Oast House Guidebook
Food scene
Pilio
Station ApproachCurrently a takeaway service- but completely worth it!
The food here is absolutely delicious and well worth the visit. Sunday roasts are also fabulous, and they do a carvery on a Monday.
34 locals recommend
The Middle House
High StreetThe food here is absolutely delicious and well worth the visit. Sunday roasts are also fabulous, and they do a carvery on a Monday.
Fantastic cafe and weekly Friday takeaway. Perfect for a well earnt treat at the end of a busy week!
6 locals recommend
The Pink Cabbage Produce Company
High StreetFantastic cafe and weekly Friday takeaway. Perfect for a well earnt treat at the end of a busy week!
Lovely deli in the heart of Mayfield. Pick up some lunch or snacks from their huge selection. They also do frozen meals from the Menu of the Middle House Pub- which are delicious!
Middle House Kitchen and Deli
High StreetLovely deli in the heart of Mayfield. Pick up some lunch or snacks from their huge selection. They also do frozen meals from the Menu of the Middle House Pub- which are delicious!
Truffles Bakery Cafe
High StreetWonderful selection of treats and snacks! No more needs to be said.
City/town information
A town with a high street full of various food shops, cafe's, bakeries, and pubs! You can access this town by foot, from the footpath connecting the Oast, and can be there within 45 minutes. The walk is beautiful and there is much to see on the way!
9 locals recommend
Mayfield
A town with a high street full of various food shops, cafe's, bakeries, and pubs! You can access this town by foot, from the footpath connecting the Oast, and can be there within 45 minutes. The walk is beautiful and there is much to see on the way!
Tunbridge Wells can be accessed by car within 30 minutes of the Oast. Here you will find a perfect spot for shopping, eating, or just simply exploring. It is a major train line and you can reach London within the hour.
150 locals recommend
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells can be accessed by car within 30 minutes of the Oast. Here you will find a perfect spot for shopping, eating, or just simply exploring. It is a major train line and you can reach London within the hour.
A lively seaside town with plenty going on. Enjoy; tea on the pier, a trip to the theatre; visit an exhibition or the Ravilious Library (Sussex Landscape artist) at the Towner Art Gallery. On the way home (if possible time it for sun set) drive along the coast to Beachy Head and Birling Gap for a view of our stunning coastline.
118 locals recommend
Eastbourne
A lively seaside town with plenty going on. Enjoy; tea on the pier, a trip to the theatre; visit an exhibition or the Ravilious Library (Sussex Landscape artist) at the Towner Art Gallery. On the way home (if possible time it for sun set) drive along the coast to Beachy Head and Birling Gap for a view of our stunning coastline.
Sightseeing
The home of Rudyard Kipling in Burwash. During the school holidays they often have special events and re-enactments.
100 locals recommend
Bateman's
Bateman's LaneThe home of Rudyard Kipling in Burwash. During the school holidays they often have special events and re-enactments.
An informative but fun hands on experience for children, part of the Greenwich Observatory. Worth checking if your visit coincides with an open evening of star watching.
41 locals recommend
The Observatory Science Centre
An informative but fun hands on experience for children, part of the Greenwich Observatory. Worth checking if your visit coincides with an open evening of star watching.
Charleston House
Home of Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant, part of the Bloomsbury set.
Includes Hello Kitty and Thomas the Tank engine. Can be quite pricey but go online for special offers. Leave time to visit Alfriston with its lovely tea houses, art galleries and the best book shop.
154 locals recommend
Drusillas Park
Alfriston RoadIncludes Hello Kitty and Thomas the Tank engine. Can be quite pricey but go online for special offers. Leave time to visit Alfriston with its lovely tea houses, art galleries and the best book shop.
Visit in May to enjoy their beautiful tulip display, roses in Summer and Dahlias in Autumn.
47 locals recommend
Pashley Manor Gardens
Pashley RoadVisit in May to enjoy their beautiful tulip display, roses in Summer and Dahlias in Autumn.
They often have special events and re-enactments during school holidays.
153 locals recommend
Battle Abbey
High StreetThey often have special events and re-enactments during school holidays.
A quirky county town bulging with antique shops. A day will easily disappear visiting Lewes Castle, Anne of Cleves House Museum and Harveys, East Sussex local brewery. If you are visiting on November 5th Lewes is notorious for its bonfire night and is the Bonfire capital of the world!
290 locals recommend
Lewes
A quirky county town bulging with antique shops. A day will easily disappear visiting Lewes Castle, Anne of Cleves House Museum and Harveys, East Sussex local brewery. If you are visiting on November 5th Lewes is notorious for its bonfire night and is the Bonfire capital of the world!