Refreshments in Lewes

“I’ve been going to Aaron for a number of years now and he is by far the best barber I’ve ever had. He is professional and always provides a top class service with incredible attention to detail. He’s a top class bloke and an excellent barber. By far the best barber in Lewes!!”

“One of the reasons that I love Lewes is this pub. A hidden gem. A CAMRA Good Beer Guide regular and Cask Marque pub. A few years ago we hiked over fron Eastbourne and my sore feet were soothed by a few pints here. ( oddly, there was a Morris Dancer festival going on, hard on feet and hard on ears!) Casta and Madge were enticed by the pizza menu (10£ - 15£). I however had a Gales brewery ( Fullers) 3.6% Seafarer. A super locals pub. No TV's.”

“I've just moved into the area and this is my local pub. Lots going on, clean and tidy. It's clear the owners/management are working really hard to maintain a proper community pub and it would be great to see it busier.”

“Really well ran pub , very patient landlady, told at least 1 person every five minutes you can't take your glasses out the front and didn't murder any of them”

Located on Railway Lane in Lewes, this salon offers a serene environment for a wide array of professional beauty and wellness treatments. The studio is designed to be a place of retreat where every appointment feels like a special treat rather than a chore. Key services include the popular hot lava shell massage, which provides deep relaxation and tension relief. The team also specializes in expert waxing, including intimate treatments performed with the utmost care and professionalism.

“I’ve been going to this coffee shop for a while now. Their food is amazing, the ambience is inviting and their coffee is… what can I say, you gotta try it. But the star of the show are these Tiramisu cakes (or bites as I would like to call them). Right amount of sweetness & richness, basically perfect. YOU GOTTA TRY EM. ASAP”

Nestled in the historic town of Lewes, this boutique salon provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The treatment space is designed to be an oasis of calm, featuring a soothing atmosphere that promotes deep relaxation. Core offerings include bespoke facials and therapeutic massages that utilize high-quality organic products. Guests can also enjoy pampering hand treatments and wellness therapies tailored to their specific health and beauty goals.

“Found this gem of a coffee shop!! Definitely a much needed and nice addition to Lewes. Too many high branded coffee shops take over towns but this one was perfect. Nice drinks and cakes. Will become a regular when we visit Lewes for sure”

“We walked into the Riverside, a place with lots of shops and eating places init and we chanced upon Bubble and Bao. We went for the pork buns, chicken tonkatsu, chicken teriyaki Bao bun and what looked like Salmon sushi roll. Oooommmmgggg. So good, pork broth was tasty but could have done with a bit more depth but after seasoning up with some chilli crunch and Soy sauce and ginger it was delicious and with the kombu it was really an interesting flavour. The rest was just amazing. Sushi is prepared after you order it and I'm pretty sure the pork buns were made out of delicious Clouds. I'm so going to try and get back there for the grilled Eel and anything else I can next week.”

“This is a great place to bring the kids for lunch. They have delicious ice creams. Also the portions are good sized. It’s not expensive at all and it’s quite tasty. The people are quite nice, accommodating and really friendly. It’s right in the park and next to the paddling pool so the kids can have loads of fun here, you can really spend the day, and have loads of fun recommended.”

“Have passed by here for years and not found time to stop. Made time today and had an amazing birthday meal. Curry goat was amazing, my wife's pork chop was enormous, tender and beautifully cooked. My son's steak gorgeous and apparently the cheeseburger was the best my daughter has ever had. Fantastic staff too, so friendly and happy to answer any queries. Great local beers too. Great to see a small local place so busy”

“I often plan to stop here as the staff are always great and the food is amazing. I have a Cumberland sausage with onion and mushroom in a soft bap. I'm going to ride for over an hour now and go there just for that! You won't be disappointed - its an easy recommendation Only negative is I prefer HP sauce to Daddies! Still won't stop me going there though”

“Excellent food, drinks and service. Really nice ambience. Highly recommended.”

