Sam’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Local Parks
Worth Park
Worth Park AvenueTilgate Park is a large recreational park situated south of Tilgate, South-East Crawley. It is the largest and most popular park in the area. Originally a 2,185-acre part of the ancient Worth Forest, the park and adjacent areas were part of the larger Tilgate Estate, first recorded as an economic unit in 1647.
The Park's very own nature centre has a huge variety of animals to see from endangered species to farmyard favourites. www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk also www.goape.co.uk where there’s no hiding to what awaits you as you approach this high rope adventure course.
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Tilgate Park
Tilgate DriveTilgate Park is a large recreational park situated south of Tilgate, South-East Crawley. It is the largest and most popular park in the area. Originally a 2,185-acre part of the ancient Worth Forest, the park and adjacent areas were part of the larger Tilgate Estate, first recorded as an economic unit in 1647.
The Park's very own nature centre has a huge variety of animals to see from endangered species to farmyard favourites. www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk also www.goape.co.uk where there’s no hiding to what awaits you as you approach this high rope adventure course.
Only 6 mins drive from your stay, to this fabulous, adventurous location that offers seasonal attractions. Escape rooms, Shocktober Fest, Spook Fest or Christmas experience with Santa and an ice rink. Also a tea room and animal patch for the kids.
This is a great place for any age to visit while staying with us. I've been with my grandchildren and had more fun than them!
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Tulleys Escape Rooms & Games
Unit 4 Turners Hill RdOnly 6 mins drive from your stay, to this fabulous, adventurous location that offers seasonal attractions. Escape rooms, Shocktober Fest, Spook Fest or Christmas experience with Santa and an ice rink. Also a tea room and animal patch for the kids.
This is a great place for any age to visit while staying with us. I've been with my grandchildren and had more fun than them!
Only 10 minutes away by car.
Very popular for aeroplane enthusiasts.
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Gatwick Aviation Museum
Lowfield Heath RoadOnly 10 minutes away by car.
Very popular for aeroplane enthusiasts.
Food scene
Eateries
The Tavern on the Green in Crawley is a traditional free house pub overlooking the picturesque green of Grattons Park in Pound Hill.
It's much more than just a congenial local – its drinks list featuring wines from around the world and extensive range of lager and fine cask ale, ranging from Peroni on tap to Sussex ales from brewers like Harvey & Son, is sure to satisfy even the thirstiest of guests.
It offers high quality pub food from seasonal specials to British classics, from the lightest lunch to the traditional Sunday Roast.
Outside is an expansive beer garden set with the perfect scene for summer drinks and alfresco dining.
Tavern On The Green
Peterhouse ParadeThe Tavern on the Green in Crawley is a traditional free house pub overlooking the picturesque green of Grattons Park in Pound Hill.
It's much more than just a congenial local – its drinks list featuring wines from around the world and extensive range of lager and fine cask ale, ranging from Peroni on tap to Sussex ales from brewers like Harvey & Son, is sure to satisfy even the thirstiest of guests.
It offers high quality pub food from seasonal specials to British classics, from the lightest lunch to the traditional Sunday Roast.
Outside is an expansive beer garden set with the perfect scene for summer drinks and alfresco dining.
Welcoming Thai restaurant with really tasty and very well presented food. The staff here are very genuine and nice and the service is prompt. The menu is very broad and varied, offering something to suit most eating preferences, with a drinks menu offering just as much variety. All areas are very clean, tidy and well maintained. Overall the prices are very reasonable, especially for the quality and service recieved.
Royal Thai Taste
58a High StWelcoming Thai restaurant with really tasty and very well presented food. The staff here are very genuine and nice and the service is prompt. The menu is very broad and varied, offering something to suit most eating preferences, with a drinks menu offering just as much variety. All areas are very clean, tidy and well maintained. Overall the prices are very reasonable, especially for the quality and service recieved.
Kebab takeaway / restaurant.
9 minutes walk through Worth Park or 3 minute drive.
Hours: 11.00 to midnight
https://realbarbecueandbar.co.uk
Google maps: 1 Peterhouse Parade, Crawley RH10 3BA
Real Barbecue & Bar
1 Peterhouse ParadeKebab takeaway / restaurant.
9 minutes walk through Worth Park or 3 minute drive.
Hours: 11.00 to midnight
https://realbarbecueandbar.co.uk
Google maps: 1 Peterhouse Parade, Crawley RH10 3BA
The Hillside Inn
Balcombe RoadAmazing delicious food with ambiance surroundings.
10-15 minute walk
Parsons Pig
Balcombe RoadGreat tasty curry. High end pub.
15- 20 minute walk
My weekend social retreat
Bars & Clubs
ID is a must for entry to any establishment serving alcohol in this town.
Family run business with a great atmosphere. Dance till 3am
Plenty of different nationalities and new friends to meet. Great selection of cocktails/ mocktails/ spirits and talented staff whom always are ready to entertain.
Octopvs Crawley
56-58 High StFamily run business with a great atmosphere. Dance till 3am
Plenty of different nationalities and new friends to meet. Great selection of cocktails/ mocktails/ spirits and talented staff whom always are ready to entertain.
The Old Punch Bowl is a medieval timber-framed Wealden hall-house on the High Street in Crawley. Built in the early 15th century, it was used as a farmhouse by about 1600, passing through various owners and sometimes being used for other purposes.
Now it's a nice modern old pub/ bar with lots of character and a fantastic buzz. Serves traditional pub grub during the day. A disco with modern tunes, plays to a wide age range on a Thursday, Friday & Saturday evening from 8pm till 12.30am. Friendly atmosphere.
Old Punch Bowl
101 High StThe Old Punch Bowl is a medieval timber-framed Wealden hall-house on the High Street in Crawley. Built in the early 15th century, it was used as a farmhouse by about 1600, passing through various owners and sometimes being used for other purposes.
Now it's a nice modern old pub/ bar with lots of character and a fantastic buzz. Serves traditional pub grub during the day. A disco with modern tunes, plays to a wide age range on a Thursday, Friday & Saturday evening from 8pm till 12.30am. Friendly atmosphere.
Shop
Local shop that provides all basic food, cleaning, hygiene, magazines & drinks.
Opening hours 07.00 to 23.00
A pleasant 9 minutes walk through Worth Park or 3 minute drive.
Google maps: 5 Peterhouse Parade, Pound Hill, Crawley RH10 3BA
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Tesco Express
179 Shoreditch High StLocal shop that provides all basic food, cleaning, hygiene, magazines & drinks.
Opening hours 07.00 to 23.00
A pleasant 9 minutes walk through Worth Park or 3 minute drive.
Google maps: 5 Peterhouse Parade, Pound Hill, Crawley RH10 3BA
Conselhos sobre a cidade
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College House to Gatwick Airport Via Bus
2 minute walk to Orde Close bus stop, from College House, RH10 3DY.
Get on number 3 bus.
(6 stops) 13 minutes later you arrive at Gatwick South Terminal.
The bus runs every half an hour and is available to view on Goo Gle maps.
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College Hs to Three Bridges Train station
Either a 20 minute walk or
Get on number 5 Bus directly outside College House, RH10 3DY.
11 minutes later (6 stops) reach Three Bridges Station
The bus runs every half 27 minutes and is available to view on Goo Gle maps.