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Henry Adams Billingshurst Estate Agents sits in a prime position on the High Street and covers the surrounding West Sussex hamlets. Whether you're looking for a home ideal for family living or a countryside retreat, Billingshurst and the surrounding areas could be a perfect choice for your next move.
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Billingshurst and the surrounding areaBillingshurst is located in the heart of West Sussex's area known as The Weald offers a pleasant alternative to urban living in a charming rural village full of architectural and historical interest. The village which extends outwards from the Roman Road known as Stane Street where there are a variety of stunning properties, makes this a picturesque location to reside.
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Village Life. Close to Billingshurst are the rural villages and hamlets of Loxwood, Ifold and Wisborough Green, all of which are close enough to be within easy reach of Billingshurst yet tucked away enough to feel like a rural haven.
Loxwood is a thriving rural community set in a corner of the Weald of Sussex near the Surrey border. This pretty idyllic West Sussex village enjoys a fine parish church, Loxwood Sports and Social club, primary school and the Onslow Arms public house. Open countryside is in abundance with many homes enjoying fine views over rolling fields and farmland.
Ifold neighbours Loxwood and historically the name 'Ifold' comes from the Olde English word meaning 'well watered farm' which gives a clue to its beautiful setting. This peaceful estate lies amidst open countryside, adjacent to Chiddingfold Forest. The pleasing mix of modern and older homes sit within their own secluded gardens being ideal for those who wish to live in their own piece of rural Sussex.
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Bars and Restaurants. Billingshurst offers something for everyone with its superb variety of eateries such as world cuisines, a great fish & chip shop, along with several public houses, some of which regularly feature live music, quiz nights and charity events.
Shopping. Shops and amenities cater for every day needs and include a library, hairdressers, barbers, a supermarket, butchers, bakers, coffee shops and more. There are also some interesting boutiques and a mobile fishmonger who sets up in the library car park every Thursday morning providing fresh locally caught fish. On the outskirts of the village is The Mole Country Store which offers a comprehensive range of equestrian clothing, pet/animal feed and a variety of plants, gardening equipment, DIY goods and tools.
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Recreation. Billingshurst Centre is a fantastic community hub hosting local activities for all age groups and entertaining film nights that provide an excellent meeting point for socialising. Additionally the leisure centre with its swimming pool and gym cater for those who enjoy health and fitness activities as well as a great tennis club . Billingshurst is surrounded by countryside and with its popular Jubilee Fields Park there is plenty of scope for dog walking, horse riding, cycling and many other outdoor interests. -
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Local events. Annual events are to be enjoyed in the village which include the spectacular not-to-be missed firework display , the Billifest family day with emphasis firmly placed upon Christmas, Billibiz which is a sociable networking group get together and self-promote their business in the village hall, the Billingshurst Carnival and the mouth-watering food markets from around Europe which are set up in the Jengers Mead precinct. -
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Family Fun. For those with children there are no shortage of fun things to do and see at nearby Fishers Farm Park , Wisborough Green and the Wey and Arun Canal in Loxwood. Further afield is The Weald and Downland Open Air museum located in Singleton, The Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre near Storrington, Arundel with its stunning Castle (where you can see a real dungeon!), Arundel Wetlands Centre and a brilliant mini golf course. -
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Schools in Billingshurst. The schools within the village benefit from outstanding Ofsted reports and include the Billingshurst Primary School where the all-important summer fetes are held and The Weald Secondary school with its excellent sixth form centre and adult education department covering a variety of subjects. If further education is sought, Chichester College at Brinsbury lies approximately 2.5 miles away offering a comprehensive range of courses. -
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Travel Links. Billingshurst has its own mainline railway station with services to London Victoria, Gatwick Airport and South Coast connections. There are also good road links for Gatwick Airport (approximately 22 miles) and London (approximately 46 miles) and to the South Coast via the A29.
Travel InformationBillingshurst to:
- (train) London Waterloo: 1hr 26m
- (train) Gatwick Airport: 38m
- (car) Central London: 1hr 21m
- (car) Gatwick Airport: 31m
- (car) Horsham: 14m
All times are approximate.
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