Until the mid 1950`s Ifield was a small village but was subsumed by the urban expansion of Crawley New Town (now an Urban District). It has managed to retain it`s green and there is still the atmosphere of the village about the place and some fine buildings to be seen.The first part of the name is probably derived from the Old English - iw - meaning yew. The Friends Meeting House is a cottage built in 1676 and still in use, it is thought that the stone for the walls came from nearby Slaugham Place; the roof is of Horsham stone and the building is supported by a heavy oak pillar rising from floor to ceiling. The church of St.Margaret is mainly 13th & 14th century in origin, the west tower was rebuilt in 1883 in the Norman style with a broach spire; the 12th C font is made of Sussex marble, there several monuments the best being two 14th C life size effigies thought to be Sir John and Lady Margaret de Ifelde. In the church yard is the grave of Mark Lemon who founded The Field magazine and was also the founder and first editor of Punch. To the west is the 16th C hammer pond, a remnant of the Sussex iron workings, the Mill building started life as an iron foundry with the demise of the iron industry in Sussex in the 17th C the mill was converted to a corn mill and continued working until 1927. It lay derelict until 1974 when it was brought by Crawley Council, it has now been restored and houses a small museum.
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Da Vinci Guest House *book online*
Da Vinci Manor Guest House *book online*
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Manor Green Primary School
St Margaret's C Of E First & Middle School
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Theatre
Places to Stay near Ifield
Premier Inn Crawley East (1.04 miles)
This newly refurbished modern hotel is conveniently located on the A23, 8 km (5 miles) from Gatwick Airport. Choose from 82 spacious clean and comfortable rooms away from the hustle and bustle of the airport. ... More | visit website
Gatwick Little Foxes Hotel (1.05 miles)
Within easy reach of Gatwick Airport and Crawley. Ideal for travellers and business personnel. All rooms en-suite. Room price includes breakfast and VAT. Holiday parking and transfer packages available for overnight guests. Hotel restaurant within walking distance. ... More | visit website
Da Vinci Guest House (1.07 miles)
Set within 2 acres of private grounds, screened by mature trees, this attractive residence provides an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity, within a 10 minute drive of Gatwick Airport.
Whether you are ... More
Waterhall Country House (1.29 miles)
Barrington Lodge (1.40 miles)
Barrington Lodge is a Historic Building offering a wealth of character. Newly Refurbished to a high level, all rooms have Hair Dryer, Safe, Lcd TV, Phone, Tea & Coffee facilities ... More
Premier Inn Crawley South (1.49 miles)
Caprice Guest House (1.51 miles)
George Hotel (1.56 miles)
Dating back to 1615 this former Coaching Inn, is steeped in history and character. Located in Crawley town centre, and all the major restaurants, bars, fitness facilities and shopping areas are within 5-10 walking distance. ... More | visit website
The Grange Hotel (1.60 miles)
A 10-minute ride from Gatwick Airport and situated in Crawley town centre, this hotel is within walking distance of Crawley’s main attractions and across the road from Crawley Train station. The Grange ... More
Crowne Plaza Gatwick-Crawley (1.68 miles)
This newly renovated, modern hotel offers an informal but warm welcome in a prime location a few miles from Gatwick Airport and the M23.
The health and fitness facilities include a swimming ... More
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