Robertsbridge is a large rural village in East Sussex within the civil parish of Salehurst & Robertsbridge and located about 12 miles north of Hastings. The 14th and 15th centuries seem to have been particularly prosperous and have left a legacy of many timber framed houses in the village centre. Robertsbridge, owes its existence to the founding of a Cistercian Abbey in the 12th century.
Excellent links to London and Hastings with a main line station 10 minutes walk from The Parlour and The Dairy. The Kent and East Sussex railway run steam trains between the near by village of Bodiam to the elegant market town of Tenterden. For the steam train enthusiast Robertsbridge has its one Rother Valley Railway supporting 2/3 mile of railway track. Gray-Nicolls makers of the famous cricket bats manufacture in the centre of our village.
We are blessed with many national Trust and English Heritage properties with in 10 to 30 minutes drive including Bodiam Castle, Battle Abby 1066 country, Batemans the home of Rudyard Kipling, Scotney Castle, Herstmonceux Castle and Observatory.
Robertsbridge is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty. It’s a hive for the active with a wealth footpaths without needing a car, including several walks to nearby village pubs and restaurants. Bedgebury Pinetum is open to walkers, cyclist and horse riders. Go-Ape is also at Bedgebury. Bewl Water supports 13 miles of walking and cycle track.
The ancient town of Rye with its cobble streets and charming inns and tea rooms is under 30 minutes drive, this is a must for any visitor. The vibrant town of Battle which was the site of ‘The Battle of Hastings William The Conquer 1066’ has a wealth of independent shops and certainly worth a stroll along its raised pavements. The Cinque port Town of Hastings famed for its bohemian old Town still has a commercial beach landing fishing fleet. The beautiful South Downs can be accessed from Eastbourne 40 minutes away were you can walk the South Down way.