Beyond Brighton
East Grinstead
The town that does not stare
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About East Grinstead
East Grinstead is a medieval market town about 20 minutes from Gatwick, where East and West Sussex meet Surrey and Kent. Its High Street of timber-framed Tudor and medieval buildings is a conservation area, with Sackville College, St Swithun’s Church and the statue of Sir Archibald McIndoe.
Why it's on our list
- Historic High Street
- Guinea Pig Club
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with East Grinstead before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from East Grinstead are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Airports
- Gatwick Airport7.5 miCar or taxi 37 min