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Written by RG - 23 Feb 2010
last update by RG - 28 Dec 2012
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Road directions
From London:
Turn off at the M23 Maidenbower Junction and you will see a roundabout. Turn left at the roundabout and follow the B2036 south until to get to Balcombe station on the right hand side of the road.
Parking
There is a pay and display station car park with up to 48 spaces, although there are places to park in nearby Balcome village if the car park is full.
Public transport

Train:
There is an hourly off-peak stopping service in both directions, but there are additional services which stop here during peak hours.

Bus:
There is a bus stop situated just outside the station, buses run direct from Crawley and Haywards Heath.
Amenities
There are toilets on the station but these are only open when the station is staffed. When the station toilets are closed the nearest toilets are in Balcombe village. If you want to buy something to eat or drink there are a few places in Balcombe village including a pub and a tea rooms.
Accommodation
There a few B&Bs and hotels in and around the area although some are not cheap.
Railway Gen Group
South East Gen
Photographic notes
Angles are good throughout the day, although photography can be tricky during winter due to low sun.
Locations Within 5 miles

Copyhold Junction
Horstead Keynes
West Hoathly, Former Station


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