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About Bodiam

Bodiam is a small East Sussex village famous for its spectacular 14th-century castle, which sits surrounded by a water-filled moat. Most visitors arrive via the A21 from London or use local roads from nearby towns like Hastings and Battle. The castle appears to float on its moat, creating one of England's most photographed medieval scenes.

Where is Bodiam on the map?

Bodiam is in England, at 51.006, 0.538 - about 11 km south of Hartley, Kent 2.

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The closest airport to Bodiam is London Gatwick Airport, 88 km (about 1 h 6 min by car).

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