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Plaistow

Built-up area in Chichester, West Sussex, England

Coordinates:51.068, -0.566
OS grid ref:TQ 00 30
Population:395
Dialling code: 01428 (Haslemere)
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Plaistow is a small rural village in the district of Chichester, in West Sussex, England. It sits amid rolling farmland and chalk downland on the edge of the South Downs, giving it a quiet, picture‑postcard character while remaining within easy reach of the market town of Chichester.

Historically an agricultural settlement, Plaistow retains traditional Sussex cottages and farm buildings and a close‑knit community feel; the local economy still has farming and small enterprises, with many residents commuting to nearby centres. Its countryside setting also makes it handy for outdoor pursuits and for visiting regional attractions such as Goodwood and the cultural venues in Chichester.

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Transport links

  • London Gatwick Airport 17.9 miles28.8 km
  • London Heathrow Airport 28.3 miles45.5 km
  • Witley Railway Station 5.7 miles9.1 km
  • Billingshurst Railway Station 6.2 miles10 km

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Schools in Plaistow

  • Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • The Mens Nature Reserve Nature reserve 5 miles8.1 km
  • Foxall Wood Forest 6.7 miles10.8 km
  • Jamia Ahmadiyya UK College 7.7 miles12.3 km
  • Flight Pond Wood Forest 8 miles12.9 km
  • South Downs Hill 10.8 miles17.4 km
  • Britty Wood Forest 11.1 miles17.8 km
  • Borden Wood Forest 11.4 miles18.3 km
  • Jungle Wood Forest 11.4 miles18.4 km
  • Cairn Wood Forest 11.5 miles18.5 km
  • university of surrey University 12.1 miles19.5 km
  • Parham House Estate 12.1 miles19.5 km
  • Waverley Abbey Archaeological site 12.6 miles20.3 km