We stopped in for a family dinner this evening. The menu had lots of options and were…read moreaccommodating for food allergies. I had the chicken with thyme with butternut squash and carmelized onions. The chicken (leg) was perfectly seasoned with lovely roasted butternut squash and carmelized onions. Everyone in my party enjoyed their meal, and the size of the portion of fish with the fish and chips was massive. Great service and ambience. Highly recommend!

Stayed here with my girlfriend for a weekend away to celebrate my birthday! The pub was really warm…read moreand welcoming. It's dog friendly which is always a plus for me because I love doggies. We stayed in the Wey room (room #1) which was small, but very lovely. The bed was super comfortable and covered in loads of pillows. We were provided with plenty of towels, a bathrobe and slippers. The hot drink selection was great with a variety of teas and some instant hot chocolate that was actually really nice! Free Wifi was available which is always a plus. The bathroom is pretty tiny, but nothing too unmanageable. Everything was new, clean and modern. Our hairdryer only worked for 1 minute bursts and then seemed to overheat. My partner said she could hear a bit of music from the pub below, but I couldn't hear it at all. In any case, they closed by midnight on a Saturday night which isn't at all unreasonable. We tried two cocktails. The bartender lady made one that was completely different than what we asked for, but was still quite nice. We both loved a passionfruit cocktail! The next morning we went downstairs for breakfast. There was a small amount of cold cereal and fruit on a spread, and a full and varied menu for hot food. I have celiac disease and had enquired about the dinner at the Swan before I knew that my girlfriend had booked it as our accommodation, and they were one of the only restaurants of the 10 I emailed in Arundel who responded to my request for gluten free menu items. While we did not end up having dinner here, the helpfulness continued into breakfast. Our server was very lovely and communicated with the kitchen to provide me with a gluten free fry up. They substituted sausage for more bacon, which is always appreciated! And they even had gluten free toast. I had a lovely meal! Overall, I loved the Swan Hotel. It's perhaps a bit pricey considering how small our room was, but I also understand that for a nice, boutique hotel in the middle of a touristy town, that it was probably market value. I would definitely return and recommend it to friends!

The Old Railway Station is a bed and breakfast hotel that also does afternoon teas…read more The railway line at Petworth closed in the 1960s, and the building quickly became derelict. It was fully restored at the end of the 20th century, and is listed as an historical building of interest, as an unusual example of a classic station design executed entirely in wood. Two of the bedrooms are located within the main building, and are more spacious. However, most people opt to stay in one of the old Pullman carriages, which are parked alongside the old platforms. These provide a unique accommodation experience. We stayed in the upper station room, accessed by a spiral staircase, which was both very spacious and very well appointed. The en-suite bathroom has a large walk-in shower, and plenty of space to put wash bags etc (joy). The bed can be configured as two single beds or a very large double, and was very comfortable. The bedlinen was also very good quality (great pillows). The room was spotlessly clean. Light sleepers might find the noise from the adjacent road a little irritating first thing in the morning, but it did not bother us. We paid £150 per night B&B for two. Check in (in the old ticket office) is limited normally to the mid afternoon/early evening, but there is a caretaker member of staff on site during through the night. Check-out is by 11am on the day of departure. It can be a little tricky to find, particularly if it is dark: the access road runs from the end of the adjacent Badgers pub, on the A285 two miles south of Petworth, but there are no street lamps. There is parking on gravel in front of the hotel. A nice touch was the key-ring with a powerful torch on it, which made walking to the adjacent pub for an evening meal straightforward. Breakfast (and afternoon tea) is served in the former waiting room, which has been lovingly restored and is very impressive. It is decorated with prints of trains and the station in earlier times, as well as items of railway memorabilia. We chose the full English breakfast (one vegetarian, one standard) which was excellent. You are asked to provide your choice is the day before, and your choice of breakfast slot: everything is then prepared freshly to order. This included cereals, fruit, fresh orange juice, toast, croissant and preserves, and the cooked breakfasts itself. In the summer, you can enjoy tea on the platform. This area of the former trackbed has been turned into a lush garden. At night, the absence of artificial light means that, if you get clear skies, you get an excellent view of the night sky - great for stargazing. Staff were extremely welcoming and friendly throughout. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble. We would happily recommend it.

