About the Millenium Map:

The intention was to involve a wide cross section of the community - of all ages and interests. A group of eighteen tackled the task with contributions from 8 ithers. Children from local primary schools produced the birds, animals and the flowers. With such a rich architectural setting, history and lively community today, the prospect of producing a map which adequately reflected all aspects of the community, its past and present, was daunting. What could we leave out? What should we include? Interestingly it was the newer residents who had more concern about Lindfield's history. Older residents emphasised the need to show today's vibrant community as illustrated by the names of all the organisations, clubs and shops.

The map shows part of the 1844 tithe map. It also shows aerial views of the village. The artist was given a trip in a light aircraft to enable him to take the necessary photographs! The map surround depicts significant village buildings. There are two panels of information on village history. The whole map is resting on a pattern of lime tree leaves, reflecting the local significance of this tree - Lindfield means "open country with lime trees". A web site on the village signpost brings the village into the 21st Century.

The map was unveiled by the Hon. Nicholas Soames, Member of Parliament for Mid-Sussex. Financial support was received from Lindfield Parish Council, West Sussex County Council and "Awards For All".

The original map hangs in the Library of the King Edward Hall, Lindfield.