Welcome to Blackboys

Blackboys is a small village located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England. The village is situated on the A267 road, which connects the towns of Tunbridge Wells and Eastbourne. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. The village has a population of around 500 people and is home to a number of local businesses, including a pub, a village shop, and a post office.

The village of Blackboys has a rich history, dating back to the 13th century. The name "Blackboys" is thought to have originated from the black beech trees that once grew in the area. The village was once a thriving agricultural community, with many farms and smallholdings in the surrounding area. Today, the village is a popular destination for tourists, who come to enjoy the beautiful countryside and explore the local history and culture.

One of the most popular attractions in Blackboys is the Blackboys Inn, a traditional English pub that dates back to the 16th century. The pub is famous for its warm welcome, delicious food, and excellent selection of local beers and ales. The pub is also a popular venue for live music and other events, and is a great place to meet locals and visitors alike. Whether you're looking for a quiet drink or a lively night out, the Blackboys Inn is the perfect place to relax and unwind.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 7.2°C

Feels Like: 4.6°C

Wind: 8.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Blackboys Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Graham Sullivan	School Lane Blackboys Uckfield East Sussex TN22 5LL 01825890423 School Website
Framfield Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Lisa Pestell	The Street Framfield Uckfield East Sussex TN22 5NR 01825890258 School Website
Vtss Other Independent Special School Ages:9-18 Head Teacher Mrs Janet Tremble	Oak View, Mayfield Flat Cross-In-Hand Heathfield East Sussex TN21 0TU 7799120339
St Marks Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mikaela Mccaren	School Lane Hadlow Down Uckfield East Sussex TN22 4HY 01825830375 School Website
Annan School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Hunter	Annan Farm Lewes Road Easons Green Uckfield East Sussex TN22 5RE 1825841410 School Website
Manor Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Annette Hill	Downsview Crescent Uckfield East Sussex TN22 1UB 01825763041 School Website
East Hoathly C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher James Procter	Church Marks Lane East Hoathly Lewes East Sussex BN8 6EQ 01825840247 School Website
Harlands Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Richard Blakeley	Mallard Drive Uckfield East Sussex TN22 5PW 01825764244 School Website
Buxted C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Head	Hurstwood Road Buxted Uckfield East Sussex TN22 4BB 01825733185 School Website
Uckfield Community Technology College Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Hugh Hennebry	Downsview Crescent Uckfield East Sussex TN22 3DJ 01825764844 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Buxted High Street, Buxted, East Sussex, TN22 4LA 2.38 Miles

Uckfield New Town, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 1HS 3.22 Miles

Crowborough Jarvis Brook, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 2JR 5.51 Miles

Berwick Berwick Station Approach, Berwick, East Sussex, BN26 6TB 8.54 Miles

Eridge Groombridge Lane, Eridge Green, East Sussex, TN3 9LE 8.67 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Aardvark Executive Cars 01825 732568 4 Littlewood Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 4LW 2.28 Miles
Uckfield Taxis Limited 01825 762000 Offices 1 &Amp; 2, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5HA 2.79 Miles
D B Taxis 01825 890375 Bird In Eye Farm Bird In Eye Hill, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5HA 2.79 Miles
Amow Private Hire 01825 479588 48 Brown's Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 1UF 2.92 Miles
Jem Cars 01825 767832 87 Framfield Rd, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5AT 3.04 Miles
Wasley Cars 01825 762103 99 Pipers Field, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5SD 3.12 Miles
S And R Cars 01825 767000 6 Rockhall Cottage, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 1HT 3.22 Miles
Airport Transfers Uckfield 07944 712789 46 Olives Meadow, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 1QY 3.23 Miles
Heathfield Cars 01435 867222 3 Pookreed Cl, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21 0XS 3.24 Miles
Jr Executive Travel 01825 763088 27 New Barn Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5EL 3.26 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Blackboys Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
School Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tickerage Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sharlands Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pounsley Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lankhurst Oak Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pound Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Annes Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gorse Cottage Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brittenden Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Possingworth Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Firgrove Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shanty Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Waldron Old Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Bungalows Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Buxted Medical Centre 01825 732333	Buxted Medical Centre Framfield Road, Buxted Uckfield East Sussex TN22 5FD
Wadham 01435 862021	The Firs Cross In Hand Heathfield East Sussex TN21 0LT
Bird-In-Eye Surgery 01825 763196	Bird-In-Eye Surgery Uckfield Community Hosp Framfield Road Uckfield TN22 5AW
East Hoathly Medical Centre 01825 840943	Juziers Drive East Hoathly Lewes East Sussex BN8 6AE
Heathfield Surgery 01435 864999	The Surgery 96-98 High Street Heathfield East Sussex TN21 8JD

