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Haywards Heath

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Haywards Heath

Haywards Heath is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Wivelsfield Green, 33km from Seven Sisters Cliffs.

Haywards Heath is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 33,845, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Haywards Heath sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Haywards Heath to your route.

About Haywards Heath

Haywards Heath ( HAY-wərdz HEETH) is a town in West Sussex, England, 36 miles (58 km) south of London, 14 miles (23 km) north of Brighton, 13 miles (21 km) south of Gatwick Airport and 31 miles (50 km) northeast of the county town, Chichester. Nearby towns include Burgess Hill to the southwest, Horsham to the

Read more northwest, Crawley northwest and East Grinstead northeast. With a decently small number of jobs available in the immediate vicinity, mostly in the agricultural or service sector, residents work remotely or commute daily via road or rail to London, Brighton, Crawley or Gatwick Airport.

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Haywards Heath offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Haywards Heath located?

Haywards Heath is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.9977 latitude, -0.1031 longitude.

What is the population of Haywards Heath?

Haywards Heath has a population of approximately 33,845 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
33,845
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.9977, -0.1031

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Haywards Heath

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Caterham Cars

Home of the legendary Caterham Seven where visitors can see lightweight sports cars assembled and even build their own.

15 km · about 25 min drive

beach

Brighton Beach

A famous pebble beach on England's south coast known for its Victorian pier, vibrant arts scene, and seaside charm.

20 km · about 25 min drive

castle

Hever Castle

Romantic 13th-century double-moated castle that was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, set within award-winning gardens and a 38-acre lake.

26 km · about 30 min drive

cafe

Box Hill National Trust Cafe

The hilltop cafe at the summit of Box Hill offering sweeping views across the Surrey Hills, a classic destination for drivers and cyclists alike.

32 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Seven Sisters Cliffs

A series of dramatic undulating chalk cliffs along the East Sussex coast, considered one of England's finest coastal landscapes.

33 km · about 40 min drive

cafe

Rykas Cafe

Iconic biker and cyclist cafe at the foot of Box Hill in Surrey, a must-stop gathering point on one of England's most famous riding roads.

33 km · about 40 min drive

cafe

David's Cafe at Box Hill

A popular roadside cafe at the base of the Box Hill zig-zag road, serving as the unofficial meeting point for the Surrey biker community.

33 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Dunsfold Aerodrome (Top Gear Test Track)

The famous airfield test track used by BBC Top Gear for its power laps and celebrity challenges.

33 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Haywards Heath

  • 47 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
  • 47 kmGoodwood Festival of SpeedThe hillclimb course on the Goodwood estate driveway where Formula One cars, prewar Grand Prix machinery and rally legends run flat out past a country house each summer. The 1.16-mile course is estate road year-round.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Haywards Heath.

South Nutfield

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 1,920

Cuckfield

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 3,500

Wivelsfield Green

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 1,091

Burgess Hill

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 30,635

Ardingly

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 1,250

Horsted Keynes

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 1,180

Balcombe

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 1,424

Plumpton Green

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 1,123

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