The Church dates from 1060 with a 12th/13th C. nave, and north aisle from 1250 - south aisle is 14th C. The chancel is 12/13th C. and may have had an apse, sedilia and piscina on south side of sanctuary are 13th C. The tower was added in the 15th C. The original timber framed spire was destroyed in the Great Storm of 1987 and was replaced with a steel framed version with chestnut shingles at 165 feet. The font is Norman and was lost for years until found nearby being used as a cattle trough! St Denys' church is well known for its wall paintings which date from 13th C. onwards. They were covered over and only discovered in 1893. There is an impressive 15th C. doom painting with Christ seated on a rainbow with the virgin Mary and St John. The Neville chapel is in the north east corner of the church, named after the Neville branch of the Abergavenny family who were Lords of the Manor from 1450. The church is a Grade I listed building.

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"This is such a lovely hotel, in a really good location. It has the facilities of a hotel but allows the freedom of an apartment. A full kitchen - with dishwasher - in the room. A dining area and a large TV, in addition to a good sized bathroom and excellent bed. The staff are so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was a good range of food, we preferred the continental but there were some hot choices. There’s a lovely games room, a small gym and a good sized on site laundry for customers as well. Thank you for a wonderful stay. "

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What are the best hostels in Rotherfield?

You may like the prices at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which gets positive reviews from our travelers: Hilton London Gatwick Airport - 18 mi (29 km) from the heart of Rotherfield. Property features at this hotel include a 24-hour front desk.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Rotherfield?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Rotherfield is 30 inches.

What is there to see and do in Rotherfield?

Get out into nature with places like High Weald, River Rother, and Enchanted Place - Winnie the Pooh. Cultural attractions include Assembly Hall Theater, Glyndebourne Opera House, and Hailsham Pavilion. Locals like to shop at Pantiles.

What's the best way to get to and around Rotherfield while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Rotherfield in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Gatwick Airport (LGW), 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from the city center. An alternative is London City Airport (LCY), which is 32.5 mi (52.2 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. If you're hoping to see more of the area, head over to Eridge Station to take a train.

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