Local Stores

Heathfield
110 High Street
Heathfield
East Sussex
TN21 8JD
01435 860400
Store Website
3.30 miles

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SPAR - Heathfield
Broad Oak
Heathfield
TN21 8SU
01435 863285
Store Website
4.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

T W Couzens
Holistic Veterinary Medicine Centre The Village Works London Road, East Hoathly Lewes East Sussex BN8 6QA 01825 840966 admin@hvmc.info Website 2.74 miles
Amenities Referrals only
Animals Treated
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Henley House Veterinary Clinic
Henley House Veterinary Centre 2 London Road Uckfield East Sussex TN22 1HX 01825 766099 info@henleyhousevets.co.uk Website 3.20 miles
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Fairfield House Veterinary Surgery
Fairfield House New Town Uckfield East Sussex TN22 5DG 01825 764268 admin@uckfieldvets.co.uk Website 3.24 miles
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Mayfield Vet
84 High Street Heathfield East Sussex TN21 8JD 01435 865887 heathfield@henleyhousevets.co.uk Website 3.35 miles
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Saturday appointments can be made at Henley House Vets in Uckfield.
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Heathfieldvets Ltd
Chimneys Hailsham Road Heathfield East Sussex TN21 8AD 01435 864422 vets@heathfieldvets.co.uk Website 3.69 miles

Animals Treated
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The Downwood Veterinary Centre
6-8 High Street Horam Heathfield East Sussex TN21 0EJ 01435 812 152 downwoodveterinary@btconnect.com Website 3.83 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hollies Loop Ashdown Forest
Crowborough Rd Lancashire 6.32 miles Ashdown Forest

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Firle Beacon Circuit South Downs
This 5.5 Mile Circular Walk, Takes You Down A Quiet Chalk Dry Valley South With Extensive Downland Views. It Returns Along The Ridge, Following A Stretch Of The South Downs Way. Start And Finish At The Firle Beacon Car Park Grid Reference Tq 467058. Do Not Put "Firle Beacon" Into The Satnav As It Is Likely To Try And Take You Along Farm Tracks Up To The Beacon Itself. Take The Firle Village Turning South From The A27 And Continue Along The Road, Past The Village And Up The Hill To The Car Park. S Downs Way Lewes Lancashire BN8 6LR 9.93 miles Start And Finish At The Firle Beacon Car Park Grid Reference Tq 467058. Do Not Put &Quot;Firle Beacon&Quot; Into The Satnav As It Is Likely To Try And Take You Along Farm Tracks Up To The Beacon Itself. Take The Firle Village Turning South From The A27 And Continue Along The Road, Past The Village And Up The Hill To The Car Park.

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Standen To Kingscote Bluebell Railway
A Linear Walk From Standen To Kingscote Bluebell Railway. The Walk Will Pass By Standen Rocks, Which Is A Great Spot For A Picnic Lunch With Its Wonderful Views Across The Reservoir. RH19 4NE 12.55 miles 2 Miles South Of East Grinstead, Signposted From Town Centre And B2110 (Turners Hill Road).

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Ditchling Beacon
Ditchling Rd Brighton Lancashire BN1 9QD 12.91 miles You Can Park Easily At The Car Park At Ditchling Beacon Or Catch The No 79. Buses Run All Year Round But Are Restricted At Weekends.

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Pevensey Castle 1066
134 A259 Pevensey Bay 13.17 miles Entrance To Field Is In The Layby

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Cuckmere
A Number Of Paths Follow The River Down To The Beach. The River Is Fast Flowing And So Not Suitable For Dogs To Swim In. Sometimes, Sheep Are Grazing So Dogs Need To Be Under Control But Well Behaved Dogs Can Be Off The Lead. A259 Seaford Lancashire BN25 4AD 13.24 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
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