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Straddling the River Teise on the border of Kent and East Sussex, Lamberhurst remains defined by its deep valley topography and its history as a center of the Wealden iron industry. The village is perhaps best known for the ruins of 14th-century Scotney Castle, but its daily life revolves around the long, sloping High Street and the open space of the Down. While the construction of the A21 bypass years ago restored a sense of quiet to the village center, it remains well-connected, with the commuter hubs of Tunbridge Wells and Wadhurst just a few miles away. For those who live here, the landscape is a significant draw; the village is surrounded by the vineyards of the Lamberhurst Estate and sits on the edge of Bewl Water, the largest inland body of water in the South East, which offers extensive walking and cycling routes right on the doorstep. It is a practical spot that manages to feel rural without being isolated, maintaining a traditional community layout with a primary school, local pubs, and a village hall that serves as a genuine focal point for the parish.