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Henfield

Built-up area in Horsham, West Sussex, England

Coordinates:50.933, -0.278
OS grid ref:TQ 21 16
Population:4,799
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Henfield is a large village and civil parish in the district of Horsham, West Sussex, England, set in the shallow valley of the River Adur between the chalk ridges of the South Downs and the coastal plain. The village has a long settlement history visible in its medieval parish church and a number of listed flint and brick buildings, and is surrounded by commons and farmland with many footpaths that attract walkers and nature lovers.

Today Henfield combines a strong local community of independent shops, pubs, clubs and voluntary groups with an economy rooted in agriculture and small businesses; many residents commute to nearby towns or to London. The village is known for an active social calendar, conservation-minded residents and a general village atmosphere that blends rural charm with everyday amenities.

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Transport links

  • London Gatwick Airport 16 miles25.8 km
  • London Heathrow Airport 38 miles61.2 km
  • Hassocks Railway Station 5.8 miles9.3 km
  • Burgess Hill Railway Station 6.7 miles10.8 km
  • Milthorpe Road 9.7 miles15.7 km

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Schools in Henfield

  • St Peter's C of E Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Shoreham Library Library 6.8 miles11 km
  • The Marlipins Museum Museum 6.9 miles11.2 km
  • Sussex Yacht Club Marina 7 miles11.2 km
  • Shoreham Harbour Harbour 7.2 miles11.7 km
  • Withdean Stadium Stadium 7.6 miles12.2 km
  • Kingley Vale Forest 8.8 miles14.1 km
  • Parham House Estate 9.2 miles14.8 km
  • Saint Leonards Forest Forest 9.3 miles15 km
  • Plumpton Racecourse Recreation 9.4 miles15.2 km
  • Churchill Square Shopping centre 9.5 miles15.4 km
  • South Downs Hill 9.7 miles15.6 km
  • American Express Community Stadium Stadium 9.8 miles15.8 km