About This Spring
## Overview Plawhatch is a public drinking water tap located at Plawhatch Biodynamic Community Farm, nestled in the village of Sharpthorne near East Grinstead in West Sussex, England. The tap is mounted on an outside wall of the farm and is accessible to the public during daylight hours. Plawhatch Farm is a well-known biodynamic community farm that has been working the land using biodynamic and organic principles for decades. The farm sits within the beautiful High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a landscape shaped by centuries of farming, woodland management, and rural life in the Sussex countryside. The farm operates a shop on-site and welcomes visitors, asking only for donations from those who use its facilities. ## Directions 1. From East Grinstead, head south on the A22 toward Forest Row. 2. At the roundabout, take the turning toward Sharpthorne via the B2028. 3. Follow the road into Sharpthorne village. 4. Look for signs to Plawhatch Farm — the farm is located off Plawhatch Lane, just outside the village centre. 5. The GPS coordinates (51.074791, -0.008709) will guide you directly to the farm entrance. 6. Once on the farm, the drinking water tap is mounted on an outside wall — ask at the farm shop if you need help locating it. ## What to Expect Visitors will find a simple tap mounted on the outside wall of one of the farm buildings. The water source serves as a public drinking spring, and the farm generously makes it available to passers-by and visitors during daylight hours. The farm shop is nearby and welcomes donations from those who stop by. Plawhatch Farm itself is a charming and peaceful place to visit, with fields, livestock, and gardens managed according to biodynamic principles. The surrounding High Weald landscape offers lovely walking opportunities, and the village of Sharpthorne is a quiet, picturesque spot in the Sussex countryside. The Bluebell Railway, a popular heritage steam railway, runs nearby and its station at West Hoathly/Sharpthorne is within easy reach. Note that access is limited to daylight hours, so plan your visit accordingly. There is no formal parking area specifically for the tap, but the farm does accommodate visitors to its shop and grounds.
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Directions
Community SubmittedDirections 1. From East Grinstead, head south on the A22 toward Forest Row. 2. At the roundabout, take the turning toward Sharpthorne via the B2028. 3. Follow the road into Sharpthorne village. 4. Look for signs to Plawhatch Farm — the farm is located off Plawhatch Lane, just outside the village centre. 5. The
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Tips
Bring empty jugs or bottles to fill up.
Accessible by road — pull off carefully.
Parking available nearby.
Safety Info
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