Nothing warms my heart on a cold winter's day like a bite to eat for lunch out at a great pub with…read morefamily and friends, and this fit the bill perfectly. When we pulled up there was a very wary pack of wild deer, maybe about 10 or so, in the back paddock adjacent to the pub. There is a small car park round the side with a few spaces, so we had to be very quiet when we pulled up, so as not to frighten the deer. I managed to snap one pic and Peeww!! Off they went. The pub wasn't built for today's tall people, so there's a bit of maneuvering to be done if you're over 6 foot tall, but once you're in, this place is fantastic. Full of character, cold (and warm...shudder) beer on tap, and a quiet hum of a British country pub. The locals, young and old, seem to enjoy it here, and the staff were very friendly. Service was good, the food came out on time and there was always someone there to pull a pint when required. Apparently there is a nice little beer garden out the back, but when I visited it was closed (it was winter though, so no biggy) Pooh bridge is nearby, so if you're in the area, doing an AA Milne trek, pop past this great little joint and savour some of the cracking English grub. Top notch!

A real, traditional, country pub. Set in beautiful part of East Sussex not far from Pooh Bridge…read more The food here is super, we have never been let down & can take guests without a worry. There is a good choice on the menu with something for everyone. My favourite lunchtime sarnie is chargrilled chicken & bacon. delicious ! They are happy to cook something special if you phone in advance. The owners are friendly & helpful. Prices are very reasonable. It is only small (so it may be wise to reserve a table) but there is a garden & decked area at the back with lovely views. This is probably the best pub food in the area at the moment. They are not an all day pub but open 12 till 3pm & 6pm till 11pm. Closed Sunday evening & all day Monday. There is a car park with well hidden entrance. On B2110 the Forset Row to Hartfield road.

Wonderful British pub with lots of character. It is clear that they have many locals. The loss of…read moreone star was for the service which did not appear welcoming and was slow. We saw one couple consume three courses before we had one. Also after my first drink and sitting with an empty glass for some time I had to go to the bar for a refresher despite the "table service". However the food was first class and bangers and mash I had and the soup and pear salad my wife had were freshly cooked and were very tasty. One dreams of being a regular at a pub such as this, but it is not quite so much fun when you are not a local.

The Hatch Inn is not just a great local pub, but also an awesome restaurant, for which people come…read morefrom far and wide to dine. The food served up from the kitchen is amazing and the menu changes regularly to account for the changing seasons and the available local produce. The amazing inn on a secluded green on the edge of the Ashdown Forest provides the perfect backdrop for a date, or just a good old catch up with friends. It's old world charm of medieval beams and a well used hearth are enchanting, and only add to the pleasure of the experience. At the bar you find the customary local ales and bitters, as well as guest ale options from further afield, all adding to the charm of the pub. IMHO definitely worth the trip to go and hang out, and enjoy the drinks, the food and the atmosphere at this great country inn.

Very much a laid back pub....quite a way from the road!!!. Fantastic garden at the rear, over which…read morelooms the very impressive architecture of this rather isolated pub. An absolute brilliant menu which might be seen as pricey by some.....but well worth it!! Drinks are reasonably priced and they serve the ever lovely tasting Spitfire...my fav!! Excellent parking, great service, great staff, great entertainment.....great place!!

Great food and a great garden to dine in as you look over the beautiful hills of East Sussex.read more

Wonderful country pub located in the rustic village of Danehill. The place dates back to 1847 and…read morethey have tried their best to retain as much of its old charm as possible. There's a huge maple tree in the 'adult only' sun terrace (its nice not having screaming kids interrupting your lunch) and from the front garden you get a lovely view of the South Downs. The food here is out of this world, I tried the pork loin the last time I was there and it was excellent (again, the views only added to the enjoyment). This establishment is in the AA pub guide so can get busy at weekends so if you're in a large group, it may be worth booking in advance.

Gastro pub with a Michelin star standards food! We called on a Saturday evening, very last minute…read moreand they managed to accommodate us for a meal! Menu is daily, for starter's we tried Lamb cheek and tongue with rocket and also king prawns with chilli glaze. For main we opted all to have the salmon and the food was cooked to perfection, display on the plate deserved an art award and taste was simply to ones requirements! They have a nice wine list and also have daily specials board! Deserts menu alters as per daily menu and be aware there is no mobile phone reception, which makes it more of a unique place! You forget your phone existed and dig into some tasty food!

With its beautiful roof of Norfolk reeds and oak beams, this pub really is a charming place to head…read morefor a nice long lunch on a warm day. There's a huge garden to accommodate large groups and there's plenty of room inside the place too. The staff and owners are really friendly and can't do enough to make you feel welcome. Food wise, I can't recommend the steaks enough here. They source the meat locally and you can tell the difference in the flavour. The Sirloins are fantastic and the chef really knows how to cook it to order (you'd be surprised how many don't. Perfect place to head to on a sunny Sunday afternoon.

