Area Info for Ardingly (West Sussex)

Ardingly, West Sussex, UK

Ardingly is a small village located in West Sussex, England. It is situated within the South East region of the UK and is part of the civil parish of Ardingly. The village is known for its scenic countryside, historic landmarks, and community events.

Location and Geography

Ardingly lies approximately 4 miles south of Haywards Heath and about 8 miles north of Brighton. The village is set amidst rolling hills, farmland, and woodland, offering picturesque views and outdoor recreational opportunities. It is conveniently accessible via local roads connecting to larger towns and the A23 trunk road.

History and Heritage

Ardingly has a history dating back to medieval times. The village is home to the historic Ardingly College, founded in 1858, which has played a significant role in the community. The village also features traditional Sussex architecture, including old cottages and farm buildings that reflect its rural heritage.

Community and Amenities

The village has a close-knit community with a range of local amenities. These include a village hall, a church, and a few local shops and pubs. Ardingly hosts annual events such as the Ardingly Showground events, which include agricultural shows, fairs, and markets that attract visitors from across the region.

Transport and Accessibility

Ardingly is accessible by road, with good links to the A23 and nearby towns. The nearest railway station is in Haywards Heath, providing direct services to London, Brighton, and other major cities. Bus services also connect Ardingly to surrounding areas.

Natural Environment and Recreation

The surrounding countryside offers excellent opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching. Ardingly Reservoir, located nearby, is popular for sailing, fishing, and birdwatching, making the area attractive to outdoor enthusiasts.

Economy and Development

The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, tourism, and education, with Ardingly College being a major employer. The village has maintained its rural charm while adapting to modern needs, with ongoing development focused on preserving its natural and historic character.

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School
St Peter's CofE Primary School	0.30 miles
Holmans, Street Lane, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6UQ
Ardingly College	0.66 miles
College Road, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6SQ
Philpots Manor School	1.74 miles
West Hoathly, West Sussex, RH19 4PR
Balcombe CofE Controlled Primary School	2.06 miles
London Road, Balcombe, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6HS
West Hoathly CofE Primary School	2.50 miles
North Lane, West Hoathly, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4QG
Harlands Primary School	2.74 miles
Penland Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1PJ
Lindfield Primary Academy	2.79 miles
School Lane, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 2DX
St Giles CofE Primary School	2.82 miles
Church Lane, Horsted Keynes, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 7AY
Blackthorns Community Primary Academy	2.87 miles
3 Blackthorns Close, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 2UA
My Choice School-Ocean Pearl	2.96 miles
C/O My Choice Children`s Homes limited, Unit 3a Mill Green Business Estate, Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1XQ
My Choice School - Oak House	2.96 miles
C/O My Choice Children`s Homes limited, Unit 3a Mill Green Business Estate, Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, East Sussex, RH16 1XQ
My Choice School - Maple House	2.96 miles
C/O My Choice Children`s Homes Ltd, Unit 3a Mill Green Business Estate, Mill Green Road, Hayward`s Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1XQ
My Choice School Osprey House	2.96 miles
C/O My Choice Children`s Homes Ltd, Unit 3a Mill Green Business Estate, Mill Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1XQ
Oathall Community College	3.01 miles
Appledore Gardens, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 2AQ
Worth School	3.17 miles
Paddockhurst Road, Turners Hill, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 4SD
The Education Centre	3.20 miles
1-3 Barclay Court, Market Place, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1DB

Clinic
Scrivens Hearing Care At Cuckfield Medical Practice - Cuckfield	3.45 miles
Glebe Road, Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5BQ
The Kleinwort Centre	3.61 miles
Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4BE
Linwood	3.61 miles
Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4BE
Sussex Community Dermatology Service (Dolphins Surgery)	3.61 miles
Nightingale Primary Care Centre, Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4BN
Scrivens Hearing Care At Dolphins Practice - Haywards Heath	3.61 miles
Dolphins Surgery, Nightingale Primary Care Centre, Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4BN
Scrivens Hearing Care At Northlands Wood Practice - Haywards Heath	3.72 miles
7 Walnut Park, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3TG
Northlands Wood Practice	3.72 miles
7 Walnut Park, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3TG
Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care - Haywards Heath	3.72 miles
86 South Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4LA
Specsavers Hearcare - Wcs - Haywards Heath	3.74 miles
89 South Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4LQ
Hurstwood Park Neurosciences Centre	4.06 miles
Lewes Road,, Haywards Heath, RH16 4EX
Beechmont	4.06 miles
The Princess Royal Hospital, Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4EX
Larchwood Childrens Unit	4.06 miles
The Princess Royal Hospital, Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4EX
Haywards Heath OOH Base	4.06 miles
THE PRINCESS ROYAL HOSPITAL, LEWES ROAD, HAYWARDS HEATH, WEST SUSSEX,, RH16 4EX
Chalkhill	4.07 miles
Princess Royal Hospital, Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4NQ
Maidenbower Day Centre	4.79 miles
Harvest Road, Maidenbower, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 7RA
Centre For Sight Ltd (East Grinstead)	4.87 miles
Hazelden Place, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4RH

