Welcome to Rookwood

Rookwood is a small village located in the county of West Sussex, England. The village is situated on the outskirts of the town of Horsham and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Rookwood is a peaceful and quiet village, with a population of just over 200 people. The village is known for its picturesque scenery, historic buildings, and friendly community.

One of the most notable features of Rookwood is its historic church, St. John the Baptist. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows, intricate stonework, and peaceful atmosphere. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village.

Rookwood is also home to a number of small businesses, including a village shop, a pub, and a post office. These businesses are an important part of the community and provide essential services to the residents of the village. The village also has a primary school, which serves the local area. Overall, Rookwood is a charming and welcoming village, with a strong sense of community and a rich history.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 6.9°C

Feels Like: 6.9°C

Wind: 2.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SE

Local Schools

School	Details
Trafalgar Community Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Miss Katrina Green	Victory Road Horsham West Sussex RH12 2JF 01403254925 School Website
Greenway Academy Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Ms Jo Newton	Greenway Horsham West Sussex RH12 2JS 01403252013 School Website
The College Of Richard Collyer In Horsham Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Dan Lodge	Hurst Road Horsham West Sussex RH12 2EJ 1403210822 School Website
North Heath Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Michael Gildea	Erica Way Horsham West Sussex RH12 5XL 01403254790 School Website
Shelley Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Kirsty Fitzscott	Wickhurst Lane Broadbridge Heath Horsham West Sussex RH12 3LU 01403265343 School Website
Tanbridge House School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Mark Sheridan	Farthings Hill Guildford Road Horsham West Sussex RH12 1SR 01403263628 School Website
St Johns Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Finula Farr	Blackbridge Lane Horsham West Sussex RH12 1RR 01403265447 School Website
Arunside School Horsham Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Donna Jagger	Blackbridge Lane Horsham West Sussex RH12 1RR 01403263919 School Website
Holbrook Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ian Holmes	Holbrook School Lane Horsham West Sussex RH12 5PP 01403272500 School Website
Warnham C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Shirley Kirby	Freeman Road Warnham Horsham West Sussex RH12 3RQ 01403265230 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Horsham North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RD 1.13 Miles

Warnham Station Road, Warnham, West Sussex, RH12 3SR 1.15 Miles

Littlehaven Rusper Road, Littlehaven, West Sussex, RH12 4PB 1.97 Miles

Christs Hospital King Edward Road, Christs Hospital, West Sussex, RH13 0ND 2.30 Miles

Faygate Faygate Lane, Faygate, West Sussex, RH12 4SJ 3.66 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Kevins Cars 01403 274727 White Hart Court, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2DG 0.47 Miles
Bryant Taxis 01403 274727 10/White Hart Court/North Pde, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2DG 0.47 Miles
Horsham Cars 01403 267676 28 Wimblehurst Rd, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2ED 0.69 Miles
Diamond Taxis 01403 271133 11 Adversane Court, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 5FA 0.70 Miles
Napoli Private Hire 01403 292929 173 Rushams Road, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2NY 0.80 Miles
A A A 2 B Taxis Ltd 01403 254321 11 Nightingale Road, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2NW 1.01 Miles
Tnt Cars Ltd Ta Aaa2b 01403 254321 11 Nightingale Road, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2NW 1.01 Miles
Cruise Transfers 01403 242424 Mill House, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2NW 1.01 Miles
Horsham 247 Cars 01403 247247 Unit 1/Jubilee Est, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 5UE 1.02 Miles
Voyager Taxis 01403 211666 8 Stoneybrook, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1UN 1.21 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Saxon Crescent Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Swindon Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Parade Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Parade Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:16:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Old Millmeads Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rushams Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Parade Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wimblehurst Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Caterway Po Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Pondtail Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rookwood Park Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Curzon Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Springfield Park Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Guildford Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Heathway Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Horsham Collaborative Hub 01403 330020	The Courtyard Surgery 56 London Road Horsham West Sussex RH12 1AT
The Courtyard Surgery 01403 330320	The Courtyard Surgery 56 London Road Horsham West Sussex RH12 1AT
Park Surgery 01403 330266	The Park Surgery Albion Way Horsham West Sussex RH12 1BG
Orchard Surgery 01403 246860	Orchard Surgery Lower Tanbridge Way Horsham West Sussex RH12 1PJ
Riverside Surgery 01403 274700	Riverside Surgery 48 Worthing Road Horsham West Sussex RH12 1UD

Local Stores

North Parade
24 North Parade
Warnham Road
Horsham
West Sussex
RH12 2DH
01403 253801
Store Website
0.42 miles

	Open	Close
Mon	07:00	22:00
Tue	07:00	22:00
Wed	07:00	22:00
Thu	07:00	22:00
Fri	07:00	22:00
Sat	07:00	22:00
Sun	07:00	22:00

SPAR - Elite Garages Mannings Heath
Brighton Rd
Mannings Heath
Nuthurst
Horsham
RH13 6HY
01403 756534
Store Website
3.0 miles

	Open	Close
Mon	06:00	22:00
Tue	06:00	22:00
Wed	06:00	22:00
Thu	06:00	22:00
Fri	06:00	22:00
Sat	06:00	22:00
Sun	07:00	22:00

Local Vetinary Surgeries

Farthings Veterinary Group
Farthings Hill Guildford Road Horsham West Sussex RH12 1TS 01403 252900 vets@farthingsvet.co.uk Website 0.78 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
	Open	Close
Mon	08:00	19:30
Tue	08:00	19:30
Wed	08:00	19:30
Thu	08:00	19:30
Fri	08:00	19:30
Sat	08:00	12:30
Sun	closed	closed

