Hello! And welcome to your Travel Plan website. As your Travel Plan Coordinators, we are here to help you make the most of your local area, by providing the best sustainable travel options for you with up-to-date travel information for accessing services, local facilities and public transport.
On this page you can find information on:
- Your local surroundings (inc.Map)
- Local pedestrian network
- Local cycle network
- Travel by bus – routes and service information
- Travel by rail – station facilities, ticket and service information
- Car Travel options
- Travel Vouchers
Much of the information provided on this page is through website links to ensure that the information we give you is up to date.
Your Local Surroundings
A number of local amenities and facilities are located in Ninfield, with Bexhill providing further amenities and facilities.
Ninfield provides amenities which include: a pub, restaurants, a post office, convenience shops and primary school all under 1km (within a 12-minute walk) from your home.
Bexhill Town Centre is located 6.5km south of Ninfield which is a 24-minute cycle or can be reached via the 95 and 98 bus services (via a 14-25 minute journey). Here, amenities including Bexhill Hospital and Bexhill Train Station, a number of shops, restaurants and a leisure centre can be accessed.
Local Pedestrian Network
Why should we all walk more?
- Walking strengthens your bones, improves your balance and boosts your muscle power
- It releases endorphins (the happy chemical!) and boosts your mood, reducing stress
- Walking benefits the environment – less cars on the read means less pollution!
- Increasing your cardiovascular fitness
- Boosting your energy and improving your mood
- Its FREE !!
Your new home has a number of footways and Public Rights of Way (PRoW) located nearby. Ninfield circular is a 7 mile walk which starts in Ninfield and heads towards Hooe Common – Pevensey levels – Waller’s Haven and then back towards Boreham Street. Nearby routes to your home are shown below. The map below also shows some of your local public rights of way routes to help you explore Ninfield. An intermittent footway is provided along the A269 towards Bexhill, with a continuous footway provided closer to Bexhill after Lunsford’s Cross, providing access to Bexhill Town Centre to amenities and facilities. To have a closer look at the map visit: https://row.eastsussex.gov.uk/standardmap.aspx
If you don’t know where to start with walking, there are also local walking groups which you can join! Walking has a number of benefits including improved mental health and cardiovascular fitness.
East Sussex Health Walks are free one-hour walks run by The Conservation Volunteers. Walks distance and pace depend on the overall needs and abilities of the group. You can also bring you dog along, but they must be kept on the lead. These walks are great for fitness, but also allow you to meet others in your area. For more information visit: https://www.tcv.org.uk/southeast/volunteer-south-east/east-sussex-healthy-walks/
Fancy some fresh air for longer? The Rother Ramblers also offer community-led walks in and around your local area, often with an added social stop. Their walks vary in distance (5-15 miles) and mainly cover East Sussex and Kent. These walks are dog friendly and are a great way to get your daily steps in. For more information visit: https://www.ramblers.org.uk/go-walking/ramblers-groups/rother-group
Local Cycle Network
Cycling brings so many benefits for your social and professional life, health, money savings, and even for your community!
Your home is located near to National Cycle Network Route 2, which can be accessed to the south of your home near Bexhill, which is around an 18-minute cycle. NCN Route 2 is a long-distance route between Dover to St Austell, which in proximity to your home connects to route 21 near Eastbourne which provides a route to London. This is shown in the map below.
To find more information about these routes visit: https://www.sustrans.org.uk/ . To find further routes in the local area visit Cycle Streets https://www.cyclestreets.net/journey/.
Bike Maintenance and Purchase
If you need a bike check or have any questions, your nearest Halfords is located in Bexhill which is a 32-minute cycle from your home. They provide a free bike check, clothing, accessories and much more! Here is a link to their bike maintenance guide: https://blog.halfords.com/our-guide-to-bike-maintenance/
Cycle Tech UK is a mobile bicycle repair specialists called Tom, who works within Bexhill On Sea area of East Sussex, Eastbourne, Hastings, East side of West Sussex and South Kent. Bicycle workshop which is available at your home or place of work. (https://www.cycletechuk.co.uk/cycle-tech-bexhill-on-sea)
Ebike repairs (https://ebikerepairs.co.uk/contact/) is located at 204 Cooden Drive, Bexhill and provides both a service or repair. There is the option to also have you bike collected or you can drop off.
Walk, Wheel & Cycle Trust also provide a Dr Bike training sessions with more information provided at: https://ibike.sustrans.org.uk/ibike-resources/dr-bike/
East Sussex CTC provide regular rides on Sunday and Wednesday, with some weeks providing additional rides. There are 4 informal groups which mainly ride on Sunday, with the other only riding on Wednesday known as the Midweek group. The routes usually consist of quiet lanes in East Sussex and further afield. Each group has a designated leader, and tend to take the pace of the slowest rider. More information is provided at: https://www.cyclinguk.org/local-groups/east-sussex-ctc
Top Tips For Cycling in Colder Months
As it starts to get colder and darker, here are some top tips to make cycling in the autumn and winter months easier:
- Safety first: Use lights, reflectors and a helmet!
- Dress appropriately – wear warm and reflective clothing
- Take it slow- If you’re just starting out, take a short, traffic-free route to boost your confidence on your bike first
- Service your bike – Keep your bike road worthy with regular checks and services
- Use a mudguard – Helps keep you clean and dry when cycling in wetter weather
- Plan ahead – Use Apps like CycleStreets to plan your journey, customising the route to your fitness level and desired level of traffic
For more cycle safety information, visit www.think.gov.uk/cycle-safety/
Travel by Bus
Don’t forget £3 single bus fare tickets are continuing until March 2027!
