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The Jolly Sportsman

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The Jolly Sportsman

Nestled at the foot of the South Downs National Park, The Jolly Sportsman has been serving some of the best food and wine in Sussex for more than 20 years. Our cooking philosophy is one of classical techniques married with local, seasonal produce, creating a constantly evolving menu.

We have a daily delivery of fresh fish caught off the Sussex coast, and all our meat is sourced from local butchers and farms. We bake our own bread daily, and our pastry chef also makes some wonderfully comforting desserts. We have a stunning garden to dine in during the spring and summer, and cosy indoor dining with two fires for the colder months.

The Jolly Sportsman is located in some of the most beautiful countryside, and there are plenty of lovely walks in the area. The two walks below are probably more for the keenest of walkers, but if you just want to park up, take a brief stroll and work up an appetite just ask us and we can point you in the right direction.
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Facilities

Rooms Available
Rooms Available
Alfresco Dining
Alfresco Dining
Bar
Bar
Child Friendly
Child Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Onsite Parking
Onsite Parking
Parties Welcome
Parties Welcome
Baby Changing Facilities
Baby Changing Facilities
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Weddings
Weddings
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Private Dining
Private Dining
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Corporate Hire
Corporate Hire
Business Meetings
Business Meetings

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Visited for the first time on Saturday the 29th November met some friends there. Although quiet small the restaurant had a wonderful atmosphere. The food from starters through to main courses was absolutely wonderful. Will definitely be back with the same friends

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Thai Palace offers delicious food with pleasant dining space and good value lunch deal Would highly recommend

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Very nice restaurant good food lovely staff

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We had a beautiful meal on Saturday the service was outstanding and the food was amazing and we will be back to this wonderful restaurant

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The food was fab, service good and price very reasonable.


Address

Chapel Lane, East Chiltington, East Sussex BN73BA

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Phone

01273 890400

Hours

Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 12:00pm - 3.00pm & 6pm-
Saturday 12:00pm - 11:00pm
Sunday 12:00pm - 3:30pm

Cuisine

British


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