Ashurst Wood
Built-up area in Mid Sussex, West Sussex, England
| Coordinates: | 51.112, 0.022 |
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| OS grid ref: | TQ 41 36 |
| Dialling code: | 01342 (East Grinstead) |
Ashurst Wood is a compact village in the district of Mid Sussex, West Sussex, England, set on the sandstone ridges of the High Weald area and surrounded by ancient woodland and farmland. It sits near East Grinstead and within easy reach of the heathland of Ashdown Forest, giving a mix of elevated countryside views and accessible green space prized by walkers and nature lovers.
Locally it feels like a classic commuter village with a mix of period cottages and later housing, small independent shops and community facilities such as a village hall and primary school; many residents work in nearby towns while a steady programme of local social events, clubs and voluntary groups keeps village life active. The settlement’s character reflects traditional Wealden rural roots combined with modest 20th‑century expansion, making it quiet and community‑minded rather than touristy.
Postcode districts covering Ashurst Wood
Most populated places nearby
- Brighton and Hove 20.2 miles32.5 km
- Bexley 24.7 miles39.8 km
- Sutton 19.1 miles30.8 km
- Crawley 9.2 miles14.8 km
- Croydon 17.7 miles28.5 km
- Maidstone 24.1 miles38.9 km
- Royal Tunbridge Wells 10.9 miles17.5 km
- Dartford 24.5 miles39.4 km
- Esher 24.6 miles39.5 km
- Reigate 13.1 miles21.1 km
- Redhill 11.8 miles19.1 km
- Horsham 15.1 miles24.4 km
Neighbouring places
- Ashurst Wood & East Grinstead South Ward 1.1 miles1.8 km
- East Grinstead Herontye Ward 1.2 miles2 km
- East Grinstead Ashplats Ward 1.4 miles2.3 km
- Forest Row Built-up area 1.6 miles2.5 km
- East Grinstead Town Ward 1.6 miles2.6 km
- East Grinstead Built-up area 1.6 miles2.7 km
- East Grinstead Baldwins Ward 2.3 miles3.8 km
- East Grinstead Imberhorne Ward 2.8 miles4.6 km
- Dormans Park Built-up area 2.9 miles4.6 km
- Sharpthorne Built-up area 3.3 miles5.3 km
- Upper Hartfield Built-up area 3.3 miles5.3 km
- Felcourt Built-up area 3.6 miles5.7 km
Example postcodes in Ashurst Wood
RH19 3TA, RH19 3TB, RH19 3UZ, RH19 3RQ, RH19 3TD, RH19 3RJ, RH19 3QS, RH19 3QN, RH19 3RU … See all
Transport links
- London Gatwick Airport 9.2 miles14.8 km
- London City Airport 27.2 miles43.8 km
- East Grinstead Railway Station 2 miles3.2 km
- Kingscote Railway Station 3.1 miles5 km
Hotels near Ashurst Wood Ad
- Gravetye Manor 4 3.7 miles5.9 km
- Ashdown Park Hotel 4 3 miles4.8 km
- The Wiremill 4.3 miles7 km
- Lingfield Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club 4 4.2 miles6.7 km
- The Swan at Forest Row 4 1.1 miles1.8 km
- Crowne Plaza Felbridge - Gatwick 3.1 miles5 km
- The Curious Pig in the Parlour 5.6 miles9 km
- Luna Domes 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Holiday Inn London Gatwick - Worth 4 6.9 miles11.1 km
- Alexander House and Utopia Spa 5 3.9 miles6.3 km
Schools in Ashurst Wood
- Ashurst Wood Primary School Primary
- Brambletye School Independent - all ages
Local points of interest
- Lingfield Racecourse Recreation 4.2 miles6.7 km
- Wakehurst Place Garden Gardens 5.7 miles9.2 km
- Wakehurst Place Estate 5.8 miles9.3 km
- Penshurst Place Historic site 8.2 miles13.3 km
- Broadfield Stadium Stadium 9.4 miles15.2 km
- Hurst Wood Forest 9.7 miles15.6 km
- Canterbury Christ Church University - Salomons University 10 miles16.1 km
- KCollege - Tonbridge College 11.7 miles18.9 km
- University of Kent - Tonbridge University 12.1 miles19.5 km
- Saint Leonards Forest Forest 12.2 miles19.7 km
- Reigate College College 13.1 miles21.1 km
- Reigate Castle Historic site 13.2 miles21.3 km