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Herstmonceux

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Herstmonceux

Herstmonceux is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Hailsham, 20km from Seven Sisters Cliffs.

Herstmonceux is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,130, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Herstmonceux 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 Herstmonceux to your route.

About Herstmonceux

Herstmonceux ( HURSS-mən-ZOO, -⁠SOO, or horss-MOWN-seez) is a village and civil parish in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England, which includes Herstmonceux Castle. In 2011 the parish had a population of 2613. The Herstmonceux Medieval Festival is held annually in August.

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Herstmonceux is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.8896 latitude, 0.3229 longitude.

What is the population of Herstmonceux?

Herstmonceux has a population of approximately 1,130 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
1,130
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.8896, 0.3229

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 Herstmonceux

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

castle

Bodiam Castle

A 14th-century moated castle in East Sussex, renowned for its picturesque setting and well-preserved exterior.

20 km · about 25 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.

20 km · about 25 min drive

photogenic

Mermaid Street, Rye

Cobbled hill of half-timbered houses in the ancient Cinque Port of Rye, crowned by the 15th-century Mermaid Inn with its smuggling-era cellars. Houses carry names like 'The House with Two Front Doors'.

29 km · about 35 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.

33 km · about 40 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.

36 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Caterham Cars

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

44 km · about 50 min drive

castle

Leeds Castle

A castle on islands in a lake formed by the River Len in Kent, often called the loveliest castle in the world.

45 km · about 50 min drive

racetrack

Brands Hatch Circuit

Legendary undulating British racing circuit in Kent hosting major motorsport events and offering car racing experiences.

52 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Herstmonceux

  • 62 kmChannel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
  • 65 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.
  • 74 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

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