Cowfold

Settlement in Sussex Horsham

England

Cowfold

Greenhouse near Pict's Farm
Greenhouse near Pict's Farm Credit: Ian Cunliffe

Cowfold is a small village located in the county of West Sussex, England. Situated approximately 40 miles south of London and 12 miles northwest of the coastal city of Brighton, it falls within the Horsham District. The village is positioned on the A281 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Horsham and Burgess Hill.

Cowfold is known for its picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The village itself has a charming and quintessentially English atmosphere, with a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities. The local community is close-knit and friendly, making it an appealing place to live or visit.

One of Cowfold's notable landmarks is the Holy Trinity Church, a Grade I listed building dating back to the 12th century. The church features stunning stained glass windows and a beautiful churchyard, adding to the village's historic character. Additionally, Cowfold has a primary school, a village hall, a pub, and a few small shops, providing essential services for residents.

The surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, and horse riding. Cowfold is also conveniently located near St Leonard's Forest and the South Downs National Park, both of which are popular destinations for nature enthusiasts.

In summary, Cowfold is a charming village in Sussex, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting, a close-knit community, and easy access to both rural and urban amenities.

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Cowfold Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.989713/-0.272498 or Grid Reference TQ2122. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Greenhouse near Pict's Farm
Greenhouse near Pict's Farm
Ashurst Cottage There was also a derelict phone box hereabouts.
Ashurst Cottage
There was also a derelict phone box hereabouts.
Scout hut
Scout hut
Cowfold Village Hall
Cowfold Village Hall
Oakfield Cottages
Oakfield Cottages
House on Burnthouse Lane According to the large-scale map this is called "Little Burnt House".
House on Burnthouse Lane
According to the large-scale map this is called "Little Burnt House".
Cowfold: The Street Co-op convenience store
Cowfold: The Street Co-op convenience store
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: North eastern aspect
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: North eastern aspect
Cowfold: The Olde House
Cowfold: The Olde House
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: North east part of the churchyard
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: North east part of the churchyard
Cowfold: Margaret Cottages
Cowfold: Margaret Cottages
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 1
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 1
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 1 (detail)
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 1 (detail)
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 2
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 2
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 3, memorial insert
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 3, memorial insert
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 4
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: Stained glass window 4
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: The Peirce and Heald memorial
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: The Peirce and Heald memorial
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: The Bruere Otter memorial
Cowfold, St. Peter's Church: The Bruere Otter memorial
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Cowfold is located at Grid Ref: TQ2122 (Lat: 50.989713, Lng: -0.272498)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.989713,-0.272498
Mini Roundabout
Direction: clockwise
Lat/Long: 50.9906211/-0.2727909
Mini Roundabout
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Crossing
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Foot: yes
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Bus Stop
Village Hall
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
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Bus Stop
Village Hall
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Bus: yes
Lit: yes
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South Leas
Bench: no
Bin: no
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South Leas
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
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Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
Sadlers Gallery
Bus: yes
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Crossing
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Traffic Signals Sound: yes
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Crossing
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Kerb: lowered
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Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Crossing Markings: no
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
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Crossing
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Crossing Markings: no
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Crossing Markings: no
Kerb: lowered
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Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Crossing Markings: no
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Kerb: lowered
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Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
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Tactile Paving: yes
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Crossing
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Crossing Island: yes
Crossing Markings: no
Kerb: normal
Tactile Paving: no
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Crossing
Button Operated: yes
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Crossing Island: yes
Crossing Ref: pelican
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals: pedestrian_crossing
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Lat/Long: 50.9907513/-0.2754072
Cowfold
Is In: West Sussex, England, UK
Place: village
Wikidata: Q2465956
Lat/Long: 50.989701/-0.2719704
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: outside Cowfold Village Hall - down right hand side of building
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Ref GB The Circuit: 8B2A6A04-1BA7-4267-A2DE-B12C010E0FC6
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Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: RH13 214D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 50.9909091/-0.2758759
Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Noexit: yes
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Noexit: yes
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Noexit: yes
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Crossing
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Crossing
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Crossing Island: yes
Crossing Markings: no
Kerb: lowered
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Lat/Long: 50.9892014/-0.2716783
Crossing
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Crossing Markings: no
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: RH13 124D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 09:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
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Royal Cypher: EIIR
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Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: pedestrian_crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 50.9901581/-0.2726249
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: pedestrian_crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 50.9900991/-0.272614
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: pedestrian_crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 50.9907583/-0.2754665
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: pedestrian_crossing
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 50.990633/-0.2754657
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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