Southern Rother

About

Southern Rother ward covers a rural area in the eastern part of Rother district, bordering East Sussex and Kent. The landscape features rolling farmland, small villages, and stretches of woodland, with the River Rother running through parts of the ward. Settlements include Beckley, Northiam, and Peasmarsh, each with historic churches and traditional cottages.

The area is primarily agricultural, with local farms producing crops and livestock. Transport links include the A268 road, connecting villages to larger towns like Rye and Hastings. Southern Rother has a mix of residential properties, from older homes to newer developments, alongside community facilities such as village halls and primary schools. The ward retains a quiet, countryside character with limited commercial activity.