An insiders guide to Mid Sussex

Haywards Heath is known as the heart of Mid Sussex and has always been immensely popular with commuters to London, Gatwick Airport and Brighton. The town boasts 48 listed buildings dating back to the 16th Century. Haywards Heath train station was originally built to service the villages of Lindfield and Cuckfield as the local councils would not provide a station each. The area grew and now Haywards Heath is a substantial sized town. The Leaders Haywards Heath Office is situated on the hustle and bustle of The Broadway where many popular restaurants, bars and cafes are located. Along with commuters, Mid Sussex also attracts many families in their droves due to the reputations of the local schools.

Entertainment

Haywards Heath is surrounded by the beautiful Sussex countryside and many National Trust Gardens including Borde Hill, Nymans and the Ardingly Reservoir. You can also take a tour of local vineyards and maybe sample some of their produce! During the year the usually quiet village of Ardingly turns to a lively place due to the well publicized and poplar South of England Show - not to be missed. Claire Hall located close to Haywards Heath train station also presents a varied selection of plays and events on a regular basis. There are also a wealth of family attractions and facilities in this thriving town including the Bluebell Railway Line, Beach Hurst Gardens with its miniature railway and Victoria Park with its regular outdoor concerts: Katherine Jenkins is a regular attraction. During many of the Bank Holidays through out the year The Broadway becomes host to open air concerts and festivals becoming a pedestrian only area and a street party to be experienced.

Restaurants

Haywards Heath offers a wide selection of Resturants catering to all tastes and budgets: from fine dinning at Jeremys Restaurant in Borde Hill Gardens to Italian alfresco dinning at Prezzo or Zizzi. There really is something for whatever your taste buds fancy!