HERE IS A SNAP SHOT OF SOME OF THE REVIEWS WE RECEIVE. WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR THESE.

LINDA - APRIL 2024

Countryside enfolded the TJS and as soon as we walked in we were made to feel welcomed. Our room was clean and fresh. Everything you needed had been thought of, big walk-in shower. fluffy robes, small fridge with water and milk for your tea. We only had breakfast but was freshly cooked and lasted us all day. We loved our stay and would definitely go back. TJS gets our thumbs up.

Michael - APRIL 2024

Hi all at The Jolly,

Thank you for making our first stay and time at The Jolly such a wonderful couple of days. We really enjoyed our time, resting, relaxing, eating & drinking. Our two little doggies, Maisie & Archie had fun as well. They particularly liked the gravy bone treats!

I've left a review which I hope is okay.

Can't wait to return. 

GRACE - APRIL 2024

It was a lovely stay we had a little area for the dog which was much appreciated. We ate there both nights ,its night was a French set menu which was lovely and Christina emailed to say that so we could book the menu otherwise was great so we booked another night. Also their were loads of wineries within a very small distance all in all a great stay and we def would stay again EXCELLENT

MAGGIE AND BRIAN - MAR 2024

Thanks to all the Jolly team for a lovely relaxing stay. Our room and bathroom were super, spacious and well appointed and the huge bed was extremely comfortable. Your staff were friendly and efficient and our dinner was delicious with top quality locally sourced ingredients. We stayed during a couple of days’  heavy rain so weren’t able to go for one of the walks we had planned so your kind offer of a late checkout was much appreciated. Hope to come back in the summer to enjoy your lovely gardens and countryside. Terrific breakfast too!

ALICE - MARCH 2024

Our stay was absolutely faultless. We couldn't have wished for a more perfect country escape. We loved the little touches in the room, such as the homemade fudge and fresh milk and elderflower cordial in the mini fridge and the list of suggested walks with accompanying laminated pamplets which included a map and instructions. Our favourite walk was to the local vineyard (Artelium) - which was very idyllic and the vineyard was superb.

JANNINE AND CHRIS (and Corky) - Feb 2024

Well, we had a really lovely evening with you this week, celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary.

So close to home, but it felt  so far away! And we are most grateful for the care that was given to our stay; the room was ideal for us, the evening meal exceptionally good and the breakfast poached eggs sublime!

So since we only live on the doorstep, it's safe to say we'll be back. Might not be so eccentric as to stay the night again, but with such lovely rooms, who knows?!

REBECCA - FEB 2024

Beautiful little place to stay, staff very attentive and super friendly. It was the perfect place to relax before attending a wedding near by.

SERENA - JAN 2024

Tremendous!

The accommodation was really comfortable. The team were totally invested in the place and were really interested and excited by the place and surroundings! The food was tremendous - eat here and the wine was delicious, well chosen and really interesting! We had a wonderful time.

STEVE - JAN 2024

Lovely, quiet location. Room was clean, tidy, comfortable & had everything you'd need. Staff were attentive & friendly. The food at dinner & breakfast was lovely.

RICHARD - JAN 2024

It felt like arriving in a tucked-away country pub which the locals would wish to keep quiet about so that they could keep it to themselves! From the outside at the front, not much gives away the cosy, open-fired interior with cask beer barrels on show. Improvements in the garden point to an ambitious team with a vision for entertaining.

Marty - DEC 2023

Thank you for your email and the offer of a discount for our next stay, we may very well take you up on that

We really enjoyed our stay these are my thoughts:

When I first walked in to your pub I loved the atmosphere, the smell and glow of the open fire. The tasteful decorations, helpful staff and a wonderful Christmas ambience put me (us) at ease and we were able to truly look forward to our stay. When you arrive somewhere you’ve never been, it’s those first impressions that really count. Thank you for the lovely welcome. 

The cleaners were running behind but you told us what to expect while showing us to our room. The room was ideal, exactly what we needed with lots of attention to detail. The fresh milk and waters in the fridge, coffee machine and range of tea, really was much appreciated. The only thing I can think of in addition would be a lamp. The lights are all very bright and sometimes it’s nice to get cosy in lamp light. 

We decided to join everyone for midnight with canapés and Champagne. The Christmas tree in the pub was truly beautiful, I sat admiring it while we listened to the band. 

The charcuterie board was tasty, I think butter and chutney, maybe a bit of handmade coleslaw or something would have been a good accompaniment. As it was, I think £10 would have been a fairer price, but I do understand we were enjoying live music as well so..

The sparkling wine in our room was delicious (for me, much nicer than the champagne, but everyone’s different)..

