Ashington

Civil Parish in Sussex Horsham

England

Ashington

London Road London Road in Ashington near Church Lane looking northwards.
London Road Credit: Chris Thomas-Atkin

Ashington is a civil parish located in the county of Sussex, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles north of the coastal town of Worthing and 11 miles south of the historic market town of Horsham. The parish covers an area of around 7 square miles and is home to a population of approximately 6,500 people.

The village of Ashington itself is the main settlement within the parish. It is a traditional English village with a charming rural atmosphere and a range of amenities to cater to the needs of the local community. These include a primary school, a church, a village hall, a post office, and several shops and pubs.

Ashington is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an attractive location for outdoor enthusiasts. The South Downs National Park is located just a few miles to the north, offering stunning landscapes and opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The parish also benefits from its proximity to the coast, with popular seaside destinations such as Brighton only a short drive away.

In terms of transport links, Ashington is well-connected. The A24 road runs through the parish, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The village is also served by regular bus services, connecting it to surrounding areas. The nearest railway station is located in Pulborough, approximately 5 miles west of Ashington.

Overall, Ashington is a picturesque civil parish with a close-knit community and easy access to both the countryside and the coast. It offers a peaceful and rural lifestyle while still providing convenient amenities and transport links.

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Ashington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.937217/-0.397204 or Grid Reference TQ1216. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

London Road London Road in Ashington near Church Lane looking northwards.
London Road
London Road in Ashington near Church Lane looking northwards.
London Road roundabout The roundabout at the north end of Ashington where London Road meets Billingshurst Road and Ivy Lane.
London Road roundabout
The roundabout at the north end of Ashington where London Road meets Billingshurst Road and Ivy Lane.
Oast Cottage Viewed from the Billingshurst Road the cottage is a Grade II listed building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1182086" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1182086">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Oast Cottage
Viewed from the Billingshurst Road the cottage is a Grade II listed building. See LinkExternal link
Spear Hill The junction of Spear Hill with Billingshurst Road.
Spear Hill
The junction of Spear Hill with Billingshurst Road.
Public footpath Public footpath number 2364 leaving Billingshurst Road near Bennetts Farm.
Public footpath
Public footpath number 2364 leaving Billingshurst Road near Bennetts Farm.
Bridleway at Goose Green Bridleway number 2362 leaves Billingshurst Road at the junction with Goose Green Lane and Cray’s Lane.
Bridleway at Goose Green
Bridleway number 2362 leaves Billingshurst Road at the junction with Goose Green Lane and Cray’s Lane.
The Parish Church of St Mary The church is a Grade I listed building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1354080" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1354080">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
At the time the photo was taken building work to provide an extension was in progress.
The Parish Church of St Mary
The church is a Grade I listed building. See LinkExternal link At the time the photo was taken building work to provide an extension was in progress.
Thakeham Place Cottage The cottage at Thakeham Place viewed from the passing public footpath number 2481.
Thakeham Place Cottage
The cottage at Thakeham Place viewed from the passing public footpath number 2481.
Approaching Warminghurst On public footpath number 2481 heading eastwards.
Approaching Warminghurst
On public footpath number 2481 heading eastwards.
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre Viewed from Rectory Lane the church is a Grade I listed building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1027448" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1027448">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The church is no longer used for services and is under the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Viewed from Rectory Lane the church is a Grade I listed building. See LinkExternal link The church is no longer used for services and is under the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.
View beside Rectory Lane Looking towards the South Downs at Warminghurst.
View beside Rectory Lane
Looking towards the South Downs at Warminghurst.
Footpath beside Nursery On footpath number 2607 as it passes the greenhouses of a Nursery on the outskirts of Ashington.
Footpath beside Nursery
On footpath number 2607 as it passes the greenhouses of a Nursery on the outskirts of Ashington.
The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul The church is a Grade II* (star) listed building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1027442" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1027442">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul
The church is a Grade II* (star) listed building. See LinkExternal link
Modern Waymarker The Modern Waymarker is located  on the road.  Parish of Ashington (Horsham District). Carved stone plaque laid inside brick semicircle, erected in the 20th Century. 

Inscription reads:-  
ASHINGTON / LONDON / () MILES / WORTHING / 10 MILES

Milestone Society National ID: SX_XASH
Modern Waymarker
The Modern Waymarker is located on the road.  Parish of Ashington (Horsham District). Carved stone plaque laid inside brick semicircle, erected in the 20th Century.  Inscription reads:- ASHINGTON / LONDON / () MILES / WORTHING / 10 MILES Milestone Society National ID: SX_XASH
St Peter and St Paul's Church, Ashington Extended in 1871. One of the bells (the stocks for which were renewed for the millennium) dates back to 1350.
St Peter and St Paul's Church, Ashington
Extended in 1871. One of the bells (the stocks for which were renewed for the millennium) dates back to 1350.
The Old School, Ashington Looking north. Built in 1872.
The Old School, Ashington
Looking north. Built in 1872.
Crays  Farm Looking east.
Crays Farm
Looking east.
The Old Mill Once a family owned water mill this is now a hotel.
The Old Mill
Once a family owned water mill this is now a hotel.
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Ashington is located at Grid Ref: TQ1216 (Lat: 50.937217, Lng: -0.397204)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Horsham

Police Authority: Sussex

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Located within 500m of 50.937217,-0.397204
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 09:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: RH20 388D
Royal Cypher: EVIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102324
Lat/Long: 50.933183/-0.3951251
Turning Loop
Lat/Long: 50.9361247/-0.3977894
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 50.9364105/-0.3977055
Leisure: playground
Lat/Long: 50.933374/-0.3944321
Hiking: yes
Information: guidepost
Source: GPS
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 50.936318/-0.3985333
West Wolves Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 50.9414746/-0.3957286
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