Haywards Heath

Haywards Heath was once known as the brightest and prettiest of Sussex residential districts and was the most populous town on the main line once it left Surrey. Thus quotes the 1911 town guide. A century on, efforts have been made to retain some of this charm despite the large growth in housing development.

The population is just over 23,000 and is set to grow even higher with the pressure on the South East to provide more homes. The town has good connections by road and rail to London, and the coast. Gatwick and the M25 are just 15 minutes away.

The town has been luckier than many during the recent recession and has a vibrant shopping centre with many independent shops as well as the usual national multiples. Regeneration schemes are being looked at with plans coming forward in the next year or two.

The town is blessed with lovely parks, one, Victoria Park, is situated right in the centre of the town and is valued by local residents as one of Haywards Heath’s best assets. From the park there are wonderful views across to the South Downs

The Town has five Conservation areas one is Muster Green, which is situated on the entrance to the town. This green with its traditional flower beds is maintained to a high standard by the Town Council and is a focal point for the Town’s Spring Festival.

The Town Council offices are just around the corner from Muster Green and although built in 1990 has the look and charm of a Georgian building. As well as the Council offices and Council Chamber it has meeting rooms which are let out to the community. It is also licensed to hold Marriages.