Bishopstone

Settlement in Sussex Lewes

England

Bishopstone

Railway bridge, Marine Parade The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. 
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Railway bridge, Marine Parade Credit: N Chadwick

Bishopstone is a village located in the county of Sussex, England. Situated on the southern coast of the country, it lies approximately six miles west of the town of Seaford and eight miles east of the city of Brighton. The village is nestled in the picturesque South Downs National Park, surrounded by rolling hills and stunning countryside.

Bishopstone is a small, tight-knit community with a population of around 500 residents. The village is known for its charming, traditional English architecture, with many cottages and houses dating back several centuries. The local church, St. Andrew's, is a prominent landmark and a place of worship for the villagers.

The village offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it an attractive destination for those seeking a rural retreat. There are several walking and cycling routes that traverse the surrounding countryside, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Despite its small size, Bishopstone offers a range of amenities and services. There is a local pub, The Seaford Arms, which serves traditional British cuisine and provides a friendly gathering place for residents. The village also has a primary school, ensuring educational facilities are easily accessible for families.

Bishopstone benefits from excellent transport links, with regular train services connecting the village to nearby towns and cities. The A259 road passes close by, providing convenient access to the wider Sussex region.

Overall, Bishopstone is a quintessential English village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, surrounded by stunning natural scenery.

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Railway bridge, Marine Parade The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. 
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Railway bridge, Marine Parade
The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Railway bridge, Marine Parade
Railway bridge, Marine Parade
Bishopstone Station Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line.
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Bishopstone Station
Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Bishopstone Station Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line.
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Bishopstone Station
Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Bishopstone Station Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line.
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Bishopstone Station
Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Bishopstone Station Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line.
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Bishopstone Station
Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Chalk cutting at Bishopstone Station Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line.
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Chalk cutting at Bishopstone Station
Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Bishopstone Station Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line.
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Bishopstone Station
Bishopstone Station is at the western end of Seaford on the Seaford Branch Line. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Seaford Branch Line The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. 
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Seaford Branch Line
The Seaford branch line is a rural railway line in East Sussex constructed in 1864 primarily to serve the port of Newhaven and the town of Seaford. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Buckle Holiday Park
Buckle Holiday Park
Seaford and Newhaven Sailing Club
Seaford and Newhaven Sailing Club
Marine Parade
Marine Parade
Waymarker, Marine Parade
Waymarker, Marine Parade
Seaford Bay View from Fort Newhaven.
Seaford Bay
View from Fort Newhaven.
Edinburgh Road, Seaford, from Beach Close A story of seaside development.
Edinburgh Road, Seaford, from Beach Close
A story of seaside development.
Train leaving Bishopstone towards Newhaven, 2010 A three car unit, 313 203.  These Southern units are due to be the last of class 313 to be withdrawn, in 2023.
Train leaving Bishopstone towards Newhaven, 2010
A three car unit, 313 203. These Southern units are due to be the last of class 313 to be withdrawn, in 2023.
Bishopstone station platforms Built for double track,  singled in 1975.   The station was a late one, opened in 1938.  The Seaford branch opened in 1864.
Bishopstone station platforms
Built for double track, singled in 1975. The station was a late one, opened in 1938. The Seaford branch opened in 1864.
Railway bridge STS 808, Marine Parade, Bishopstone On the Seaford branch,  the railway plating calls this Buckle Road, presumably an earlier name.
Railway bridge STS 808, Marine Parade, Bishopstone
On the Seaford branch, the railway plating calls this Buckle Road, presumably an earlier name.
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Bishopstone is located at Grid Ref: TQ4701 (Lat: 50.790858, Lng: 0.089215)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Lewes

Police Authority: Sussex

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