Our breakfast was delicious thank you (although my muffins were rock hard for some reason..) we loved sitting, chatting and soaking in that wonderful start of a New Year with you.

Thank you SO much for all of your hard work and attention to detail at a very challenging time of year for everyone in the hospitality industry. Add to that, the pressures of the cost of living crisis on businesses as well as relentless stormy weather affecting bookings. Sickness and the fallout from the Pandemic, all of these things make life so difficult for everyone at the moment. 

Our stay at the Jolly Sportsman came as a blessed relief from all of that and our 2023 finale could not have felt better. What a great team you are!

2024 the year of ‘more’ I hope. More peace, more love and much much more fun for everyone. 

TIM - DEC 2023

Cosy stay between Xmas and New Year

Lovely, clean room with nice touches such as bottled water, bottled milk and china cups. Huge bed and very comfortable. Clean, spacious bathroom with a lovely shower. Breakfast (and the evening meal we had) were excellent and the staff/service was great. Remot but good location for exploring the South Downs and South Coast. Hope to go back

MATTHEW - DEC 2023

The room was fantastic, the bathroom too. The food and drink were excellent. The people working at the Jolly Sportsman are charming. Fully recommend.

ARETAS - DEC 2023

We were very well looked after by attentive and friendly staff (particular thanks to Chrissie), the room was very spacious (we opted premium, other rooms looked much more modest in size) and well fitted. We found some unexpected comforts for a country inn like bathrobes, complimentary chocolates, milk and water in the fridge. The food is fantastic. A big and very delicious breakfast. We also had a fantastic lunch upon arrival. A really nice experience overall.

ELOISE - DEC 2023

Very pretty pub with a roaring fire, and the emperor sized beds are like sleeping on a cloud. Hot and strong shower, homemade elderflower cordial and chocolates in the rooms. I’ve tried all the rooms during the time I’ve stayed, and they’re all great. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff who are kind and attentive, including setting me off to work with a hot bacon sandwich because I was leaving very early. The food is also fantastic and VERY importantly, they are dog friendly. I’ve already booked to return.

BEVERLEY - NOV - 2023

I already emailed to say what a nice time we had with you and how impressed we were with the service, food, the surroundings, the whole place is a delight.
The only tiny improvement we can think of is an adapter socket available for recharging a toothbrush or razor, but probably you had one downstairs. The welcome for dogs is very kind and special. You may be interested to know that Enzo came 2nd in the silver section of the truffle hunting competition at the Festival at Plumpton after a restful stay with you.
So thank you all, I would love to come back.

SETON - NOV 2023

Great room and service

We had an amazing stay. The room and facilities provided were great. The bed was so comfortable, we really struggled to get out in the morning. We would definitely come again if needed as we were attending an event in the area.

NIGEL - NOV 2023

Lovely old traditional pub , comfortable rooms

Jolly sportsman is tucked away in a beautiful location , foot of South Downs : Warm welcome , room was clean and very comfortable, only one night stay Dinner : proper county pub , food is top quality and surprisingly good wine list : staff and service excellent. Everyone @ the jolly sportsman friendly and helpful : Good breakfast choice We would stay again when next in the area

OCT 2023

Very relaxing stay with great facilities.

Great country location with excellent views. Very quiet with super facilities. Rooms were very clean and comfortable with great details like coffee machines, very comfortable spacious beds and great bathroom facilities. The breakfast was delicious with great choices and the staff were friendly and helpful throughout our visit. We will definitely be returning.

JOSEPH GRIFFITHS - OCT 2023

A truly fantastic country pub and B&B! We booked to stay for one evening the day before we arrived. We reached The Jolly Sportsman after hiking from Eastbourne! Our welcome was extremely friendly and helpful, the room was excellent and the food was exceptional! The breakfast in the morning was very enjoyable and certainly helped for our next day of hiking! A frankly hidden gem!

ABIGAIL - OCT 2023

The food was outstanding quality and amazing value for money. We needed to dash off early in the morning, the staff accommodated this and had breakfast ready for us. The room was very clean and quiet.

LYN, CRAIG, MANUELA & ROBERT - OCT 2023

Our recent stay with you (and I speak on behalf of our friends too, Mr. and Mrs Lotter) was just so thoroughly enjoyable! 

We cannot speak highly enough of everyone there, who went above and beyond in looking after us. From check in onwards with lovely Emily, we could not have asked for more.

With delicious food and an excellent wine list, local beers and cider, 

plus a very comfortable room and super en-suite, this was definitely a recipe to keep everyone very happy.

We will not hesitate to recommend you to family and friends and one day we’d love to return too.

