Living in Fernhurst
A charming village surrounded by the beauty of the South Downs.
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WELCOME TO
Fernhurst
Set within the South Downs National Park, Fernhurst is a picturesque West Sussex village surrounded by woodland, rolling hills and beautiful countryside. At its heart, the village green, traditional pub and historic buildings give Fernhurst a characterful, close-knit feel.
Despite its rural setting, Fernhurst is just a few miles from Haslemere, putting shops, amenities and mainline rail connections within easy reach while still offering the slower pace and sense of space that comes with village life.
EXPLORE PROPERTIES FOR SALE
Live market data |
17 August 2026
Source Rightmove & ONS | figures correct at time of update.
£870,353
+26%
15
DETACHED
2,959
37%
AVERAGE SALE PRICE
SOLD PRICES VS LAST YEAR
PROPERTIES FOR SALE
SEMI 31%
TERRACED 19%
FLATS 13%
CURRENT POPULATION
Why people love Fernhurst
A village rooted in landscape
A traditional village with community at its heart, centred around the village green and a much-loved local pub.
Set within the South Downs National Park and surrounded by wooded hills, countryside and miles of footpaths.
Just three miles from Haslemere, giving easy access to the town’s shops, services and mainline railway station.
Having its own village primary school, offering local education right at the heart of the community.
Getting Around
Fernhurst is well connected to the surrounding area, with regular bus services linking the village with Haslemere and Midhurst. Haslemere station is around a 10-minute drive away, providing mainline rail connections towards London and the South Coast. For those travelling by car, the A3 is also within easy reach via Haslemere.
Schools & Education
Fernhurst has its own small village primary school, providing a welcoming local option for younger children and playing an active role within the community. As pupils move on to secondary education, Midhurst Rother College is one of the main feeder destinations for families in the area, with close links between the local Rother Valley primary schools and the college.
Everyday Essentials
Fernhurst has a useful selection of everyday amenities within the village, including a convenience store and Post Office, alongside Crossways Fruiterers for fresh fruit and vegetables. For a wider choice of supermarkets, shops and services, Haslemere is only a short drive away.
OUR LOCAL FAVOURITES
Places we think you'll love
The Red Lion
The Red Lion is a traditional country pub with plenty of character. Serving home-cooked pub favourites, Sunday roasts and regular specials, it’s a lovely spot for lunch, dinner or a drink after exploring the surrounding countryside. In summer, the garden comes into its own, while colder days are made for settling in beside the fire.
The Fern
At the heart of Fernhurst’s recreation ground, The Pavilion is a real hub for village life, bringing together sport, community events and a relaxed place to meet. Home to local clubs and activities, it also offers space to sit out overlooking the playing fields, while The Fern café adds coffee, light bites and casual food throughout the day.
Black Down
Black Down is a beautiful National Trust spot on the edge of Fernhurst, with woodland trails, open heath and far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. It’s a lovely place for a peaceful walk, with routes leading through the trees and up towards the Temple of the Winds viewpoint.
DID YOU KNOW?
A little local knowledge
Fernhurst was once an important centre for Wealden ironworking. The village furnace produced iron for more than two centuries, including agricultural tools, domestic items and even ships’ cannons.
The village green has been at the heart of Fernhurst for centuries. Fernhurst originally developed around the crossroads and green, which remain central to village life today.
Black Down, the highest point in Sussex, rises just to the north-east of the village. Its wooded slopes and footpaths are a defining part of Fernhurst’s landscape.