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Hawkhurst sits within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, tucked away in the Kentish countryside just four miles south of Cranbrook. It is a distinctive village, effectively split into two halves: the older, more tranquil Highgate at the top of the hill, and The Moor to the south, which centers around a large, traditional village green. Historically, the area was once the heart of the Wealden iron industry and later gained notoriety in the 18th century as the base for the infamous Hawkhurst Gang of smugglers. Today, the village is well-served by local amenities, including two small supermarkets and a uniquely housed independent cinema in a converted Tudor Hall. While the village no longer has its own railway station, residents usually head to nearby Etchingham or Staplehurst for direct links into London. Being within the catchment area for Cranbrook School is a significant practical draw for many, though the village maintains its own quiet, rural identity, surrounded by ancient woodland and remaining hop gardens.