Crawley Down

Settlement in Sussex Mid Sussex

England

Crawley Down

Gulledge Farmhouse This 17th century farmhouse is the dominating feature in this gridsquare. The picture was taken from the Worth Way which at this point follows the dismantled railway between Crawley Down and East Grinstead — Gulledge Farmhouse Credit: Darren Hill

Crawley Down is a small village located in the Mid Sussex district of West Sussex, England. Situated approximately 30 miles south of London, it lies on the borders of both Surrey and Kent. The village is nestled in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by scenic countryside and woodland.

With a population of around 4,500, Crawley Down offers a peaceful, rural lifestyle, while still providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. The village has a range of amenities, including a primary school, a community center, a post office, and several local shops and pubs. Additionally, there is a golf club and various sports facilities available for residents to enjoy.

Crawley Down benefits from excellent transport links, with the nearby M23 motorway connecting it to London and the rest of the country. Gatwick Airport is a short drive away, making it a convenient location for frequent flyers.

The village is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the nearby Ashdown Forest, which is renowned for its stunning heathland and woods. This makes Crawley Down an ideal base for nature lovers, offering numerous walking and cycling routes to explore.

Overall, Crawley Down provides a charming and tranquil setting for residents seeking a peaceful village lifestyle, with easy access to nearby towns and excellent connectivity to both London and Gatwick Airport.

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Crawley Down Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.123759/-0.075721 or Grid Reference TQ3437. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gulledge Farmhouse

This 17th century farmhouse is the dominating feature in this gridsquare. The picture was taken from the Worth Way which at this point follows the dismantled railway between Crawley Down and East Grinstead

Darren Hill

The Dukes Head roundabout

This roundabout is always busy as it is close to Gatwick airport and the M23. The Dukes Head has been in the Beefeater chain for many years.

Nigel Freeman

Wallage Lane from Worth Way

Taken from the former railway bridge just after the lane has taken a sharp right to go underneath it.

Simon Carey

Old railway bridge, Crawley Down

Carries the B2028 over the Worth Way.

Simon Carey

Ducks on Crawley Down Pond

Taken from Worth Way looking north

Simon Carey

Looking south from East Street

The road from Turners hill to East Grinstead is windy. At this point it is fairly straight and you can see across the valley. The lane is also a public footpath that leads across the valley.

Nigel Freeman

Fen Cottage

Fen Cottage near Turners Hill West Sussex is located at a footpath Junction you have the choice of a walk to Turners Hill, Crawley Down, or The Alexander House Hotel.

Glyn Baker

Pots And Pithoi

The business located in these buildings near Turners Hill supply ceramic pots of Greek origin; see Link

. In the Background you can just see Alexander House a manor house dating back to the 17th century you can find a history at Link

Glyn Baker

Bridleway near Hophurst Farm

Nigel Freeman

Road near Hophurst Farm

Nigel Freeman

Furnace Pond

Now a private fishing lake, once a hammer pond for the forge.

Nigel Freeman

Footpath sign in Furnace Green

This is where the footpath leaves the road

Nigel Freeman

Parish Council Noticeboard

Serving two adjoining parishes - WORTH and FELBRIDGE. Next to footpath sign.

Nigel Freeman

Road junction

Where the B2037 leaves the Felbridge to Copthorne main road

Nigel Freeman

Lake View Road, Furnace Green

High Leylandii and large house plots along this road

Nigel Freeman

The Lodge, Down Park

The Lodge at the entrance to Down Park, on the busy B2028 to Crawley Down.

Nikki Mahadevan

Haven Sports Field

The sports field comprises four football pitches and a dog exercise route. Adjacent to the field is a car park with recycling facilities and the Haven Community Centre.

Nikki Mahadevan