange, seizing the possessions of the Bishops of Chichester in return for other payments. Heathfield was one of 73 manors taken by the Crown, which was subsequently granted to Thomas Sackville, the Earl of Dorset. The Manor remained in possession of the…
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- Coordinates
- 50.9700, 0.2600
- County
- East Sussex
- District
- Wealden
- Parish
- Heathfield and Waldron
- Postcode
- TN21 8PD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Sussex Weald
- Nearest railway station
- Hadlow Down — 5.6 km
- Official site
- www.heathfield.net
Sources
- wikipedia: Heathfield, East Sussex (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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New Mill
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Old Mill House
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Selwyns Wood
Wildlife reserves · 3.7 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Heathfield, East Sussex?
- Heathfield, East Sussex is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN21 8PD), in the parish of Heathfield and Waldron.
- What is Heathfield, East Sussex?
- Heathfield, East Sussex — a castle in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Heathfield, East Sussex?
- The nearest railway station is Hadlow Down, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode TN21 8PD.
- Is Heathfield, East Sussex a protected site?
- Yes — Heathfield, East Sussex is part of the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
- Does Heathfield, East Sussex charge admission?
- Heathfield, East Sussex typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Heathfield, East Sussex?
- The nearest railway station is Hadlow Down, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN21 8PD.