GP
Ouse Valley Practice	1.80 miles
Gilletts Surgery, Deanland Road, Balcombe, West Sussex, RH17 6PH
Health Centre @ West Hoathly	2.47 miles
St Dunstans Chapel, North Lane, West Hoathly, West Sussex, RH19 4QF
Lindfield Medical Centre	2.58 miles
The Medical Centre, High Street, Lindfield, West Sussex, RH16 2HX
Cuckfield Medical Practice	3.45 miles
Cuckfield Medical Practice, Glebe Road, Cuckfield, West Sussex, RH17 5BQ
Newtons Health Centre	3.46 miles
Newtons Practice, The Health Centre, Heath Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3BB
Dolphins Practice	3.61 miles
The Nightingale Primary Care Centre, Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4BN
Northlands Wood Surgery	3.72 miles
Northlands Wood Surgery, 7 Walnut Park, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3TG
Health Centre @ Turners Hill	3.82 miles
The Ark, The Ark, Mount Lane, Turners Hill, RH10 4RA
The Vale Surgery	4.34 miles
The Vale Surgery, Bolding Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4SY
Ouse Valley Practice	4.79 miles
Dumbledore Surgery, London Road, Handcross, West Sussex, RH17 6HB
Saxonbrook Medical Centre	4.81 miles
Saxonbrook Medical, Maidenbower Square, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 7QH
Health Centre At Bowers Place	5.04 miles
The Health Centre, Bowers Place, Crawley Down, West Sussex, RH10 4HY
The Glade Practice	5.32 miles
Furnace Green Surgery, 50 The Glade, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 6JN
Woodlands Surgery	5.51 miles
Woodlands Surgery, Tilgate Way, Tilgate, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 5BW
Pound Hill Surgery	5.56 miles
Pound Hill Medical Group, 1 Crawley Lane, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 7DX
Bridge Medical Centre	5.71 miles
Bridge Medical Centre, Wassand Close, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1LL

Hospital
Nuffield Health, Haywards Heath Hospital	2.96 miles
Burrell Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 1UD
Princess Royal Hospital	4.06 miles
Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4EX
Sussex Community Dermatology Service (Crawley Hospital)	6.55 miles
Outpatients `1` Department, West Green Drive, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 7DH
Crawley Hospital	6.55 miles
West Green Drive, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 7DH
Queen Victoria Hospital (East Grinstead)	7.00 miles
Holtye Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3DZ
Langley Green Hospital	7.07 miles
Martyrs Avenue, Crawley, RH11 7EJ
Spire Gatwick Park Hospital	9.08 miles
Povey Cross Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 0BB
Horsham Hospital	10.24 miles
Hurst Road, Horsham, RH12 2DR
Uckfield Community Hospital	10.31 miles
Uckfield Community Hospital, Fransfield Road, Uckfield, Sussex, TN22 5AW
Crowborough War Memorial Hospital	10.78 miles
Southview Road, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 1HG
Edenbridge War Memorial Hospital	11.86 miles
Edenbridge and District War Memorial Hospital, Mill Hill, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 5DA
East Surrey Hospital	12.05 miles
Canada Avenue, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 5RH
Burrswood Hospital	12.32 miles
Burrswood, Groombridge, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 9PY
Lewes Victoria Hospital	12.63 miles
Nevill Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1PE
Spire Tunbridge Wells Hospital	13.42 miles
Fordcombe Road, Fordcombe, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 0RD
Nuffield Health, Brighton Hospital	14.89 miles
Warren Road, Woodingdean, Brighton, BN2 6DX

