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Things to see in Haywards Heath (United Kingdom): 35 places and when to go
Haywards Heath is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 35 places in and around it, mainly Nature (8), Food and drink (8), Temples (7). The best known are Ouse Valley Viaduct, Wakehurst and Saint Hill Manor. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 42. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 51.0204, -0.0984
- Places
- 35 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (8) · Food and drink (8) · Temples (7) · Wildlife (5) · History (4) · Museums and art (4)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- LGW London, 16 km as the crow flies
What to see in Haywards Heath
The places in and around Haywards Heath, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Ouse Valley ViaductViaduct carrying the London-Brighton Railway Line over the River Ouse in Sussex, England, UK2.0 km
- WakehurstHouse and botanic gardens in Ardingly, West Sussex, England, UK4.8 km
- Saint Hill ManorCountry house in Saint Hill Green, East Grinstead, West Sussex, England, UK11 km
- Borde Hill GardenBotanical garden in England1.4 km
- Gravetye ManorManor house, restaurant and gardens in West Hoathly, West Sussex, England, UK8.2 km
- NymansEnglish garden to the south of the village of Handcross, and in the civil parish of Slaugham in West Sussex, England, UK7.6 km
- St Margaret's Church, West HoathlyChurch in Mid Sussex, England, UK6.9 km
- Jireh Chapel, Haywards HeathPlace of worship in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, England3.0 km
- Our Lady and St Peter's Church, East GrinsteadChurch building in East Grinstead, Mid Sussex, England, UK13 km
- Friary Church of St Francis and St Anthony, CrawleyChurch in Crawley, West Sussex, England, UK12 km
- St Richard's Church, Haywards HeathGrade II listed church in Haywards Heath, Mid Sussex, West Sussex, England, UK1.6 km
- Vanguard WayLong distance trail from Croydon in outer London to Newhaven, the south coast of England12 km
- Worth AbbeyUK charitable organization8.2 km
- East Grinstead MuseumLocal history museum in East Grinstead, England, United Kingdom13 km
- St Swithun's Church, East GrinsteadChurch in East Grinstead, Mid Sussex, England, UK13 km
- The Priest House, West HoathlyHistorical house and museum in Sussex, England, United Kingdom6.8 km
- StandenGrade I listed historic house museum in Mid Sussex, England, UK11 km
- Stone Farm RocksCliff9.7 km
- Tilgate Nature CentreSmall BIAZA-accredited zoo10 km
- Wings MuseumAviation museum in Balcombe, West Sussex6.6 km
- 360° Brewing CompanyBrewery7.3 km
- Abyss BrewingBrewery19 km
- Booker's VineyardWinery8.4 km
- Buchan Country ParkProtected area12 km
And the other 11, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Church Covert, Gravetye Estate, Loder Valley Nature Reserve
- Food and drink: Flying Trunk Brewery, Highweald Wine Estate, Missing Link Brewery, Sugrue South Downs, Tickerage
- Hiking: Sussex Border Path, Sussex Diamond Way
- Stargazing: University of Sussex Community Observatory
When to go to Haywards Heath
The best time to visit Haywards Heath is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:10
- FebPossible9:44
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:35
- MayBest time15:19
- JunBest time16:17
- JulBest time15:53
- AugBest time14:21
- SepBest time12:22
- OctPossible10:24
- NovBetter not8:37
- DecPossible7:42
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 42. In April, 34 of the 35 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Haywards Heath
The nearest main airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW, London), 16 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Haywards Heath?
The best known: Ouse Valley Viaduct, Wakehurst, Saint Hill Manor, Borde Hill Garden, Gravetye Manor. In all, 35 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Haywards Heath?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 42.
How do you get to Haywards Heath?
The nearest main airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 16 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Haywards Heath as the destination and these 35 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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