Welcome to Highgate

Highgate is a small village located in East Sussex, England. It is situated on the edge of the Ashdown Forest, which is a popular destination for walkers and nature enthusiasts. The village is known for its picturesque countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community. Highgate is a great place to visit if you are looking for a peaceful and relaxing break away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Highgate is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to many historic graves and monuments. Another popular attraction in Highgate is the Ashdown Forest Llama Park, where visitors can get up close and personal with these gentle animals.

Highgate is also home to a number of quaint pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy traditional English cuisine and a pint of local ale. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque countryside, making it a great destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Whether you are looking for a relaxing break or an active holiday, Highgate has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Michael Hall School Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Principal Sarah Stokes	Kidbrooke Park Priory Road Forest Row East Sussex RH18 5JA 1342822275 School Website
Forest Row Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Drury	School Lane Hartfield Road Forest Row East Sussex RH18 5DZ 01342823380 School Website
Greenfields School Other Independent School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr Jeff Smith	Priory Road Forest Row East Sussex RH18 5JD 1342822189 School Website
Brambletye School Other Independent School Ages:2-14 Head Teacher Mr Will Brooks	Brambletye School Lewes Road East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 3PD 1342321004 School Website
Ashurst Wood Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Hobby	School Lane Ashurst Wood East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 3QW 01342822584 School Website
The Meads Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicole Essex	Mill Way East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4DD 01342322905 School Website
Estcots Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Brock	Bourg-De-Peage Avenue Lewes Road East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 3TY 01342327473 School Website
Sackville School Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Jo Meloni	Lewes Road East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 3TY 01342410140 School Website
Step By Step School Limited Other Independent Special School Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Miss Gayle Adam	Neylands Farm Grinstead Lane Sharpthorne East Sussex RH19 4HP 1342811852 School Website
Blackwell Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Martin	Blackwell Farm Road East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 3JL 1342323906

Local Train Stations

Train Station
East Grinstead Railway Approach, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1EB 3.24 Miles

Dormans Station Road, Dormansland, Surrey, RH7 6NL 4.67 Miles

Cowden Blowers Hill, Cowden, Kent, TN8 7DS 5.62 Miles

Ashurst (Kent) Off A264 Ashurst Hill, Ashurst, Kent, TN3 9TL 5.89 Miles

Lingfield Station Road, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6EF 6.10 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Forest Cars Taxi Service 01342 822228 39 Upper Close, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DS 0.25 Miles
Thames Executive Charters Co Ltd 01342 820601 Unit 8/Riverview Business Park/Station Rd, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DW 0.58 Miles
Starfishcars And Taxis 07879 644477 Post Horn Close, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DE 0.71 Miles
Dial A Car 01342 823265 111 Hammerwood Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3RX 1.38 Miles
Avis Rent A Car 0844 544 6042 Wych Cross, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5JL 1.57 Miles
Acorn Cars 01342 410518 15 The Dell, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3XP 2.56 Miles
Acorn Cars 01342 410518 9 Coombe Hall Park, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4JJ 2.86 Miles
East Grinstead Taxis 01342 720004 Rockwood Park, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4JX 2.88 Miles
Gb Executive Travel 01342 319117 Queen's Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1BG 2.98 Miles
New Car Contracts 01342 301465 Christopher House, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3BT 3.05 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Highgate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thomsett Bank No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Upper Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chapel Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Freshfield No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hartfield Road Parade No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forest Row Po Indoor Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Forest Row Po Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Sunday Last Collection:15:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bishops No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Square Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Post Horn Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wall Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forest Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ashdown Park Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Ashdown Forest Health Centre 01342 822131	Ashdown Forest Health Ctr Lewes Road Forest Row East Sussex RH18 5AQ
Ship Street Surgery	Ship Street East Grinstead RH19 4EE
Judges Close Surgery	Judges Terrace High Street East Grinstead RH19 3AA
Meridian Hall - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	East Court College Lane East Grinstead RH19 3LT
Meridian Hall - Covid Local Vaccination Service	East Court College Lane East Grinstead RH19 3LT

Local Stores

Forest Row - Hartfield Road
19 Hartfield Road
Forest Row
East Sussex
RH18 5DN
01342 824780
Store Website
0.44 miles

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SPAR - Crowborough Post Office
Beacon House
Croft Road
Crowborough
TN6 1DL
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Chirovet
Ziggy'S Oaktrees Forrest Row Sussex RH18 5EP Website 0.55 miles

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Ziggy'S
Oak Trees Lewes Road Forest Row East Sussex RH18 5EP 07731 673311 drsonyaleggett@gmail.com 0.55 miles


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Medivet Forest Row
Station Road Forest Row East Sussex RH18 5DW 01342 824452 forest.row@medivet.co.uk Website 0.60 miles
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Priors Farm Equine Surgery
Priors Farm Priory Road Forest Row East Sussex RH18 5JD 01342 823011 vets@priorsfarm.co.uk Website 0.69 miles
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Portland Vets East Grinstead
27 Portland Road East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4EB 01342 327799 welcome@portlandvets.co.uk Website 2.75 miles
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East Grinstead Vet Centre
Maypole Road East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 1HL 01342 323072 richard_cunnington@yahoo.com 3.46 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 2.24 miles 2 Miles South Of East Grinstead, Signposted From Town Centre And B2110 (Turners Hill Road).

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Hollies Loop Ashdown Forest
Crowborough Rd Lancashire 4.29 miles Ashdown Forest

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Penshurst Place Circular
Approx 3 Mile Medium Walk Around The Beautiful Penshurst Place, One Or More Fields With Cows/Sheep. May Be Difficult To Get Some Dogs Through V Shaped Stiles. Leicester Square Penshurst Tonbridge TN11 8BL 8.72 miles

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Buchan Country Park
Buchan Country Park Has Won The Green Flag Award, Which Recognises The Best Green Spaces In The Uk, Every Year Since 2010. Oak Lodge Horsham Rd Crawley RH11 9HQ 11.05 miles Using The Postcode Rh11 9Hq Is The Best Way To Find Buchan Park, You May Have To Double Back Along Horsham Rd For The Entrance.

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Toys Hill
Lovely Walk Going Through Emmetts Garden For A Coffee Toys Hill Car Park Toy'S Hill Road Lancashire 11.13 miles Follow The Red Markers

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Toys Hill
A Choice Of Three Circular Routes. The 3 Mile (Red) Involves Crossing Two Roads Otherwise Off Lead Walk. Brasted Chart Lancashire 11.13 miles

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