The Parish of Burwash lies 42 miles south east of central London, and 15 miles north of Hastings and Bexhill.  Burwash itself is perhaps best known for its association with Rudyard Kipling who lived at Bateman’s, a handsome ironmasters house less than half a mile from the village, and now one of the National Trust’s most popular visitor attractions in southern England. Etchingham main line station is only 2 miles away with the London to Hastings line.  The A21 is just 4 miles away which is the major road link between London, Sevenoaks and Hastings.  Burwash is an excellent base for trips to London and the coast, and for visiting the numerous famous gardens, castles, historic houses, towns and villages that abound in this beautiful part of southern England. Burwash is a thriving rural community with many attractions for visitors, good shops, post office, pubs, great places to stay, and a host of well supported clubs and societies. Education opportunities exist within the area in both the private and state sector, at all levels.  These include Burwash and Etchingham primary schools, Vine Hall pre prep and prep school at Robertsbridge, Battle Abbey and Claremont Prep and Senior school.