Pharmacy
Abbott's Pharmacy	2.57 miles
83 High Street, Lindfield, RH16 2HN
Selbys Pharmacy	2.65 miles
33 High Street, Lindfield, West Sussex, RH16 2HJ
Sainsbury's Instore Pharmacy	3.10 miles
Market Place, Bannister Way, Haywards Heath, RH16 1DG
Boots	3.39 miles
38 America Lane, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3QB
Lloydspharmacy	3.49 miles
56-58 The Broadway, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3AL
Rowlands Pharmacy	3.61 miles
Nightingale P/care Centre, Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 4BN
Orchards Pharmacy	3.67 miles
18 Orchards Shopping Cntr, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3TH
Boots	3.74 miles
49-51 South Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 4LQ
Northlands Pharmacy	3.77 miles
38 Larch Way, Northlands Avenue, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3RT
Lloydspharmacy	3.78 miles
Heathfield House, High Street, Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5JU
Kamsons Pharmacy	4.34 miles
The Vale Primary Care Ctr, Bolding Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4SY
Boots	4.79 miles
7 Harvest Road, Maidenbower Square, Maidenbower, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 7RA
Crawley Down Pharmacy	4.89 miles
14 Old Station Close, Crawley Down, West Sussex, RH10 4TX
Williams Chemist	5.19 miles
8 Furnace Parade, Furnace Green, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 6NX
Lloydspharmacy	5.33 miles
9 Tilgate Parade, Tilgate, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 5EH
Kamsons Pharmacy	5.44 miles
4 Pound Hill Parade, Pound Hill, Crawley, RH10 7EA

Park
ARDINGLY RESERVOIR	0.83 miles
WAKEHURST PLACE (Grade II* Listed)	1.08 miles
STONEHURST (Grade II Listed)	1.44 miles
BORDE HILL (Grade II* Listed)	2.27 miles
EASTERN ROAD NATURE RESERVE	2.84 miles
GRAVETYE MANOR (Grade II* Listed)	3.11 miles
SCRASE VALLEY	3.11 miles
BLUNTS AND PAIGES WOOD	3.44 miles
THE HIGH BEECHES (Grade II* Listed)	3.98 miles
WEIRWOOD RESERVOIR	3.98 miles
ASHENGROUND AND BOLNORE WOODS	4.31 miles
HEASELANDS (Grade II Listed)	4.51 miles
NYMANS (Grade II* Listed)	4.59 miles
WORTH WAY	4.65 miles
TILGATE FOREST	4.77 miles
WYCH CROSS PLACE (Grade II* Listed)	4.89 miles

Groceries
Londis Cloughs	2.56 miles
27-31 Sunte Avenue Lindfield, Haywards Heath, RH16 2AB
Co-op Haywards Heath	2.64 miles
Lindfield, High Street, RH16 2HJ
Costcutter East Grinstead	2.67 miles
Top Road, East Grinstead, Sussex, RH19 4NU
Sainsbury's Haywards Heath	3.09 miles
Bannister Way, Haywards Heath, RH16 1DG
SPAR West Sussex	3.16 miles
54-56 Perrymount Road, West Sussex, RH16 3DT
M&S Haywards Heath	3.67 miles
Unit 1 The Orchards, Haywards Heath, RH16 3TH
Tesco Haywards Heath (Express)	3.69 miles
Orchards Shopping Centre, Hazelgrove Rd, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3PH
Tesco Haywards Heath (Express)	3.73 miles
Walnut Park, Northlands Avenue, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3TG
Co-op Haywards Heath	3.73 miles
Haywards Heath, RH16 4LQ
Iceland Haywards Heath	3.75 miles
Haywards Road, Haywards Heath, Sussex, RH16 4HT
Co-op Haywards Heath	3.81 miles
Cuckfield, RH17 5JU
Co-op Haywards Heath	3.81 miles
Whitemans Green, Cuckfield, RH17 5BY
Co-op Haywards Heath	3.92 miles
Haywards Heath Franklyn Rd, RH16 4DN
Sainsbury's Hhth Wivlsfld Rd Local	4.08 miles
25 Wivelsfield Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 4EF
Co-op Haywards Heath	4.29 miles
Haywards Heath, RH16 4GH
SPAR Scaynes Hill	4.42 miles
Spar Store, Lewes Road, West Sussex, RH17 7NX

Airport
London Gatwick Airport South Terminal	8.00 miles
London Gatwick Airport	8.01 miles
London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	8.57 miles
Shoreham Brighton City Airport	17.34 miles
Biggin Hill Airport	20.25 miles
London City Airport	31.97 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	32.27 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 2	32.91 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 1	33.11 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 3	33.13 miles
London Heathrow Airport	33.25 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	33.80 miles