CASPER - SEPT 2023

The Jolly Sportsman is truly and literally "a hidden gem"! Remotely located but very accessible through romantic long and winding roads. An attractive pub and restaurant (compliments to Hebe and the chef!) with a delicious choice of meals prepared with local produce. The wine list needs mentioning separately. It is extensive with a beautiful selection of local wines. The Jolly is very dog friendly which is a big bonus. Christina is a delightful host; we felt at home the moment we arrived. We'll certainly be back for some more beautiful walks around the downs.

JOHN HARBOUR - SEPT 2023

Just to say again, what a gem! Our short stay was perfect. The entire experience and your lovely staff. Can’t wait to return! 

KATHERINE - SEPT 2023

Beautiful location with lots of lovely walks. Room felt very luxurious with lots of nice touches added like the freshly foraged blackberry cordial. Really impressed with the vegetarian options at the pub. It’s really refreshing to find somewhere where a lot of care and thought has gone into making a genuinely exciting and interesting vegetarian option, thank you!

JULIE - SEPT 2023

A sublime retreat. Peaceful location. Room facilities, grounds and restaurant all very special. Lots of really homely touches in the room which made it even more welcoming. Staff were incredibly accommodating and helpful.

LOUISE ELLIOTT - AUGUST 2023

The rooms are clean and cosy with friendly warm staff very welcoming. Food is wonderful and the gardens are stunning. A beautiful Gem tucked away in the countryside.
Rooms: The rooms are clean and cosy with a lovely modern decor lovely beds and a wide selection of teas to suit everyone. It is nice to have the added treat popped in upon arrival and a mini fridge.
Nearby activities: Not far from Glyndebourne opera house, the quaint town of Lewes and the infamous Brighton. Lovely local walks.
Food & drinks: Absolutely wonderful food. Couldn’t recommend eating here more.

TREVOR RICHTER - AUGUST 2023

What a pleasant surprise to receive your 'thank your' email. 

We all had a wonderful stay at the Jolly Sportsman, the rooms, catering and bar facilities (especially having the luxury of real ale out of the barrel) were simply the best. Your 'pub' is a credit to you, as are your staff who were all friendly and very helpful.

As you know our reason for staying with you was Glynbourne and my wife and I are hoping to book with you and visit Glynbourne again next year to help celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary! Early days in the planning as yet but we very much hope that both our sons and their wives will come with us, so a party of six in total, dates yet to be confirmed! 

Thank you again Chrissie for our stay this year, it was lovely to meet you and that lovely dog of yours too!!

THORSTEN - AUG 2023

We recommend! This hotel exceeded our expectations. The rooms were the nicest we had on our tour of England. Even though the hotel is very far out, the beer garden and the restaurant were always full. On Saturday, you could not get a seat in the restaurant anymore. But the hotel always keeps spaces free for the hotel guests. The garden/Beer garden is very nice and was well visited on the summer weekend. Due to the temperatures that were cooling in the evening, we were glad that there was a conservatory where you could sit "half-out". The food was not cheap but very good and looked more like a fine dining than a typical pub. Fish and chips are searched there in vain. The staff were always very friendly and courteous. The breakfast was very good. You could choose the breakfast in advance. Instead of the boring toast, there was homemade toasted bread. Very tasty. Also for the dogs there was a "dog station" on the hotel corridor with blankets, food...

HILLARY BANNER -AUGUST 2023

A gem of a place to stay – well appointed bedroom and bathroom for their size and all home comforts catered for

Excellent breakfasts await you next morning – and even better still, if you can enjoy a meal there before you turn in for bed.

MARIANNE ANNE - JULY 2023

We cannot fault the staff in terms of their attitude and customer service. All our needs and queries were met with a pleasant and friendly manner. The accommodation was lovely, very comfortable and clean, different and with private access to rooms although the stairs to rooms may be an issue for some visitors. Perfect for families meeting up.

GRAHAME - JULY 2023

Great country pub hotel, relaxed atmosphere. Good food in the restaurant. Our room was comfortable, stylish and well appointed. We had one of the smaller double rooms but our en suite was large with a full width shower. Dog friendly. Large, multi level garden surrounding the back. Quiet location in a rural backwater but seems a popular place as it was pretty busy even in midweek.

MARCHANT - JULY 2023

I especially enjoyed the jazz duo on Thursday night; I felt really comfortable even though I was alo

Beautiful setting at the foot of the downs, it is quite remote but that suited me well. I had a lovely room with views across the countryside.

PALLAB - JUNE 2023

The grounds are gorgeous, the staff and owners are super friendly, the rooms were really lovely. Definitely worth a stay!! Wine list includes English sparkling and they sell CZECH Budvar. What more could you ask for!!

MICHAEL - JUNE 2023

Breakfast was perfect and the staff very friendly and efficient. The bedroom was very comfortable and the bathroom perfect.

