natural wonder
Devil’s Dyke
The longest, deepest and widest dry valley in Britain, on the South Downs escarpment above Brighton.
8 km · about 15 min drive
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Steyning
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Steyning
Steyning works well as a base: 10 minutes from Ashurst, 8km from Devil’s Dyke.
Steyning is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 9,627, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Steyning 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 Steyning to your route.
About Steyning
Steyning ( STEN-ing) is a town and civil parish in the Horsham district of West Sussex, England. It is located at the north end of the River Adur gap in the South Downs, four miles (six kilometres) north of the coastal town of Shoreham-by-Sea.
The smaller villages of Bramber and Upper Beeding constitute, withRead more
Steyning, a built-up area at this crossing-point of the river.
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Steyning is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.8874 latitude, -0.3279 longitude.
What is the population of Steyning?
Steyning has a population of approximately 9,627 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 9,627
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 50.8874, -0.3279
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
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 Steyning
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.
15 km · about 30 min drive
castle
Arundel Castle
The restored Norman seat of the Dukes of Norfolk, dominating the Arun valley alongside a French Gothic cathedral.
16 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Caterham Cars
Home of the legendary Caterham Seven where visitors can see lightweight sports cars assembled and even build their own.
29 km · about 35 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.
29 km · about 35 min drive
historic highway
Goodwood Festival of Speed
The 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.
29 km · about 35 min drive
racetrack
Goodwood Motor Circuit
Historic circuit famous for the Revival and Festival of Speed, offering member track days on the original 1948 layout.
30 km · about 35 min drive
film location
Goodwood Motor Circuit (Ford v Ferrari and period racing)
The 1948 circuit used for period motorsport filming and the Goodwood Revival; the surrounding Sussex Downs lanes are excellent driving.
30 km · about 35 min drive
Driving roads near Steyning
- 29 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.
- 32 kmLeith HillThe highest point in south-east England at 294 m, its 18th-century tower taking visitors just above the 1,000-foot mark.
- 36 kmCuckmere HavenA meandering river valley meeting the sea beneath the Seven Sisters, giving the classic view of the cliffs and coastguard cottages.
- 40 kmBox HillA steep chalk escarpment above the Mole valley, the Zig Zag Road on its flank made famous by the 2012 Olympic road race.
- 44 kmBeachy HeadThe highest chalk sea cliff in Britain at 162 m, with a red-and-white lighthouse standing on the shore below.
- 62 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
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