| Coordinates: | 50.91, -0.075 |
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| OS grid ref: | TQ 35 14 |
| Population: | 341 |
| Dialling code: | 01273 (Brighton) |
Plumpton is a small village a few miles north of Lewes in East Sussex, England, tucked against the rolling chalk slopes of the South Downs. It feels rural and compact, with fine views over agricultural land and easy access to country walks and a local railway station connecting to nearby towns.
The village punches above its weight culturally and economically thanks to Plumpton College, a specialist land‑based college with strong equine and viticulture courses, and Plumpton Racecourse, known for its intimate National Hunt fixtures and evening meetings. Historic features such as the parish church and nearby hamlets like Plumpton Green underline a long agricultural past, while the college, racecourse and small local businesses keep the community active and outward‑looking.