Things To Do When Staying at Starnash
There’s so much to do in and around Sussex; here are a few of our favourites.
Upper Dicker
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The Village Shop
UPPER DICKER
The Village Shop is well known for its great breakfasts and lunches, brilliant atmosphere, and cosy interior. A trip to the Village Shop never fails to put a smile on one’s face. At a mere 10 minute walk from Starnash, the Village Shop is not one to miss.
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The Plough Inn
UPPER DICKER
The Plough Inn is our local pub. With tasty food, friendly staff and a large sunny garden, the Plough is a great option just 15 minutes walk from the farmhouse.
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Walks
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There are nice walks and public footpaths easily accessible from the farmhouse. Within 10 minutes walk you can be on the Wealdway or the Vanguard Way with views of the beautiful South Downs National Park.
Pubs and Villages
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The Gunn Brewery
CHIDDINGLY
The Gunn Brewery is a trendy destination. Each week a different food van parks up outside the taproom and serves unusual yet delicious dishes. The Gunn Taproom is a fantastic place to watch the sunset and is a 6 minute drive from Starnash.
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The Berwick Inn
BERWICK
The Berwick Inn is a friendly pub, with fantastic food and drink - we love it there. It's situated near some great walks and conveniently located right next to the station. The Berwick inn is a 6-minute drive from the farmhouse.
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The Ram Inn
FIRLE
The Ram Inn is a great destination in the picturesque village of Firle, ideal when visiting Charleston Farmhouse, Lewes or Glyndebourne. The pub is charming throughout the year, with a sunny garden, a cosy interior and crackling open fires. The Ram Inn is a 15 minute drive from Starnash.
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The Sussex Ox
MILTON STREET
The Sussex Ox is nestled in the countryside close to the village of Alfriston. Its lovely garden is the perfect place to watch the sunset. Serving high quality meat and veg straight from the owners’ local farm, you can be sure to experience high quality, sustainable dishes. The Sussex Ox is 12 minutes drive from Starnash.
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The Six Bells
CHIDDINGLY
The Six Bells is a traditional yet quirky pub, popular with local people. It has a large, sunny patio and live music at the weekends, giving the pub a great atmosphere. The food is reasonably priced with generous portions and the interior, with its local memorabilia telling of times gone by, is a feast for the eyes.
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The George Inn
ALFRISTON
The George Inn is an historic pub that dates back to the 14th century, located in the charming village of Alfriston. The George is a cosy pub with excellent food and a nice enclosed garden. It is a perfect destination after a day spent on the Downs or pottering around Alfriston.
Events and Places of Interest
We're ideally located for some of the UK's best festivals and events. To name but a few:
Glynde: Glyndebourne Opera Festival, Love Supreme Jazz Festival and paragliding (20 minutes by car)
Firle: Charleston Farmhouse and Literary Festival (15 minutes by car)
Chiddingly: Farley Farmhouse (10 minutes by car)
Alfriston: Drusillas Zoo, Much Ado Books and Badgers Tea Rooms (15 minutes by car)
Uckfield: The Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park (35 minutes by car)
Brighton: The Brighton May Festival (35 minutes by car, 20 minutes by train.
Lewes: Lewes Bonfire Celebrations (20 minutes by car, see parking restrictions for events.
Bexhill: De La Warr Pavilion (30 mins by car)
Hastings: Hastings Pier, Hastings Old Town and the Jerwood Gallery (45 minutes by car)
Eastbourne: Eastbourne Airborne, Eastbourne Pier and the Towner Art Gallery (20 minutes by car)
Hellingly: Festival of Transport (10 minutes by car)
Upper Dicker: Village Shop and Michelham Priory , Bedes Senior School (5 minutes by car and walking distance)
What Else?
If you're not finishing your day at a local pub or visiting one of the many attractions in the area, here are a few other ways you could spend your time here at Starnash. Why not try your hand at paragliding? Or embark on a refreshing walk or scenic cycling adventure, immersing yourself in the iconic landscapes of the South Downs National Park. You can experience the beauty of Birling Gap, the Seven Sisters, and Beachy Head, or spend your time walking the Vanguard Way, the Cuckoo Trail, or the South Downs Way. These trails encompass picturesque fields, charming villages, and the glistening waters of the Channel below.