Barcombe

Civil Parish in Sussex Lewes

England

Barcombe

Oast House Single round kiln oast house.

Grade II listed. — Oast House Credit: Oast House Archive

Barcombe is a civil parish located in the county of Sussex, in the southeastern part of England. It is situated approximately 8 miles northeast of the coastal city of Brighton and Hove. The parish covers an area of around 11 square kilometers and is home to a population of around 1,500 residents.

The village of Barcombe is nestled in a picturesque countryside setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. It boasts a rich history dating back to the medieval times, with evidence of human habitation in the area for over a thousand years. The architecture of the village reflects its historical significance, with several old buildings and structures still standing, including the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

The village is known for its tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those seeking a quiet retreat in the countryside. It offers a range of amenities to its residents, including a village shop, a primary school, a pub, and a community center.

Barcombe is also surrounded by natural beauty, with the River Ouse flowing through the parish. This provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and scenic walks along the riverbank. The nearby Barcombe Mills is a popular spot for picnicking and enjoying the scenic views.

Overall, Barcombe offers a perfect blend of historical charm, natural beauty, and a close-knit community, making it an attractive place to live or visit in Sussex.

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Oast House Single round kiln oast house.

Grade II listed.

Oast House

Single round kiln oast house. Grade II listed.

Oast House Archive

Spithurst, near Lewes Spithurst is a small hamlet in East Sussex countryside, between Uckfield and Lewes.

A telephone kiosk still stands, although the telephone has been removed.

Spithurst, near Lewes

Spithurst is a small hamlet in East Sussex countryside, between Uckfield and Lewes. A telephone kiosk still stands, although the telephone has been removed.

Boast Lane, Barcombe Cross, near Lewes Boast Lane is a minor road in East Sussex countryside, near the village of Barcombe Cross. The blue sign indicates that it is a no-through road

Boast Lane, Barcombe Cross, near Lewes

Boast Lane is a minor road in East Sussex countryside, near the village of Barcombe Cross. The blue sign indicates that it is a no-through road

Spithurst Road, Barcombe Cross, near Lewes Spithurst Road is a minor road leading out of the village of Barcombe Cross in East Sussex. The wooden signpost to the left of the road indicates the route of a public footpath

Spithurst Road, Barcombe Cross, near Lewes

Spithurst Road is a minor road leading out of the village of Barcombe Cross in East Sussex. The wooden signpost to the left of the road indicates the route of a public footpath

Dallas Lane, near Barcombe Cross Dallas Lane is a private road leading to a small number of houses in East Sussex countryside. The road is a public right of way as a bridleway, indicated by the wooden signpost to the left of the image.

Dallas Lane, near Barcombe Cross

Dallas Lane is a private road leading to a small number of houses in East Sussex countryside. The road is a public right of way as a bridleway, indicated by the wooden signpost to the left of the image.

Anchor Lane, near Barcombe Cross Anchor Lane is a minor lane through East Sussex countryside. Here it passes Delves Farm.

Anchor Lane, near Barcombe Cross

Anchor Lane is a minor lane through East Sussex countryside. Here it passes Delves Farm.

Former railway level crossing near Barcombe Cross A former railway route between Uckfield and Lewes in East Sussex. Here, the former railway crosses Anchor Lane, a minor road. The railway closed in 1969 but more than half a century later, rails were still in place where the line crossed the road.

Former railway level crossing near Barcombe Cross

A former railway route between Uckfield and Lewes in East Sussex. Here, the former railway crosses Anchor Lane, a minor road. The railway closed in 1969 but more than half a century later, rails were still in place where the line crossed the road.

Former railway level crossing near Barcombe Cross A view of Anchor Lane, near Barcombe Cross in East Sussex, at a former railway level crossing. The line from Lewes to Uckfield crossed Anchor Lane here. Although the line closed in 1969, rails are still in place more than half a century later at the site of the level crossing.

Former railway level crossing near Barcombe Cross

A view of Anchor Lane, near Barcombe Cross in East Sussex, at a former railway level crossing. The line from Lewes to Uckfield crossed Anchor Lane here. Although the line closed in 1969, rails are still in place more than half a century later at the site of the level crossing.

