Explore Haywards Heath
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The commuter town that gave rise to Cuckfield, Lindfield and the beautiful Mid Sussex villages, the Bluebell Railway (runs from near here), and a West Sussex commuter hub with excellent village surroundings
A little history
Haywards Heath grew with the railway in the Victorian era, becoming a commuter settlement for London workers. The surrounding area has some of Sussex's finest villages — Lindfield, Cuckfield and Ardingly all within miles.
Lindfield village is one of Sussex's finest — visit the pond and the village green. The Bluebell Railway at Horsted Keynes for steam. The Ardingly Reservoir for walking.
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Food & drink in Haywards Heath
Lindfield and Cuckfield villages have excellent independent restaurants and cafes. The town centre has good food options.
Restaurants & cafes
From neighbourhood classics to hidden gems — Roam surfaces the Haywards Heath food spots locals actually love.
Bars & nightlife
Craft pubs, independent bars and evening spots across Haywards Heath. Roam tells you what's open and what's worth the visit.
Independent shops
The local butchers, delis, bakeries and food shops that make Haywards Heath worth exploring on foot.
For businesses in Haywards Heath
Haywards Heath's independent businesses serve the commuter community. The surrounding villages have strong independent food and retail.
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Frequently asked questions
Haywards Heath is a place in West Sussex known for the commuter town that gave rise to Cuckfield, Lindfield and the beautiful Mid Sussex villages, the Bluebell Railway (runs from near here), and a West Sussex commuter hub with excellent village surroundings. Haywards Heath grew with the railway in the Victorian era, becoming a commuter settlement for London workers. The population is around 33,000.
Lindfield and Cuckfield villages have excellent independent restaurants and cafes. The town centre has good food options.
Yes. Roam is a free local discovery app live in Haywards Heath and across West Sussex. It is available on iOS and Android.
Local Haywards Heath businesses can list on Roam for free in around 90 seconds. Add your business name, address, opening hours and a few photos via the Roam website, and your listing goes live in Roam's discovery feed for users browsing Haywards Heath and the wider West Sussex area. There is no subscription fee.
Roam covers Haywards Heath and the surrounding area in West Sussex, including Lindfield, Cuckfield, Ardingly, Scaynes Hill, Wivelsfield, Balcombe, Horstead Keynes and Copyhold.
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