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South Chailey

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About South Chailey

South Chailey works well as a base: 10 minutes from Wivelsfield Green, 24km from Seven Sisters Cliffs.

South Chailey is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,021, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, South Chailey 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 South Chailey to your route.

About South Chailey

Chailey Secondary School opened in April 1958, is a comprehensive secondary school located in the village of South Chailey, Chailey, just outside Lewes in East Sussex, UK. Chailey School was awarded specialist Language College Status in July 2002. In the year 2007, the school was also awarded Humanities College

Read more status. The school also provides adult classes in French, Italian, and Spanish. It does not have a sixth form. In recent years the school has been substantially rebuilt, with little of the old buildings remaining. In 2007 at least 99% of students acquired one GCSE at grades A*–G and in 2009, 82% of students achieved 5 or more A*–C grades with 72% achieving 5 or more including English and maths. The school academic program spans a range of disciplines including arts, sciences or humanities. The current head teacher is Paul Holt. In 2008 it celebrated its 50th anniversary since opening as a secondary modern in 1958. On 6 June 2008, The Duchess of Gloucester visited the school to attend a citizenship ceremony, the first of its kind to be held in a school with students present. This was to coincide with the school's 50th anniversary.

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South Chailey 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 South Chailey located?

South Chailey is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.9383 latitude, -0.0210 longitude.

What is the population of South Chailey?

South Chailey has a population of approximately 1,021 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
1,021
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.9383, -0.0210

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 South Chailey

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

beach

Brighton Beach

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

16 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Caterham Cars

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

23 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.

24 km · about 30 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.

29 km · about 35 min drive

castle

Bodiam Castle

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

40 km · about 45 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.

41 km · about 50 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.

41 km · about 45 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.

41 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near South Chailey

  • 51 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.
  • 54 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.

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 South Chailey.

Plumpton Green

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 1,123

Wivelsfield Green

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4 km awayPop. 1,091

Newick

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5 km awayPop. 3,726

Ditchling

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 1,476

Ringmer

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 3,165

Lewes

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 17,297

Burgess Hill

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 30,635

Haywards Heath

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9 km awayPop. 33,845

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