“This is by far the best and most authentic Thai food I have experienced in the UK! My wife is half Thai and has lived there and even she was amazed at some of the dishes available here that we haven't found anywhere else except Thailand itself. Its a BYOB, which we didn't mind at all. There is a corkage fee but it wasn't over the top by any means. The staff were lovely and were very quick to accommodate anything we asked for, including things like providing small bowls so we could share a larger soup like a starter and other random requests. If you are a fan of Asian food or especially Thai food and can get over to this restaurant I cannot recommend it enough! The venue is small, however, so it's best to book in advance as there's no guarantee you could get a table otherwise.”

“Since my first review 2 years ago. I'm really pleased to see how this place has developed. The meals aren't huge, but just right for lunch. The homemade burgers are seasonal flavours. Their Christmas nut burger was a delightful mix of flavours and textures. The loaded fries with vegan cheese and red onion chutney was delicious.”

“Highly recommend! Super nice people who deliver beautiful results and have been patient with me as someone not used to getting my nails done. They give great advice, meticulous attention to detail and just look after me every time I go in. Even mended a nail I'd torn at home and did the most incredible repair job free of charge. I wouldn't go anywhere else now.”

“Such a lovely salon, greeted with a warm welcome which made me feel so relaxed. Jo listened to what I wanted and gave me the best cut, I absolutely love it! Will definitely be returning!”

“We went to the green man in Ringmer on Friday night. It was busy as usual but we managed to book a table for the 8 of us. As per usual the service and food was amazing. You get decent size portions for a very reasonable price. It’s one of our go to restaurants. Can never fault the place, always great food and service.”

“Can’t thank the team enough for making our wedding day so special, you went above and beyond. Fabulous food, we had meze platters which were the perfect snack. The gardens are beautiful and thank you for letting us have a few photos there! The Swans x”

“A big well situated pool. A nice grassy area to sit in. Not too busy. Floats available. Nice staff. A toddler pool. Everything you need, including hot drinks available to warm you up.”

“The team at Busy Bee provided outstanding service today by addressing my Mot failure from another MOT testing station that could not complete the repairs. They scheduled me in promptly and completed the necessary repairs efficiently in time for the re-test. I'm extremely satisfied with the work they did and will use your services in the future for any other work that may need doing on my vehicles. Thank you, everyone!”

“Can’t speak for the rooms as didn’t see them but based on all else am giving a 5 as not sure what happens if skip stars for the rooms .. but the service is phenomenal. Fascinated to watch the efficiency and attention the staff give to their jobs. They dont skip a beat! As for the ambience and just total loveliness of the building and its setting. Gorgeous. I’m trying to think of reasons to come back to this area. Loved it. My veggie tagine was pretty good too. Chips - French fries - as good as they get. No stragglers at the bottom you can’t eat. Yummy til the last bite.”

“Excellent pub, great British food done well. Great pint of Harvey’s and wonderful atmosphere. Exactly what was needed after a day walking in the South Downs. Was only in the area for a couple days but would make effort to revisit in the future.”

“A lovely pub with a great garden and friendly service. Local beers including Long Man and Harvey's on tap. I believe they also had Ascension Cider which is a must try.”

“I visited the Pelham arms as part of a large group for a Sunday Roast. The service and food were excellent. There was a choice of four meats and two vegetarian options. They were serving a lunch menu, too. The gluten free roast was exceptional. The staff are always really helpful. Can’t rate this place enough. Thank you, Pelham Arms.”

Nestled at The Old Dairy in Glynde near Lewes, Old Tree Brewery operates as an innovative microbrewery dedicated to sustainable fermented beverages. Operating as a community interest company, the brewery creates unique drinks that connect consumers with nature. The brewery specializes in hand-crafted kombucha brewed with botanical ingredients such as hop flowers, hemp, lemon balm, and lavender. In addition to kombucha, the producers craft specialty fermented drinks including elderflower wine and seasonal herbal elixirs.

“Legendary Lewes babers shop, first class hair cuts by trained barbers with serious scissor skills. Top tip, book an appointment, these guys are popular.”

“Favourite place for coffee. Love the baked goods too. Best cookies ever”

“I look forward to every appointment at Esthetic. The whole team are always so welcoming and I always leave happy. Charlotte and Chaland have created a really special place that Lewes is so lucky to have.”