The Greenhouse
Guidebook
Shopping
Meander through a warren of individual shops to discover gift ideas, hand-made jewellery, fairtrade goods, specialist foods and quirky antiques. There's a cafe too.
https://needlemakers.co.uk/
17 locals recommend
The Needlemakers
Meander through a warren of individual shops to discover gift ideas, hand-made jewellery, fairtrade goods, specialist foods and quirky antiques. There's a cafe too.
https://needlemakers.co.uk/
Described as a mini department store, this place is full of beautiful finds.
https://wickle.co.uk/
9 locals recommend
Wickle
24 High StDescribed as a mini department store, this place is full of beautiful finds.
https://wickle.co.uk/
Amazing shop with a huge range of cheeses and bits to go on the side.
https://www.cheesepleaselewes.co.uk/
Cheese Please
46 High StAmazing shop with a huge range of cheeses and bits to go on the side.
https://www.cheesepleaselewes.co.uk/
The Riverside boasts two cafes, a butchers, a fishmonger and a chocolate shop among others.
https://www.riverside-lewes.co.uk/
The Riverside
Cliffe High StreetThe Riverside boasts two cafes, a butchers, a fishmonger and a chocolate shop among others.
https://www.riverside-lewes.co.uk/
Fantastic mini-market stocking all manner of organic fresh fruit and veg, great bread and health and beauty products.
https://seasonswholefoods.co.uk/
The Seasons Lewes
16-17 Cliffe High StreetFantastic mini-market stocking all manner of organic fresh fruit and veg, great bread and health and beauty products.
https://seasonswholefoods.co.uk/
Bread and pastries to die for. Great place for lunch inside and out.
https://flintowlbakery.com/pages/lewes
43 locals recommend
Flint Owl Bakery
209 High StBread and pastries to die for. Great place for lunch inside and out.
https://flintowlbakery.com/pages/lewes
Fantastic local farm shop - 10 min drive from the village. Local meat, dairy and eggs plus more.
Townings Farm & Shop
Plumpton RoadFantastic local farm shop - 10 min drive from the village. Local meat, dairy and eggs plus more.
Places to eat
Plumpton's 'local' pub...a hop, skip and a jump from The Greenhouse.
https://thefountaininnplumpton.com/
8 locals recommend
The Fountain Inn
30 High StPlumpton's 'local' pub...a hop, skip and a jump from The Greenhouse.
https://thefountaininnplumpton.com/
Fantastic pub located just outside the village. 5 min drive or 40 min walk across the fields (see maps inside the sideboard). Fantastic food. Cosy up by the fire in Winter or sit out on the deck during Summer. Also has a huge garden perfect for kids.
https://www.thehalfmoonplumpton.co.uk/
13 locals recommend
The Half Moon Inn
Haywards Heath RoadFantastic pub located just outside the village. 5 min drive or 40 min walk across the fields (see maps inside the sideboard). Fantastic food. Cosy up by the fire in Winter or sit out on the deck during Summer. Also has a huge garden perfect for kids.
https://www.thehalfmoonplumpton.co.uk/
Posh pub for VERY special occasions. Located in neighbouring East Chiltington. 5 min drive or 35 min walk along country lanes. (see maps in sideboard).
https://thejollysportsman.com/
25 locals recommend
The Jolly Sportsman
Chapel LanePosh pub for VERY special occasions. Located in neighbouring East Chiltington. 5 min drive or 35 min walk along country lanes. (see maps in sideboard).
https://thejollysportsman.com/
Outdoor pop up cafe is open at weekends, 10.00 – 16.00, for Swedish fika and lunches.
https://spithursthub.co.uk/the-hubbery-cafe/
Spithurst Hub
Spithurst RoadOutdoor pop up cafe is open at weekends, 10.00 – 16.00, for Swedish fika and lunches.
https://spithursthub.co.uk/the-hubbery-cafe/
Best fry up cafe in Lewes. Serves craft beer too.
https://www.thepatchbeercafe.com/
9 locals recommend
The Lamb
10 Fisher StBest fry up cafe in Lewes. Serves craft beer too.
https://www.thepatchbeercafe.com/
Places to visit/Things to do
Independent cinema with bar and cafe. A lovely spot for a glass of wine outdoors.