Make sure to check before you travel, as not all services are included to find out more visit: https://www.stagecoachbus.com/promos-and-offers/national/3-pound-single-fare
- The walk to and from the bus is a great way to incorporate some physical activity into your daily routine
- Relax and read a book whilst you travel to your destination
- Season tickets offer unlimited travel on services and can prove cheaper than running a car
Your closest bus stop is on the High Street (A269), called ‘Manchester Road’ which is served by Stagecoach. ‘Manchester Road’ bus stops are around 7 minutes walk from your home.
A service is provided every hour Monday-Saturday and every 2 hours on Sundays providing access to Bexhill, Hailsham and Eastbourne.
Service 95 also operates two every two hours from the King’s Arms bus stops, a 13 minute walk from your home.
The bus services are shown below in the table.
For full timetable information, service updates and ticket information visit www.stagecoachbus.com/
Travel by Rail
Battle Railway Station
Battle Railway Station is your closest rail station from your home. It is located 6km from your home, which can be accessed within a 25-minute cycle. You could also take Service 95, which takes 20 minutes from The King’s Arms Bus Stops to Battle Rail Station.
The station is run by Southeastern Railway which provides routes to key destinations including Hastings (16 minutes) and London Charing Cross (1hr 39 minutes). Services run half hourly in each direction. For service information, timetables and ticketing information, visit www.southeasternrailway.co.uk
Battle Station Facilities
- 30 sheltered cycle storage spaces in the form of stands
- Toilets with baby changing facilities
- Waiting room
- Ticket office
- Telephone
- Step Free Access (Category B3)
Bexhill Railway Station
You can also take the the train from Bexhill Railway Station. It can be accessed via a 26-minute cycle or by the route 53 or route 95 bus to Bexhill.
It is served by Southern (www.southernrailway.com), with 3 services an hour to Eastbourne (around 20 minutes) and Hastings (around 10 minutes) and has hourly services to Brighton (around 1 hour) and Ashford (around 1 hour).
Bexhill Station Facilities
- 78 sheltered cycle storage spaces in the form of stands
- Toilets with baby changing facilities
- Waiting room
- Ticket office
- Telephone
- Step Free Access (Category B2)
Why take the train?
- Taking the train means you can work on the go or relax, without the stress of driving and parking.
- It’s good for the planet; trainline will show you how much C02 you saved based on your journeys!
- It can be faster than travelling by road.
Offers
Purchasing a Network Railcard can give you up to a 1/3 off your rail fares. This includes the 16-25 railcard and allows you to travel across 16 counties which including London. Visit: www.network-railcard.co.uk
If you’re a keen cyclist and fancy getting the train, then plan your journey with PlusBike. It’s a free resource tool with all the information you need to plan a stress free journey. For more information visit: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/on-the-train/train-travel-with-bicycles/ . This also provides tips when travelling with your bike.
Car Travel Options
Car sharing is a great way to have access to a car without owning one. You also get the opportunity to engage with people making the same journey as you in your local area. Why not try it out using your local car club providers. There are key benefits including saving money, reducing C02 emissions and reduced stress when travelling. To join today or find out more visit: www.liftshare.com/uk/community/eastsussexcarshare
Electric vehicles
Considering the national move towards hybrid and electric vehicles in the coming years, now is the time to make the switch and go electric!
Electric and hybrid vehicles are more affordable than you think and can offer remarkable benefits such as:
- Lower / no fuel costs
- Lower / no emissions tax
- Lower maintenance costs
- Eco-friendly with no emissions.
Zapmap provides useful information on public charging points. Visit: www.zap-map.com.
Efficient Driving Tips
Still need to drive your own car? There are many ways to help your fuel efficiency, which in turn saves you money on your fuel bill. Why not try some of the following techniques:
- Remove unnecessary weight from your car such as roof racks or boxes
- Avoid breaking and accelerating hard by driving smoothly
- Limit the use of your air conditioning
- Check your tyres are fully inflated
- Stick to the speed limit – speeding often leads to higher fuel consumption
If you wish to find any useful sites for sustainable travel such as public transport or car sharing visit our useful sites page! For more specific east sussex links, we have provided a list below:
East Sussex Sustainable Travel Links
East Sussex Health Walks
www.tcv.org.uk/southeast/volunteer-south-east/east-sussex-healthy-walks/
East Sussex Council Cycling page www.eastsussex.gov.uk/leisure-tourism/discover-east-sussex/cycling/guides-maps
East Sussex PRoW Map www.row.eastsussex.gov.uk/standardmap.aspx
East Sussex Bus Travel www.eastsussex.gov.uk/roads-transport/public/buses
Travel Vouchers
Three travel vouchers are available once for each address*. The offers which are available to you are:
- Up to £360 cashback per household for use towards public transport** (proof of purchase(s) required. One off payment).
- Up to £25 cashback per household for cycling or walking equipment*** (proof of purchase(s) required. One off payment) or £25 Halfords voucher for use towards bicycles and cycling equipment****; and
- Up to £25 cashback to cover the delivery cost only of up to 5 online food shops***** (receipts with a total value of up to £25 for delivery costs for food shops need to be submitted in one go).
Terms and Conditions
Full Terms and Conditions for the vouchers are saved here
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