River Ouse near Barcombe Cross A view of the River Ouse in East Sussex, as it flows past the Anchor Inn. The blue boats belong to a boat hire business which operates here.

River Ouse near Barcombe Cross

A view of the River Ouse in East Sussex, as it flows past the Anchor Inn. The blue boats belong to a boat hire business which operates here.

River Ouse near Barcombe Cross A view of the River Ouse as it flows through East Sussex countryside.

River Ouse near Barcombe Cross

A view of the River Ouse as it flows through East Sussex countryside.

Algae on the River Ouse, near Barcombe Cross Algae on the surface of the River Ouse in East Sussex. The algae had built up over a very hot and dry spell during the summer of 2022.

Algae on the River Ouse, near Barcombe Cross

Algae on the surface of the River Ouse in East Sussex. The algae had built up over a very hot and dry spell during the summer of 2022.

Pub car park, near Barcombe Cross The car park of the Anchor Inn, alongside the River Ouse in East Sussex.

Pub car park, near Barcombe Cross

The car park of the Anchor Inn, alongside the River Ouse in East Sussex.

Anchor Inn, near Barcombe Cross The Anchor Inn, alongside the River Ouse in East Sussex. This photograph was taken on a sunny Bank Holiday Monday in August 2022, when the pub was busy.

Anchor Inn, near Barcombe Cross

The Anchor Inn, alongside the River Ouse in East Sussex. This photograph was taken on a sunny Bank Holiday Monday in August 2022, when the pub was busy.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross A former railway route, now used as a permissive bridleway, in East Sussex countryside near Barcombe Cross. The railway, which closed in 1969, ran from Uckfield to Lewes. Here there is a bridge where the former railway crosses a stream.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross

A former railway route, now used as a permissive bridleway, in East Sussex countryside near Barcombe Cross. The railway, which closed in 1969, ran from Uckfield to Lewes. Here there is a bridge where the former railway crosses a stream.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross A former railway route, now in use as a permissive bridleway, near Barcombe Cross in East Sussex. The railway, which linked Uckfield with Lewes, closed in 1969.

Here, a footpath branches off to the right.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross

A former railway route, now in use as a permissive bridleway, near Barcombe Cross in East Sussex. The railway, which linked Uckfield with Lewes, closed in 1969. Here, a footpath branches off to the right.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross A permissive bridleway uses a section of former railway near Barcombe Cross in East Sussex. The railway, which closed in 1969, linked the towns of Uckfield and Lewes.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross

A permissive bridleway uses a section of former railway near Barcombe Cross in East Sussex. The railway, which closed in 1969, linked the towns of Uckfield and Lewes.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross A former railway route, now used as a permissive bridleway, in East Sussex. The railway linked the towns of Uckfield and Lewes. It closed in 1969.

Here, the route crosses a stream.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross

A former railway route, now used as a permissive bridleway, in East Sussex. The railway linked the towns of Uckfield and Lewes. It closed in 1969. Here, the route crosses a stream.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross A former railway route, now used as a permissive bridleway, near Barcombe Cross in East Sussex. The railway, which linked the towns of Uckfield and Lewes, closed in 1969.

Former railway route near Barcombe Cross

A former railway route, now used as a permissive bridleway, near Barcombe Cross in East Sussex. The railway, which linked the towns of Uckfield and Lewes, closed in 1969.

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Barcombe is located at Grid Ref: TQ4216 (Lat: 50.930348, Lng: 0.026707)

Administrative County: East Sussex

District: Lewes

Police Authority: Sussex

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Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

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Telephone

Booth: K6

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Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00, Sa 07:00

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Mounting: brick_pillar

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: BN8 490D

Royal Cypher: GR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273

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Mount Pleasant

Place: hamlet

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Mount Pleasant Farm

Addr City: Barcombe

Addr Hamlet: Mount Pleasant

Addr Postcode: BN8 5EF

Addr Street: Spithurst Road

Place: farm

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Barrier: stile

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Barrier: kissing_gate

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

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