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Things To DoFor the more energetic there are delightful walks in the surrounding forest. For the less so, there are numerous fires in the house to gather around, to enjoy a book, good conversation or even a snooze! Winnie the Pooh fans will find Pooh Bridge only fifteen minutes away by car. For those who enjoy Steam Rail, the Bluebell railway is located at the end of our road! – a 30 minute walk. As its name suggests there are swathes of Bluebells that can be seen from the carriages in the spring. William Robinson used to throw the bulbs out of the carriage windows to encourage this wonderful view. www.bluebell-railway.co.uk/ The area also boasts some fine game shooting in the Winter
...At Gravetye
FishingGravetye boasts a beautiful 3 acre lake for fly fishing, brown and rainbow trout. Regretably fishing is not possible at present due to work being carried out by the Forestry Commission. We are confident the fly fishing will resume very soon. 
WalkingWe have planned some wonderful walks in the local area, ranging from 30 minutes to over 4 hours. Wellies are available for all! 
CroquetWilliam Robinson’s playground, where local children used to dance on his birthday and still do, to commemorate his special day, is a great spot for fun croquet. Its not perfect, but the location and view make it a wonderful place to enjoy a game with family and friends. 
...Nearby
GolfWithin a 30 minute drive from Gravetye there are three very good courses. There are also others that we can recommend. 
RidingWith notice we are able to arrange hacks in the Ashdown Forest. 
...Annual Events
GlyndebourneThe world famous opera house, set in the Sussex Downs, season is from mid May until mid/late August. It is 40 minutes away by car.
Goodwood RacingThere both the four legged and four wheels race around tracks at various times of the year. Click the link to find out more. Journey time to Goodwood is approximately 75 minutes.
HicksteadHome of international show jumping, is located only 35 minutes by car from us.
Antiques FaresSeveral Antiques fares take place during the year at the South of England Show Ground, Ardingly. – 5 miles from Gravetye. Details can be found by clicking the link. 
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