I cannot praise this Restaurant enough, they have some B&B rooms above that are very nice. The menu…read morechanges to be seasonal, I have had Lobster / Beef / Pork / Chicken / Prawns all prepaired with seasonal veg and in fantastic sauce. Lee, the owner & head chef, together with front of house make an excellent evening, its casual going on formal, its excellent value. If this was in London he would make a fortune. A Good friend introduced us to this top top venue...thanks Pete. Many a good meal, special celebration or just trying out the new menu as its launched

Cannot agree with Jaws71 review as we have always had the best of service here. We have used this…read moreplace for approx 20yrs, (probably more), on and off. We have had family/fun/funeral parties here with excellent service. They could be seen as a bit pricey.but you get what you pay for. Food is very good and parking is easy.

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I am a great ambassador for Premier Inns as we stay in many travelling round the UK during our…read moreretirement adventure. Arriving was a disappointment as the car park is totally disgusting. Full of rubbish and dog ends, needing a good sweep and a good gardener to make something of the nice grounds around. Not the one of the usual Inns that we love. We decided to still give it a try. Glad we did. As soon as we walked into the building it became the Premier Inns that we enjoy. Reception was by a lovely lady who went through the formalities quickly. Even offered help, if we needed it, for the cases as the room was upstairs in the quiet area. Nice thought for us oldies. Lovely room but that was expected, Comfy bed with extra pillows, which we need. TV, which we never watch. Tea/Coffee making facility with extra bags etc in reception. Perfect in all ways for our two night stay. Didn't need a clean etc for that stay and the room was so clean when we arrived. Only disappointment was the Meal Deal but that is more a Beefeater problem. Although as both are Whitbead I am annoyed in that I still await a refund on the Two breakfast meal deals that I cancelled due to a cold breakfast on the first morning.

It'd been a long day in the rolling West Sussex countryside. Finding the lodge of the traveller, I…read moredrove up and past an unwelcoming very shut US style diner at 7pm. Good job I'm just too darn dog tired to eat anyway. It looks a bit too Banjos and no teeth to me from it's closed exterior. My room is clean and as I throw open the curtains of my stuffy, not recently occupied dwellings, there are bunny rabbits hopping about outside my window. What a nice touch! Really, just some conditioner and some extra towels would have been fine. There is an evensong cacophony of birds and beastly motorcars haring down the road nearby, so for a restful nights sleep I think I'll just close the windows. Overall it seems there's nothing Norman Batesy about this place at all. I'll probably sleep well. Perhaps I'll review the vending machine breakfast in the morning.

One review? Ha! Well here is two. I get why there is only one. This is a hidden gem. You have to be…read morewith locals to find it. But, if you are lucky enough to find this charming country pub, you are in store for the perfect English pub experience. This centuries old homestead still oozes that ancient feel. The dishes are not only classic English but also have exciting takes on Korean and Indian fare. I say stick with the local drafts on tap and the classic English dishes. My favorites were the pea and ham soup (If you add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to put it over the top) and the local sausage and mash is on another level. The gravy is to die for!

Set in a beautiful village, this lovely old 16th Century pub has quite a substantial following and…read morewas Lord Oliviers' sort of local. As an Art club, we used it when out painting in the area. With friends and family, it offers the that lovely warm, cosy feeling on Winter days/nights. The Christmas Day menu/price works out at £60.00, could be seen as pricey but I've seen some at £85.00. Lunch and Dinner prices are around £11 £16 for Mains. Plenty of parking. If you coming from the West via A24, there is a lovely drive from The Old Barn nursery which brings you out nearly opposite The Fountain. Bit of winding lane though, so Vorsicht!!