Amazing food and service. Charming grounds and location. Staff and management are warm and…read moreaccommodating.

1/2 Moon is a foody pub - you can sit at the bar but any more than 3 people and you're blocking the…read moreroute from front to back. Food is OK but expensive compared to other similar venues locally - the food is the same as the other pubs in this small, local chain. Not sure this is a good thing as, surely, most people choose a venue on it's food and this takes away that choice... They do offer a Dining Club discount on food (must include a main course) of 10% - this is Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and 'a steak for a tenner' deal on Thursdays. The whole pub is undergoing refurbishment in early 2024 inside and out which is great news as it was looking a bit tired when we last visited. Better weather sees the use of the large field for parking and al-fresco dining which proves very popular, especially at weekends as the pub is located in the South Downs National Park and is just a (steep) walk from the South Downs Way.

So it doesn't take Einstein to work out where this establishment got its name from. Its a really…read moreimpressive pub set at the foot of Lewes' chalk pits that they used to mine in the 18th Century. Its about a mile outside of Lewes so its a little bit quieter than some of the places in town but I think that's great now and again when you want to get away from it all and just take in some beautiful surroundings. The food is all home-cooked pub grub, not too many frills and fancies but its reasonably priced and really tasty. There's some nice beers on tap that I would highly recommend you enjoy in the beer garden which is actually set in the chalk pit itself!

The Chalk Pit Inn is one of those pubs with that little bit more, than just good food or beers. Set…read morewithin the disused chalk pit, you certainly get a unique location to enjoy a pub lunch or a pint. Be warned that you will need a car to get to it, as it is far enough out of town (on the road to Haywards Heath). The pub has a rustic feel and a timeless quality that you seem to get at country establishments. They have a nice range of ales on tap and serve staple pub grub. Whilst the pub is on the edge of a busy road, the gardens are set back in the actual pit and this makes fora lovely location for a summer lunch. Keep in mind that the pub does have limited daytime opening hours during the week, but on weekends this won't be a problem. If you are in Lewes, it's only a 5 minute drive and a nice break from hectic weekend shoppers.

This place must be an absolute gold mine as every time I've been there people are queing up to…read moreorder food. We've been a couple of times for Sunday lunch and both times were excellent. The pub is absolutely beautiful and if the weathers good enough, the gardens are lovely. The decor inside is a good mix between typical warm old pub and modern contemporary. Food wise, I had the roast beef and it was definitely the best I've had pub roast wise, perfectly cooked. They have a really concise wine list to hand too with some really good French Bordeuxs available.

Stopped by for a quick lunch on a Saturday. Prices were fair for excellent quality food,…read moreparticularly if you take the set menu. Good local guest beers on tap too.

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...)

Great pub for a drink in the garden. Some of the friendliest staff and fantastic outside space…read more Only had a round of drinks but the menu was good and the food that was going out to other tables looked and smelled amazing.

One review? Ha! Well here is two. I get why there is only one. This is a hidden gem. You have to be…read morewith locals to find it. But, if you are lucky enough to find this charming country pub, you are in store for the perfect English pub experience. This centuries old homestead still oozes that ancient feel. The dishes are not only classic English but also have exciting takes on Korean and Indian fare. I say stick with the local drafts on tap and the classic English dishes. My favorites were the pea and ham soup (If you add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to put it over the top) and the local sausage and mash is on another level. The gravy is to die for!

Set in a beautiful village, this lovely old 16th Century pub has quite a substantial following and…read morewas Lord Oliviers' sort of local. As an Art club, we used it when out painting in the area. With friends and family, it offers the that lovely warm, cosy feeling on Winter days/nights. The Christmas Day menu/price works out at £60.00, could be seen as pricey but I've seen some at £85.00. Lunch and Dinner prices are around £11 £16 for Mains. Plenty of parking. If you coming from the West via A24, there is a lovely drive from The Old Barn nursery which brings you out nearly opposite The Fountain. Bit of winding lane though, so Vorsicht!!

A wonderful country pub that is a real family favourite for Sunday lunch. There's an ever changing…read moremenu with lots of local fare. The helpful staff are vey happy to help you choose and there is a good selection of homemade dishes for the kids too, alongside the traditional items like Roasts. Good selection of real ale is available too. Best of all, for those of us who like such things, it's slap bang next door to the Lavender Line steam railway. A roast and a vintage loco? Everyone's happy.

I love this place, proper village pub with home-cooked food and fantastic beers and ciders on tap…read more You always get a warm welcome here from the pub owner, his wife and their staff, whether it's your first visit or you are a regular. My favourite is the vegetarian inferno burger, which comes with a pile of proper fat chips. About a million miles from being a gastro pub and all the better for it!

This was excellent. We ordered the soup of the day (broccoli/stilton) which was excellent and…read moreserved with a mini loaf of wonderful bread. I also ordered the calamari small plate (something tomato based) and my daughter had the short rib. Both were excellent. Nice atmosphere and friendly attentive staff.

A fantastic pub in the town centre which sells a range of Harvey's beers (brewed in Lewes) and has…read morea lovely roof terrace for sunny days.

Gorgeous pub this located in the equally beautiful area of Barcombe. There's a huge amount of…read morepeople who head here when the weathers good in the Spring and Summer but that does add to the great atmosphere of this 16th Century establishment. There's a good selection of real ales on offer and the menu is geared up to sell good old fashioned pub grub, cooked using as much local produce as possible. Last time I was there I had one of their toasted ciabattas with some Sussex ham and mustard and it was excellent. Will definitely be going back for dinner soon!

The Royal Oak is a family run pub right in the middle of Barcombe. The service was excellent and i…read morewas made to feel ever so welcome. I would definitely recommend this pub and the Harvey's ales are the best around, and I've never had a bad pint from there, and the menu is worth checking out as well! Set in a beautiful village its definitely worth a visit.

Well-known gastro-pub in an idyllic countryside setting, close to the slopes of the South Downs…read more The hamlet of East Chiltington is situated at the end of a small lane, and can be a little tricky to find. Once there, the path to the front door is lined with a dense 'hedge' of lavender, providing an aromatic and sensual welcome. Very clever... Although I'm not a fan of gastro-pubs generally, I'll make an exception here, partly because it's still quite a nice pub despite the emphasis on food (although the space inside for drinking only is a bit limited), and partly because the setting is so peaceful. They do a couple of well-kept and reasonably priced interesting real ales (served straight from the barrel), several local ciders and they have very extensive wine and whisky lists. It's possible to have a light snack rather than go for the full-on dining experience: the 'Blackboard Menu' has smaller dishes between £4 and £10, including a five-cheese Ploughman's lunch for £8.45. The full menu is more expensive, but is highly regarded - expect to pay about £40-£50 a head, including wine, for three courses. A fixed-price lunch menu is popular with business types, at £15.95 for three courses. The web-site gives lots of detail on the food. The atmosphere is a combination of rustic setting and professional service: I found the staff willing, knowledgeable and friendly. There's both a terrace (at the rear) for dining and small garden at the front (dining only at lunchtimes). The only quirk I didn't understand is that they specify exactly what you are allowed (and not allowed) to eat in the garden, on the menu. The area has a dense network of public footpaths through varied countryside, if you want to walk off your indulgence afterwards...