https://lewesdepot.org/
53 locals recommend
Depot
Pinwell RoadIndependent cinema with bar and cafe. A lovely spot for a glass of wine outdoors.
https://lewesdepot.org/
World famous opera house in the heart of the Sussex country-side. Hampers can be arranged for Festival goers. Please ask Clare or Andy.
https://www.glyndebourne.com/
126 locals recommend
Glyndebourne
New RoadWorld famous opera house in the heart of the Sussex country-side. Hampers can be arranged for Festival goers. Please ask Clare or Andy.
https://www.glyndebourne.com/
Lewes is home to Harvey's Brewery – the oldest independent brewery in Sussex. Tours available subject to COVID restrictions. Brewery shop open.
https://www.harveys.org.uk/
21 locals recommend
Harvey's Brewery
4 Cliffe High StLewes is home to Harvey's Brewery – the oldest independent brewery in Sussex. Tours available subject to COVID restrictions. Brewery shop open.
https://www.harveys.org.uk/
Stunning vineyard on the coast. Dine, shop, tour, taste.
https://rathfinnyestate.com/
24 locals recommend
The Flint Barns - Rathfinny Wine Estate
Stunning vineyard on the coast. Dine, shop, tour, taste.
https://rathfinnyestate.com/
The historic town of Lewes is 9 mins by train and 10-15 mins by car. Scores of independent shops and great places to eat. For more ideas check out: https://www.visitlewes.co.uk/
290 locals recommend
Lewes
The historic town of Lewes is 9 mins by train and 10-15 mins by car. Scores of independent shops and great places to eat. For more ideas check out: https://www.visitlewes.co.uk/
https://sussexpast.co.uk/properties-to-discover/lewes-castle
115 locals recommend
Lewes Castle & Museum
169 High Sthttps://sussexpast.co.uk/properties-to-discover/lewes-castle
Anne of Cleves House
52 Southover High StBluebell Vineyard Estates Ltd
Slider's LaneTours, tasting and vineyard trails.
National Trust estate. Think champion trees and lakes. Glorious Autumn colour.
74 locals recommend
Sheffield Park
Sheffield ParkNational Trust estate. Think champion trees and lakes. Glorious Autumn colour.
Lewes Cycleshack
53 Cliffe High StBike hire in the heart of Lewes town
What can we say about Brighton? The place for decadence and fun since Regency times. https://www.visitbrighton.com/
27 locals recommend
Brighton and Hove
What can we say about Brighton? The place for decadence and fun since Regency times. https://www.visitbrighton.com/
Ridgeview Wine Estate
Vineyard vistas and tastings
https://sussexpast.co.uk/properties-to-discover/anne-of-cleves-house
45 locals recommend
Anne of Cleves House
52 Southover High Sthttps://sussexpast.co.uk/properties-to-discover/anne-of-cleves-house
The oldest outdoor freshwater public pool in the country is in Lewes.
https://www.pellspool.org.uk/
28 locals recommend
Pells Pool - Seasonal Outdoor Swimming Pool
Brook StreetThe oldest outdoor freshwater public pool in the country is in Lewes.
https://www.pellspool.org.uk/
Beautiful woodland and coastal walks.
https://www.sevensisters.org.uk/
134 locals recommend
Seven Sisters Country Park
East Dean RoadBeautiful woodland and coastal walks.
https://www.sevensisters.org.uk/
240 stunning acres of trees , shrubs, lakes and deer park. Spring and autumn colours are mind blowing. Not exactly local but featured here because Andy is the Assistant Head Gardener!
https://www.leonardsleegardens.co.uk/
37 locals recommend
Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
Brighton Road240 stunning acres of trees , shrubs, lakes and deer park. Spring and autumn colours are mind blowing. Not exactly local but featured here because Andy is the Assistant Head Gardener!
https://www.leonardsleegardens.co.uk/
Rowing boat hire for a tranquil trip down the Ouse. Quench your thirst at The Anchor.
www.anchorinnand boating.co.uk
7 locals recommend
Barcombe Mills
Barcombe Mills RoadRowing boat hire for a tranquil trip down the Ouse. Quench your thirst at The Anchor.
www.anchorinnand boating.co.uk