The Thatched Inn will always hold a little place in my heart. Aside from the great impression it…read moremakes on pulling into the car park, due to the exceptionally maintained thatched roof, it is the 'pubiness' that makes it a winner. Located on the fringes of Hassocks and overlooking a beautiful stretch of Sussex countryside (great for a post Sunday roast walk to preserve the waistline!), the pub has the advantage of space that Brighton establishments sometimes lack. You would be hard pressed not to find a parking space and the same applies to seating within. The pub provides a cozy bar including a pool table if you fancy stopping by for a swift pint, the 'Keymer' bar for a more relaxed beverage and a large, yet homely dining area if you have come to eat. I will come back to the food in a minute. In the summer, the expansive secluded garden is perfect for children to bomb about, or for those summer nights when the weather is pleasant (of course, a bit hit and miss in this country!). The menu is wide ranging (check the website for a current list of dishes) and offers traditional, quality pub food. A lot of the produce is locally sourced and cooked to order. Sometimes this does mean that you wait a little longer for your meal, but the wait is worth it in such a nice environment. This is a great pub to consider for a Sunday roast, especially if you live in Brighton and have access to a car. They will happily take bookings and also cater for private parties in the dining area. I would have liked to see a wider range of ales on tap, but they do try and keep a local brew or two in rotation. Aside from that, expect your regular range of alcoholic tipples on offer. Many moons ago, in my youth we used to walk to the Thatched from Burgess Hill for our Friday drinking sessions and I would still make that walk! I guess the one negative is the location if you are without transport, but if you do make the pilgrimage from the station, I believe you will be glad that you did.

The George is one of my favorite pubs anywhere. Beautiful drive through country roads in Kent to…read moreget here, full traditional pub with a beautiful garden with tables outside. Service is super friendly, food is amazing, beer is plentiful. I would have lunch here every weekend if I could.

Five colleagues and I, at the end of an amazing week at a work conference, we're in desperate need…read moreof some food. Getting in a little late to go to London, we turned our attention to something close to the Gatwick airport. After finally sorting our Uber rides, we were off to The Farmhouse. First impressions were of a traditional British pub experience, which was a good start. Our clumsiness of grabbing a table and figuring out whether we needed to go to the bar to order or wait to be served, surely gave us away as "not locals." Our server was friendly and provided us with our menus and took our drinks order. The one shortfall was that the menu had a number of items not available and with an assist from a customer, two of us needed a rethink on their meal. In all, it was 4 Fish & Chips, One Farmhouse Burger, and a Battered Halloumi burger, plus an order of calamari, and 4 tomato and garlic soups. There were zero plates taken off the table that were not empty! I had the Halloumi burger, which had a great, crispy batter topped with some guacamole mayo with a red sauce on the side. Really good. Then we doubled down and hit the dessert menu! Two warm chocolate brownies with salted caramel ice cream and four plum tarts. We asked for some custard on the side because who doesn't like custard?! Save for the debate about whether it was more a pie than a tart, another set of empty plates were the only evidence left. Would definitely recommend The Farmhouse!

A few years ago, I had an 8 hour layover at Gatwick, so we decided to pop out and go to the nearest…read moreplace for fish and chips. They were out of fish but the chips were excellent. We also go the Camembert, olives, and some ciders. This was definitely worth the effort to leave the airport, get an Uber, and then return to the airport. Cute place with good food.

This place is great!!! The location is cute, and the building is unique with character. You can…read moretell that people really enjoy coming here. They have typical British pub food. I ordered cheesy bread and the shepherds pie. Oh my goodness... both were incredible!!! It was a weirdly cold day when I went, so the food was not only delicious but also very comforting. Coming here is a good time.

A great, slightly quirky, traditional pub in a great Sussex village…read more You won't find Chiddingly by accident - it's off a narrow lane off the A22, between Lewes and Eastbourne. The village itself dates back to Domesday and has a fine mediaeval church (worth a visit while there). In fact, the village has 55 entries in the listed building guide, so there's more than enough history to occupy the most hardened tourist before retiring to the pub for refreshment. The pub building dates back to 1774 (and possibly earlier) and is a Grade II listed building; the frontage of blue and red bricks looks suitably traditional, and through the front door there is a main bar area to the left and a wonderful snug room (with a huge fireplace) to the right. The interior is all wooden beams and stone floors, with a bar serving a good selection of real ales and generous portions of traditional pub grub, all with friendly bar staff. (NB The food is popular, so be prepared to wait at busy periods). Towards the rear of the pub, the walls are festooned with old pictures and photographs, and a motorcycling theme predominates: it is a well-known meeting place for bikers, and there's a club board by the back door giving details of events, runs, etc. Outside is a large garden, with lots of seating. The rear of the pub is decorated with old enamel advertising signs, covering every subject imaginable. Also at the back is the large, surfaced car park - perfect for rows of shiny (or, in my case, not so shiny) motorbikes. If all that wasn't enough, the pub also host a fortnightly folk and blues club (http://www.6bellsfolk.co.uk ) as well as its biker meets. Oh, and on my last visit, my mate and I (on our bikes) opted for 2 pints of soda and lime to quench our thirst, with a couple of packets of crisps. It came to £1.80. How great it is, not to feel ripped off with outrageously priced soft drinks! (Next time, though, I'll get someone else to drive so I can sample the real ales...)

One of the best country boozers in the area. Well kept Harveys & an open fire? Count me in!!! They…read moredo Old Ale in Winter too.

I was taken here by my partner's uncle who lives in the area and he's said all the mains are lovely…read morewith large portions. We had a pint and small lunches which were great. I don't generally expect much in a jacket potato; just filling and simple flavours, but something about the cheese they used really made it taste lovely.