Welcome to Chalvington

Chalvington is a small village located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England. The village is situated on the A27 road, which connects the cities of Brighton and Eastbourne. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in Chalvington is the St. Bartholomew's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and its impressive bell tower.

Chalvington is a peaceful and quiet village that offers a great escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it a great place for hiking and cycling. The village is also home to a number of small businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The pub, called The Yew Tree Inn, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The pub serves a variety of traditional British dishes and has a cozy and welcoming atmosphere.

Overall, Chalvington is a charming and picturesque village that is well worth a visit. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a place to explore the beautiful countryside of East Sussex, Chalvington has something to offer. With its historic landmarks, friendly locals, and beautiful scenery, Chalvington is a hidden gem that is waiting to be discovered.

Local Weather

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Temp: 5.2°C

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Wind: 13.6 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Bede's Senior School Other Independent School Ages:13-19 Head Teacher Mr Peter Goodyer	The Dicker Upper Dicker Hailsham East Sussex BN27 3QH 1323843252 School Website
Park Mead Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Procter	Upper Dicker Hailsham East Sussex BN27 3QP 01323844247 School Website
Laughton Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel West	Church Lane Laughton Lewes East Sussex BN8 6AH 01323811306 School Website
Chiddingly Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr James Procter	Muddles Green Chiddingly Lewes East Sussex BN8 6HN 01825872307 School Website
Firle Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Rachel West	The Street Firle Lewes East Sussex BN8 6LF 01273858260 School Website
Alfriston School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lindsey Hudson	North Road Alfriston Polegate East Sussex BN26 5XB 01323870203 School Website
Grovelands Community Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jon Goulding	Dunbar Drive Hailsham East Sussex BN27 3UW 01323840062 School Website
Hellingly Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Michelle Mckay	North Street Hellingly Hailsham East Sussex BN27 4DS 01323844346 School Website
Hailsham Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Principal Danielle King	Oaklands Way Hailsham East Sussex BN27 3NW 01323819309 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Berwick Berwick Station Approach, Berwick, East Sussex, BN26 6TB 1.56 Miles

Glynde Lacys Hill, Glynde, East Sussex, BN8 6RU 3.95 Miles

Polegate High Street, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 6AQ 4.78 Miles

Southease South Downs Way, Off A26, Southease, East Sussex, BN8 6JS 5.90 Miles

Lewes Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UP 6.48 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Prestige Airport Cars 07518 456470 Coopers Way, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3XA 3.73 Miles
Jim Ridgway Taxi Service 07966 780020 111 South Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6DT 3.77 Miles
Airport Direct 01323 441102 36 Melrose Cl, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3XP 3.77 Miles
Jans Maxi Taxi 01323 846430 21 Medway, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3HE 3.90 Miles
Getaway Cars 01323 442229 The Granary Rural Business Centre, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 4DU 3.94 Miles
Alfriston Taxis 01323 870823 Lavender Cottage/High St, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 5TB 4.00 Miles
Vintage And Classic Cars 01323 840346 The Homestead/Ersham Rd, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3PN 4.24 Miles
Jayline Taxis 01323 442233 8 George Street, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1AE 4.33 Miles
Cavalier Cars 01323 844464 1 Market Square, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1AG 4.39 Miles
Gorgeous Cars 01323 871600 Burnt House, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 5TS 4.57 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Chalvington Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Ripe Post Office Weekday Last Collection:15:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Green Farm Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Wick Street Farm Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Deanland Wood Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:07:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Selmeston Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:45
Berwick Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Barley Mow Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Arlington Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:45
Swingate Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Upper Dicker Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Golden Cross Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Laughton Church Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Michelham Priory Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:45
Union House Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Deanland Wood Branch Surgery 01323 845669	Quintin Medical Centre Golden Cross Hailsham East Sussex BN27 3RN
Alfriston Surgery	The Furlongs Alfriston Polegate East Sussex BN26 5XT
East Hoathly Medical Centre 01825 840943	Juziers Drive East Hoathly Lewes East Sussex BN8 6AE
Bridgeside Surgery 01323 441234	Bridgeside Surgery 1 Western Road Hailsham East Sussex BN27 3DG
Vicarage Field Surgery	Vicarage Field Hailsham East Sussex BN27 1BE

Local Stores

Petrol Polegate - Hailsham Road
Hailsham Road
Polegate
East Sussex
BN26 6QL
01323 489634
Store Website
4.19 miles

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SPAR - Newhaven
Portslade Garages Ltd
Avis Way
Newhaven
BN9 0DD
01273 516825
Store Website
6.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Cliffe Veterinary Group Ltd Equine Clinic
Harbens Farm Mill Lane Laughton Lewes East Sussex BN8 6AJ 01323 815120 Website 1.80 miles

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Horsebridge Veterinary Practice
High Street Lower Horsebridge Hailsham East Sussex BN27 4DH 01323 442250 vet@rgbvet.co.uk Website 3.81 miles

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Community Pet Clinic
Hailsham Retail Park Hailsham Sussex BN27 3JF Hailsham@jollyes.co.uk Website 3.93 miles


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Highcroft Veterinary Group
25 London Road Hailsham East Sussex BN27 3BN 01323 841666 vets@highcroftvets.co.uk Website 4.12 miles
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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 4.29 miles
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Dvg Ltd
19 Station Road Hailsham East Sussex BN27 2BH 01323 842141 Hailshamreception@downlandvets.co.uk Website 4.32 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 3.95 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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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 6.20 miles

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Friston Forest
Walks From The Car Park Are Signposted. There Is The Option Of Long Or Short Walks. Unnamed Road Eastbourne Lancashire BN20 0AT 6.59 miles Forestry Commission On The B2105

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Seven Sisters
Walk From Birling Gap Towards Seven Sisters, It Is A National Trust Signposted Walk. There Are Shorter And Longer Options. The Path Can Get Quite Close To The Edge Of The Cliffs, So Watch Out For The Dog. Some Fields With Sheep In Them, But Can Be Clearly Seen From Distance. Boat House Birling Gap East Dean Eastbourne BN20 0AB 8.55 miles

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Pevensey Castle 1066
134 A259 Pevensey Bay 8.94 miles Entrance To Field Is In The Layby

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Beachy Head
Beautiful, Lots Of Space To Run And Play Both In Top And At The Side. Can Get A Bit Busy At Weekends But Rarely Unable To Take Off Lead Beachy Head Lancashire 9.00 miles

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Weather Forecast

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