JOHN - JUNE 2023

The room and ensuite shower room had been recently refurbished and were spacious and comfortable. The dinner was exceptional and more than matched a dinner earlier this year at a 2 Michelin starred London restaurant. The service was prompt and friendly. There was a very good choice of dishes for breakfast, all prepared to order. If anything the full English breakfast was over generous but delicious.

STEPHANIE - MAY 2023

On behalf of our small group (we stayed in you rooms 1 and 3 last weekend), i’d like to thank you and your team very much for your hospitality, kindness, lovely accommodation and exquisite food! We had a wonderful time and will be sure to recommend the Jolly Sportsman to our friends.
Wishing you a successful summer with your new garden bar!

DONNA LEIGH - MAY 2023

The breakfast was excellent, one of the best, beautifully cooked and a lovely setting. The sunshine helped also. Staff attentive but also quite relaxed. Gardens were pretty but an area is currently in work. Nice touches of tea/coffee, homemade elderflower cordial. Our room was lovely, very clean and modern, nice colour scheme. Some nice walking routes departing from the pub/hotel.

CHARLOTTE - MAY 2023

After initially planning to only have dinner at the pub once, we ended up eating there both nights as the food and staff was excellent. The breakfast was also outstanding. The staff were super friendly and also gave us great recommendations for hiking. Highly recommend it!

PHILLIP - APRIL 2023

From the moment I arrived i was made welcome, evening meal was delicious and breakfast well I have never tasted such good Eggs benedict seriously it was the best i have ever had. Room was fabulous the bed comfortable all in all wow a brilliant package

JILLIAN - APRIL 2023

A gorgeous, cosy countryside pub with the people to match! Every detail was thought of and finished to high quality (I wanted to steal the bathroom tiles) - amazing food and drink and the cutest black Labrador Roman was the cherry on top of the cake.

RICHARD - MARCH 2023

Exceeded our expectations, will come again!

Lovely location and very stylish quirky ground floor layout. Our warm and well appointed room with 'top end' shower and comfy bed, was a delight. Our dinner and breakfast were amazing! The intriguing menus were an adventure! Chrisie and her friendly staff were very attentive and helpful, without being over fussy. We had a lovely evening in the restaurant, with fellow diners who were clearly enjoying the ambiance as much as we were x

Jillian - March 2023

A gorgeous, cosy countryside pub with the people to match! Every detail was thought of and finished to high quality (I wanted to steal the bathroom tiles) - amazing food and drink and the cutest black Labrador Roman was the cherry on top of the cake.

Jono Ellwood - March 2023

In short, it was excellent. I enjoyed my lunch on Wednesday 8th, the room was presented to a pleasantly high standard and was quiet, comfortable and well appointed. Dinner on the 8th was delicious and my breakfast the following day was equally enjoyable.

All the staff were welcoming, polite and cheerful and I hope to take you up on offer of 10% off my next visit, within the next six months. 

Ben o’neill - march 2023

Just wanted to say that we had the best time this weekend so thank you!! Walks were perfect. Room was great, as expected. But the real surprise was the food. We thought we were just visiting a local pub and we expecting a burger or something similar but the meal last night was incredible! (As was breakfast this morning) Our little puppy (Alfie) has been sleeping all afternoon!

Looking forward to another visit soon!

Fiona - Feb 2023

Perfect location in the South Downs. Lovely food, accommodation and staff. Would stay again.

Beautiful location in the countryside with lots of outdoor space. lovely rooms and dining areas. gorgeous bedroom and en-suite. Lots of parking. Lovely toiletries.

Kimberly Hickman - Jan 2023

Thank you so much for the wonderful stay on Saturday. The room was absolutely lovely and we felt very spoiled and lucky. Neither of us have had the easiest time lately, so it was such a treat to relax in your beautiful pub and chat. My pre-dinner cocktail (negroni) was exceptional, the meal was totally delicious and our breakfast was absolutely amazing. We couldn’t have been made to feel more welcome too.

Jenny Pearson - Jan 2023

I recently stayed with you on the night of Wednesday 25th January, and I just wanted to say that I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The room was lovely, the food wonderful, and most of all the welcome and service was exceptional.

I need to come down south for business again in the near future, and will certainly choose you.

Thank you

Vanessa Shannon - Jan 2023

Thank you for a lovely relaxed overnight stay on Saturday. Staff were attentive and friendly. Having not stayed away or had dinner out on my own for many years it was wonderful to have a relaxed environment. The room was lovely and food delicious. Hoping to bring the other half and dogs with me next in the summer to enjoy your garden and stunning countryside. Thank you for a relaxed stay.