Discover Cross in Hand

Cross in Hand offers a variety of starting points for planning a varied trip: historic buildings, woodland, tennis courts and community spaces. Those looking for a holiday apartment in Cross in Hand can therefore shape their stay around their own interests – with culture, nature, exercise or a combination of these.

Historic buildings and religious heritage

A prominent destination is Cross in Hand Windmill (New Mill). The windmill is a Grade II* listed post mill and adds a distinctive historical element to the local landscape. Holy Cross Priory also represents a special architectural history. The large, U-shaped Tudor Gothic manor house was designed by Matthew Digby Wyatt and built between 1865 and 1870. The parish of Heathfield moved to this Holy Cross Priory in Cross in Hand in 2014.

St Bartholomew’s Church adds its own architectural character to this historical focus. The single-nave church has windows with plate and bar tracery. The facilities available are also of interest when planning your trip: St Bartholomew’s Church has a ramp, a hearing loop, parking and large-print materials. Services are held in the church on the second and fourth Sunday of each month. Those wishing to combine religious heritage, architectural history and community life can take these details into account when planning.

Darch’s Wood and The Glade

Darch’s Wood provides a natural setting. The woodland covers 40 acres and is managed for the benefit and enjoyment of the Cross-in-Hand community. This gives trip planning a clear connection with the landscape alongside its historical themes. Nature enthusiasts can include this aspect in their plans, as can travellers who want to alternate between cultural experiences and a more peaceful environment.

One specific feature within this woodland is The Glade in Darch’s Wood. The Glade leads from the pond to one side of the Ghyll.

Sport and community spaces

Those wishing to include exercise during their stay will find five hard courts at Cross In Hand Tennis Club. Non-members can also play there on a pay-and-play basis. This makes tennis a practical option for a more active day out without requiring you to commit to club membership.

Cross in Hand Village Hall points to another aspect of local life. It can be hired for club meetings, fitness and dance classes, band rehearsals and performances, art exhibitions and commercial sales. These varied uses show that, alongside its attractions, Cross in Hand also offers spaces for community and cultural activities.

The right base for planning your trip

When looking for a holiday apartment in Cross in Hand, it is worth first deciding on the type of daily routine you want. Historical interests lead to the windmill, Holy Cross Priory and St Bartholomew’s Church, while Darch’s Wood adds a natural element. The tennis club is another option for sport-oriented days. Families and other travel groups with different preferences can deliberately divide these themes rather than focusing their stay on just one type of experience. The key is not an overall assessment of the location, but which of the themes mentioned fit your own travel plans.

If you would then like to compare other places, you can also include Alciston, Herstmonceux, Lewes, Pevensey Bay, Buxted, Saint Leonards-On-Sea, Denton and Brede in your further search.

For the overarching travel overview: East Sussex.