The Royal is operated by James Hickson, who has a solid hospitality background having learned his trade at well-loved restaurants and gastropubs including St John, Great Queen Street, The Canton Arms and Moro. James is hands-on at the pub, overseeing the relaxed yet lively atmosphere, friendly service and sophisticated food and drink. The kitchen is led by head chef, Andrew Taylor-Gray, who has previously worked at Petersham Nurseries, Hix and The Canton Arms.The Royal has been included in the Michelin Guide since February 2020 with Bib Gourmand status, which we have maintained ever since.A welcoming gastropub for locals and visitors alike in St. Leonards-On-Sea and Hastings, low-key and down-to-earth, The Royal occupies an historic corner site right opposite St. Leonards Warrior Square station.
The Crown is an independently run award-winning freehouse in the heart of Hastings Old Town, open at 11am every day. Our kitchen is open 12-4, 5 till 9. We serve modern British food in a friendly informal environment using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. We create dishes from scratch, including homemade bread, fish from the surrounding seas and seasonal veg.We serve local real ales & craft beers, wine and a specialist gin and whisky selection and delicious coffee.'High Top Tables' refers to our high tables with bar stools. You can book a table for drinks only.Dogs are welcome, 'paws on the floors' please.Children welcome, we have a kids menu.For allergies & intolerances, please let your server know before ordering. We serve our full menu on a Sunday, but it is not a traditional roast dinner. Please call us if you are running later than your booked time.Table bookings for 2 hours for up to 4ppl; 3 hours for 5+ people. Tables from 7pm onwards are for whole evening.
We are a country Gastropub owned by farmers. Our farm supplies the beef, lamb and pork and we source other ingredients from local producers where we can. Our small seasonal menu changes regularly reflecting what is available in our area. We pride ourselves on being very much a country pub, offering freshly prepared seasonal food and a warm welcome. We also love offering locally produced drinks, such as gins, rums, ales and wines, giving you the complete taste of Sussex.
The Ferry Inn is a serendipitous country public house with welcoming staff, character rooms, candlelight, open fires, real ales, popular foods and fantastic sunsets. A 17th Century former smugglers haunt-- this is a pretty little pub in a lovely marshland setting with tables and benches on the front terrace and in the back alongside the riverbank. Inside it's very easygoing and chatty. The main bar has hop-draped painted beams, a green dado, and stools against the bar where they serve a beer called Oxney Ale specially brewed for the pub by Westerham Brewery. To the right is a cosy eating area with wheelback chairs-- ideal for a banquette with friends around a few long tables.
Set within the historical parish of Hartfield famous for A.A.Milne Winnie-the-Pooh books. The Gallipot Inn lies a stones throw from Ashdown Forest and has an excellent reputation for food & drink throughout the area. Famous for our dishes including lambs' kidneys with red wine sauce, probably the best 'Smokie' (Poached haddock gratin) in Sussex or seared King scallops with crispy prosciutto & pesto.During the summer months fresh fish is our speciality and moving into autumn local game will be showing on the special board. Our wild terraced garden in summer is one of the best you'll find in Sussex and in the colder months we have roaring log fires to keep you warm and cosy.Our menu is 95% gluten free and is adaptable to any food allergens or intolerances.The Folland family warmly welcome you to our establishment.
THE INNThe Print House Inn, a 16th Century Inn designed with quirky boho decor close to Chapel Down & Gusbourne Vineyards. The Inn has a restaurant area and walled garden to enjoy when the sun is out. We are very proud that we have held the Open Table 'Restaurant of the year' for 2024 & 2025INSIDE THE INNChef Katie has worked for many years in many well know restaurants - The Poet in Matfield, The Ivy in London, The Sun Inn Kirby and more recently the Plough in Lupton. Using local, seasonal produce Katie produces contemporary English Cuisine with a twist.Our Lounge with deep velvet sofa, deep chairs and a wood burning stove is the place to enjoy a glass of English Sparkling Wine, a Print House Cocktail or a local ale before your meal. We have an extensive Gin & Malt Whisky menu to enjoy.OUTSIDE THE INNA large walled courtyard is the perfect place to while a way a summer evening. with tableland an outside screen for the odd film or two.
The Poet offers an informal yet refined dining experience in the heart of Kent. Mentioned in both the Good Food Guide and Harden's, and set in a charismatic 16th century building, diners can expect food of the highest standards, made using the finest local and seasonal produce, lovingly prepared by a small team of chefs led by Head Chef & Director Lee Adams. In addition to the food, we offer a meticulously curated wine list and innovative cocktails.World War I poet Siegfried Sassoon lived in Matfield and is the inspiration behind the name. Sassoon was awarded the Military Cross, and later won acclaim for his writing. We're pretty sure he would have loved our food too!A warm welcome awaits diners from Front of House Manager Mary Jane Frost and her team. We look forward to seeing you!Due to space and storage constraints, we do not cater for the vegan diet. We also don't accept cash, nor do we accept 'outside' food such as birthday cakes.Late cancellations / No Show - £40 pp.
The Five Bells is a stunning 16th century inn overlooking the North Downs in East Brabourne. A quintessential English country pub with four gorgeous guest suites. Proud to have been twice voted Kent Life Pub of the Year and winner of Kent Pub of the Year at the 2019 National Pub Awards.To get in touch with us by email, please contact us at info@fivebellsbrabourne.co.uk or you can contact our Central Reservations Team at reservations@therocksaltgroup.com