Bus Stop
Holmans (SW)	0.28 miles
Price Way (NE)	0.42 miles
Cob Lane (N)	0.48 miles
Hett Close (N)	0.48 miles
Cob Lane (S)	0.49 miles
Hett Close (S)	0.49 miles
Hapstead Hall (N)	0.52 miles
College Lane (NE)	0.52 miles
Alderwood Cottages (S)	0.53 miles
College Lane (SW)	0.53 miles
Alderwood Cottages (NW)	0.55 miles
Hapstead Hall (SE)	0.56 miles
Ardingly College (NE)	0.62 miles
Ardingly College (SW)	0.62 miles
Gardeners Arms (S)	0.69 miles
Gardeners Arms (N)	0.71 miles

Ferry Port
Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal	19.02 miles
Ditton Island Ferry Landing	25.88 miles
Kingston Town End Pier	26.31 miles
Kingston Turks Pier	26.75 miles
Hampton Court Pier	26.76 miles
Moulsey - Hurst Park Ferry Landing	27.62 miles
Hampton Ferry Landing	27.67 miles
Weybridge Ferry Landing	27.87 miles
Shepperton Ferry Landing	27.94 miles
Wandsworth Riverside Quarter Pier	28.90 miles
Richmond - Ham House Ferry Landing	29.04 miles
Twickenham Hammertons Pier	29.11 miles
Putney Pier	29.32 miles
Chelsea Harbour Pier	29.56 miles
Richmond Landing Stage	29.64 miles
Richmond St. Helena Pier	29.77 miles

Railway Station
Balcombe Rail Station	2.06 miles
Haywards Heath Rail Station	3.13 miles
Three Bridges Rail Station	5.55 miles
Crawley Rail Station	6.00 miles
Wivelsfield Rail Station	6.07 miles
East Grinstead Rail Station	6.13 miles
Burgess Hill Rail Station	6.85 miles
Ifield Rail Station	7.05 miles
Gatwick Airport Rail Station	7.97 miles
Faygate Rail Station	8.14 miles
Dormans Rail Station	8.21 miles
Plumpton Rail Station	8.49 miles
Horley Rail Station	8.76 miles
Hassocks Rail Station	9.00 miles
Lingfield Rail Station	9.45 miles
Littlehaven Rail Station	9.67 miles

Flood Risk Per Year (RH17 6U*)
Number of Properties in Catchment	302
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)	0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)	0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)	0
High Risk (>3.3%)	0

ROSE COTTAGE, CHURCH LANE ARDINGLY HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6UP	£839,500 2024-08-09 detached freehold
Sold 2004-03-26	£450,000
KITFIELD COTTAGE, CHURCH LANE ARDINGLY HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6UP	£1,603,500 2023-10-31 detached freehold
Sold 1998-01-23	£372,150
FOREST RIDGE (NORTH LODGE), PADDOCKHURST LANE BALCOMBE HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6QZ	£935,000 2023-01-05 otherPropertyType freehold
LULLINGS COTTAGE, WEST HILL BALCOMBE HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6QY	£800,000 2021-03-29 otherPropertyType freehold
OLD LULLINGS, WEST HILL BALCOMBE HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6QY	£3,950,000 2020-06-19 otherPropertyType freehold
CLAMP COTTAGE, PADDOCKHURST LANE BALCOMBE HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6QZ	£450,000 2019-08-30 detached freehold
FOREST RIDGE (SOUTH LODGE), PADDOCKHURST LANE BALCOMBE HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6QZ	£1,200,000 2018-01-19 detached freehold
Sold 1995-12-01	£240,000
THE CART LODGE, PADDOCKHURST LANE BALCOMBE HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6QZ	£375,000 2012-05-03 detached freehold
FOREST FARM HOUSE, PADDOCKHURST LANE BALCOMBE HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6QZ	£650,000 2012-05-03 detached freehold
Sold 2012-05-03	£850,000
SOUTH OAKS, PADDOCKHURST LANE BALCOMBE HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6QZ	£1,550,000 2011-04-04 detached freehold
OLD KNOWLES COTTAGE, CHURCH LANE ARDINGLY HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6UP	£400,000 2002-02-26 detached freehold
Sold 1995-08-04	£220,000
BARNFIELD, BALCOMBE LANE ARDINGLY HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6UW	£650,000 2000-09-19 detached freehold
LICHENS, CHURCH LANE ARDINGLY HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6UP	£168,000 1998-06-30 detached freehold
LUNCE GATE, PADDOCKHURST LANE BALCOMBE HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX RH17 6QZ	£197,750 1996-09-20 detached freehold
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