Medivet Broadbridge / Harvest Veterinary Clinic
Wickhurst Square Sargent Way Wickhurst Green Horsham West Sussex RH12 3XS 01403 334 977 broadbridge@medivet.co.uk Website 1.34 miles

Animals Treated
	Open	Close
Mon	01:24	01:24
Tue	01:24	01:24
Wed	01:24	01:24
Thu	01:24	01:24
Fri	01:24	01:24
Sat	01:24	01:24
Sun	01:24	01:24

Arthur Lodge Veterinary Surgery
17 Brighton Road Horsham West Sussex RH13 5BE 01403 252964 vets@arthurlodge.co.uk 1.40 miles

Animals Treated
	Open	Close
Mon	01:24	01:24
Tue	01:24	01:24
Wed	01:24	01:24
Thu	01:24	01:24
Fri	01:24	01:24
Sat	01:24	01:24
Sun	01:24	01:24

Medivet Horsham Holbrook - Crossways Veterinary Surgery
21 Bartholomew Way Horsham West Sussex RH12 5JL 01403 264667 horsham.holbrook@medivet.co.uk Website 1.72 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
	Open	Close
Mon	08:30	18:30
Tue	08:30	18:30
Wed	08:30	18:30
Thu	08:30	18:30
Fri	08:30	18:30
Sat	08:30	12:30
Sun	closed	closed

White Horse Veterinary Surgery
226 Crawley Road Roffey Horsham West Sussex RH12 4HE 01403 249902 vets@arthurlodge.co.uk 1.88 miles

Animals Treated
	Open	Close
Mon	01:24	01:24
Tue	01:24	01:24
Wed	01:24	01:24
Thu	01:24	01:24
Fri	01:24	01:24
Sat	01:24	01:24
Sun	01:24	01:24

Maltman Cosham Veterinary Clinic
Lyons Farm Estate Lyons Road Slinfold Horsham West Sussex RH13 0QP 01403 791 011 admin@maltmancosham.co.uk Website 2.01 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
	Open	Close
Mon	08:00	18:30
Tue	08:00	18:30
Wed	08:00	18:30
Thu	08:00	18:30
Fri	08:00	18:30
Sat	09:00	13:00
Sun	closed	closed

Local Dog Walks

Buchan Country Park
Buchan Country Park Has Won The Green Flag Award, Which Recognises The Best Green Spaces In The Uk, Every Year Since 2010. Oak Lodge Horsham Rd Crawley RH11 9HQ 5.26 miles Using The Postcode Rh11 9Hq Is The Best Way To Find Buchan Park, You May Have To Double Back Along Horsham Rd For The Entrance.

Location what3words move.hang.modern

Leith Hill
A Circular Walk Across Leith Hill. Leith Hill Is The Highest Point In South East England, Meaning You Will Get A Great View. It Is A Wooded Hill And On Reaching The Summit, You Will Find An 18Th-Century Gothic Tower. RH5 6LX 6.87 miles Leith Hill Is Signposted From The A25 At Wotton And From The A29 At Ockley.

Pitch Hill
Views, Woods, Paths. Plenty Of 4G To Avoid Getting Lost. I Park In Car Park 3 But There Are Car Parks All Around The Surrey Hills Pitch Hill Cranleigh Lancashire GU6 7NW 8.29 miles Just Park And Walk. There Are Markers. I Prefer To Freewalk And Look At The Clock

Location what3words gladiators.random.dress

Sandgate Park
Path Into Sandgate Park. Path Is Accessible But Short However It Takes You Down To Water Which Again Is Wheelchair Friendly. Can Do Much Further Walk Into The Woods However That Is Not Accessible. Lots Of Nice Places To Stop For A Picnic And Have Places To Sit Down. Path Would Be Suitable For Powered And Manual Wheelchairs In Winter 2 Hillside Rd Storrington Pulborough RH20 3LZ 11.70 miles Easiest Place For Accessible Parking Is Hillside Road

Location what3words digit.unionists.upholding

Blackheath Common
Large Heathland With Many Different Paths And Routes Blackheath Dog Walk Sampleoak Ln Chilworth Guildford GU4 8RB 11.84 miles

Location what3words mirroring.jogged.slurred

Sullington Warren
Very Unique Sandy, Heather Area, Once Underwater. A Very Peaceful, Crisp Atmoshere. Water Ln Storrington 11.86 miles

Location what3words webcams.light.cashiers

Weather Forecast

Thursday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Fog	Fog	Fog	Fog	Fog	Fog	Mist	Mist	Overcast	Fog	Overcast	Mist
Temp	5.4°C	5.6°C	5.6°C	5.7°C	5.8°C	6.6°C	7.2°C	8.3°C	8.8°C	8.9°C	8.9°C	8.5°C
Feels Like	3.1°C	3.4°C	3.9°C	4.1°C	4.2°C	4.7°C	5.5°C	6.5°C	6.9°C	7°C	6.9°C	6.6°C

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Light rain	Overcast	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	7.8°C	7.5°C	7.1°C	7°C	7.2°C	7.5°C	8°C	8.6°C	9°C	9.1°C	9.4°C	9°C
Feels Like	5.5°C	5.1°C	4.3°C	3.9°C	4.3°C	5°C	5.8°C	6.5°C	6.6°C	6.7°C	7°C	6.8°C

Saturday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Mist
Temp	9.5°C	9.5°C	9.2°C	9°C	9.1°C	9.3°C	9.6°C	9.6°C	9.4°C	9.1°C	8.6°C	9.1°C
Feels Like	7.2°C	7.1°C	7°C	6.8°C	7°C	7.5°C	8°C	8.9°C	9.2°C	8.7°C	7.9°C	7.4°C

Your Village

If you would like to add content to this page on behalf of your village, please contact us at listing@townandvillageguide.com