Forest Row East Sussex Map

About Forest Row

Forest Row unfolds its character in the Sussex Weald, a place where the land breathes deep. It lies 4.3 km south-east of East Grinstead (from East Grinstead: bearing 135°T, OS grid TQ 425 350), and is situated south-south-east of Ashurst Wood village. The village's main thoroughfare, a ribbon of life, catches the sun in a way that seems to hold ancient light, a constant hum of passing cars and purposeful footsteps. Historically, Forest Row grew around trade and travel, its inns and shops serving those journeying through the dense, ancient woodlands that once dominated this landscape. The air here often carries the scent of damp earth and distant pine, a reminder of the wilder country that still presses in at its edges. A particular charm lies in the varied architecture, from sturdy Victorian brick to more modern, clean-lined structures, all contributing to the village's quiet but persistent identity.

About This Forest Row Map Page

Explore Forest Row, East Sussex, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.096916, 0.035089. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.