Jolly Sportsman

Civilised place with impressive modern cooking from French chef including barbecues and crab and lobster specials in summer; small character log-fire bar for drinkers, local ales such as Harveys, excellent range of malt whiskies, cognacs and armagnacs and very good wine list, smart but cosy restaurant with contemporary light wood furniture and modern landscapes, garden room; children and dogs (in bar) welcome, rustic tables under trees in front garden, more seats on big back lawn with views towards the South Downs, closed Sun evening, Mon.