Where to Wine and Dine
The list below are only suggestion of just a few of the local establishments and there are many more, your feedback is welcome
The Woodcock Inn
– 15 minutes brisk walk
Our local Inn, one mile up the lane, best to have a torch and high viz if walking back in the evening as there is not a pavement. Can pop in for a drink but you must pre book if you wish to dine as it’s a cosy place with a garden , very popular and privately owned .
Woodcock Lane, Iden Green, TN17 4HT
01580 240009
The Bell Ticehurst
– 20 minutes drive
Popular quirky old inn in the centre of Ticehurst, great for a drink and or eating, must book for food, lovely for alfresco dining (weather permitting)
Ticehurst, TN5 7AS
01580 200300
The West House
– 15 minutes drive 7 miles
Mr Garrett has an unsurpassable record of providing outstanding dining since the turn of the century and has one many many accolades, the best kent secret! Modern European.
You probably should have booked in their tiny family restaurant before you thought of coming to stay here at Waters End.
Fine dining in a less formal manner- not to be missed
28 High St, Biddenden, Ashford TN27 8AH
01580 291341
The White Dog
– 16 minutes drive 6 miles
Ewehurst village pub, customer and dog friendly Inn, fabulous views over towards Bodiam Castle from the garden and good vitals. Very busy on a sunny day so book to avoid dissappointment.
Village Street, Ewhurst Green, Robertsbridge TN32 5TD
01580 830264
www.thewhitedogewhurst.co.uk
The Bull at Benenden
– 5 minutes drive
Set in a beautiful idyllic village The Bull at Benenden is a very popular award winning public house.
For table reservations of 10 guests and under, it’s best to telephone 01580 240054 to book, as the office isn’t always open.
https://www.thebullatbenenden.co.uk/
The Three Chimneys
– 15 minutes drive 7.6 miles
Famous old pub that if you mention you have visited the gardens of Sissinghurst the next question is “did you go to TheThree Chimneys”.
Deceptively larger than you expect and at least a glass of ale should be consumed.
Hareplain Rd, Biddenden, Ashford TN27 8L
01580 291472
The Standard Inn
– 30 minutes 12 miles
Easily miss this charming little Inn as you walk down Rye high street,smallbut tasty menu, not possible to book, pot luck but usually do not have to wait too long for a table, sensibly priced.
The Mint, Rye TN31 7EN
01797 225231
The Globe Inn
– 30 minutes 12 miles
An Inn without a counter, more of a display of scrumptious delights tempting you before you have even got the menu. Can only book if large numbers so either be patient or go early or late, worth the wait.
10 Military Rd, Rye TN31 7NX
01797 225220
The Crown at Hastings
– 30 minutes drive 13 miles
The Crown is an independently run freehouse in the heart of Hastings Old Town at the foot of the country park, and a stone’s throw away from the beach.
They serve modern British food in a friendly informal environment using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.
https://www.thecrownhastings.co.uk/
Work in progress – having to vet all – could take some time
It’s hard work but someones got to do it !!!!