An outstanding cultural landscape

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Welcome to the High Weald

What is the High Weald?

A medieval landscape of wooded, rolling hills studded with sandstone outcrops; small, irregular-shaped fields; scattered farmsteads; and ancient routeways. The 1461km2 area covers parts of Kent, Sussex and Surrey at the heart of South East England.

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Explore the High Weald

This historic landscape is packed with things to see and do! Use our interactive map to discover walks, nature reserves, attractions and local producers; whether you’re a thrill-seeker or searching for peace and quiet, you’ll find it here…

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Latest News & Updates

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High Weald Walking Festival draws hundreds of people

Hundreds of people from across the South East and beyond came out for the seventh annual High Weald Walking Festival in September; the highest attendance since the event launched in 2018...

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Wild About Dark Skies Festival 2024 programme now live!

28th October - 10th November- Come celebrate the night skies across the High Weald. Free events will take place across the High Weald, from Warbleton to Wadhurst. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun.

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BLOG: All about deer in the High Weald

High Weald Deer Management Coordinator Sandy Williamson explains the impact of deer on the landscape, and why managing deer numbers is so important…

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