Horsham is a local government district in West Sussex encompassing the historic market town of Horsham and surrounding villages including Billingshurst, Steyning, Henfield, and Pulborough within an area of attractive Sussex countryside stretching from the Surrey border to the South Downs. This predominantly rural district features some of the most desirable villages in southeast England, the northern fringes of the South Downs National Park, and the picturesque River Arun valley. The climate is typical of southeast England with mild temperatures, moderate rainfall, and warmer, drier conditions than UK average, favorable for agriculture and outdoor recreation. Culturally, Horsham maintains strong historic identity with its medieval Causeway (picturesque cobbled street), St Mary's Church, and the famous Carfax (town center) with its historic buildings and traditional market. The area preserves important heritage including Horsham Museum (housed in a historic building with extensive local collections), numerous medieval churches, and grand country houses like Leonardslee and Wakehurst (though Wakehurst is technically in Mid Sussex). Steyning preserves exceptional historic character with its Norman church and ancient buildings while the Downs villages maintain traditional Sussex identity. The district's position on the edge of the South Downs provides spectacular walking, including the South Downs Way, while the Knepp Estate's groundbreaking rewilding project has gained international recognition. Boundary GIS data for Horsham District Council is available for download in GeoJSON and KML formats, essential for managing this desirable West Sussex district, preserving market town heritage, and supporting sustainable development on the South Downs fringe.

📍 Administrative boundary of horsham local authority district

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