Steel Cross


Steel Cross is a village in the north-east of Crowborough, in the Wealden district, in the county of East Sussex, England.

History

The earliest documented representations of Steel Cross are in 1724 as a part of the 1 inch to 1 mile map of Sussex produced in 1724 by Richard Budgen. Historical maps from the 1890s show the road network and scattered buildings that formed the centre of the hamlet, reflecting its origins as an agricultural locality within the High Weald landscape.
Throughout the 20th century, Steel Cross remained a small, predominantly residential and agricultural community within the Crowborough Civil parish. Its location along the A26 meant that it served local travellers and residents, with amenities such as a village post office historically serving the immediate area.

Geography

Steel Cross is located in the northern region of East Sussex, England. It is north of Crowborough and south-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells.

Transport

The main road in Steel Cross is the A26 which runs north-east to Mereworth via Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge. To the south, it runs to Newhaven, via Uckfield and Lewes. The 29 Regency Route bus runs through the centre of the village.

Sport and leisure

Steel Cross is home to Crowborough Rugby Football Club and a 9 hole Par 35 Golf Course.