Crowborough Area Guide

Located on the edge of Ashdown Forest and within easy reach of Tunbridge Wells, Crowborough is a picturesque country town that boasts excellent transport links. Property in Crowborough benefits from an abundance of green space, ensuring it’s perfectly suited to families who enjoy countryside walks, sports and the great outdoors.

WELCOME TO CROWBOROUGH

Crowborough enjoys a fantastic location on the Kent-Sussex border, allowing for quick access to bustling Tunbridge Wells and ensuring you’re not too far from the coast or capital. With a range of local community groups, including the Crowborough Rugby, Golf and Tennis clubs, there’s also plenty to keep you busy.

CROWBOROUGH IS PERFECT FOR FAMILIES

Families looking to buy property in Crowborough will be pleased to hear that the local area boasts several excellent schools. These include Ashdown Primary School, Sir Henry Fermor CofE and St Mary’s Roman Catholic - all of which provide primary education. For older kids, Beacon Academy is a fantastic choice.

GETTING AROUND IN CROWBOROUGH

Situated on the A26, Crowborough boasts excellent transport links. Central London is approximately two hours away by car, while Brighton can be reached within an hour. Crowborough also has its own station, which operates a regular service to London. This journey takes just under an hour.

A SHORT HISTORY OF CROWBOROUGH

Throughout the town’s history, several derivations of its name have been recorded. These include Crohbergh, Crowbergh, Croweborowghe, Crowbarrow and Crowboro. The name is thought to refer to the yellow flowers that grew on Crowborough Hill. The town grew significantly with the arrival of the railway in 1868 and was marketed as a health resort in the 19th century due to its relatively high altitude.

THE HIGHEST POINT AND FAMOUS RESIDENTS

Crowborough is the second-highest point in East Sussex, topped only by Ditchling Beacon. It's situated on the edge of Ashdown Forest, where A.A. Milne set the Winnie the Pooh adventures and is home to several famous faces, including Ross Kemp, Tom Baker and Kerry Katona.

SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENT IN CROWBOROUGH

Property in Crowborough benefits from excellent shopping facilities, including a Tesco superstore, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Lidl and Morrisons. Several restaurants, such as Donna Maria, The Boar's Head, The White Hart and the Blue Anchor, serve up delicious food, while the town also boasts several traditional pubs. The Brew Box is an independent coffee shop that's popular with residents.