Northiam is an historic village positioned in the valley of the Rother River, in the County of East Sussex, and is home to just over two thousand people. It's an attractive village, complete with a Village Green that's steeped in history. An ancient Oak tree proudly stands where Queen Elizabeth I once sat whilst enjoying a picnic, when she was journeying to Rye in 1573. It is said that she was so pleased that she left behind a pair of green damask slippers which are still treasured by the village today. Clustered around the Green that is still home to an ancient Water Pump that was used right up until 1907, are pretty cottages, white weather boarded houses that date back centuries, and the 12th Century Church dedicated to St Mary's whose melodious sound of six bells can often be heard. Nearby, are the playing fields which played host to no less than four Prime Ministers during the second World War when Churchill inspected the troops who were preparing for the infamous D Day Landings. Visitors can enjoy walks in the pleasing countryside, along the river bank, or there are a handful of shops for that every day purchase, and a good choice of pubs to try.
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Places to Stay near Northiam
Chestnut Lodge (1.39 miles)
White Dog Inn (1.93 miles)
Welcome to the White Dog - Ewhurst Green. This lovely country inn is situated in a small village location with fantastic views from the rear garden of Bodiam Castle. As ... More
Flackley Ash Hotel and Restaurant (3.68 miles)
Our Georgian house is one of Sussex’s charming small country house hotels set in a quiet rural setting, close to the ancient Cinque Port of Rye. We offer guests a warm and ... More
Brickwall Hotel (5.08 miles)
The Brickwall Hotel stands overlooking the village green in the pretty East Sussex village of Sedlescombe. Originally built in 1597 for the local ironmaster, the hotel combines a touch of Tudor times ... More
Kester House Bed & Breakfast (5.16 miles)
Corkwood Bed and Breakfast (5.36 miles)
The Royal Oak (5.37 miles)
The Royal Oak is the first ArtHouse Hotel in England. It’s a concept created by Proprietor Janelle Tresidder to bring high quality original art into an English hotel. At the Royal ... More
Leeford Place Hotel (5.71 miles)
Leeford Place Hotel is situated in a beautiful eight acre country setting, the oldest part of the building dating from the fifteenth century and reputed to have once been a Royal Hunting Lodge. On arrival ... More | visit website
The Bell at Iden (5.71 miles)
We have 2 delightful letting rooms,separate to the pub in a converted stable block, both have; · King sized beds, with duvets· En suite· Original oak beams· Tea & coffee ... More
Claverton Country House (6.01 miles)
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