Geography
| Crowborough | |
|---|---|
| Elevation | 242 m (794 ft) |
| Prominence | c. 159 m |
| Parent peak | Leith Hill |
| Listing | Marilyn |
| Location | |
| Location | High Weald, England |
| OS grid | TQ510305 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 188 |
The highest point in the town is 242 metres above sea level. This summit is the highest point of the High Weald and second highest point in East Sussex (the highest is Ditchling Beacon). Its relative height is 159 m, meaning Crowborough qualifies as one of England's Marilyns. The summit is not marked on the ground.
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