Discover Heathfield, East Sussex

High Street in Heathfield, East Sussex, England: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:High_Street,_Heathfield,_East_Sussex.jpg
Author: Oast House Archive


Heathfield is a small town in the district of Wealden, in East Sussex, England. It is about midway between Tunbridge Wells and Eastbourne, being about 26 km (16 mi) from each.

The town of Heathfield dates back hundreds of years. The original village is now called Old Heathfield, and is part of the present town. Heathfield received its market charter in 1316 from King Edward II. In the 16th century it prospered from iron.

Visiting Heathfield

Take the A21 road from London until interchange with the A26 road. Continue south on the A26 road until Royal Tunbridge Wells. Continue south on the A267 road until you reach Heathfield.

Places of Interest in Heathfield