Lindfield Rural is a civil parish in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex, England. It is located on the southern slopes of the Weald, five miles (8 km) to the east of Haywards Heath. It covers an area of and has a population of 2644 persons (2001 census). The parish council meets in the Millennium Hall in the village of Scaynes Hill. Landmarks Scaynes Hill is a Site of Special Scientific Interest within the parish. The site is a disused quarry, which has exposed sandstone originating from the Wealden flood plain. References Mid Sussex District