Description
Located in a pleasant rural area of Wivelsfield, we are creating a delightful environment for people of all ages to enjoy.
Green corridors are to be created throughout the site to provide an enriched ecological environment, along with the planting of native thicket including fruit and nut-bearing species to promote wildlife.
The homes will be set within a quiet cul-de-sac bordered by picturesque open countryside, and the carefully planned development will also retain a selection of mature trees and green open space for the new residents to enjoy.
About the area
The village of Wivelsfield is bordered by Burgess Hill to the west and Chailey to the east. It’s a rural location but with easy access to modern day entertainment and amenities, within Burgess Hill itself and also in Haywards Heath.
The village has a community hall used by local clubs and societies, a recreation ground with sports facilities, a pub, a new primary school, Wivelsfield railway station and the Little Theatre drama and social club.
Specification
This new development of just fifty four 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes and apartments is designed to appeal to a very broad audience – everyone from first time buyers to older downsizers, from young professionals to growing families.
Wivelsfield is a uniquely appealing rural location on the edge of the vibrant and expanding town of Burgess Hill. It’s surrounded by pretty villages and has good road access to Brighton and the rest of the South Coast.
Leisure facilities
For leisure and days out, a host of attractions is located just a short distance from the new development – the south coast is an easy drive away for days out at the beach, while stretching from the South Downs to the Surrey border is pretty countryside dotted with historic houses, famous gardens and lovely villages.
Your precious leisure time will be well taken care of when you make your home at Gainsborough Place. In the village itself there’s a recreation ground with a children’s play area plus facilities for cricket, football and stoolball – the forerunner of cricket. The village hall plays host to craft fairs and local club meetings, as well as the Wivelsfield Little Theatre which puts on performances, organises trips, and holds social events such as quiz nights and barbecues.
The surrounding countryside is ripe for exploring, on foot, bicycle or even on horseback. Just 10 miles to the South are the seaside delights and quirky shops, cafes and bars of Brighton for a truly memorable day out. Burgess Hill Golf Centre will provide you with some excellent golf, and at Olympos in Burgess Hill you’ll find well equipped sports facilities, the Inca Health & Fitness Club and Aztec Waters.
Local shopping
Good shops are provided in Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath. Burgess Hill has two shopping centres, The Market Place and The Martlets, with other shopping opportunities located throughout the centre, including several supermarkets such as Tesco, Co-Op, Waitrose, Lidl and Iceland.
3 miles away in Haywards Heath The Orchards precinct houses independent shops as well as chain stores such as Marks & Spencer, Next and New Look. Many more shops can be found in Sussex Road and The Broadway, where there are also a good many restaurants, and in Commercial Square where there is a Sainsbury’s Superstore.
Schools and education
There are excellent schools for all ages in the Wivelsfield area including numerous primary schools, secondary schools, a community college and several independent schools. There is also a pre-school within a mile of the development. The well regarded University of Sussex resides at Brighton.
Nearest schools:
- Manor Field Primary School (0.4 miles)
- Wivelsfield Primary School (0.8 miles)
- Sheddingdean Community Primary School (0.9 miles)
Transport links
Gainsborough Place is ideally placed for commuters, with the new homes located less than a mile from Wivelsfield railway station, which offers regular services to central London in under an hour, and to Brighton in only 20 minutes.
Crawley and the M23 are 16 miles away, putting the M25 within easy reach, while Gatwick Airport is just 23 miles from the development.
Travelling to and from Gainsborough Place, whether commuting or for pleasure, is facilitated by excellent road and rail communications. It’s only about a mile and a half into the centre of Burgess Hill and 3 miles to Haywards Heath. London is 37 miles away and can be reached via the A23 from Burgess Hill, or by train from the station 2 miles from Wivelsfield. Services from here run to Haywards Heath, Brighton 10 miles away, Lewes, Eastbourne, Bedford via London, London Victoria and London Bridge (50 minutes). The nearest airport is Gatwick.
Nearest stations:
Wivelsfield
(0.5 miles)
Burgess Hill
(1.3 miles)
Haywards Heath
(2.5 miles)
Health facilities
There are numerous doctors, dentists and other medical practitioners in the immediate area. The Meadows Surgery is one of many providing NHS General Practitioner treatment. The nearest General Hospital is the Princess Royal at Haywards Heath. Accident & Emergency services are provided by the Royal Sussex County Hospital.
Driving directions
From Brighton
From the A23 branch left and merge onto the A273 (signposted Hassocks, Burgess Hill.) At next roundabout take 3rd exit onto London Road B2036 (signposted Town Centre, Ditchling Common) and continue on the B2036 through the next two roundabouts. Upon reaching the mini-roundabout turn right onto Leylands Road, bear left onto Valebridge Road.
Turn off Valebridge Road onto Valebridge Drive then left onto Chichester Way. Turn right onto Charlwood Road. Turn left onto Downscroft and the development is on the right hand side.
From Crawley
Leave the A23 Southbound onto the A2300 (signposted Burgess Hill). At roundabout continue on the A2300 and at the next roundabout take 1st exit onto the A273. Take 1st exit at the roundabout onto the A273 (signposted Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath). At next roundabout take 3rd exit onto London Road B2036 (signposted Town Centre). Turn left onto Mape Drive then right onto Bramber Way before turning right onto Petworth Drive. Turn left onto Leylands Road, bear left onto Valebridge Road. Turn off Valebridge Road onto Valebridge Drive then left onto Chichester Way. Turn right onto Charlwood Road. Turn left onto Downscroft and the development is on the right hand side.
Sat Nav: RH15 0UF
Opening hours
| Monday | 10:30 - 17:30 |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:30 - 17:30 |
| Friday | 10:30 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 10:30 - 17:30 |
| Sunday | 10:30 - 17:30 |
Book an appointment to visit this development online at www.taylorwimpey.co.uk
Call directly
Tel: 01444 318978
Site plan
About Taylor Wimpey
Taylor Wimpey Plc
Taylor Wimpey develops land into places that people want to call home by creating new and sustainable communities and enhancing local and existing neighbourhoods. We work hard to provide our customers with a stress-free, high quality service whilst focusing on design and build quality. We create places where people aspire to live, work and play.
Our 23 regional businesses in the UK give our operations significant scale and truly national geographic coverage. Each business builds a range of products, from one bedroom apartments and starter homes to large detached family homes.
