West Dean is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN25 4AL), in the parish of Cuckmere Valley.

How do I get to West Dean?

The nearest railway station is Seaford, about 4.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode BN25 4AL.

Is West Dean a protected site?

Yes — West Dean is part of the Seaford to Beachy Head SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the SEVEN SISTERS National Nature Reserve.

How do I get to West Dean?

The nearest railway station is Seaford, about 4.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN25 4AL.

Villages · South East England

West Dean

In or near Alfriston.

West Dean — a village in england south east.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station: Seaford · 4.4 km

A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.

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Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: Seaford to Beachy Head SSSI
National Nature Reserve: SEVEN SISTERS

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

West Dean is a village located in South-East England. It is known for its picturesque rural setting and traditional architecture. The village is situated near the South Downs National Park, providing access to scenic landscapes and walking trails. Visitors can expect a tranquil atmosphere typical of English villages, with local amenities and a close-knit community.

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Coordinates: 50.7765, 0.1617
County: East Sussex
District: Wealden
Parish: Cuckmere Valley
Postcode: BN25 4AL
Parliamentary constituency: Lewes
Nearest railway station: Seaford — 4.4 km

Sources

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Historic churches · South East England

The Parish Church of All Saints

The Parish Church of All Saints — church in Westdean, East Sussex, England, UK.

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Mountain bike trails · South East England

Friston Forest Family MTB Route

Friston Forest Family MTB Route — a mtb trail in england south east.

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Mountains & hills · South East England

Exceat Hill

Exceat Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 65 m.

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Remains of Exceat parish church: part of the former medieval settlement of Exceat, 690m south south west of Westdean Manor

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Archaeological sites · South East England

Remains of Exceat parish church: part of the former medieval settlement of Exceat, 690m south south west of Westdean Manor

Remains of Exceat parish church: part of the former medieval settlement of Exceat, 690m south south west of Westdean Manor — archaeological site in Cuckmere Valley, Wealden, England, UK.

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Litlington Road Car Park - geograph.org.uk - 1272285

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Battlefields & battle sites · South East England

Friston Forest

Friston Forest in England South East, United Kingdom.

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Friston Forest - geograph.org.uk - 6958196

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Mountain bike trails · South East England

Friston Forest Red MTB Route

Friston Forest Red MTB Route — a mtb trail in england south east.

Where to eat & stay near West Dean

Places to stay

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Hotels · South East England

Deans Place

Deans Place — a hotel in england south east.

↗ deans-place-hotel.eastsussex-uk.com

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Caravan parks · South East England

Alfriston Camping Park

Alfriston Camping Park — a caravan park in england south east.

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Campsites · South East England

Alfriston Camping Park

Alfriston Camping Park — a campsite in england south east.

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Hotels · South East England

George Inn

George Inn — a hotel in england south east.

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Hotels · South East England

Star Inn

Star Inn — a hotel in england south east.

↗ thestaralfriston.co.uk

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Caravan parks · South East England

Sunnyside Caravan Park

Sunnyside Caravan Park — a caravan park in england south east.