Salehurst

Settlement in Sussex Rother

England

Salehurst

Robertsbridge Railway Station On the London-Hastings main line — Robertsbridge Railway Station Credit: graham ross

Salehurst is a small village located in the county of East Sussex, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles north of the coastal town of Hastings and about 50 miles southeast of London. The village lies within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by picturesque rolling hills and traditional English countryside.

Salehurst is known for its historic charm, with several medieval buildings still standing in the village. The focal point of Salehurst is the stunning St. Mary the Virgin Church, a Grade I listed building dating back to the 12th century. This beautiful church is notable for its unique architectural features, including a 14th-century timbered tower.

The village itself is quite small, with a population of around 700 residents. It offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it a popular destination for those seeking a slower pace of life. Salehurst boasts a strong sense of community, with various local events and activities organized throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market.

Although Salehurst is primarily residential, it is conveniently located near larger towns such as Robertsbridge and Battle, providing access to a range of amenities and services. The village is well-connected by road, with the A21 and A22 trunk roads easily accessible, making it an attractive location for commuters.

Overall, Salehurst is a charming and idyllic village, offering a quintessentially English countryside experience with its historic buildings, natural beauty, and strong community spirit.

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Salehurst Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.991704/0.490679 or Grid Reference TQ7424. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Robertsbridge Railway Station

On the London-Hastings main line

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Robertsbridge station and level crossing

The road is Station Road, a minor road leading to Robertsbridge High Street on the right

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Robertsbridge Bypass crossing the R. Rother

The A21 is a 63 mile major trunk road running from Lewisham in Greater London to Hastings, East Sussex. The road is broken up by the M25 motorway between junction 4 and 5. Wikipedia Link

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Hop Field

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Robertsbridge abbey (rems of)

These are the remains of the cistercian abbey, now not visitable as part of a private house.

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River Rother

The River Rother runs for 35 miles from Rotherfield, East Sussex, entering Kent after Bodiam where it follows the county border to Wittersham, where it rejoins East Sussex to the mouth at Rye. There are two other River Rothers in Yorkshire and in Hampshire to West Sussex.

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Railway bridge crossing R. Rother

This is now a dismantled railway, further east it becomes the Kent & East Sussex Railway.

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Woodlands & Fields

A229 on the right of the picture

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Converted Oast House, Haiselsman Farm

One of many in the area

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Sussex Sunken Lane

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St Mary the Virgin Church, Salehurst

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Northbridge Street, north of Robertsbridge

This is the old A21, before the Robertsbridge bypass was constructed. this leaves Northbridge Street a quiet little village.

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Fields with woodland behind

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Pillbox by a bridge over the River Rother

In 1940 a network of defences was hastily built all over Britain to prevent an expected German invasion. The most common of these defences were called “pillboxes”, squat concrete forts that were sited at road junctions, canals and other strategic points. With the passage of time it is estimated that fewer than 6,000 of a total of 28,000 pillboxes built still survive. They remain as permanent monuments and a silent tribute to the courage and tenacity of the British people during the dark days of 1940 when Britain stood alone against Nazi Germany. More detail see Link

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