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Worth
ℹ️Practical info — Worth
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
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💡 Tips
- St Nicholas Church is one of the finest Anglo-Saxon churches in England; don't miss the impressive stone arches inside.
- Parking around the church is very limited; please respect local residential driveways when finding a spot.
- Bring walking boots for the Worth Way, a shared-use trail on a disused railway line that is first-rate for trips to East Grinstead.
- The village is highly residential and tranquil; for extensive dining or shopping options, you will need to head into nearby Crawley.
🍽 Food
Enjoy scones and tea at a traditional country house or hotel in the surrounding area.
Find a traditional Sussex pint in a village pub situated along the Worth Way.
Book ahead for a hearty roast at a countryside inn nearby.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Look for local farm stalls on the rural outskirts offering fresh Sussex agricultural produce.
Head into the neighboring town for full high-street retail options and shopping malls.
Miles of tranquil, tree-lined former railway track excellent for undisturbed walking or cycling.
A serene and ancient spot steeped in English history.
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Worth is a historic village and civil parish in the Mid Sussex district of West Sussex, England. The village is most notable for its magnificent parish church, St Nicholas, which is one of the oldest and best-preserved Anglo-Saxon churches in England, with parts dating back to the 10th century. Geographically, Worth is situated on the edge of the High Weald, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty characterized by ancient woodland and rolling hills. The history of the village stretches back before the Norman Conquest and it is recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. Architecturally, the village features a blend of medieval masonry and traditional timber-framed Sussex cottages. Historically, the local economy thrived on the Wealden iron industry and forestry, but today it is primarily a residential area for commuters to London and nearby Crawley. Demographically, Worth has a professional and affluent population that values its rural setting. Despite its proximity to Gatwick Airport, the village maintains a tranquil atmosphere and a strong sense of historical identity. It remains a key site for architectural historians and those looking to explore the roots of English village life.
- Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
- Top sights: St Nicholas' Church · Worth Park · Worth Way
- Nearby: Ifield (4 km)
- Population: ~9.888
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 5 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
| Rain mm | 78 | 62 | 54 | 43 | 52 | 52 | 58 | 66 | 47 | 82 | 86 | 84 |
Geography
Facts
- 10th-century church
- Recorded in Domesday Book
- High Weald region
- Mid Sussex district
- Near Gatwick Airport
- Wooded surroundings
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