The Ardingly Inn

Room was spacious and well decorated, included a long mirror which can so often not be included. Bed was super comfortable and it was a great location to the venues we were attending locally. Lovely greeting on arrival and tasty well cooked breakfast in the morning. Not so great was the lack of any USB points and water in the room, but was provided the water on request and graciously our greeter let us borrow their own charger for a few hours. ♥ The shower hot and cold water was wrongly plumbed in so they were reversed to what's shown on the tap - a relief when realised this and could finally shower :) Not sure that this is bad, but there doesn't seem to be any staff available on site overnight, and only the chef there in the morning for breakfast. Whilst the room met our expectations there can be some simple easy improvements made, like some hooks behind the bathroom to hang towels when showering or by the sink. Or more significant changes like widen the shower cubicle (which is tight fit) by extending it towards the unused gap by the toilet. I understand its under new management so it'd be good to see some improvements made to a venue with such a lot of promise.

We booked in for a 2 night bed and breakfast stay to coincide with The Ardingly Antique fair. On arrival we were impressed and had a good lunch. We got up the following morning and went to breakfast. Unfortunately all the doors were locked so no breakfast nobody around. We picked up a bacon sandwich from the bakery next door. Just unbelievable. We were told various blame stories from the chef and the bar staff. We were offered a complimentary dinner. Overnight and on the morning not one person was at the Inn. Everything was locked except the front door so good job there wasn't a fire. Breakfast the following day was a help yourself buffet with no tea/ coffee and once again no one around. This place should not provide bed and breakfast if this is what they offer. Also I would suggest you avoid the small bottle of Prosecco at £10 a time. I am being fairly kind with this review.

Had a lovely meal here after visiting Wakehurst. They were able to provide us with a table despite not having a reservation. The Bar and Restaurant were very cosy and the menu and drinks on offer were great. Food was very tasty with a decent sized portion. Would visit here again if in the area.