Sussex Greensand Way, Roman road in West Sussex, England.
The Sussex Greensand Way is a Roman road in West Sussex that runs from Barcombe Mills to Stane Street at Hardham, following a natural ridge north of the South Downs. The modern route can be traced through East Chiltington, past Plumpton Racecourse, and continues northward to the junction at Hassocks.
The route was built during the Roman period to connect farming estates and villas, enabling regional trade between settlements. It remained a key transportation corridor for centuries, shaping how the landscape was settled afterward.
The route passes through places with Saxon names such as Streat, showing how Roman infrastructure shaped the development of later settlements. This pattern reveals the long-term impact of the original route planning on the region.
Visitors can walk sections of the old road, particularly between the key landmarks like East Chiltington and Hassocks. It is best to explore during daylight hours, as some stretches pass through rural terrain.
Archaeological digs near the junction with Stane Street revealed a Roman bathhouse and a posting station used for administrative purposes. These finds show the site was an important hub for administration and comfort for traveling officials.
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