Welcome to Polegate

Polegate is a small town located in East Sussex, England. It is situated between the larger towns of Eastbourne and Hailsham. The town has a population of around 8,000 people and is known for its historic buildings and beautiful countryside. The town is also home to a number of shops, restaurants, and pubs, making it a popular destination for visitors.

One of the main attractions in Polegate is the St. John the Evangelist Church. This historic church dates back to the 12th century and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. The church is open to visitors and is a popular destination for those interested in history and architecture. Another popular attraction in Polegate is the Cuckoo Trail. This 14-mile trail runs from Polegate to Heathfield and is a popular destination for walkers, cyclists, and horse riders.

Polegate is also home to a number of annual events and festivals. One of the most popular events is the Polegate Summer Festival, which takes place in July. This festival features live music, food stalls, and a range of activities for all ages. Other events in the town include the Polegate Christmas Market and the Polegate Carnival. Overall, Polegate is a charming town with a rich history and plenty of attractions for visitors to enjoy.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 8.3°C

Feels Like: 5.3°C

Wind: 12.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Polegate Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Jones	Oakleaf Drive Polegate East Sussex BN26 6PT 01323482404 School Website
Willingdon Community School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Emily May	Broad Road Lower Willingdon Eastbourne East Sussex BN20 9QX 01323485254 School Website
Willingdon Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Gemma Roxburgh	Rapsons Road Willingdon Eastbourne East Sussex BN20 9RJ 01323482619 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
Oakwood Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ryan Laker	Magnolia Drive Eastbourne East Sussex BN22 0SS 01323501251 School Website
Stone Cross School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Clements	Adur Drive Stone Cross Pevensey East Sussex BN24 5EF 01323461002 School Website
Hankham Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Timlin	Hankham Road Hankham Pevensey East Sussex BN24 5AY 01323763265 School Website
The Eastbourne Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Dan Wynne Willson	Brodrick Road Eastbourne East Sussex BN22 9RQ 01323514900 School Website
The Lindfield School Academy Special Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Nick Upton	Lindfield Road Hampden Park Eastbourne East Sussex BN22 0BQ 01323502988 School Website
College Central Academy Alternative Provision Converter Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Morse (Acting Principal)	124 Brodrick Road Eastbourne East Sussex BN22 9RB 01323691000 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Polegate High Street, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 6AQ 0.73 Miles

Hampden Park Station Approach, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 9ND 2.63 Miles

Pevensey And Westham Eastbourne Road, Westham, East Sussex, BN24 5ND 3.30 Miles

Berwick Berwick Station Approach, Berwick, East Sussex, BN26 6TB 3.85 Miles

Pevensey Bay Wallsend Road, Pevensey, East Sussex, BN24 6AA 4.11 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Country Wide Executive Hire 01323 485781 52 Greenleaf Gardens, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 6PF 0.35 Miles
Country Wide Taxi 07811 393989 52 Greenleaf Gardens, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 6PF 0.35 Miles
Klc Taxi 01323 486492 7 Junction St, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 6ET 0.62 Miles
Direct Travel Journeys 01323 484444 42 High St, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 6AG 0.72 Miles
St Mary's Cars 01323 484383 3 St Mary's, Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 6JZ 0.78 Miles
Vintage And Classic Cars 01323 840346 The Homestead/Ersham Rd, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3PN 1.31 Miles
Premier Chauffeur Service 01323 487800 41 Wannock Av, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 9RH 1.65 Miles
Club Class Chauffeurs Ltd 01323 442222 5 Swan Business Centre, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 2BY 1.74 Miles
Centre Cabs Eastbourne Ltd 01323 508888 74 Wannock Lane, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 9SQ 1.80 Miles
Prestige Airport Cars 07518 456470 Coopers Way, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3XA 1.86 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Western Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oakleaf Drive Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Le Vett Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Royal Mail 74 High Street Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Hailsham Road Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Glynleigh Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Heron Ridge Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Aberdale Road Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Brookside Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Walnut Walk Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Old Mill Loom Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Dittons Road Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Old Drive Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Summerhill Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Downlands Medical Centre 01323 482323	The Surgery 77 High St, Polegate Eastbourne East Sussex BN26 6AE
Manor Park Medical Centre 01323 482301	Manor Park Medical Ctr. High Street Polegate East Sussex BN26 5DJ
Stone Cross Surgery 01323 761461	Mimram Road Stone Cross Pevensey East Sussex BN24 5DZ
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
0.69 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A St Annes Veterinary Group
1 Gorringe Valley Road Willingdon Eastbourne East Sussex BN20 9SX 01323 640011 contact@stannesvets.co.uk Website 1.72 miles
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Downland Veterinary Group
3 Mimram Road Stone Cross Pevensey East Sussex BN24 5DZ 01323 740786 stonecross.reception@downlandvets.co.uk 1.91 miles
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Community Pet Clinic
Hailsham Retail Park Hailsham Sussex BN27 3JF Hailsham@jollyes.co.uk Website 2.09 miles


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Dvg Ltd
19 Station Road Hailsham East Sussex BN27 2BH 01323 842141 Hailshamreception@downlandvets.co.uk Website 2.10 miles
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Highcroft Veterinary Group
25 London Road Hailsham East Sussex BN27 3BN 01323 841666 vets@highcroftvets.co.uk Website 2.48 miles
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Emergency service available after 1pm phone 01323 841666
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A St Annes Veterinary Group
1 Antrim Court Pembury Road Langney Eastbourne East Sussex BN23 7LU 01323 640011 contact@stannesvets.co.uk Website 3.28 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Pevensey Castle 1066
134 A259 Pevensey Bay 4.27 miles Entrance To Field Is In The Layby

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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 4.45 miles Forestry Commission On The B2105

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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 5.83 miles

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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 6.03 miles

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Beachy Head
A Coastal, Circular Walk Along The Cliff Edge. You Will Be Able To See The Famous Beachy Head Lighthouse And Views Across Eastbourne And The Sea. BN20 7YA 6.24 miles From The West: Head Along The M4, Then Cut Down To The A27 And Carry On. From The North: Once Passed London, Take The M23/A23, Then Turn Left When You See Signs For Eastbourne. You Should See Signs For Beachy Head After A While.

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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 6.45 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-14.1°C	-16.2°C	-16.9°C	-19.1°C	-20.7°C

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Temp	-13.1°C	-13.6°C	-14.1°C	-14.8°C	-13.4°C	-11.7°C	-9.5°C	-7.5°C	-6.7°C	-7.1°C	-8.5°C	-9.5°C
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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